Finding Satisfaction and Validation in ParentingPresented by: Pamela Snelgrove (Child and Family Therapist) and Janet MacQuarrie (Clinical Manager)This workshop will offer some ideas to build and adjust a parent’s toolbox of effective parenting tips and tricks. Parents and caregivers will learn and be reminded how to use some key concepts and parenting strategies. Daily struggles […]
Triple P Tip Sheet DiscussionPresented by: Uma Bhatt (Community Outreach Worker)As children grow and develop they form views of themselves as a person, their value as an individual, and how good they are at doing things. This view of their self-worth is called self-esteem. An important part of being a parent involves building confidence in […]
Many Faces of Anxiety - Understanding and supporting children who live with worryPresented by: Fiona Jack, Jodi Miller and Angie Lee (Child and Family Therapists)The goal of this workshop is to provide valuable information to support caregivers of children and adolescents who experience anxiety. Topics include: Understanding different types of anxiety, causes, how the mind […]
Understanding and Managing Challenging BehavioursPresented by: Angie Chan and Allison Green (Child and Family Therapists) Understanding challenging behaviours and where they stem from is the first step to being able to better manage them. This workshop is for parents/caregivers of youth 12 years and older, and will focus on how behaviours function in a teen’s […]
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 […]