Kapteyn Counselling

Kapteyn Counselling Individual Psychotherapy | Infertility Counselling | Perinatal Mental Health

3 Journal Prompts for Trauma Healing• Start with the Feelings Wheel — When you’re not sure what to write, scan the feeli...
11/19/2025

3 Journal Prompts for Trauma Healing
• Start with the Feelings Wheel — When you’re not sure what to write, scan the feelings wheel and choose any emotion that stands out. Let that be your starting point.
• Name Your Themes — If certain areas of life feel heavy (work, relationships, finances, etc.), write them as column headers and explore what’s coming up under each one.
• Let It Be a Data Dump — There’s no “right” way to begin. Free-write your thoughts, reactions, or sensations and let the entry unfold naturally.

11/17/2025

Sharing some raw thoughts today on my own personal experience this past weekend. Taking the time to relax for yourself and your mental health, especially after a period of strain or stress can be so so hard!

🐾 A Gentle Goodbye 🐾 Some of you had the joy of meeting my beloved dog, Miley, whether she greeted you in person or mad...
11/16/2025

🐾 A Gentle Goodbye 🐾

Some of you had the joy of meeting my beloved dog, Miley, whether she greeted you in person or made a surprise appearance on virtual calls. After 17 beautiful years, she has peacefully passed on.

She was more than a companion—she was a quiet presence of comfort, grounding, and unconditional love. I know her gentle spirit touched many of you, just as she touched me.

Grief reminds us of the depth of our connections. It is the price we pay for love, and though it hurts, it also speaks to the richness of the bond we shared.

Thank you for holding space with me in honoring her memory. 💜

In mental health, trauma refers to the emotional and psychological response to deeply distressing or disturbing experien...
11/11/2025

In mental health, trauma refers to the emotional and psychological response to deeply distressing or disturbing experiences that overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope. These experiences can range from acute events, like accidents or assaults, to chronic situations such as abuse, neglect, or ongoing stress. Trauma can impact how people think, feel, and relate to themselves and others, often leading to symptoms like anxiety, depression, or emotional numbness. Healing from trauma involves creating safety, understanding its effects, and fostering connection and resilience.

Not me first, but me too.Today add yourself to the list of things to cherish.
11/11/2025

Not me first, but me too.

Today add yourself to the list of things to cherish.

11/06/2025

Wondering how trauma can show up day to day? Here are some trauma responses that you may not even be noticing in your life.

It’s a new month, and we are shifting closer to the colder months, shorter days and longer nights. Change in seasons can...
11/06/2025

It’s a new month, and we are shifting closer to the colder months, shorter days and longer nights. Change in seasons can be like all change in life, sometimes welcome and appreciated, and sometimes hard to balance.

If this seasonal shift feels harder than others know you are not alone in that. Take a deep breathe, and remember change comes and goes, and for better or worse everything is a phase - one that you can move through in strength.

Some exciting news for current and new clients!!! I will soon be offering direct billing. Stay tuned for more details or...
11/03/2025

Some exciting news for current and new clients!!! I will soon be offering direct billing. Stay tuned for more details or send me a message for more information.

10/30/2025

If you have been through your own fertility journey - what are some of the things you wished you’d known?

All questions about mental health throughout your reproductive journey, during your pregnancy, and after the birth, are ...
10/28/2025

All questions about mental health throughout your reproductive journey, during your pregnancy, and after the birth, are valid and important. So ask the questions and take that next step to understanding how important your perinatal mental health is.

I have had a passion for helping people from a young age. My grade eight teacher was the one who suggested a counselling...
10/27/2025

I have had a passion for helping people from a young age. My grade eight teacher was the one who suggested a counselling type profession was likely in my future. Once in post-secondary I knew I found my calling, Social Work. I am a Registered Social Worker who has worked in a variety of settings and a varying population. Including community and hospital settings. A large portion of my career has been working in a hospital supporting adults living with mental health struggles.

After personally having a fertility journey and seeking out individual therapy during this challenging time, I can relate to the all-consuming aspects of fertility. It can be draining-emotionally, mentally, physically, financially, and relationally. You do not need to navigate this difficult time in your life alone. I approach each client with the goal to help them discover their inner strength and resilience to work through life’s challenges.

I use a variety of therapeutic approaches. My first task with clients is to identify what areas they are struggling with and I then determine which modality/approach could best suit them. Some approaches I draw on are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectial Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Theory, and Mindfulness. I take a trauma informed and strengths-based approach to each client. Specifically, in regards to infertility a great deal of work within sessions will be focused on psychoeducation.

Fertilty Matters 6km! Today was our rain date from last weekend's planned event. The weather cooperated for us today and...
10/25/2025

Fertilty Matters 6km! Today was our rain date from last weekend's planned event. The weather cooperated for us today and it was an amazing day with an incredible group of people supporting a very special cause. Thank you to my running family for showing up and supporting today. ❤️

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