More About Groups;

Family therapy, Social groups, Support groups, Parent workshops.

FAMILY THERAPY:

Family therapy is a great way to work on relationship problems. Family issues are rarely the result of one individual. Therefore resolution of a families problems needs to involve the entire family.

When working with dysfunctional family situations our approach is greatly reliant upon a consistent approach. We need to work together to set clear expectations and clear consequences and ways which you, as a parent, are able to follow through every time. Dysfunction is in many cases a direct result of inconsistency in the household.

Parents you are your children s’ role models and even though it may not seem so, they are paying more attention to your behavior than your words. You must be sure to avoid being a hypocrite! None of you likes the boss or anyone else in authority to tell you to do or not do something and then act like they are above the rules they just told you to follow. Think about it. consistency! consistency! Positive reinforcement is much more effective than punishment but also understand that many will have already surpassed being able to re-create a positive reinforcement system in the home and in many cases that is where family therapy can be effective– to help get things back on the right track.

SOCIAL GROUPS:

Social skills groups are helpful in allowing children an opportunity to practice skills with their peers. Social skills groups are different than a traditional play-date or peer-based hangout – they are a supervised therapeutic event where the goal is to help children and adolescents gain skills in social interaction.

Navigating and learning how to be successful in social situations can be a difficult process. Everyone has probably experienced at least one social situation where they either handled it poorly or were not sure what path they should take. For children, the same situation can occur, and for some it occurs often. For those who regularly experience difficulty in social situations, social skills groups can help.

If you are interested in having your child participate in group please inquire to see if their is a group available for their age. If a space is not available they can be placed on a waiting list.

SUPPORT GROUPS:

Currently we are looking for parents who would be interested in a support group for parents coming to grips with having a child with special needs. If you are interested please contact us. Also feel free to make suggestions concerning other groups. (currently this a free monthly service). Join us!

PARENT WORKSHOPS:

Classes are offered on a bi-monthly to quarterly basis depending on
parent participation. Some fees may be applicable depending on topic.

Sample Topics: What is ADHD, Understanding special education, Transition to kindergarten, Potty training 101. My child’s social emotional needs at school. Discipline do’s and don’ts.

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