Understanding and Managing Sensory Sensitivity in Children/Youth Living with Autism Spectrum DisorderPresented by: Neil Walker (COMPASS Manager) and Andy Park (Child and Family Therapist)Sensory sensitivity is recognized as a significant diagnostic criterion for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Hyper or hypp reactivity to sensory experiences can produce severe challenges in coping with sensory aspects of the environment […]
Genuine Connection - The Teen EditionPresented by: Terri Keay (Clinical Navigator) and Danielle Warren (Clinical Navigator)This webinar focuses on what caregivers bring to the parent and teen relationship. Participants will have an opportunity to reflect on mindfulness practice; ways of noticing and observing how your parenting style has formed, and how this influences your parent […]
Teen Triple P Seminar #1 - Raising Responsible TeenagersPresented by: Uma Bhatt (Community Outreach Worker) and Helen Elraheb (York Region District School Board Social Worker)The Triple P Teen Seminar series targets everyday concerns, such as how to encourage responsible and independent behaviour, improve family relationships, and manage concerns at school and/or with friends. Your youth […]
Children and Restorative SleepPresented by: Uma Bhatt (Community Outreach Workers)Is your child afraid of going to sleep because they were frightened by a nightmare? It can be difficult for caregivers to know what to do when they find their child upset aft a nightmare or having experienced night terrors. This webinar will look a the […]
Teen Triple P Seminar #2 - Raising Competent TeenagersPresented by: Uma Bhatts (Community Outreach Worker)and Helen Elraheb (York Region District School Board Social Worker)The Triple P Teen Seminar series targets everyday concerns, such as how to encourage responsible and independent behaviour, improve family relationships, and manage concerns at school and/or with friends. Your youth is […]
Tips and Strategies for Managing Screen TimePresented by: Gina Degalas(Child and Family Therapist) and Lorraine Panabaker (Child and Family Therapist)Does screen time in your home ever feel like scream time? Is it hard to get your children unplugged? If you answered yes, the Plugged In workshop is for you. Topics include: Guidelines for healthy screen […]
Understanding and Managing Anxiety in Children/Youth Living with Autism Spectrum DisorderPresented by: Neil Walker (Autism Consultant) Many children/youth living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience severe anxiety resulting in the development of challenging behaviours. This webinar will review the types and causes of anxiety in persons with ASD, and will introduce support strategies that can […]
Teen Triple P Seminar #3 - Getting Teenagers ConnectedPresented by: Uma Bhatt (Community Outreach Worker)and Helen Elraheb (York Region District School Board Social Worker)The Triple P Teen Seminar series targets everyday concerns, such as how to encourage responsible and independent behaviour, improve family relationships, and manage concerns at school and/or with friends. Your youth is […]
The Power of Positive ParentingPresented by: Uma Bhatt (Community Outreach Worker) and Melanie Beckford (York Region District School Board Social Worker) Power of Positive Parenting seminars are a series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very […]
How to reconnect with your family and set up for a successful summer!Presented by: Salwa Mawji (York Hills Child and Family Therapist) and Tracy Thomas Elleston (YRDSB Social Worker)What a school year it has been! With the back and forth from face to face to online, and the uncertainty of imminent lock downs, this was […]
