Be Cool: Coping with Anger (8-10)

Children will learn information on how to cope with their own anger when dealing with common scenarios. They will acquire skills on how to better maintain self-control, learn the basic elements of emotional intelligence and how to manage conflict. Activities will include introducing topics around coping with anger, watching videos that highlight these situations and clearly demonstrating tools for managing them. There will be lots of group discussions and opportunities to practice responding to these scenarios through role playing.

A Behaviour Plan will be created for each participant that will outline their learning goals for the group as well as a progress review to summarize outcomes. Content will be adjusted based on the age range of participants.

*Snacks, Drinks and Transportation will not be provided. Participants will be provided with opportunities to have snacks and drinks during group time for those interested in sending on with their child. Please note, we have a tree nut and peanut free environment.

Who is Eligible for the Group?

This group is currently being offered to children 8-10 years of age, with an ASD diagnosis. Participants must be able to communicate in full sentences and not engage in elopement or aggressive behaviour. Participants must be interested and willing to participate and learn the outlined skills.

Commitment to the Group?

Participants will attend 3 separate 1.25 hour in-person sessions. Weekly challenges are required to be completed at home with caregiver support.

Caregiver handouts will be provided describing the skills learned and tips to practice at home.

Group Dates:

Children Sessions: Tuesdays from October 25 to November 8 from 5:45-7:00 in person at our Kingston centre.

Registration: Please email [email protected]. Intake applications will be distributed to all interested parties at a later date, to help determine eligibility and appropriateness for this group. If this group is not the best fit for you and your teen, you will be contacted further with a rationale, and other possible options.

Cost: $350

Location: Maltby Centre, Suite 100-31 Hyperion Court, Kingston, ON K7K 7G3

Requirements: To access this group, your child/youth requires an ASD diagnosis and must be within the identified age range.

Please note this group is only offered in English.