Learn the skills and strategies to help you regulate how you feel.
This group program is for Autistic children and teens ages 7 – 17 who want help identifying emotions in themselves and others. Participants will learn strategies to self-regulate their responses and preventative strategies to solve problems in social situations.
Activities include deep breathing and mind and body awareness exercises to help regulate emotions.
Topics covered can include:
- Labeling and recognizing emotions in oneself and others
- Learning to take perspective
- Using calming techniques
- Identifying signs of stress and anxiety in oneself and others
- Practicing problem-solving skills
This group program is overseen by a Registered Behaviour Analyst and is an eligible expense under Core Clinical Services within the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).
Important Note: By registering for this group on MyCommunityHub (MCH), you secure your spot in the free sample session and will be charged later for the cost of the group session. Sample sessions are required for all groups and help us determine the best match for each participant based on the recommended support ratio and if the program curriculum fits their needs.
