I did my Master's research on the experience of infertility. Its impact on a person's life and relationship is enormous. Learning how to navigate through the unrecognized grief and loss is critical for healing. I have spoken and written articles on infertility and adoption. I am an adoptive parent and it is important to recognize that adoption is NOT a cure for infertility. Unresolved infertility can in fact sabotage the bonding relationship with an adopted child. I would be honoured to work with any couple on this important issue which can destroy a relationship, but can also enhance it if the issue is worked through.
Your experiences with infertility, PCOS, perimenopause, or menopause will be met with deep understanding and empathy. These experiences can be profoundly personal and often involve complex emotions—especially if we are navigating the emotions or language of family members or loved ones. Art therapy, mindfulness techniques, and somatic practices may are all options to help you connect with your body and emotions in a supportive way.
Helping women navigate the devastation around their circumstances or unpredictability of the fertility journey. As a result, you may be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety or both. Together we will work to uncover the root causes behind your experiences, thoughts and feelings, to provide you with concrete, practical tools you can use to cope during these difficult times.
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, Licensed & Registered Creative Arts Therapist
Creative Arts Therapy is a powerful specialty which provides us to express our subconscious in a safe and easy way. Since the subconscious is a great power that directs our behaviours, on infertility or adoption issues, CAT is very effective and gives great results.
I have been there. I myself went through an 8 year fertility journey that I count as one of my most formative experiences. It can be a torture, a lonely torture if navigated without regular support.