3 week course
PARENTING COURSE
Parenting a Neuro-Diverse Child
3 week course starting January 12th, 2023 (Online)
Thursdays @ 7pm: January 12th, 19th, & 26th Led by Therapist: Nicole Callander, RSSW
Thursdays @ 7pm: January 12th, 19th, & 26th
Nicole Callander, Therapist, Mom and Founder of Friends 4 Kindness will present with a personal and professional lens on the topics of advocacy, caregiver self-care/circle of supports and how to prepare for transitioning into school and navigating the transition into adulthood.
Human Strong is a Bayridge Circle of Care Company
Parenting Series: Living with a Neuro-Diverse Child
How this workshop can help?
In the "Living with a Neuro-Diverse Child" course we will discuss :
- Advocating: Becoming an effective Advocate
- The importance of Support Circles and Self Care for Caregivers
- Transitions: Transition into school and planning for after High School
Course Contents
Week 1- Effective Advocating
In Week 1, we will discuss effective advocating. What is an advocate? How to become an Effective Advocate? The importance of having your child's voice heard- Why Self Advocacy is important.
Week 2- Circle of Supports and Caregiver Self-Care.
In Week 2, we will discuss the importance of creating a circle of support and caregiver self- care. What are the signs of Burnout and Caregiver stress? How do we take care of ourselves when we spend all our time taking care of our child's needs?
Week 3- Transitions into School and After High School
In Week 3, we will discuss how to manage transitioning into school and preparing for after high school. What are my options? Where do I start and when do I start planning? How do I make transitions easier?
Interested in Joining Other Workshops?
Check Out the Monthly Workshop Schedule.
Online workshops are open to all Human Strong users. Although the workshops can have limited seating, you're welcome to join as many workshops as you like. We value the community and encourage you to share this workshop with friend & family.
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Meet the Workshop's Therapist:
Nicole Callander, RSSW, Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Focus: Anxiety, Anger Management, Adults, Adolescents, Youth Issues, Self-esteem, Teen-Parent Relationships, Mental Health Issues, Problematic Behaviour
"I am registered therapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I have specialized training in Anxiety, Anger Management, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Individuals with Special Needs and Adolescents.
My biggest passion is empowering individuals to find the resources they need to become the best version of themselves.
I am experienced in helping individuals of all ages overcome issues such as anxiety, depression, work and stress management. I am the mother of four children. Two of my children have special needs (my daughter has a severe genetic disability, and my son has ADHD, Executive Functioning issues and severe learning disabilities).
It’s a rewarding and privileged experience to walk along the path of self-empowerment with my clients. I would be honoured to take the journey with you."