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09/14/2025

Take a moment to breathe, focus, and be present. Mindfulness means paying attention to what is happening right now, including your thoughts, feelings, and senses, without judgment or trying to change anything.

By tuning into your surroundings, practicing deep breathing, and making mindfulness a daily habit, you can calm your mind, improve your focus, and build resilience to stress.

Try simple techniques such as mindful breathing, body scans, or checking in with your five senses to bring the benefits of mindfulness into your everyday life.

Your mind and body will thank you. 🌿✨

09/11/2025

Feeling overwhelmed or scattered? One of the easiest ways to find calm is by checking in with your five senses. Pause for a moment and really notice what you can see around you. What do you feel on your skin? What sounds are in the background? Are there any scents catching your attention? And what is the last thing you tasted? 🌿

This simple exercise helps pull you out of your busy mind and into the present moment. It is like giving your brain a gentle reset. Plus, it is something you can do anytime, anywhere, no special tools needed. 🌟

Next time you are feeling off, try this quick sensory check-in and see how much clearer and calmer you feel. 💆‍♀️

What is one thing your senses are telling you right now? 👀

09/08/2025

Mindfulness is all about paying attention to the present moment without judgment or trying to change what is happening. It means noticing your thoughts, feelings, and sensations as they come and go without getting stuck or overwhelmed by them 🌿

This simple awareness can help reduce anxiety, improve focus, strengthen relationships, and build resilience to stress 💪

Some easy ways to practice mindfulness include sitting quietly and focusing on your breath, taking a mindful walk while noticing how your body moves and what you experience around you, or doing a body scan to check in with how different parts of your body feel 🚶‍♀️

Engaging your senses like noticing five things you see or three things you hear is a great way to anchor yourself in the here and now 👀

Mindfulness isn’t about stopping your thoughts; it’s about learning to observe them with kindness and acceptance 💛

09/05/2025

Sometimes life feels too big for words alone. If traditional talk therapy hasn’t felt quite right, music therapy could be the fresh, creative space you’ve been looking for 🎶

At KS Therapy Services, our skilled music therapists use the power of music to help you explore your feelings, manage stress, build emotional strength, and connect with yourself and others in a way that feels natural and meaningful. Whether it’s playing an instrument, writing songs, listening mindfully, or simply talking about music, every session is designed around what feels right for you 🎵

No need to be a musician, this is about your journey and your healing 🌟

We offer sessions in person in Guelph and online for anyone in Ontario, with affordable options including sessions with interns and student therapists 💻

If you’re ready to try something different and bring a little more harmony into your healing, get in touch for a free consultation. We’re here to support you every step of the way 🤝

09/02/2025

Emotions get a bad rap, but they’re actually here to help us, sometimes in surprising ways. It’s okay to feel what you feel, even the tough stuff. There’s no one “right” way to experience emotions, and opening up about them can be a real game changer. Showing how you feel is a strength, not a weakness, and letting emotions flow can give you back control instead of taking it away.

What’s one emotion you’ve learned to accept instead of fight?

08/30/2025

Bring a little calm and clarity into your day with these simple mindfulness practices:

🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation: Sit comfortably and focus on your breath. When your mind wanders, gently bring it back with awareness and no judgment.

🚶‍♂️ Mindfulness Walk: Pay attention to how your body moves with each step. Then take in your surroundings using all your senses.

🧏‍♀️ Body Scan: Slowly check in with different parts of your body, starting from your feet and moving up to your face. Notice any tension or relaxation.

👀 Five Senses Exercise: Notice 5 things you see, 2 things you smell, 4 things you feel, 1 thing you taste, and 3 things you hear. It’s a quick way to reset and reconnect.

Try one of these practices today and notice how much more present you feel. Your mind and body will thank you!

08/27/2025

Meet Debora, our new Music Therapy Intern joining us this September! 🎉

If you’ve been curious about music therapy but worried about the cost, here’s some good news, Debora offers sessions starting at just $20.

Ready to give music therapy a go? Book a session with Debora.

08/24/2025

Feeling overwhelmed? Try the RAIN Mindfulness Exercise to help you stay grounded and calm in the present moment. 🌧️

RAIN is a simple, four-step practice to recognise and sit with your thoughts and emotions without judgment, and it helps you find peace even during tough times.

How to practice:
1️⃣ Recognise your feelings and sensations.
2️⃣ Allow them to be there without pushing them away.
3️⃣ Investigate what your emotions need with kindness and curiosity.
4️⃣ Nurture yourself with compassion and comfort.

Take a few minutes to breathe deeply, slow down, and offer yourself the kindness you deserve.

Your mind will thank you. 💙

08/21/2025

Struggling with anxiety, addictions, trauma, or relationship challenges? Karla offers affordable, evidence-based therapy tailored just for you.

With a background in neuroscience and real-world experience supporting people in high-pressure environments, Karla’s approach is warm, structured, and relational. She’s here to help you move from feeling stuck to finding clarity and building the life you want.

Whether you prefer in-person sessions in Guelph or online support across Ontario and Quebec, Karla works with adults and couples through a range of challenges, from trauma and anxiety to legal stress and intimacy.

Ready to start your healing journey? Book a free consultation today!

08/19/2025

KSTS's littlest team member gave her stamp of approval on our new space!

We have been working hard in the background to prepare for our move, to provide even better services for you. Located at 1030 Gordon Street, our new office is right down the road from our current location. It's full of natural light, with lots of little touches to help you feel comfortable and at ease.

For our current clients, stay tuned for the official move date, likely in mid to late September. We are still finalizing the timeline due to some construction delays. The KSTS team can't wait to see you there soon!

08/18/2025

Some feelings are too deep or complex for words alone. Music has a unique way of reaching places inside us that language cannot.

That is why music therapy plays such a powerful role in trauma recovery. By creating and exploring songs, trauma survivors can safely express emotions, regain control, and rewrite their stories in a hopeful way.

Our certified music therapists combine clinical skills with creativity to guide you through this healing process, blending music and talk therapy to support your unique journey.

If trauma feels overwhelming or hard to express, music might be the bridge you need.

💬 Curious how songwriting can support healing? Book a consultation today to get matched with the best therapist for you.

08/15/2025

You deserve support at any stage of life.
Therapy is not only for when things feel unbearable. It is also for building self-awareness, improving relationships, and growing into your best self.

Here are a few reasons people start therapy:
✔ Feeling “stuck” in old patterns
✔ Managing stress or anxiety
✔ Navigating life transitions
✔ Building confidence and coping skills

No matter where you are on your journey, therapy meets you there.

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806 Gordon Street Unit 202A
Guelph, ON

Website

http://www.kstherapyservices.ca/

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Welcome!

My name is Kathleen and I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Accredited Music Therapist. If you are here, perhaps you are looking for support in navigating life's roadblocks, seemingly big or small. I believe that everyone has the strengths and resources to create change and healing in their own life. In my work, I use a holistic and strengths-based approach to promote psychological, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This means that we use your own strengths and abilities to work towards making positive change and becoming the fullest version of yourself.

As an Accredited Music Therapist, I am trained to use music in all forms in psychotherapy sessions. This could include listening, making, or creating music. How we choose to incorporate music depends on your strengths, interests and goals. For many people, music is already important for well-being. Music psychotherapy provides an opportunity to bring music's inherent therapeutic power into sessions! There is no musical background necessary to benefit from services.

I specialize in working with teenagers and adults looking to better their mental health and well-being. My clinical experience includes work in mental health care across the lifespan, and in dementia care. I have experience working with individuals with a wide range of mental health issues including mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders and, post-traumatic stress disorder. In addition to being the owner and lead therapist at KS Therapy Services, I work in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health program at Grand River Hospital.

Thanks for stopping by! If you would like to learn more, feel free to check out the my website or book a free initial consultation.