I have especially enjoyed the social stories that can be downloaded from Autism Little Learners by Tara Tuchel.
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By screensharing social stories and books through video therapy, children can learn how to cope ahead and problem-solve in a structured, safe environment. Using play and social stories to educate students about COVID-19 and what to expect for school helps children increase their sense of self-mastery and emotion regulation skills. With the constant transitions and changes resulting from COVID-19, individuals understandably feel an increased amount of stress related to the unknowns, especially as students transition back to school.
COVID-19 Education and Social Stories :Ĭhildren and adolescents feel safest when they have structure and clear expectations for their days and weeks. Activities include playful breath work, mindfulness prompts, and games to do with groups or families.Ģ. One of my favorite body-based activities with kids and adolescents is the Mindful Kids card deck, where I ask the person to choose a color in order to pick an activity to do together. Movement Activities:Īfter staring at screens all day, children (and adults!) benefit from using their bodies to regulate by either releasing energy or restoring it through movement and breath. In this post, I’ll provide an overview of five activities I’ve found both accessible and effective when working with children and adolescents: 1.
I have found teletherapy to be especially meaningful and eye-opening when working with children and adolescents, who have both a natural ability to adjust to the screen-time and an increased need for stimulating and engaging activities. As a therapist who works with children, adults, and families, I’v e been able to witness both the benefits and challenges of providing therapy exclusively via video and phone. Over the past year, COVID-19 has impacted every part of our society, including the way we deliver mental health services.
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