I have been growing increasingly concerned with the increased number of children with ADHD and Anxiety in our country today. Our kids have numerous challenges to contend with today…different from what we faced as kids. Their technology driven world, social media, hectic schedules, rigorous academic programs leave them over stimulated and inundated with distractions. We tell kids to ” calm down”, “sit still”, and “focus” but often we don’t teach or show them how.

This summer I have decided to do something different to address this issue. Instead of offering individual sessions, I am offering a group for children and a group for teens to participate in once a week for 9 weeks. The overall theme of the summer groups will be “Learning how to calm down (self-regulate) when feelings get intense”. Specific themes are listed below. I will utilize various modalities including art journaling, yoga, cognitive behavioral techniques, game play, & social skills training. The group format will give children and teens the opportunity to experience these topics within a social setting.

I understand summer schedules may be full with vacation plans, camps, activities. Each group will stand on its own, so it will not be necessary to attend all groups sequentially. Obviously, the more groups they attend will increase the benefit they receive.

• “Good Friendships and Dealing with Bullies”
• “How To Deal With Anger”
• “How To Deal With Disappointment”
• “How To Deal With Scared Feelings”
• “Getting Rid of Bad Thoughts”
• “When To Say No and How To Say No “
• “Finding Joy And Comfort”
• “Claiming Your Uniqueness”
• “Healthy Friendships”
• “Healthy Dating Relationships”
• “Self-Care”
• “Dealing with Family Challenges”
• “Processing Challenging Emotions”
• “When To Say No and How To Say No”
• “Letting Go of Past Hurts – Forgiveness”
• “Your Gift For Others – Bringing Your Best Self To School Year 2018-19 “