Are you part of a caregiver group, childcare center, or corporation that could benefit from a psychoeducational workshop?
Please review the workshop options below then complete the form at the bottom of the page to request one.
ADHD for Caregivers
The purpose of this workshop is to provide an overview of ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Participants can expect to learn about ADHD as a developmental disorder that begins early in childhood, and participants will also learn about evidence-based approaches for treating ADHD. At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Identify the behaviour characteristics, key areas of functional impairment, and symptom presentation of ADHDIdentify and apply evidence-based parenting and teaching strategies for supporting children and youth with ADHD in the home, classroom, and communityUnderstanding Childhood Anxiety
The purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with an understanding of what anxiety is, the impact of anxiety on daily functioning, and strategies for supporting a child living with anxiety. At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
Identify different anxiety disordersIdentify two evidence-based treatments for anxietyHave some practical strategies for supporting children living with anxietyUnderstanding Childhood OCD
This workshop aims to provide participants with an understanding of what obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is, the ways in which OCD can present in children and youth, as well as explore the impact OCD can have on the daily functioning of children. Lastly, this workshop will provide participants with evidenced-based treatment approaches for treating OCD. At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Be aware of the diagnostic criteria for OCD and have a basic understanding of using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for treating OCDIdentify the different ways in which OCD can present in children and youthIdentify and apply evidence-based parenting strategies for supporting children and youth with OCD in the home, classroom and community settingsSelf-Regulation in Children
The purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with an understanding of self-regulation, how to work with a child who has difficulties self-regulating and guidance on how to help a child develop their self-regulation skills. At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
Identify the building blocks necessary for developing self-regulationUnderstand the parent/caregiver/educator role in supporting the development of self-regulation skills in childrenHave some practical strategies that can be incorporated into home and classroom environments to help children with self-regulationUnderstanding Depression in Youths
Although we tend to associate low mood and other mental health concerns with adults, children and youth can experience mental illnesses like depression. The purpose of this workshop is to challenge misconceptions, help people to recognize the symptoms of depression and to learn strategies for supporting children and youth who experience low mood. At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Identify the causes and types of depressionUnderstand the impact of depressive behaviours, thoughts, and emotionsApply strategies to reduce levels of sadness and to increase feelings of happiness and hopeEngage in supportive conversationUnderstanding and Managing Challenging Behaviour in Children
The purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with a lens in which to view challenging behavior, and how to work with a child presenting with challenging behaviour. At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Understand the function of behaviourUse assessment information in planning interventionsHave some practical strategies for behaviour changeMindfulness for Children and Caregivers
The purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with a lens in which to view challenging behavior, and how to work with a child presenting with challenging behaviour. At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Parenting Tips for Healthy Sleep Habits
Sleep is essential for our children to grow and develop. Yet, many families struggle with getting their children to fall – and stay – asleep. Join us to learn about the importance of sleep, the amount of sleep children need, common sleep problems, when to seek professional help, and strategies to help support healthy sleep habits.
