SHORE Centre Pregnancy Support & Sexual Health Services
SHORE Centre Pregnancy Support & Sexual Health Services
SHORE Centre Support & Services
SHORE Centre (Sexual Health Options, Resources & Education) is a trusted local resource in Kitchener-Waterloo offering inclusive, non-judgmental support for people navigating pregnancy, reproductive decisions, and gender identity. At Transformation Counselling, we recognize the essential role SHORE Centre plays in providing access to vital care and counselling options, and we are proud to share information about their services with those who may benefit. If you're exploring pregnancy options, facing a reproductive health decision, or navigating a gender transition, the SHORE Centre can help connect you with the care, education, and resources you need.
๐งญ Pregnancy Options & Decision-Making Support
If you're uncertain about a pregnancy, SHORE Centre provides non-directive pregnancy options counselling to help you explore: Continuing the pregnancy and parenting Adoption and alternative care options Abortion access and emotional considerations This is a confidential, supportive space to reflect on your values and circumstances without pressure. You are in control of your decision, and you donโt have to face it alone.
๐ฌ Post-Abortion Support
After an abortion, people experience a wide range of emotional responses. SHORE Centre offers: Emotional support and debriefing after an abortion Individual or family-based counselling Referrals to mental health professionals if desired Whether youโre feeling relief, grief, confusion, or a mix of emotions, the Centre ensures that post-abortion care is available in a safe and compassionate environment.
๐ธ Pregnancy Loss Support
SHORE Centre also supports people through pregnancy loss, including: Miscarriage Stillbirth Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) Their team offers empathetic, non-judgmental support to help individuals and couples navigate grief, trauma, and meaning-making during and after loss. Keywords: pregnancy loss counselling, miscarriage support, TFMR support, stillbirth grief, reproductive loss
๐คฑ Pre & Post-Natal Mental Health Support
Mental health concerns are common during the perinatal period. SHORE Centre connects individuals with information and referrals to: Pre-natal anxiety or depression support Postpartum mood disorders Therapy for identity shifts and parenting transitions Birth trauma support This support helps new and expecting parents feel more resourced and emotionally prepared.
๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ Gender Identity Exploration & Trans-Specific Care
SHORE Centre is a known advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming care and helps individuals: Explore or affirm their gender identity Access gender-affirming medical and mental health support Navigate name and gender marker changes Connect with trans-specific therapists and providers Importantly, SHORE Centre values access to gender-diverse and trans-identified providers, ensuring clients can receive affirming care from someone who understands their lived experience.
๐ Who Can Access SHORE Centre Services?
SHORE Centre serves individuals and families across the Waterloo Region, with a special focus on: Youth and adults facing pregnancy-related decisions People accessing abortion care Parents, expectant parents, and caregivers Trans and gender-diverse community members Individuals seeking inclusive sexual and reproductive health education Some services are free, and others are available on a sliding scale or through referral programs.
๐ Learn More
To learn more or to book an appointment with the SHORE Centre team:
๐ Visit SHORE Centreโs Website
๐ Location: Downtown Kitchener, Ontario
๐ Contact: (519) 743-9360
๐ก How Transformation Counselling Can Help
While SHORE Centre provides essential sexual and reproductive health resources, Transformation Counselling offers ongoing mental health support for related challenges. You can connect with us if you are:
Looking for long-term therapy after a reproductive experience
Needing support for trauma, identity, or grief
Hoping to be matched with a therapist trained in gender-affirming, perinatal, or post-abortion care
Book a Session to get matched with a clinician aligned with your needs.
SHORE Centre Pregnancy Support and Sexual Health Services
SHORE Centre (Sexual Health Options, Resources & Education) is a trusted local resource in Kitchener-Waterloo offering inclusive, non-judgmental support for people navigating pregnancy, reproductive decisions, and gender identity. At Transformation Counselling, we recognize the essential role SHORE Centre plays in providing access to vital care and counselling options, and we are proud to share information about their services with those who may benefit. If you're exploring pregnancy options, facing a reproductive health decision, or navigating a gender transition, the SHORE Centre can help connect you with the care, education, and resources you need.
๐งญ Pregnancy Options & Decision-Making Support
If you're uncertain about a pregnancy, SHORE Centre provides non-directive pregnancy options counselling to help you explore: Continuing the pregnancy and parenting Adoption and alternative care options Abortion access and emotional considerations This is a confidential, supportive space to reflect on your values and circumstances without pressure. You are in control of your decision, and you donโt have to face it alone. Keywords: pregnancy options, abortion counselling, unplanned pregnancy support, decision-making counselling, parenting or adoption
๐ฌ Post-Abortion Support
After an abortion, people experience a wide range of emotional responses. SHORE Centre offers: Emotional support and debriefing after an abortion Individual or family-based counselling Referrals to mental health professionals if desired Whether youโre feeling relief, grief, confusion, or a mix of emotions, the Centre ensures that post-abortion care is available in a safe and compassionate environment. Keywords: post-abortion support, abortion aftercare, reproductive health counselling, emotional support after abortion
๐ธ Pregnancy Loss Support
SHORE Centre also supports people through pregnancy loss, including: Miscarriage Stillbirth Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) Their team offers empathetic, non-judgmental support to help individuals and couples navigate grief, trauma, and meaning-making during and after loss. Keywords: pregnancy loss counselling, miscarriage support, TFMR support, stillbirth grief, reproductive loss
๐คฑ Pre & Post-Natal Mental Health Support
Mental health concerns are common during the perinatal period. SHORE Centre connects individuals with information and referrals to: Pre-natal anxiety or depression support Postpartum mood disorders Therapy for identity shifts and parenting transitions Birth trauma support This support helps new and expecting parents feel more resourced and emotionally prepared. Keywords: postpartum depression, birth trauma, perinatal anxiety, new parent counselling, maternal mental health
๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ Gender Identity Exploration & Trans-Specific Care
SHORE Centre is a known advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming care and helps individuals: Explore or affirm their gender identity Access gender-affirming medical and mental health support Navigate name and gender marker changes Connect with trans-specific therapists and providers Importantly, SHORE Centre values access to gender-diverse and trans-identified providers, ensuring clients can receive affirming care from someone who understands their lived experience. Keywords: gender exploration, gender-affirming care, trans support services, non-binary resources, trans mental health
๐ Who Can Access SHORE Centre Services?
SHORE Centre serves individuals and families across the Waterloo Region, with a special focus on: Youth and adults facing pregnancy-related decisions People accessing abortion care Parents, expectant parents, and caregivers Trans and gender-diverse community members Individuals seeking inclusive sexual and reproductive health education Some services are free, and others are available on a sliding scale or through referral programs.
๐ Learn More
To learn more or to book an appointment with the SHORE Centre team: ๐ Visit SHORE Centreโs Website
๐ Location: Downtown Kitchener, Ontario
๐ Contact: (519) 743-9360
๐ก How Transformation Counselling Can Help
While SHORE Centre provides essential sexual and reproductive health resources, Transformation Counselling offers ongoing mental health support for related challenges. You can connect with us if you are:
Looking for long-term therapy after a reproductive experience
Needing support for trauma, identity, or grief
Hoping to be matched with a therapist trained in gender-affirming, perinatal, or post-abortion care
Book a Session to get matched with a clinician aligned with your needs.