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New Program: Training in Core Social Skills

Posted on October 6, 2018 by Ric GibbonsOctober 6, 2018

Edmonton psychologist Corinne Eckert offers regular Training in Core Social Skills programs throughout the year. To meet demand, the group has added a new program called the 1-1 Social Coaching Program. Based on their Training in Core Social Skills program, children/teens will get the foundational learning of social cognition and, building on this; learning skills related to understanding nonverbal communication (their own and others’); being successful in verbal communication; also handling difficult emotions and social problem-solving.   In this program therapists can:   individualize the sessions to the child’s particular needs bring in more concrete examples from the child’s own environment   have the parents involved in each session, to get updated feedback on the application of skills in the child’s life and also to provide weekly parent coaching tips offer fun social coaching practice at the end of each session with another child and their social coach    It may be an excellent fit for a child for whom regular group programs are not the best fit because:   the groups are full  the start date is missed the child needs a different pace of learning the group program dates/times do not work for the family the child is not emotionally/physically regulated enough yet to learn effectively in a group environment the child needs greater amounts of individualized support For more information please contact Corinne Eckert Child and Adolescent Psychology Phone:  (780) 454-4634 Email:    office@eckertchildpsych.ca     *These psychological services may be reimbursed through extended health insurance program. Appropriate receipts are provided.   This information is provided as a service to the AAGE community. The AAGE does not offer endorsement for ADHD counseling, coaching or support services.

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Posted in ADHD, Education, Event | Tagged ADHD, ADHD Edmonton, Children, Social Skills, Strategies

Institute of Child Psychology Annual Conference

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Ric GibbonsMarch 8, 2018

  The Institute of Child Psychology is proud to present their first annual Children’s Mental Health Conference offered April 21-22 at the University of Alberta. “This conference will include 2 full convening days filled with empowering opportunities to learn, share, network, and be inspired! At this conference parents, caregivers, educators, and mental health professionals will come together to learn about the latest research, innovations, and techniques pertaining to children’s mental health and attachment-based parenting practices. All our workshops will be offered by Registered Psychologists who specialize in Children’s Mental Health and who work locally in the Edmonton Area.”  For more information please see the ICP Conference web page here.   Please note that we post this for your information only. The ADHD Association of Greater Edmonton is not affiliated with the Institute of Child Psychology and cannot endorse either the ICP or its methods. 

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Posted in ADHD, Event | Tagged ADHD, ADHD Edmonton, Children, Conference, Edmonton, parenting, Strategies, University of Alberta

Supporting kids with ADHD at home and in the classroom

Posted on September 16, 2017 by Dave BreakenridgeSeptember 16, 2017

Here’s an upcoming event at the University of Alberta that may be of interest to our community: The Educational Psychology Graduate Student Association at the University of Alberta is hosting “Supporting Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at Home and in the Classroom”, an Ed Talk with Dr. Yuanyuan Jiang. The talk runs at noon on Monday, Sept. 25 in ED N 6-138 Please see the attached poster for more information. Ed Talk Poster Sept. 2017

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Posted in ADHD, Education | Tagged ADHD, Edmonton, University of Alberta

September Adult and Partner Support Group Meetings

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Ric GibbonsSeptember 13, 2017

September can be a tough time of year for everyone. Getting into, or back into a regular routine is challenging at the best of times. Join us for our monthly Adult Support Group to share challenges, offer support and connect. Partners will meet at the same time, in an adjacent location. Wednesday, September 20, 2017 Classroom A, University Hospital Get all the details on our calendar listing (in the menu to the right) or on the Eventbrite listing. It’s not necessary to register, but if you do we’ll know you’re coming 🙂 Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for updates, announcements, and useful resources. @ADHDEdmonton

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Posted in Adult Support Meetings | Tagged ADHD, ADHD Edmonton, ADHDSupport, Adult ADHD Partner Support, AdultADHD, Edmonton, Self-care, Social Skills, Strategies, YEG

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