Kristen Buckland MACP, RCC

10/16/2025

🙏🏼

10/16/2025

👋🏼😬 Whoops!

Well, the first step is acknowledgment, right? 😂🙈

I wish I at least looked this adorable 😂🫠🐶

10/14/2025

As a person who grew up thinking I was annoying, stupid, lazy, and just couldn’t get it together, and started having panic attack due to stress, I 100% agree with this.

10/09/2025

Guilty!

🧠When you live with ADHD you can sometimes experience Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). This means that even small rejections can feel like a punch to the gut.

🧠It’s not weakness: it’s neurobiology.
Your brain’s emotion centers (especially the amygdala and anterior cingulate cortex) light up as if you’re in danger, while the prefrontal cortex (the part that helps regulate and reason) can momentarily go offline.

🧠That’s why a small comment can flood you with old memories of shame, exclusion, or not-enoughness.
Your nervous system is protecting you with every ounce of energy it has.

🧠It just doesn’t always realize the threat is in the past.

🧠Healing starts when you stop judging the reaction and start soothing the system that’s trying to keep you safe. 💗

Your feelings aren’t the problem. The shame about having them is.

💾 Save this for the next time you’re told you’re “too emotional.”

💌 Share it with the friend who feels everything a little louder.

I love you. Surthriving with you, XO, Dr. Jen

10/05/2025

Working on the pause!

10/04/2025

This might be a good option for some kiddos ❤️

10/03/2025

09/25/2025

Interesting!

FREE - Toilet Training Parent Information Night

Is your child ready to start toilet training? We’re here to help!

Join us for a free session to learn:
🔹 Evidence-based approaches to toilet training
🔹 Supportive adaptations and tips
🔹 Q&A with an Occupational Therapist

Thursday, October 23, 2025
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Nanaimo Child Development Centre – 1135 Nelson Street (Lower Door)

This evening is open to all parents/guardians (children do not need to be CDC clients).
Pre-Registration is required:
Call 250-753-0251 (press “0”) or Email nicoles@nanaimocdc.com

Please note: Childminding is not available for this session.

08/07/2025

❤️

05/28/2025

Brilliant! Such great reminders and information

05/16/2025

🌸🌞Summer Groups are now open for registration!

Does your child want to build friendships and strengthen social skills in a fun and supportive space? Then this is the group for them!

🌸Girls Friendship Group- Ages 7-10 Wednesday’s 5-6pm (June 4, 11, 18, 25 and July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30)

🌸 What’s included:
Activities designed to improve communication, turn-taking, and teamwork. Creative and engaging experiences such as art and group games.
Support in helping kids practice boundaries, problem-solving, practice flexibility, and confidence-building.

🌸Why join?
These groups are facilitated by an experienced intern counsellor, it is offered in a small-group setting to help children feel valued and empowered while making meaningful connections with peers.
Let’s help your child grow friendships that flourish!

🌸Spaces are limited! If you are interested please e-mail: mhunter@blossomtreecounselling.com to inquire further or sign up.

05/16/2025

🌸 We are proud to present a pre-teen youth group through June & July!

Is your youth struggling with peers? Are they needing a supportive space to meet other peers their age? Then this group is for them!

🌸Thrive Girls Youth Group for ages 11-13
Friday’s from 5-6pm (June 6, 13, 27 and July 4, 11, 18, 25)

🌸 What’s included:
Activities designed to improve communication, turn-taking, and teamwork. Creative and engaging experiences such as art, mindfulness, play and group games.
Support in helping youth practice boundaries, problem-solving, boosting confidence in peer to peer dynamics, and boosting their self-esteem.

🌸Why join?
These groups are facilitated by an experienced intern counsellor, it is offered in a small-group setting to help youth feel valued and empowered while making meaningful connections with peers.
Let’s help your youth thrive!

🌸Spaces are limited! If you are interested please e-mail: mhunter@blossomtreecounselling.com to inquire further or sign up.