Counselling in Welland and Niagara
We are very excited to announce the opening of our office in Welland, ON. We will be providing counselling, psychology, and psychotherapy services for residents of the Niagara region, including St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Thorold, Port Colbourn, and Font Hill. Counselling for Niagara region includes counselling for: ADHD Depression Anxiety Problematic Behaviour and more. Contact…
Your Child’s Self-Esteem
Mindfulness and Teens
In-home services
Motivating your child with ADHD
Calm Kids Relaxation Strategies
CALM KIDS: TEACHING CHILDREN TO RELAX & BE CALM By Elizabeth Tirovolas for Family Kinnections Recently I spoke with a mother about how her son had been managing stress lately. “Well”, she said, “having to make time to do relaxation exercises at home is stressing us out!” Many families feel the pressures of today’s hurried,…
Managing Temper Tantrums
[EDIT – We are working on some new blog posts about emotional regulation and additional strategies for managing tantrums. These will include an exploration of “Time In” as well as “Collaborative Problem Solving” – Stay tuned for updated information! There are two kinds of temper tantrums: Manipulative: This temper tantrum generally happens when children…
Improving Structure to Improve Behaviour
Improve your child’s behaviour by improving structure in your home. Structure and consistency are the foundation of positive parenting. Structure provides your child with clear expectations and parameters in which to function. When a child clearly knows what is expected of them, they are more likely to experience success. Some children require more structure than others. …
Have a Crisis Plan
Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, rage, cutting and suicidal urges and actions can all be the devastating effects of overwhelming emotions. If you are an individual who struggles with managing intense emotions, you might benefit from preparing a crisis plan for yourself. A crisis plan prepares you for effectively managing and overcoming the events that trigger…
ADHD Treatment – therapy or medication?
I am often asked about ADHD treatment approaches. I am also often asked for a perspective on medication in the treatment of ADHD. While I am not a physician and do not have the experience or credentials to provide advise about medication, I am a therapist experienced in the treatment of ADHD through therapy. I also…