Kathryn de Bruin Family Therapy and Training

06/24/2026

Not only am I enjoying some quiet reading time while my family fishes the Okavango Delta, but this cap might just be a clue about something exciting coming soon.

Keep an eye on my socials this week—you won't want to miss this announcement.

06/23/2026

Stepping away from my usual routine gives me time to think.

Not just about where I've been, but about where I'm going.

This season of rest has also been a season of reflection. I've been taking some time to think about the conversations I want to have, the topics that matter most, and how I can best support the families, couples, children, and therapists who spend time in this little corner of the internet.

As I start planning for the year ahead, I'd love to hear from you. What's on your mind? What are you navigating, wondering about, or wanting to learn more about?

06/15/2026

There was something striking about seeing these armoured knights.

Their armour is extraordinary — powerful, formidable, designed to protect. In the right environment, it's exactly what's needed.

But in relationships, the very defences that help us survive can also keep us apart. The armour that protects us from being hurt can make it harder to be seen, known, and connected.

This is the work that fuels my purpose: helping people lower the armour, just enough to let each other in.

06/12/2026

If I'm honest, I arrived carrying the pace of the year in my body. But little by little, I'm remembering what it feels like to slow down, laugh more easily, and be fully present with the people I love most.

06/11/2026

One of my favourite ways to unwind is watching Wimbledon. There’s something about the rhythm of it all — the tradition, the precision, the quiet intensity. And with the tournament only a few weeks away, getting to tour the grounds today felt pretty special.

Centre Court was surprisingly intimate. Cosy chairs, a sense of history, and an atmosphere that somehow manages to feel both grand and understated. I learned that the grounds team literally measures the wear on the grass between matches, counting blades within a square metre to monitor its condition. They even have a hawk fly overhead each day to keep the pigeons away.

It struck me that excellence rarely happens by accident. It's found in the small, consistent things no one sees — the care, preparation, and attention to detail behind the scenes.

It left me wondering: in the areas of life and work that matter most to me, what am I doing consistently to create an experience that reflects the standards I aspire to?

Food for thought from a very happy Wimbledon fan.

06/10/2026

Here's a little shout-out to the family behind the scenes.

They're the ones who cheer me on, keep me grounded, and remind me why this work matters. I've learned so much from these precious humans over the years. They've made me a better therapist, a better supervisor, and, without a doubt, a better person.

So this summer, we're stealing back some precious moments together — slowing down, reconnecting, making memories, and enjoying the simple gift of being in the same place at the same time.

During our time in Oxford, we visited Worcester College, where my maternal grandfather was a Rhodes Scholar in 1935/36. As a young man from South Africa, he travelled all the way to England after being awarded this extraordinary opportunity. Walking through those same halls and courtyards, imagining the life he stepped into nearly 90 years ago, felt incredibly special.

We came to walk in his footsteps.

06/09/2026

The work we do is important. It's meaningful. And sometimes, it's also heavy.

We often remind the families we work with that connection matters — that rest, play, and presence aren't luxuries. They're essential. This summer, I'm trying to take some of that advice myself.

I'm taking a little time to disconnect from the doing and reconnect with the people I love most.

First stop: England. 🇬🇧 We spent a few days playing tourist in Oxford, and I completely fell in love with it. The history, the culture, the beautiful old buildings and winding streets — I found it all deeply inspiring.

06/03/2026

Speaking in 4 hours. Beside myself …..butterflies

06/03/2026

My other…

05/21/2026

I recently had the privilege of joining Michelle Puster alongside Ronda Evans for a really meaningful conversation about children, attachment, and what’s happening underneath those big emotional moments that can feel so overwhelming as parents.

When children melt down, shut down, push us away, or seem “difficult,” they’re often communicating something much deeper than behaviour alone. In this conversation, we explore how Emotionally Focused Family Therapy helps us understand those moments differently — and how parents can stay connected even when emotions are running high.

We also spoke about play as a powerful healing tool, the impact of our own upbringing on the way we respond to our children, and what resilient, connected families actually look like in everyday life.

If you’re parenting through big feelings, exhaustion, or moments where you’re not sure what your child needs, I think this conversation will really resonate with you.

You can watch the podcast, right here

Emotionally Focused Family Therapy: What Your Child Is Really Asking For When They Fall Apart with guests Kathryn de Bruin and Ronda EvansWhen your child com...