GROUP THERAPY
PARENT TALK EMOTION COACHING WORKSHOP
May 9th, 2024 7:30-9:00 pm at West Niagara Psychology Centre
Presented by: Veronique Baril (Psychologist) and Katie Brown (Psychotherapist)
Please contact admin@westniagarapsychology.ca or (905) 563-9900 for more details and for registration
Cost: $55.00
The West Niagara Psychology Centre also offers groups for children, adolescents, and adults for concerns related to anxiety and stress, depression, social skills, anger, attachment, and emotion regulation. Depending on the presenting concern, groups are run based on different perspectives and theories of treatment including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Attachment, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy models. Please contact this office for information regarding costs, future groups, and your interest in attending.
SELF-ESTEEM GROUP FOR TEENS
Many teens experience low self esteem and confidence. Youth who experience ongoing low self esteem are at high risk for anxiety and depression. This group will support the development of self confidence using strategies from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Facilitated By: Dr. Diana Borrelli, Clinical Psychologist (Supervised Practice) and Serena Thompson, Clinician (Supervised by Dr. Michelle Lohnes)
Who: Adolescents 13-16 years old
When: Tuesday’s from 6:00pm-7:30pm - beginning in April - for 8 weeks (dates to be confirmed shortly)
Fees: $750 for 8 sessions
Week 1 - Welcome to the Group & What is Confidence?
Week 2 – Catching Your Critic
Week 3 – What is Important to You?
Week 4 – Being Strong & Letting Go
Week 5 – Being Kind To Ourselves
Week 6 – How To Talk So People Will Listen
Week 7 – Challenging Negative Beliefs
Week 8 – Facing Our Fears & Reaching Our Goals
Please contact the West Niagara Psychology Centre at (905) 563-9900 or admin@westniagarapsychology.ca for intake and pricing/payment information.
Psychological services are covered under most extended health care plans. We are able to bill some plans directly (Greenshield, Great West Life, Secure Claims, Blue Cross).
This group requires a minimum of 6 participants in order to run. Deposit is required for participation. Payment plans are available.
MASTER YOUR STRESS
METHODS TO REDUCE STRESS THROUGH MULTIPLE MODALITIES
WHAT: This group will teach you how to use mindfulness and cognitive therapeutic approaches as self-care practices for stress management. Participation in the group will enhance attention, increase empathy, promote a non-judgemental attitude and enhance your ability to respond to worry and stressful situations.
FACILITATORS: Ms. Tessa Alexander, C. Psych. Assoc. and Ms. Sarah Boyle, Psy.D., Doctoral Intern
WHO: Adults 18+
WHEN: Monday, September 11th, 2023 for 8 weeks from 6:30 pm-8:00 pm. Please see schedule below:
Week 1: Stress & Self- Care: Monday, September 11th, 2023*
Week 2: Self-Compassion: Monday, September 18th, 2023
Week 3: Tolerating Distress and Emotions: Monday, September 25th, 2023
Week 4: Changing the Way we Think: Monday, October 2nd, 2023
BREAK FOR THANKSGIVING - NO CLASS MONDAY OCTOBER 9TH, 2023
Week 5: Letting it Be: Monday, October 16th, 2023*
Week 6: Mindful Relationships: Monday, October 23rd, 2023
Week 7: Communicating Mindfully: Monday, October 30th, 2023
Week 8: Mindful Living: Monday, November 6th, 2023*
*There is an option to stay from 8:00pm-9:00pm on September 11th, October 16th, & November 6th for Hatha Yoga Class led by a Registered Yoga Teacher for a drop in fee of $10 per class or $25 for all three classes. This fee is typically not covered by extended health insurance.
Please contact the West Niagara Psychology Centre at (905) 563-9900 or admin@westniagarapsychology.ca for intake and pricing/payment information.
Cost is $750 ($62.50 per hour)
Psychological services are covered under most extended health care plans. We are able to bill some plans directly (Greenshield, Great West Life, Secure Claims, Blue Cross).
This group requires a minimum of 6 participants in order to run. Participants will be notified if the group is postponed due to lack of enrolment. Deposit is required for participation. Payment plans are available.
SOCIAL SKILLS FOR ADOLESCENTS
LEARNING TO MAKE AND MAINTAIN FRIENDS
WHAT: Many adolescents have difficulty making and keeping friends. Youth who want to have friends, but experience challenges socially are at high risk for anxiety and depression. Following the PEERS (Program for the Evaluation and Enrichment of Relational Skills) program, participation in this group will support the development of social skills; increasing the likelihood for making and maintaining lasting friendships.
FACILITATED BY:
WHO: Adolescents 14-18 years old and their parents
WHEN: Not currently available
Week 1: Welcome to the Group
Week 2: Conversation Skills I
Week 3: Conversation Skills II
Week 4: Conversation Skills III
Week 5: Choosing Appropriate Friends
Week 6: Appropriate Use of Humor
Week 7: Entering a Conversation
Week 8: Exiting a Conversation
Week 9: Get Togethers
Week 10: Good Sportsmanship
Week 11: Rejection I
Week 12: Rejection II
Week 13: Handling Disagreements
Week 14: Rumors and Gossip
Week 15: Graduation
Please contact the West Niagara Psychology Centre at (905) 563-9900 or admin@westniagarapsychology.ca for intake and pricing/payment information.
Total Cost is $1000.
Psychological services are covered under most extended health care plans. We are able to bill some plans directly (Greenshield, Great West Life, Secure Claims, Blue Cross).
This group requires a minimum of 6 participants in order to run. Participants will be notified if the group is postponed due to lack of enrolment. Deposit is required for participation. Payment plans are available.
CHILDREN'S ANXIETY GROUP
WORRY WARRIORS! CRAFTY WAYS TO HELP KIDS COPE WITH ANXIETY
WHO: Children between the ages of 8 and 10 years
WHEN: To be determined - please call the office with your interest in attending
Session 1: What is Anxiety? What are the signs of Anxiety?
Session 2: Relaxation Techniques; Management of Worry
Session 3: Talking Back to Your Worried Thoughts
Session 4: Problem-Solving and Social Skills Training to Better Cope (1)
Session 5: Problem-Solving and Social Skills Training to Better Cope (2)
Session 6: Never Stop Taking Action! How to continue to use our "toolkit"!
Please contact the West Niagara Psychology Centre at (905) 563-9900 or admin@westniagarapsychology.ca for more information.
Cost is $500 ($50 per hour).
Psychological services are covered under most extended health care plans.
Space is limited.
CIRCLE OF SECURITY
( PARENTING SERIES )
PRESENTED BY:
LOCATION: West Niagara Psychology Centre
DATES: To be determined - please call the office with your interest in attending
8-week program
TIMES: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Parents and caregivers of children 0-12 yrs, teachers, early childhood educators, & principals
HOW TO REGISTER: Please call, email, or stop at the front desk for intake or more information.
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security® Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES OF THE TRAINING:
• Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
• Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
• Enhance the development of your child's self esteem
• Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
Please contact the West Niagara Psychology Centre at (905) 563-9900 or admin@westniagarapsychology.ca for more information.
Cost is $600 ($37.50 per hour).
Psychological services are covered under most extended health care plans.
Space is limited.
LEARN TO MANAGE INTENSE EMOTIONS AND COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY IN RELATIONSHIPS
JOIN OUR DISTRESS TOLERANCE GROUP !!!!
PRESENTERS:
WHO: Youth & Young Adults (Ages 14-26)
WHEN: To be determined - please call the office with your interest in attending
Week 1: Responding, Not Reacting to our Emotions (TBD)
Week 2: Healthy Communication Strategies for Relationships (TBD)