
Sensory Regulation
Sensory Regulation: A Key to Emotional Balance Life is full of sensory experiences. Some feel great, like the warmth of a cozy blanket. Others can
Sensory Regulation: A Key to Emotional Balance Life is full of sensory experiences. Some feel great, like the warmth of a cozy blanket. Others can
Understanding OCD in Children and Teens: How Symptoms Change with Age Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can affect individuals of all ages, but its presentation often shifts
What is ARFID? ARFID stands for “avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder” and is classified as a fairly new eating disorder in the DSM-5. When most of
Navigating Friendships for Kids with ADHD: A Guide for Parents Many teens with ADHD experience ups and downs in friendships. While neurodivergent teens often encounter
OCD in Children, Youth, and Families Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is something that many people struggle with, from children and adolescents to older adults. It is
Unlocking Healing Through Play: Understanding the Magic of Play Therapy for Kids Are you considering therapy or counselling for your child? When they face challenges or
Empowering Parents: A Guide to Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) Treatment Is your child’s anxiety affecting how your family functions? How YOU as
Developing Emotion Regulation: Understanding Mental Health in Children Overall well-being is dependent upon good mental health which starts in the early years. The most formative
How to help your child with their BIG EMOTIONS and UNHELPFUL BEHAVIOURS After helping many parents work with their children to successfully regulate their child’s
3 Key Takeaways from SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) At a recent training session focused on parenting anxious children and youth, one of
By Registering for this program, FREE Fall Transitions Parent Workshop, you hereby:
1. Acknowledge, understand, and agree that Acorn Counselling cannot ensure complete security and confidentiality throughout this virtual program. You agree to comply with the Group Rules designed to mitigate any breaches of confidentiality, and in the case of such a breach, you agree not to hold Acorn Counselling liable.
2. Acknowledge, agree and represent that, considering this program is being facilitated through online and virtual means, Acorn Counselling and all program facilitators are unable to supervise or be responsible for you by any means.
3. You understand, agree, and represent that safety (including that of any child or teen participating in our programming) is your sole responsibility.
4. You, the parent and caregiver of the child and teenage participants, and all participants themselves, will hold harmless and indemnify Acorn Counselling against any and all claims and actions arising out of the participation of the participant in the Free Mental Health Workshop program, including, without limitations, expenses, judgements, fines, settlements and other amounts actually and reasonably incurred in connection with any liability, suit, action, loss, or damage arising or resulting from the participants participation in the Free virtual workshop activities.
This workshop is facilitated by a Infant and Family Mental Health Counsellor and Clinical Intern. This group is not a psychotherapy and these free groups or workshops are not a replacement or substitute for psychotherapy. Should you need additional services, including mental health assessment and treatment, you may access these services in the following places:
• Family Doctor
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through employer, if eligible
• Free Child & Youth Mental Health Services (Previously Walk-in Services through City of Hamilton)
• Private Therapy (You can either contact us to schedule an appointment, or explore Psychology Today for listings of other therapists in the area).