<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[I Hart Counselling at Uptown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Healing Hearts, Healthy Minds]]></description><link>https://www.iharttherapy.ca/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 02:38:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.iharttherapy.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Curiosity Changes Everything]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Artwork Moment Imagine your child comes running out of school holding a piece of artwork they’re proud of. You reach out to take a look. “No!” they yell. As parents, it can be easy for our brains to jump to conclusions. That was rude. Why are they yelling at me? Everyone is watching. I was just trying to help. When we feel embarrassed, pressured, frustrated, or triggered, it’s easy to react from those feelings. But what happens if we pause and get curious instead? What if your child’s...]]></description><link>https://www.iharttherapy.ca/post/curiosity-changes-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a18d641145da5e38307d6bd</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 00:01:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f42b71_300d2a43bb414e29afb7f26a5528ddfd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Inka Hart</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tiny Kittens, Big Feelings &#38; Why Consistency in Counselling Matters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Small Kittens, Small Steps Sometimes I like to explain counselling by comparing it to fostering kittens. Kittens and Counselling When tiny foster kittens come into a home, they need consistency. They need regular feeding, comfort, play, routines, and connection. We wouldn’t just check on them once a month and expect them to feel safe, confident, and thriving. Emotional growth often works similarly. Why Consistency Helps Families sometimes ask about recommendations for frequency. Although...]]></description><link>https://www.iharttherapy.ca/post/tiny-kittens-big-feelings-why-consistency-in-counselling-matters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0e68a69209fbd4f4f335c7</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 03:41:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f42b71_f18bb192215849619aa9bbfd9431f6e0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_741,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Inka Hart</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brain Priming: Why Some Kids Seem “Ready” for Big Reactions]]></title><description><![CDATA[What Is Brain Priming? When a child’s brain spends a lot of time in stress, overwhelm, or “survival mode,” their brain can become primed for dysregulation. This means their nervous system starts expecting danger, frustration, or discomfort — even during small everyday situations. Things like being told “no,” getting dressed, transitions, sibling conflict, or minor disappointments can quickly lead to big reactions because their brain is already on high alert. On the other hand, brains can also...]]></description><link>https://www.iharttherapy.ca/post/brain-priming-why-some-kids-seem-ready-for-big-reactions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0a653aa9afe54769097981</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:10:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/f42b71_d21d807ac5e74a938255332635d8ce2d/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Inka Hart</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Co-Regulation]]></title><description><![CDATA[As parents, many of us grow up hearing phrases like: “Calm down.”“ Use your words.” “Take a deep breath.” But when children are overwhelmed, upset, angry, anxious, or dysregulated, their brains often cannot access those skills independently yet. This is where co-regulation comes in. Watch: The Dance of Co-Regulation Co-Regulation: Helping Your Child Borrow Calm What Is Co-Regulation? Co-regulation is the process of helping a child regulate their emotions through connection with a calm,...]]></description><link>https://www.iharttherapy.ca/post/co-regulation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa88a36d919e5ce8716ade</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f42b71_7f7eaca745004365acf9ff821080cf22~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_882,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Inka Hart</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Peek Inside The Playroom]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something really special about opening a new box of toys—not just for the excitement, but for the possibilities inside. As I prepare to open my new space, I Hart Therapy, I’ve been carefully selecting each item that will live in the playroom. Every toy, figure, and material is chosen with intention—to support children in expressing themselves, understanding their emotions, and exploring who they are in a safe and meaningful way. Today, I wanted to invite you into that process. Watch:...]]></description><link>https://www.iharttherapy.ca/post/a-peek-inside-the-playroom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e9676cd06bed7d1a9f500b</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:37:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f42b71_df21c863ca464709a82e17dcf0827b21~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Inka Hart</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>