Danielle was 8 years-old when her anxiety first showed up. Before that she had no problems going to school or being away from her mother, Lisa. But all of a sudden it became a struggle to get her out the door in the morning. First Lisa had to drive Danielle to school, since Danielle made such a fuss about walking …
4 Puzzles to Get to Know Your Clients
Here is an activity that will help you build rapport, get to know a new client, and assist you in your initial assessment of the child. These puzzles could be useful with kids with any presenting problem. Each of the puzzles features a colourful picture on the front, along with an affirmation statement (e.g., I am strong), which can launch …
Once Upon a Time: How Storytelling Can Help Children in Therapy
I love stories. A good story, whether in a movie, a novel, a picture book, or the words of a friend is one of my favourite things. Stories are fun. They teach us about the world and about ourselves. They evoke emotion. They inspire us and empower us. Stories do all these things and more when used in a therapeutic …
Build Emotional Awareness and Expression Using This Printable Game
Today I’m uploading a variation on the game of checkers. This version of the game features a board with a number of different feeling faces (like those found on a standard feelings chart) on the playing squares: happy, sad, angry, afraid, disgusted, surprised, loved, confused and joyful. Simply print off the gameboard, grab some movers, and get started.Set the game …
Introducing Agent Pensby: A New Tool to Teach Kids About Anxiety
We thrilled to introduce a new therapeutic resource for children with anxiety: Agent Pensby and the Golden Fish: A Tale About Anxiety. Agent Pensby works as a zoo penguin, that is when is not being called away for his real job as a super-spy, hired by the Queen of England to protect the world. In his first adventure, Agent Pensby is …