Big Feelings, Brave Hearts: A Social Skills & Emotional Coping Group for Kids (Ages 5-8)
For kids ages 5–8 who feel things deeply, find themselves getting overwhelmed, or struggle with friendships and confidence — a space to learn calming tools, grow confidence, and practice connecting with others in fun, playful ways.
For kids ages 5–8 who feel things deeply, find themselves getting overwhelmed, or struggle with friendships and confidence — a space to learn calming tools, grow confidence, and practice connecting with others in fun, playful ways.
Have you noticed..
Your child sometimes getting overwhelmed by big feelings?
Your child Frustrations that feel hard for them to manage on their own?
Worries or shyness that make new situations more difficult?
Challenges with sharing, turn-taking, or joining in with peers?
These are common experiences for children — and with the right support, they can learn tools to manage feelings and grow stronger connections.
What is Big Feelings, Brave Hearts?
Big Feelings, Brave Hearts is an 8-week therapeutic group where children can explore emotional coping and social skills in a safe, playful space. Using games, art, movement, and storytelling, kids are given opportunities to:
Notice and name their feelings in ways that feel safe and manageable
Try out calming strategies when emotions start to feel overwhelming
Practice friendship skills like sharing, turn-taking, and cooperation
Build confidence in approaching worries, frustration, or everyday challenges
- Experiment with communication and problem-solving alongside peers
This is a hands-on supportive space where children are encouraged to try, practice, and discover what works for them
Who This Group Supports
This group may be a good fit for children ages 5–8 who:
Experience big reactions to everyday challenges
Feel shy, worried, or hesitant in social settings
Find it tricky to join play, share, or handle conflict
Get frustrated quickly and struggle with regulating their emotions
Would benefit from gentle practice with coping and connection skills
Every child is welcomed just as they are — shy, sensitive, silly, or spirited — and supported to grow brave hearts at their own pace.
📍 Details:
Location: Acorn Counselling Upper James offices
When: Tuesdays, October 7th-November 25th, 2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Contact us: for pricing, more information, and registration details
Hi, I’m Charlene. I love creating spaces where kids feel safe to be themselves — silly, shy, spirited, or anything in between. In group, we use games, stories, and creativity to explore big feelings and celebrate the small wins that lead to brave hearts.
Hi, I’m Charlene. I love creating spaces where kids feel safe to be themselves — silly, shy, spirited, or anything in between. In group, we use games, stories, and creativity to explore big feelings and celebrate the small wins that lead to brave hearts.
Not sure if group will work for you right now?
We continue to offer individual child, youth and parent counselling. Get in touch to discuss what services will best meet your needs.
