Support Through Infertility and Pregnancy Loss

Healing After Loss or Struggle to Conceive Is Possible; We’re Here to Support You Every Step of the Way

Available in-person in Hamilton and virtual across Ontario

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Pregnancy loss & infertility Support

If you’re grieving the loss of a child or struggling with infertility, you don’t have to go through it along. Our compassionate therapists are here to help you find your way through the pain and insecurity.

The path to parenthood is not always easy. Sometimes, it’s filled with pain unexpected grief, and disappointment, especially when you’ve experienced pregnancy loss or miscarriage. Parents who lost their beloved child or struggle to conceive are often dealing with:

  • Sadness or numbness

  • Anxiety and even depression

  • Difficulty sleeping or focusing on daily tasks

  • Guilt, shame, or sorrow

If that’s how you feel right now, you’re not alone. And you don’t need to find the way out on your own. We’re here to support you every step of the way and offer you a safe space where you can heal at a pace that feels right for you.

We’re Canadian-certified therapists with advanced training in perinatal mental health. At Mountain Brow Counselling, you will find compassionate infertility and pregnancy loss therapy care to help you process what you’re going through.

Therapy sessions are available in-person, virtual, and walk and talk.

Are you grieving from pregnancy loss?

Pregnancy loss is undoubtedly emotionally devastating. You may be feeling:

  • Persistent sadness or numbness

  • Exhaustion or disrupted sleep

  • A sense of emptiness or guilt

  • Disconnection from your body or from others

These are common and understandable reactions to such a painful loss. If that’s what you’re going through right now, reach out. With compassionate therapy support, healing is possible, even though it doesn’t seem like that right now.

Are you struggling with infertility?

Infertility can also be a painful experience, especially when each month brings hope and then disappointment, again and again. You might be experiencing:

  • Constant worry or sadness

  • Feelings of inadequacy or shame

  • Difficulty sleeping or concentrating

  • Isolation from friends, family, or partners

Infertility is a deeply personal and often invisible struggle and it is likely that even your friends and family don’t know what you’re going through. Therapy offers a space to process your emotions, rebuild hope, and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones.

We’re here to support you through infertility and pregnancy loss

When you're facing infertility or grieving a pregnancy loss, it can feel like you’re alone with your feelings and no one can help

You may be struggling with:

  • Grief

  • Anxiety or sadness around trying to conceive

  • Feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or stuck

  • Loss of control or connection to your body and others

Even though it may feel like you’re alone with this burden, you’re not. Infertility and pregnancy loss therapy with our experienced counsellors offer a safe space where you can process your emotions and start the healing process.

Therapy can help after pregnancy loss

At Mountain Brow Counselling, we provide you with a safe and compassionate space where you can grieve, process overwhelming emotions and start the healing process.

Our experienced therapists will help you work through your feelings and support you every step of the way, at a pace that’s comfortable for you.

Therapy can help when struggling with infertility

Infertility often comes with feelings of disappointment, anxiety and self-doubt. With the support of our therapists, you can explore your thoughts and feelings, overcome insecurity, and develop tools to care for your mental and emotional well-being.

We will help you find peace, confidence, and resilience that will help you take the next steps and overcome your challenges.

Process loss, trauma or grief

  • Manage anxiety, stress and emotional exhaustion

  • Reconnect with yourself, partner and your family and friends

  • Gain more clarity on the next steps you can take

We’re here to walk with you through your experiences with care, understanding, and support that’s tailored to your needs.

Infertility/pregnancy loss counselling will help you:

Infertility and pregnancy loss counselling rates:

55-MINUTE INDIVIDUAL THERAPY SESSION IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL $180-190

85-MINUTE INDIVIDUAL THERAPY SESSION IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL $270-285

55-MINUTE INDIVIDUAL WALK-AND-TALK SESSION $170-180

  • I am an approved provider through the Non-Insured Health Benefits program for Indigenous people. If you are a status card holder who is not currently seeing a different NIHB provider for mental health counselling, you will qualify for this program. This program allows me to apply for funding from Health Canada and then bill directly to the NIHB program on your behalf. NIHB does not fund missed appointments.

    Two or more late cancellations or no shows can result in termination of services. Clients are encouraged to reach back out when they are feeling more ready if this is the case. Contact me directly for more information on the NIHB program.

Meet Our Experienced Perinatal & Postpartum Therapists

  • Brittany Gendron

    Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist; BSW, MSW

  • Nicole Dutchak

    Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist; BSW, MSW

  • Zainab Choudhery

    Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BA Hon.

  • Emily Muizelaar

    Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist; BSW, MSW

  • Jessica Bacon

    Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist; BSW, MSW

  • Christine Bibby

    Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist; BSW MSW

FAQs

  • Each session costs $180-190. Sessions are 55 minutes in length.

    Couples and family counselling is $200-210 per 55 minute session and $300-315 per 85 minute session.

    We accept e-transfer payments or credit card. Psychotherapy with a Registered Social Worker is covered by many insurance providers or extended health benefits. We will issue a receipt with all of the information you will require for your insurance claim. We recommend checking with your provider before our first session.

  • One of the most important aspects when engaging in therapy is your comfort and trust in your therapist. You should have a good sense upon our initial session if your therapist is the right fit for you. We offer a complimentary 20-minute phone conversation to determine fit and answer any other questions you may have. BOOK NOW to find out if we are the right fit.

  • Your appointment is reserved just for you. If you are unable to attend your appointment, you are required to provide at least 48 hours advanced notice. A late cancellation leaves a hole in the therapist's day that could have otherwise been filled. As such, the client agrees to pay 100% of the session fee if they cancel their appointment with less than 48 hours notice. Please note, all non-emergency cancellations (e.g. general illness, weather concerns, sudden schedule change, unexpected commitment, forgetting or mistaking the ap‐ pointment time) will be charged the regular session fee. Virtual or telephone sessions will be offered when it may not be feasible to attend in-person if that was the originally scheduled appointment method. We appreciate your help in valuing your treatment, the treatment of others, and respecting your therapist's time.

  • As registered social workers, we are required to keep all information shared in session confidential. There are some exceptions to confidentiality which include:

    • Disclosure of the intent to harm yourself or someone else.

    • The abuse of a child under the age of 16 or abuse by a licensed professional.

    • If case notes are subpoenaed to Court.

    • If you have signed consent to release information to other care providers.

  • Yes, therapy is highly effective in helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of mental health and emotional challenges. While this is a good thing, there are important factors to consider including finding the right treatment approach that matches the concerns, fit between client and therapist, client commitment, and having patience for the process.

  • The duration of therapy can vary widely from person to person and depends on several factors, including an individual’s specific concerns, the type of therapy being used, and the level of engagement. While there’s no set timeline, most clients see me for approximately 12 sessions, with some attending a little less and some attending more. We always encourage open communication so that we can adjust our treatment plan as needed to achieve your desired outcomes.

  • Mountain Brow Counselling is located on the Hamilton Mountain at 804 Fennell Avenue East.

  • We use an online portal called Owl Practice which allows clients to book or reschedule their sessions conveniently online. We always encourage clients if they have a specific date/time that works best for their schedule, to book well in advance and even book several sessions at a time to maintain their spot.

  • While we offer infertility and pregnancy loss therapy in person at our Hamilton office on the Hamilton Mountain, we also provide secure virtual sessions for clients anywhere in Ontario. We understand how deeply personal and emotional this journey can be, and we’re committed to supporting you wherever you feel most comfortable.

  • Yes! We offer direct billing to most insurance providers. During your consultation call or first session, we can go over your insurance details and get everything set up.

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Are you ready to start infertility/pregnancy loss therapy in Hamilton?

Life after receiving a diagnosis of infertility or experiencing pregnancy loss can be overwhelming. With the right support, you can regain clarity and control, and gradually heal the pain.

Our specialized pregnancy loss and infertility therapy is available in-person in Hamilton and Burlington (including walk-and-talk sessions) and virtually across Ontario.

If you have questions about therapy for infertility or pregnancy loss, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to answer your questions and warmly invite you to a free 15-minute initial consultation.

During this call, you can share your concerns, and we’ll explain our approach and how we can support you. When you’re ready to begin, simply send us this short contact form, and we’ll do our best to reach out to you within 24 hours.

We look forward to talking to you!

Mountain Brow Counselling Team