SPOT Study Hall now offers a place where teens can get tailored help and support them through the stresses of school. Study Hall is especially designed for teens struggling to cope with the demands of online learning, who may have learning difficulties and/or anxiety. Study Hall will take place with a certified tutor (supervised by… Read more
A group for adolescents who are are working on positive self-talk and looking for others who are dealing with dissociative feelings, depression, and/or anxiety. This support group will help like-minded teens address shared feelings of distress and disassociation and build coping skills and a community of resilience and acceptance. Details: Where? Online. The link will… Read more
Being gifted comes with its own set of challenges. Often children feel isolated and misunderstood. Gifted children may have trouble navigating their expectations (perfectionism and procrastination), especially if there is an asynchronicity in skills (high IQ but difficulties with EQ). This group focuses on self-esteem, social skills, conflict resolution and leadership with like-minded children. The… Read more
Peer support group for children and teens living as LGBT and Allies – lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, asexual, questioning and allies. Many LGBTQIA individuals experience negative mental health issues due to the prejudice and other biases they face. Research suggests that queer people are at higher risk for depression, anxiety, and addiction or substance… Read more
Verbal language and nonverbal language skills go hand in hand when we ‘read’ a social situation and decide to initiate, engage/respond or withdraw from it. Interactions and discussions with other adolescents through board games and conversations about a wide range of topics and experiences are our platform to practise these skills. Areas of Focus include:… Read more