How do I know if I
need professional help?
Feeling emotionally distant or resentful toward your child may signal underlying attachment issues that could benefit from treatment. These emotions can strain your relationship and affect both your well-being and your child's development.
Oppositional defiance often stems from a mix of temperament and parenting, with parenting being the more modifiable factor. Highly sensitive children may also display opposition or defiance, making them wonderful but challenging to parent. We can help develop strategies that benefit everyone involved.
Persistent conflict with the other parent over child-rearing decisions or parenting styles can create a stressful environment for everyone involved. Seeking treatment can help improve communication, enhance co-parenting strategies, and provide a more stable, supportive environment for your child.
If you are in danger, call 911 now.
Emergency services are available to provide the support and protection you need. Your well-being is paramount, and taking this step can save your life.
We provide tailored support to improve parent-child dynamics, enhance communication, and create a more harmonious, stable family environment.
Unlike LENS sessions, EEGR neurofeedback sessions require conscious effort and attention to stimuli by the client. Sessions last between 30-45 minutes each.
On the other hand, LENS does not require any focused attention, and the person does not need to do anything specific during the session. This makes LENS an excellent option for all individuals, including those who are unable to attend for lengthy periods of time and/or who are unable to understand instructions.
We follow the recommended fees set forth by the Psychologists' Association of Alberta.
LENS sessions are typically 30 minutes and are a flat fee of $150
EEGR sessions are typically 30 minutes and are a flat fee of $150
Billing may also occur in 10 minute increments for services done outside the therapy hour such as phone calls, writing letters, etc., letters and will be charged based on the hourly rate of the therapist for the service rendered. Sessions are billed based on the actual time, not the estimated time.
ADHD is primarily a disorder of emotional dysregulation and motivation, affecting the brain’s ability to slow down emotional processing and access effective regulation strategies. Parenting children with ADHD can be challenging, as these children often seem to be in a constant state of high arousal, as if their bodies are “on fire.” A significant issue is that children with ADHD are often highly sensitive, particularly when interpreting parental discipline as criticism. This sensitivity can contribute to lower self-esteem as they grow older.
Recognizing that your child is highly sensitive and understanding that coddling them isn’t the solution is crucial. Harsh disciplinary practices often prove ineffective, so it’s important for parents to re-evaluate their own beliefs and approaches to parenting. The key to effectively parenting these special, remarkable children lies in setting firm boundaries, engaging with empathy, and minimizing power struggles.
Stop engaging in power struggles. Oppositional children, often driven by a complex set of factors, may be drawn to conflict without concern for winning or losing. It’s essential to establish firm boundaries, implement natural consequences for behavior, and avoid the constant tug-of-war that escalates conflict and disrupts the family dynamic. By doing so, you can reduce tension in the home and create a more peaceful environment.
One of the first steps often overlooked in parenting a child with autism is the grieving process. Autism can alter the expectations you had for your child and your parenting journey. Acknowledging and working through this natural grief allows you to become more open to the unique and rewarding experience of raising a child with autism. While the journey is filled with challenges, it is also a deeply enriching adventure that offers its own rewards.
While it’s a myth that all children are negatively affected by divorce, it’s true that divorce impacts every child, whether positively or negatively. It’s important to recognize that while the marriage or relationship may end, the parenting relationship continues. Adjusting to this new co-parenting dynamic can be extremely challenging and may bring about many complexities. Psychologists with expertise in co-parenting can help navigate these challenges, minimizing potential harm to the children and fostering a more fulfilling co-parenting relationship that serves the best interests of your unique child.
