Kathryn de Bruin Family Therapy and Training

03/02/2026

I’m really looking forward to speaking at the EFT Triage Conference in Las Vegas this summer — it’s going to be an incredible gathering of clinicians doing meaningful work.

I’d love to see you there.

If you register now, you can take advantage of the Early Bird rate and use my code DeBruinEFTTriage for an additional discount. You can register here: https://efttriage.com/

Hope to connect in Vegas.

The EFT Triage Conference is a premier professional training and support event designed specifically for therapists who want to deepen their skills, restore client relationships, and create measurable, lasting healing. Our conference brings together leading clinical experts—renowned speakers with decades of experience—offering workshops and sessions that provide life-changing insights and elevate clinical practice. Our mission is to equip clinicians with practical tools, evidence-based techniques, and ongoing guidance in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) so they can confidently navigate complex attachment issues and relational challenges. At Triage, therapists learn to move beyond quick fixes and superficial solutions, diving deep into the heart of relational wounds to foster genuine, lasting healing. We are dedicated to providing training that leaves counselors feeling empowered, excited for difficult sessions, and ready to address deep relational ruptures head-on. Attendees also benefit from a vibrant community of like-minded clinicians, gaining connections and support that extend beyond the conference floor.

02/26/2026

Lately, I’ve been feeling deeply grateful for the work I get to do.

It’s been three months since The Big Scary Moment entered the world, and I still feel a little awe every time I think about it finding its way into homes, therapy rooms, and bedtime routines.

This job — writing, listening, sitting with big feelings, and helping families navigate them — is such a privilege. I never take for granted that I get to do work that feels meaningful, human, and deeply connected.

Three months in, and I’m just so thankful. For partners like Ronda. For the work. For the trust. And for the reminder that small stories can hold big hearts.

02/23/2026

Often, the scariest moment isn’t what’s happening now — it’s the fear that something bad might happen.

Anxiety pulls us into the future, filling our minds with what-ifs until the fear feels bigger than the moment we’re in. That’s the heart of The Big Scary Moment — helping children (and their parents) name that feeling before it takes over.

Sometimes, noticing the fear together is enough to stop it from consuming us.

02/17/2026

In my family, we have a saying: no one feels sad on their own.

I’ve never been okay with seeing people carry sadness by themselves — it feels like too much for one heart, and honestly… far too sad.

That belief sits at the very heart of The Big Scary Moment.
It’s a reminder to children (and to us as parents) that big feelings are meant to be shared, held, and walked through together.

No one — especially a little one — should feel alone in their big, scary moments.

02/14/2026

Angela Brook Imhoff I’m thrilled you were able to read The Big Scary Moment with your daughter and that it helped her work through some scary moments of her own. Thank you for the video, Ronda and I appreciate knowing that this story is helpful to parents and their little ones.

02/09/2026

It still feels a little surreal to say this out loud… I’m now a second-time published children’s author.

But what makes this work truly rewarding isn’t the publishing part — it’s knowing that The Big Scary Moment is helping little humans (and their parents) navigate big feelings together.

Let’s be honest: as parents, it’s not always easy to know what to say or do when our children feel overwhelmed, anxious, or scared. Big emotions can leave all of us feeling unsure.

This book is here to walk alongside you and your kiddie — to open conversations, name feelings, and remind children that they’re not alone in their big moments.

And that? That makes every bit of the journey worth it.

You can get your copy on Amazon, today!

02/05/2026

I wrote The Big Scary Moment together with Ronda Evans for children (and parents) navigating those moments that feel overwhelming, uncertain, or just plain scary.

It’s a story about naming big feelings, slowing down, and discovering that even the scariest moments can be met with courage, connection, and care. The book is often used as a starting point for conversations about anxiety, emotional regulation, and resilience — at home, in classrooms, and in therapy spaces.

If you’re looking for a thoughtful, reassuring book to support a child through big emotions, The Big Scary Moment is available on Amazon.

Thank you for supporting this work — and for helping children feel a little less alone in their big moments.

02/04/2026

I’m really excited to be presenting Core Skills 2026 with Robin Williams Blake through .

This is a special opportunity to deepen your work with couples in a small, supportive, in-person setting. Core Skills is where really comes alive — where theory is integrated into practice with care, curiosity, and connection.

Dates
Modules 1 & 2: March 19–21, 9:00–5:30 (Thurs–Sat)
Modules 3 & 4: September 10–12, 9:00–5:30 (Thurs–Sat)

Format: In person with Kathryn de Bruin

This training is officially endorsed by ICEEFT and limited to 20 attendees to ensure depth and safety in the learning space.

Use code EARLYBIRD for a $150 discount
Register here:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/core-skills-1-and--2

02/04/2026

Ronda and I recently sat down with Kade Sharp to talk about neurodiversity in family therapy. One of the most interesting parts of our conversation was hearing the kinds of questions Kade uses to explore whether a person might be autistic — and how those questions can open up understanding rather than labels.

You can watch a short clip below, and find the full conversation on Spotify

Screening for autism in the intake process

12/31/2025

As we close out the year, take a moment to pause and reflect on everything you’ve navigated — the growth, the challenges, the healing, the resilience, and the quiet steps forward that may have gone unnoticed.

New Year’s Eve often brings a mix of excitement, anticipation, and pressure. But instead of focusing on resolutions or “fixing” anything about yourself, consider this gentler invitation:
✨ What brought you strength this year?
✨ What moments felt meaningful or grounding?
✨ How can you carry compassion for yourself into the year ahead?

Growth doesn’t require a fresh start at midnight — it unfolds slowly, through awareness, connection, and intention.

Wherever tonight finds you — celebrating, reflecting, or resting — I hope you enter the new year with hope, clarity, and a deep sense of your own worth.

Wishing you a peaceful New Year’s Eve and a 2026 filled with connection and healing. ✨

12/29/2025

Family life is beautiful, but it can also be messy and complicated. Even the most loving families experience moments of disconnection — misunderstandings, tension, hurt feelings, or patterns that repeat despite everyone’s best intentions. When communication breaks down, it can leave both parents and children feeling unheard, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward.
This is where Family Therapy can make a powerful difference.

Family Therapy creates a supportive, structured space where each person’s voice matters. It helps families slow down the conflict, understand the emotions underneath the behaviors, and learn healthier ways of responding to one another.

In our work together, families discover how to:
✨ Express emotions openly and safely
✨ Break out of negative cycles
✨ Strengthen trust and communication
✨ Understand one another’s needs more clearly
✨ Reconnect after periods of stress or distance
There is always a path forward when a family is willing to pause, reflect, and work together with support. Healing often begins with one small step.

I’m grateful to now offer Family Therapy sessions here in Utah, and I look forward to supporting families who want to build stronger, more connected relationships.