Kody Kearns Counselling

01/27/2026

Hey ! I’m Kody, a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist.

We often see a child’s struggle before we understand it. Whether it’s the restless energy of ADHD, the quiet withdrawal of anxiety, or the complex ‘acting out’ that follows trauma and adversity, these behaviors are usually a search for safety. It is incredibly difficult to watch your child hurt and feel like you’ve run out of tools to help them.

I provide a relational, supportive space for children, teens, and families, as well as individual adults. My work is focused on building safety through connection. I provide a safe space to explore how our brains and bodies react to stress and big emotions. Together, we’ll look at the ‘why’ behind these reactions, helping you move from a place of frustration to one of understanding and regulation.

By drawing on a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs, I help youth and caregivers move beyond just ‘managing symptoms.’ We work together to build practical tools and strengthen the underlying bond, creating a grounded environment where you can process past hurts and move toward a more connected, resilient future.

Therapy is a significant step, but I believe the process should feel approachable, supportive, and at times even lighthearted 💚

01/04/2026

💙So grateful for our incredible community 💙

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate one year in business. What an unforgettable day! Together, we broke the record for the most skaters at a public skate in Port Hope with 200+ skaters !⛸️🎉

Seeing our community come together in a shared, joyful activity was truly something special. This is exactly what I hoped for, and can’t thank each and every one of you for coming.

Here’s to connection, community, and momentum. Stay tuned , there will be more connection building events to come with Kody Kearns Counselling ✨

12/22/2025

🎄The holidays can hold many emotions: joy, grief, hope, and everything in between.
Wherever this season finds you, I wish you peace, warmth, and moments of care.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from
Kody Kearns Counselling 🤍

12/16/2025

✨ One Year of Kody Kearns Counselling ✨

January marks one year in business, and I wanted to celebrate in a way that feels most aligned with my heart and my work.

I’m hosting a free public skate as a small way of giving back to the community that has trusted, supported, and grown alongside this practice. Movement, laughter, and shared experiences create powerful moments of connection and regulation, especially for families.

My hope is that this skate creates a few magical moments:
❄️ time together
❄️ ease in our bodies
❄️ memories that linger

Thank you for being part of this journey. I can’t wait to celebrate with you on the ice. 🤍⛸️

— Kody Kearns Counselling

12/11/2025

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✨ Holiday Hours Update ✨
Thank you all for an incredible year of growth, healing, and connection.
Please note my holiday schedule:

December 22: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
December 23–28: Closed
December 29–30: Open
December 31–January 5: Closed

🎄 Friendly Reminder: Many extended health benefits reset on January 1st. If you still have coverage available for counselling, now is a great time to use it before it expires.

Wishing you and your families a warm, restful, and peaceful holiday season. ❤️

Kody 💚

09/30/2025

🧡 thank you Taylor Nelson MSW, RSW

This is a tough area of learning for many kids, especially children who have any history of adversity or anxiety.

As caring adults, it’s our job to teach and learn alongside our littles. Please always share information based on your child’s capacity to cope with information. If the important themes of fear, loss, separation and hurt are too much for your child… focus on the resiliency and strength of indigenous voices and values 🧡

09/17/2025

💙 Hey Dads, let’s be real 💙

Some days you crush it.
Other days you wonder if you’re doing any of this right.

The late nights, the “Dad, can you…?”, the pressure to provide, protect, and keep it all together, it’s a lot.

Here’s the thing 👇
✅ Your kids don’t need you to be perfect.
✅ They just need you to show up.
✅ Even when you’re tired, unsure, or learning as you go.

Being a dad isn’t about knowing all the answers. It’s about being there, loving hard, and trying again tomorrow.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or carrying it all on your own just know: you’re not alone. Support is out there for you, too.

08/26/2025

✨ School Readiness: Excitement + Nerves are Both Okay! ✨

Starting school or going back to school is a big transition for kids—and for parents too! 💛

It’s normal for children to feel excited about making friends, playing, and learning new things, while also feeling nervous about change, routines, and the unknown.

🌱 To support your child through this transition:
✅ Visit the school playground together—let them get familiar with the space.
✅ Plan a picnic in the park and practice “school-like” routines such as sitting together for lunch. You can even practice opening up their backpacks and lunch containers together.
✅ Open up dialogue: Ask questions like “What are you most curious about?” or “What might feel a little tricky?” to help them put feelings into words.

💬 Talking about both the fun and the worries helps kids build confidence, feel understood, and know that it’s okay to have mixed emotions.

You’ve got this—and so do they! 🌟

06/04/2025

🌱 📗Learning through story telling📗🌱

Ever tried asking a child “How are you feeling?” and got a shrug or “I don’t know…”? That’s because naming and talking about emotions can be really hard — especially when the topic feels big or overwhelming.

That’s where books come in.

✨ Stories create a safe distance for kids and teens to explore tough topics.
Instead of saying, “Let’s talk about your anxiety,” we can say,
“Let’s read about a character who feels nervous sometimes.”

Through stories, children:
📖 See themselves in characters
📖 Learn that others feel the same way
📖 Get language to describe their emotions
📖 Discover healthy ways to cope — all without the pressure of being “on the spot”

💬 It’s so much easier for kids to understand their own mental health when it’s told through someone else’s story first. That “aha!” moment? It happens when they realize, “That’s how I feel too!”

🌈 Let’s keep giving kids tools to understand themselves — one story at a time.

Thank you to for the book recommendations for our learning library!

05/28/2025

Creating Feeling Monsters 🫟🖌️🌱

🌿Why It Works:
🔘Movement and color choice allow for sensory regulation.
🔘Imaginative play taps into natural creativity.
🔘Externalizing emotions makes them easier to talk about ! It’s a lot less stressful to talk about a character than yourself, often removing the shame behind the behaviour.

05/08/2025

Walk + Talk Therapy 🚶🎙️🌱

Sometimes it’s easier to open up when we’re not sitting face-to-face. That’s where Walk and Talk Therapy comes in.

For kids and teens, movement can make conversations feel more natural and less intimidating. It helps reduce anxiety, supports emotional regulation, and makes space for expression—without the pressure of “just talking.”

Whether we’re walking through a quiet trail or around the neighborhood, these sessions support mental health while engaging both body and mind.

Nature meets nurture. Healing doesn’t have to happen inside four walls.

Now offering Walk + Talk sessions for youth and teens!
DM to learn more or book a free consult.

04/14/2025

Such a great group starting up. Erin is amazing !

A new community support group for "stressed" moms is being held at the Mill Resteraunt in Cobourg starting April 30th!
The focus of this group is on managing transitions, adapting to new situations, practicing self-care, and providing a safe space to share anxieties, challenges, and the less enjoyable aspects of motherhood.
Hosted by myself and Deanna Kennedy (Mama Coach), we will address topics relevant to mothers with infants 0-6 months, offering guidance, advice, and support.
Registration is recommended; please email me at edonnelly.rsw@gmail.com to register or inquire about the group. Motherhood can be challenging at times, but you don't have to face these challenges alone. 💗