Therapy for infertility in Ottawa and Embrun
Virtually across Ontario and Quebec
Therapy for the fertility journey
Whether you are actively trying to conceive, paused the journey, or decided to put the plan for family expansion on a shelf, EMDR therapy can support you wherever you are in your journey.
Danik Bernier, MSW, RSW is a bilingual Certified EMDR therapist in Ontario specializing in perinatal mental health, including fertility challenges.
Because your fertility journey isn’t just medical.
It’s also deeply emotional, often anxiety-inducing and traumatic.
Therapy for infertility with Danik Bernier, MSW, RSW
Danik is a bilingual Certified EMDR therapist based in Ontario who has supported individuals experiencing fertility challenges in private practice since 2022
FAQs
What is therapy for infertility?Addressing fertility challenges in a therapy setting can take many forms - Danik Bernier, MSW, RSW is certified in EMDR therapy and uses EMDR to treat anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms related to the fertility journey.
How does infertility impact mental health?Infertility impacts mental health in many ways through self-blame, shame, guilt, immense pressure, and fear. This can cause symptoms of mental health challenges to emerge, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
When is the best time to start therapy for infertility?Therapy for infertility can be accessed at any point in the fertility journey. Some folks prefer to meet with a therapist as soon as a medical professional pronounces the word “infertility”, while others prefer to wait until certain procedures like IVF are schedule to address anxiety and fear.