For children and adolescents who may cope well within the academic environment, but otherwise become stressed and uncomfortable in social situations. Some of the more common skills taught include:

 

 

 

Individual sessions are vital in laying the groundwork. By working one to one with a therapist, individuals are able to develop their skills with a positive and supportive role model. Individuals commence with a six week program consisting of a weekly one on one private session with home activities. Progress feedback is provided.

 

 

Following completion of private sessions, individuals are prepared to apply their skills in a small group setting. Regular attendance at group sessions provides an opportunity for students to apply the new skills and build relationships.

 

 

For children and adolescents who have heightened anxiety about separation from parents, social situations, specific phobias or fear of change such as starting school.

 

The program is based on the principles of cognitive behaviour therapy and focuses on identifying and changing children’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in relation to their anxiety. This is achieved by increasing children’s awareness and teaching coping strategies.

 

 

To assist children to work through their anger issues and manage confrontation instead of acting out their anger. 

 

Skills are taught in a positive and relaxed environment that aim to support and enhance cognitive and social engagement. We use visuals and session notes, role play and rehearsal, snacks and skills based games. 

 

 

Disruptive and antisocial behaviour is not unusual in childhood development however, if this behaviour continues frequently then a child’s academic, emotional and social development may be at risk. Core Therapy Psychology Service provides Behaviour Management Support for parents of children with problematic behaviours. Counselling aims to strengthen parents’ skills in boundary setting, and to foster positive self-esteem in their children. The main principles of this approach are to support parents to develop a more positive discipline style, and to promote positive parent-child interactions and relationships. Sessions cover a range of topics including rewards and praise-giving, family rules and consequences, managing sibling conflict and strong emotions, communication styles, coping skills and the program is tailored to address the needs of the child and the family.

 

 

Our Psychologist can come to your child's school and discuss with teaching staff your child's issues and offer suggestions and programs that will assist your child to achieve maximum results in the classroom.

 

 

 

 

Research has shown that for children with difficulties in social skills, regular attendance in social skills interventions helps to improve their social functioning. In order to assist our clients with these needs we have established group based social skills training groups.