Sleep Workshop: Parenting Strategies to Promote Healthy Sleep and Address Sleep Challenges
Experts agree that sleep is a fundamental building block for children’s healthy development and psychological well-being . This workshop helps parents understand the science behind sleep, learn practical strategies to nurture and sustain healthy sleep habits in their children/teens, and find evidence-based solutions for sleep-related problems
Details
A 1.5-hour virtual workshop for parents/caregivers
For parents/caregivers of children and youth ages 3 - 16 years
Suitable for parents looking to develop/maintain children’s healthy sleep habits
Also suitable for parents seeking practical strategies to reduce sleep-related challenges
Workshop Content
Scientific information about sleep including: how much sleep children/teens need; causes, correlates and consequences of poor sleep; and how sleep works
An in-depth review of healthy sleep habits shown to significantly improve quantity and quality of sleep for children/adolescents
Specific strategies for common sleep concerns, including bedtime refusal, trouble falling asleep, waking in the night, and nightmares
A brief overview of specific sleep disorders that typically warrant further intervention
When
The Sleep Workshop is offered 2-3 times per year. Families may self-refer. The next workshop is on Wednesday May 15 @ 6pm - 7:30pm and registration is ongoing. To reserve a spot in the workshop, please complete an intake form and specify you are interested in the sleep workshop.
Fees
$195 per family, which includes up to 3 caregivers. This workshop is not appropriate for children, teens, or siblings. A receipt will be provided (in the child’s or parents’ names) and these costs may be covered by extended health plans.
Follow-up Individual Consultation
Families who attend the workshop have the option to book a 50-minute parent follow-up session for individualized support to plan and implement practical sleep solutions (within one month of the workshop). This option is especially recommended for families experiencing sleep challenges. Consults are billed at regular clinic rates for Registered Psychologists.
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