Written by Mary Ramatici, LCSW and Lindsay Orleans, LCSW
This is the third in our series leading up to our fall workshops. In parts one and two, we shared why we created a space for children and teens to cope, create, connect, and be themselves. As well as why workshops matter so much for kids and teens.
One foundation of our workshops is helping children and teens develop coping skills they can use in everyday life.
We don't want coping skills to feel like a list of things young people are supposed to do when they are upset. Instead, we want them to try different strategies, notice how they feel, and discover what works for them.
Through interactive, experiential activities, participants can explore mindfulness, breathing, movement, sensory strategies, emotional awareness, grounding, and other ways to regulate their bodies and emotions.
Most importantly, we practice these skills while creating a positive experience. We then help children and teens think about when and where they might use these strategies outside of the workshop, at school, at home, with friends, or during those moments when emotions start to feel overwhelming.
Join us. Coping Skills for Teens (ages 12 to 15) meets Sunday, October 25 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at space (Suite C, 3810 Pierce St, Wheat Ridge), and our kids workshop (ages 6 to 10) meets Monday, November 30 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, also at space. Sign up at spacednvr.com.