Stefanie Peachey

Stefanie Peachey

Stefanie Peachey, a Registered Social Worker and Family Mediator, is the founder of Peachey Counselling and Family Support in Burlington, ON. Drawing from her experience as a working mother, she specializes in mental health and family transitions, including divorce, mediation, and co-parenting support. Her mission is to normalize the need for help and empower clients of all ages with the tools to build resilience and navigate life's messier moments. She offers affordable in-person and online services, including workshops and Voice of the Child reports, which can be found at peacheycounselling.ca.

Latest from Stefanie Peachey

How To Help Kids Heal After Trauma
Family

How To Help Kids Heal After Trauma

Secure parenting can act as a powerful buffer against childhood trauma. Learn how emotional safety, consistency and connection can help your child heal.
9 minutes
The Mental Load Is Real—Here’s How To Share It
Family

The Mental Load Is Real—Here’s How To Share It

A detailed guide to recognizing and redistributing the mental load—kids can help, too!
6 minutes
Should You Try Family Therapy? Here’s What Parents Need To Know
Family

Should You Try Family Therapy? Here’s What Parents Need To Know

Thinking about family therapy? It’s not as daunting as it seems. Learn what to expect, how it helps, and how to choose a therapist.
6 minutes
Why Your Toddler Only Wants Mom And What to Do About It
Parenting

Why Your Toddler Only Wants Mom And What to Do About It

Parental favouritism is normal, but it stings. Here’s why it happens and how to handle it.
7 minutes
Why Parents Need To Make Self-Care A Priority
Parenting

Why Parents Need To Make Self-Care A Priority

If doing it for your own benefit isn’t enough, do it for your kids. Learn how to fill your cup for a happy family.
4 minutes
How To Set Boundaries: A Primer For Parents
Family

How To Set Boundaries: A Primer For Parents

Boundaries are an act of self-care, not selfishness.
4 minutes
How to Deal with School Anxiety
Kids

How to Deal with School Anxiety

Is your kid afraid to go to school? Whether they're in preschool or high school, here's how to help.
4 minutes
Teaching Children About Healthy Relationships: A Guide for Parents
Discipline

Teaching Children About Healthy Relationships: A Guide for Parents

Building and fostering relationships are an essential part of life. This guide can help you give your child a headstart.
4 minutes
New Parents: How to Prioritize Your Mental Health
Baby

New Parents: How to Prioritize Your Mental Health

2 minutes
It’s Not Easy Being Part of the Sandwich Generation
Family

It’s Not Easy Being Part of the Sandwich Generation

The Sandwich Generation: How caring for kids and elderly parents is leading to burnout for many families
4 minutes
November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Canada
Family health

November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Canada

November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Canada. Why this matters, and what as parents, you can do to support your children.
3 minutes
What Is A Traumatic Birth And What Do I Do If I Had One?
Giving birth

What Is A Traumatic Birth And What Do I Do If I Had One?

When your baby’s arrival doesn’t go as planned, it can be hard to cope. Here’s what you need to know.
5 minutes
3 Rules For Scrolling Social Media That Will Protect Your Mental Health
Parenting

3 Rules For Scrolling Social Media That Will Protect Your Mental Health

An expert shares her tips for how to engage online in a mindful way and protect your mental health
5 minutes
How Unhealthy and Abusive Relationships Impact Kids
Parenting

How Unhealthy and Abusive Relationships Impact Kids

Intimate partner violence can look different than you may think. Learn what it is and how it affect children’s development.
5 minutes
What is Positive Co-Parenting? And How You Can Achieve it.
Parenting

What is Positive Co-Parenting? And How You Can Achieve it.

Breaking up is hard to do…but even harder when you have children. An expert shares how to navigate a new parenting relationship.
5 minutes