Big emotions can feel overwhelming, for children and for the people caring for them.

The S.T.E.A.D.Y.™ Program is  a supportive, play-based group where children explore their emotions through stories, build practical tools to manage big feelings, and develop awareness of their inner world. Through guided activities, connection, and discovery, children learn how to express themselves, regulate emotions, and feel more confident — with the message that they’ve got this. 

This group may be a good fit if your child:

• experiences big feelings that are hard to manage

• has meltdowns, shuts down, or becomes overwhelmed

• struggles to express emotions in words

• would benefit from learning alongside peers

• can participate in a small group setting with support

This group may not be the best fit if your child:

• is currently in active crisis

• requires intensive one-to-one therapeutic support

• is unable to participate safely in a group environment at this time

If you're unsure, we’re happy to guide you toward the most appropriate support.

All children are screened to ensure the group is a safe and appropriate fit.

Through guided play, connection, and gentle support, children will begin to understand their emotions and build practical tools they can use in everyday situations.

In this group, your child will learn:

• how to identify and understand their emotions
• calming and coping strategies for overwhelming moments
• how to express their needs and feelings with more confidence
• ways to navigate frustration, transitions, and big reactions
• social awareness and connection with peers
• how to feel more steady, safe, and in control

Children leave feeling more confident, better understood, and more equipped to manage their emotions at home and at school.

If you think this group may be a fit for your child, we invite you to book a free consultation. We’ll take time to understand your child’s needs and complete a brief screening to ensure this group is the right support at this time. 

While your child learns to understand and manage their emotions in the S.T.E.A.D.Y.™ group, you can also gain tools to support them at home through our R.E.A.L.™ Parenting group. Together, this creates more connection, confidence, and consistency in everyday moments.