DBT Skills Group for Teens (Ages 13–18)

A Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills group offers a structured, supportive, and educational environment to help teens develop essential life skills for managing emotions and behaviors effectively.

What Will Teens Learn?

This 6-week group focuses on key DBT skills, including:

• Emotional Regulation: Understand and manage emotions effectively.

• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Build and maintain healthy relationships.

• Mindfulness: Stay present and focused in the moment.

• Distress Tolerance: Cope with challenging situations without feeling overwhelmed.

• Middle Path Skills: Navigate conflicts and differing perspectives, tailored to the youth/family DBT model.

Facilitator

Jennifer Wilson, RN CPMHN (C)
Jennifer brings 35+ years of experience working with adolescents and families in psychiatric settings. Fully trained in DBT, she has practiced this comprehensive therapy for 17 years, helping countless young people develop the skills they need to thrive.

Program Details

• Duration: 6 weeks Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19

• Fee: $570

• Eligibility: An orientation session is required prior to joining.

Interested in Joining?

To see if this group is right for your teen:

• Email: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Spaces are limited—secure your spot today!

Level Up with Dungeons & Dragons Therapy Group for Teens!

Adventure Awaits – Build Confidence, Creativity, and Connection!

Join our 9-week therapeutic Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) group, specially designed for youth aged 12-18. Led by James Das, Registered Psychotherapist, and our experienced Dungeon Master, Scott, this program uses the magic of role-playing to enhance cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.

Group Details

• Who: Youth aged 12–18

• When: Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

  • January 11, 18, 25

  • February 1, 8, 15, 22

  • March 1, 8

• Where: 4562 Colonel Talbot Road

• Cost: $630

Why Dungeons & Dragons?

D&D is more than a game – it’s an immersive experience with proven therapeutic benefits:

Cognitive Benefits:

• Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking through strategic gameplay.

• Fosters creativity and imagination by crafting characters and storylines.

• Improves memory and executive functioning by managing resources and planning actions.

Emotional and Mental Health:

• Builds emotional regulation and empathy through role-playing diverse scenarios.

• Provides stress relief and a safe outlet for self-expression.

• Boosts self-esteem and confidence with each in-game achievement.

Social Benefits:

• Strengthens communication skills through collaborative decision-making.

• Encourages teamwork, collaboration, and healthy conflict resolution.

• Creates opportunities for social interaction, building friendships and community.

Educational Benefits:

• Engages with subjects like history, mythology, and mathematics in a fun context.

• Enhances literacy and critical thinking through immersive storytelling and problem-solving.

Therapeutic Interventions:

• Provides support for youth with anxiety, depression, or ASD by promoting social skills and imaginative play.

• Offers a safe space for trauma recovery and exploring personal challenges.

How to Register

Secure your spot by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com. Include your child’s name and age in the message.

Your Teen’s Journey Begins Here

Embark on a therapeutic adventure that combines fun and growth. Together, we’ll conquer challenges, create unforgettable stories, and unlock potential.

Spaces are limited – register now and let the adventure begin!

Join Marissa Parker, and Virginia Ridley for our parent peer support group for parents of any age child/youth/young adult on the spectrum. This group meet’s monthly on the second Thursday of the month from 6-8 PM.

There is no fee for this group

Please register in advance by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Teen Hangout

Unwind, Create, and Connect in a Supportive Space!

This unique monthly group offers teens a chance to enjoy board and card games, art activities, and conversation, all while being supervised and supported by Marissa Parker, RP.

Group Details

• When: One Wednesday per month, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

• Where: 4562 Colonel Talbot Road

• Cost: $80 per session

• Receipts provided (may be eligible for private insurance or OAP funding)

• Who: Teens aged 15-18

• Flexibility: Register for single sessions as needed

Why Join This Group?

Cognitive Benefits

• Problem-Solving Skills: Games require strategic thinking, boosting cognitive abilities.

• Attention & Focus: Activities help improve concentration and focus.

• Memory Enhancement: Recalling rules and strategies strengthens memory.

Emotional & Mental Health

• Stress Reduction: Relax and unwind through enjoyable group activities.

• Emotional Regulation: Practice managing emotions like frustration and excitement in a safe space.

• Confidence Building: Achieving goals boosts self-esteem.

• Support Network: Build connections and foster understanding in a supportive environment.

Social Benefits

• Communication Skills: Enhance verbal and non-verbal interactions through group play.

• Teamwork & Collaboration: Learn cooperation and collective problem-solving.

• Social Interaction: Create friendships and improve social skills.

• Conflict Resolution: Practice resolving disagreements constructively.

Educational Benefits

• Learning: Explore games that teach history, geography, and math.

• Critical Thinking: Analyze scenarios to develop decision-making skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

• Social Anxiety: A safe space for teens to gain confidence in peer interactions.

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Structured activities to improve social skills and communication.

Open to All Teens

This group welcomes current clients and non-clients alike. Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Take a break, have fun, and grow together in a safe and inclusive environment!

How to Register:
Complete the form below or email hello@innerworkslondon.com with your teen’s name and age to secure their spot.

Youth Games Night - Ages 11-15

Connect, Create, and Play in a Safe, Supportive Space!

Join our monthly therapeutic group, designed for teens who want to unwind, express themselves, and connect with peers through board and card games, art, and conversation. Each session is guided by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW, ensuring a supportive and enjoyable environment for all participants.

Group Details

• Who: Youth  aged 11-15

• When: First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

• Where: 4562 Colonel Talbot Road

• Cost: $80 per session

• Receipts provided (may be eligible for private insurance or OAP funding)

• Flexibility: Register for single sessions as needed

Why Join This Group?

Cognitive Benefits:

• Enhance problem-solving skills and critical thinking through engaging games.

• Improve attention, focus, and memory while having fun.

Emotional and Mental Health:

• Reduce stress with relaxing, enjoyable activities.

• Practice emotional regulation in a supportive setting.

• Build self-esteem and confidence through shared achievements.

• Foster a support network to promote understanding and connection.

Social Benefits:

• Strengthen communication skills by articulating strategies and sharing ideas.

• Learn teamwork, collaboration, and conflict resolution through cooperative play.

• Develop lasting friendships in a safe, welcoming group.

Educational Benefits:

• Discover educational board games that make learning fun and interactive.

• Enhance literacy and analytical skills through game-based challenges.

Therapeutic Interventions:

• A supportive space for teens with social anxiety to practice social skills.

• Tailored activities to support teens with ASD, improving communication and turn-taking.

Who Can Join?

This group is open to current clients and non-clients alike. All sessions are therapeutic and led by a professional therapist.

How to Register

Secure your spot by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com or complete the form below. Please include your teen’s name and age in your email.

Spaces are limited – sign up now to experience the joy of connection, creativity, and growth!

Minecraft Therapy Group for Kids!

Unlock Creativity, Social Skills, and Problem-Solving – Through Play!

Our 4-week Minecraft Therapy Group, designed for children aged 13-18, to harness the power of play for growth and development. Led by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW, this group uses Minecraft’s proven therapeutic benefits to support cognitive, emotional, and social development in a fun, engaging environment.

Group Details

• Who: Youth aged 13-18

• When: Sundays from 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM

• January 5, 12, 19, 26

• Where: 4562 Colonel Talbot Road

• Cost: $580 (Includes a Nintendo Switch Lite and physical copy of Minecraft)

• Bring your own Nintendo Switch and game for discounts:

• $300 discount for bringing a Switch or Switch Lite

• $40 discount for providing Minecraft for Switch

Why Minecraft?

Minecraft, a globally popular sandbox game, is much more than just fun – it’s a powerful therapeutic tool!

Cognitive Benefits:

• Builds problem-solving and critical thinking skills through planning and strategy.

• Fosters creativity and innovation with open-ended gameplay.

Emotional and Mental Health:

• Offers stress relief and a safe outlet for emotional expression.

Social Benefits:

• Encourages teamwork and communication in multiplayer settings.

• Builds a sense of belonging and community.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances executive functioning, spatial awareness, and interactive learning.

Therapeutic Interventions:

• Proven to aid children with autism,

• Helping improve social skills, communication, and reducing anxiety.

How to Register

Email us at hello@innerworkslondon.com with your child’s name and age to secure your spot.

Spaces are limited – act fast to give your child this unique opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive through Minecraft!

Join Us and Watch Your Child Shine!

This is more than a game – it’s a step toward confidence, connection, and creativity.

Complete the form below to sign up!

Minecraft Therapy Group for Kids!

Unlock Creativity, Social Skills, and Problem-Solving – Through Play!

Our 4-week Minecraft Therapy Group, designed for children aged 7-12, to harness the power of play for growth and development. Led by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW, this group uses Minecraft’s proven therapeutic benefits to support cognitive, emotional, and social development in a fun, engaging environment.

Group Details

• Who: Children aged 7–12

• When: Sundays from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

• January 5, 12, 19, 26

• Where: 4562 Colonel Talbot Road

• Cost: $580 (Includes a Nintendo Switch Lite and physical copy of Minecraft)

• Bring your own Nintendo Switch and game for discounts:

• $300 discount for bringing a Switch or Switch Lite

• $40 discount for providing Minecraft for Switch

Why Minecraft?

Minecraft, a globally popular sandbox game, is much more than just fun – it’s a powerful therapeutic tool!

Cognitive Benefits:

• Builds problem-solving and critical thinking skills through planning and strategy.

• Fosters creativity and innovation with open-ended gameplay.

Emotional and Mental Health:

• Offers stress relief and a safe outlet for emotional expression.

Social Benefits:

• Encourages teamwork and communication in multiplayer settings.

• Builds a sense of belonging and community.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances executive functioning, spatial awareness, and interactive learning.

Therapeutic Interventions:

• Proven to aid children with autism,

• Helping improve social skills, communication, and reducing anxiety.

How to Register

Complete the form below or email us at hello@innerworkslondon.com with your child’s name and age to secure your spot.

Spaces are limited – act fast to give your child this unique opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive through Minecraft!

Join Us and Watch Your Child Shine!

This is more than a game – it’s a step toward confidence, connection, and creativity.

Complete the form below to register!

Explore DBT and other services to understand teen emotions & build coping skills.

This virtual workshop for teens 13-18 and their parents runs on Wednesday, December 4th at 7pm-8:30pm

The fee is $20 per family

This workshop is facilitated by Jennifer Wilson, RN CPMHN (C) who has been practicing DBT for 17 years and has worked with adolescents, young people and their families for over thirty-five years in both an inpatient and outpatient psychiatric hospital setting.

To register, please email hello@innerworkslondon.com or call 226-400-4330

This group meets once per month, board and card games, drawing/art, conversation - all supervised and supported by a therapist. Group meets the first Tuesday of the month 6:00-7:30 PM and is supervised by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  Youth can register for single sessions, the fee is $80/ session.

Register by email: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: Many board games require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive abilities.

Attention and Focus: Playing board games demands concentration and focus, which can help improve attention span and cognitive control.

Memory Enhancement: Games that involve recalling information, such as rules or previous moves, can boost memory and recall skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Stress Reduction: Engaging in board games provides a fun and enjoyable activity that can reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Emotional Regulation: Through playing, teens learn to manage emotions such as frustration, excitement, and disappointment in a controlled environment.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully playing and winning games can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Support Network Building: Creating an atmosphere of safety to talk about anything in a safe envionrment and build connections if desired to carry this on outside of group with other teens. This outside of group piece is not facilitated but the group has potential for this to occur.

Creating Understanding: The ability to discuss topics in a peer support manner.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: Board games require players to communicate, share ideas, and articulate strategies, enhancing verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Many board games involve team play, which teaches cooperation, teamwork, and collective problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular participation in a social group provides opportunities for social interaction, helping teens develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Teens learn to handle disagreements and resolve conflicts amicably, promoting healthy social interactions.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: Some board games are educational, teaching subjects like history, geography, and mathematics in an engaging way.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Social Anxiety: Board game groups can be a safe space for teens with social anxiety to practice social skills and build confidence in interacting with peers.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Board games can be used in therapy to improve social skills, communication, and turn-taking for teens with ASD.

All of our groups are therapeutic groups and open to both clients and non clients. Receipts will be provided. Spaces are limited for each group. The group fee may be covered by private insurance benefits as they are psychotherapy groups, and are covered for those who have OAP funding. Registration is required for all groups.

For youth aged 12-18

Saturday, November 30th

The fee for this group is $75

This group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, RSW and Dungeon Master Rob

Register by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a popular tabletop role-playing game (RPG), offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits. These benefits extend across cognitive, emotional, social, and educational domains, making D&D a valuable tool in therapeutic settings.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: D&D involves complex scenarios that require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive flexibility and critical thinking.

Creativity and Imagination: Players create characters and storylines, fostering creativity and imaginative thinking.

Memory and Recall: Keeping track of character details, game rules, and storyline elements can improve memory and recall abilities.

Executive Functioning: Planning actions, managing resources, and making decisions in the game can strengthen executive functioning skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Emotional Regulation: Role-playing different scenarios helps players practice emotional regulation and empathy by experiencing and managing various emotions.

Stress Relief: Engaging in an immersive game can provide an enjoyable escape from daily stressors, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Self-Expression: Creating and playing characters allows for self-expression, helping players explore and express different aspects of their personalities.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully navigating challenges and achieving goals in the game can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: D&D requires players to communicate effectively with each other, enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: The game involves group decision-making and teamwork, promoting collaboration and cooperative problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular gameplay sessions provide opportunities for social interaction, helping players develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Players learn to negotiate and resolve conflicts within the game, promoting healthy conflict resolution skills.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: D&D can involve elements of history, mythology, mathematics, and literature, providing educational content in an engaging context.

Literacy Skills: Reading and writing character backstories, game rules, and in-game notes can improve literacy skills.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making strategic decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Anxiety and Depression: D&D can provide a supportive and engaging environment that helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): The game can be used to improve social skills, communication, and imaginative play for individuals with ASD.

Trauma and PTSD: Role-playing can offer a safe way to explore and process traumatic experiences, aiding in trauma recovery.

Join us for our parent peer support group for parents of youth (15+) and young adults on the spectrum. This group meet’s monthly on the last Wednesday of the month from 630-830 PM to discuss the unique challenges of parenting older kids on the spectrum. We discuss things like DSO, post secondary planning, and independent living.

There is no fee for this group

Please register in advance by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Join Marissa Parker, and Virginia Ridley for our parent peer support group for parents of any age child/youth/young adult on the spectrum. This group meet’s monthly on the second Thursday of the month from 6-8 PM.

There is no fee for this group

Please register in advance by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

This group meets once per month, board and card games, drawing/art, conversation - all supervised and supported by a therapist.

The group meets one Wednesday a month 6:30-8:00 PM and is supervised by Marissa Parker, RP.  

Youth can register for single sessions, the fee is $60/ session.
Register by email: hello@innerworkslondon.com

All of our groups are therapeutic groups and open to both clients and non clients. Receipts will be provided. Spaces are limited for each group. The group fee may be covered by private insurance benefits as they are psychotherapy groups, and are covered for those who have OAP funding. Registration is required for all groups.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: Many board games require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive abilities.

Attention and Focus: Playing board games demands concentration and focus, which can help improve attention span and cognitive control.

Memory Enhancement: Games that involve recalling information, such as rules or previous moves, can boost memory and recall skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Stress Reduction: Engaging in board games provides a fun and enjoyable activity that can reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Emotional Regulation: Through playing, teens learn to manage emotions such as frustration, excitement, and disappointment in a controlled environment.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully playing and winning games can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Support Network Building: Creating an atmosphere of safety to talk about anything in a safe envionrment and build connections if desired to carry this on outside of group with other teens. This outside of group piece is not facilitated but the group has potential for this to occur.

Creating Understanding: The ability to discuss topics in a peer support manner.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: Board games require players to communicate, share ideas, and articulate strategies, enhancing verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Many board games involve team play, which teaches cooperation, teamwork, and collective problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular participation in a social group provides opportunities for social interaction, helping teens develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Teens learn to handle disagreements and resolve conflicts amicably, promoting healthy social interactions.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: Some board games are educational, teaching subjects like history, geography, and mathematics in an engaging way.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Social Anxiety: Board game groups can be a safe space for teens with social anxiety to practice social skills and build confidence in interacting with peers.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Board games can be used in therapy to improve social skills, communication, and turn-taking for teens with ASD.

For children aged 13-18

4 weeks on Sundays 12:15-1:45PM

November 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th

The group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  

Register by emailing: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Minecraft, a popular sandbox video game, has shown significant therapeutic value across various domains.

Cognitive Benefits
Problem-Solving Skills: Minecraft requires players to gather resources, plan, and execute strategies to achieve goals, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Creativity: The game's open-ended nature allows players to build and create structures, fostering creativity and innovation.
Emotional and Mental Health

Stress Relief: Engaging in Minecraft can be a relaxing activity, providing a break from daily stressors and allowing players to unwind.

Emotional Expression: Players can express their emotions and thoughts through their creations, providing a healthy outlet for emotional release.
Social Benefits

Collaboration and Communication: Multiplayer mode encourages teamwork, communication, and social interaction, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with social anxiety or those on the autism spectrum.

Community Building: Joining online communities and participating in group projects fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Educational Benefits

Learning and Education: Minecraft is used in educational settings to teach subjects like mathematics, history, and geography. It promotes engagement and interactive learning.

Executive Functioning: Managing resources, planning, and organizing tasks in Minecraft can improve executive functioning skills.
Therapeutic Interventions

Autism Therapy: Minecraft has been used as a therapeutic tool for children with autism, helping them develop social skills, improve communication, and reduce anxiety.

Spatial awareness: Minecraft helps to improve spatial awareness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Therapists use Minecraft to create scenarios and role-playing exercises to address various psychological issues.

The fee for the group is $520 and includes material to take home (a Nintendo Switch Lite, and physical copy of the game), a discount is available if youth bring a Switch or Switch Lite ($300 discount) and Minecraft for the Switch ($40 discount).

For youth aged 12-18

9 weeks on Saturdays:

Sept 14, 21, 28

October 5, 12, 19, 26

November 2, 9

This group is facilitated by James Das, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying) and Dungeon Master Scott

Register by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a popular tabletop role-playing game (RPG), offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits. These benefits extend across cognitive, emotional, social, and educational domains, making D&D a valuable tool in therapeutic settings.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: D&D involves complex scenarios that require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive flexibility and critical thinking.

Creativity and Imagination: Players create characters and storylines, fostering creativity and imaginative thinking.

Memory and Recall: Keeping track of character details, game rules, and storyline elements can improve memory and recall abilities.

Executive Functioning: Planning actions, managing resources, and making decisions in the game can strengthen executive functioning skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Emotional Regulation: Role-playing different scenarios helps players practice emotional regulation and empathy by experiencing and managing various emotions.

Stress Relief: Engaging in an immersive game can provide an enjoyable escape from daily stressors, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Self-Expression: Creating and playing characters allows for self-expression, helping players explore and express different aspects of their personalities.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully navigating challenges and achieving goals in the game can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: D&D requires players to communicate effectively with each other, enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: The game involves group decision-making and teamwork, promoting collaboration and cooperative problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular gameplay sessions provide opportunities for social interaction, helping players develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Players learn to negotiate and resolve conflicts within the game, promoting healthy conflict resolution skills.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: D&D can involve elements of history, mythology, mathematics, and literature, providing educational content in an engaging context.

Literacy Skills: Reading and writing character backstories, game rules, and in-game notes can improve literacy skills.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making strategic decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Anxiety and Depression: D&D can provide a supportive and engaging environment that helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): The game can be used to improve social skills, communication, and imaginative play for individuals with ASD.

Trauma and PTSD: Role-playing can offer a safe way to explore and process traumatic experiences, aiding in trauma recovery.

This group meets once per month, board and card games, drawing/art, conversation - all supervised and supported by a therapist. Group meets the first Tuesday of the month 6:00-7:30 PM and is supervised by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  Youth can register for single sessions, the fee is $60/ session.

Register by email: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: Many board games require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive abilities.

Attention and Focus: Playing board games demands concentration and focus, which can help improve attention span and cognitive control.

Memory Enhancement: Games that involve recalling information, such as rules or previous moves, can boost memory and recall skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Stress Reduction: Engaging in board games provides a fun and enjoyable activity that can reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Emotional Regulation: Through playing, teens learn to manage emotions such as frustration, excitement, and disappointment in a controlled environment.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully playing and winning games can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Support Network Building: Creating an atmosphere of safety to talk about anything in a safe envionrment and build connections if desired to carry this on outside of group with other teens. This outside of group piece is not facilitated but the group has potential for this to occur.

Creating Understanding: The ability to discuss topics in a peer support manner.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: Board games require players to communicate, share ideas, and articulate strategies, enhancing verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Many board games involve team play, which teaches cooperation, teamwork, and collective problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular participation in a social group provides opportunities for social interaction, helping teens develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Teens learn to handle disagreements and resolve conflicts amicably, promoting healthy social interactions.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: Some board games are educational, teaching subjects like history, geography, and mathematics in an engaging way.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Social Anxiety: Board game groups can be a safe space for teens with social anxiety to practice social skills and build confidence in interacting with peers.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Board games can be used in therapy to improve social skills, communication, and turn-taking for teens with ASD.

All of our groups are therapeutic groups and open to both clients and non clients. Receipts will be provided. Spaces are limited for each group. The group fee may be covered by private insurance benefits as they are psychotherapy groups, and are covered for those who have OAP funding. Registration is required for all groups.

Join us for our parent peer support group for parents of youth (15+) and young adults on the spectrum. This group meet’s monthly on the last Wednesday of the month from 630-830 PM to discuss the unique challenges of parenting older kids on the spectrum. We discuss things like DSO, post secondary planning, and independent living.

There is no fee for this group

Please register in advance by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

For children aged 13-18

3 weeks on Sundays 12:15-1:45PM

October 6th, 20th, and 27th (We will be skipping the 13th for Thanksgiving)

The group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  

Register by emailing: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Minecraft, a popular sandbox video game, has shown significant therapeutic value across various domains.

Cognitive Benefits
Problem-Solving Skills: Minecraft requires players to gather resources, plan, and execute strategies to achieve goals, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Creativity: The game's open-ended nature allows players to build and create structures, fostering creativity and innovation.
Emotional and Mental Health

Stress Relief: Engaging in Minecraft can be a relaxing activity, providing a break from daily stressors and allowing players to unwind.

Emotional Expression: Players can express their emotions and thoughts through their creations, providing a healthy outlet for emotional release.
Social Benefits

Collaboration and Communication: Multiplayer mode encourages teamwork, communication, and social interaction, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with social anxiety or those on the autism spectrum.

Community Building: Joining online communities and participating in group projects fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Educational Benefits

Learning and Education: Minecraft is used in educational settings to teach subjects like mathematics, history, and geography. It promotes engagement and interactive learning.

Executive Functioning: Managing resources, planning, and organizing tasks in Minecraft can improve executive functioning skills.
Therapeutic Interventions

Autism Therapy: Minecraft has been used as a therapeutic tool for children with autism, helping them develop social skills, improve communication, and reduce anxiety.

Spatial awareness: Minecraft helps to improve spatial awareness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Therapists use Minecraft to create scenarios and role-playing exercises to address various psychological issues.

The fee for the group is $520 and includes material to take home (a Nintendo Switch Lite, and physical copy of the game), a discount is available if youth bring a Switch or Switch Lite ($300 discount) and Minecraft for the Switch ($40 discount).

For children aged 7-12

3 weeks on Sundays 10:30 -12:00

October 6th, 20th, 27th (We are skipping the 13th for Thanksgiving)

The group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  

Register by emailing: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Minecraft, a popular sandbox video game, has shown significant therapeutic value across various domains.

Cognitive Benefits
Problem-Solving Skills: Minecraft requires players to gather resources, plan, and execute strategies to achieve goals, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Creativity: The game's open-ended nature allows players to build and create structures, fostering creativity and innovation.
Emotional and Mental Health

Stress Relief: Engaging in Minecraft can be a relaxing activity, providing a break from daily stressors and allowing players to unwind.

Emotional Expression: Players can express their emotions and thoughts through their creations, providing a healthy outlet for emotional release.
Social Benefits

Collaboration and Communication: Multiplayer mode encourages teamwork, communication, and social interaction, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with social anxiety or those on the autism spectrum.

Community Building: Joining online communities and participating in group projects fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Educational Benefits

Learning and Education: Minecraft is used in educational settings to teach subjects like mathematics, history, and geography. It promotes engagement and interactive learning.

Executive Functioning: Managing resources, planning, and organizing tasks in Minecraft can improve executive functioning skills.
Therapeutic Interventions

Autism Therapy: Minecraft has been used as a therapeutic tool for children with autism, helping them develop social skills, improve communication, and reduce anxiety.

Spatial awareness: Minecraft helps to improve spatial awareness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Therapists use Minecraft to create scenarios and role-playing exercises to address various psychological issues.

The fee for the group is $520 and includes material to take home (a Nintendo Switch Lite, and physical copy of the game), a discount is available if youth bring a Switch or Switch Lite ($300 discount) and Minecraft for the Switch ($40 discount).

For youth aged 12-18

9 weeks on Saturdays:

Sept 14, 21, 28

October 5, 12, 19, 26

November 2, 9

This group is facilitated by James Das, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying) and Dungeon Master Scott

Register by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a popular tabletop role-playing game (RPG), offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits. These benefits extend across cognitive, emotional, social, and educational domains, making D&D a valuable tool in therapeutic settings.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: D&D involves complex scenarios that require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive flexibility and critical thinking.

Creativity and Imagination: Players create characters and storylines, fostering creativity and imaginative thinking.

Memory and Recall: Keeping track of character details, game rules, and storyline elements can improve memory and recall abilities.

Executive Functioning: Planning actions, managing resources, and making decisions in the game can strengthen executive functioning skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Emotional Regulation: Role-playing different scenarios helps players practice emotional regulation and empathy by experiencing and managing various emotions.

Stress Relief: Engaging in an immersive game can provide an enjoyable escape from daily stressors, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Self-Expression: Creating and playing characters allows for self-expression, helping players explore and express different aspects of their personalities.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully navigating challenges and achieving goals in the game can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: D&D requires players to communicate effectively with each other, enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: The game involves group decision-making and teamwork, promoting collaboration and cooperative problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular gameplay sessions provide opportunities for social interaction, helping players develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Players learn to negotiate and resolve conflicts within the game, promoting healthy conflict resolution skills.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: D&D can involve elements of history, mythology, mathematics, and literature, providing educational content in an engaging context.

Literacy Skills: Reading and writing character backstories, game rules, and in-game notes can improve literacy skills.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making strategic decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Anxiety and Depression: D&D can provide a supportive and engaging environment that helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): The game can be used to improve social skills, communication, and imaginative play for individuals with ASD.

Trauma and PTSD: Role-playing can offer a safe way to explore and process traumatic experiences, aiding in trauma recovery.

For children aged 7-12

3 weeks on Sundays 10:30 -12:00

October 6th, 20th, 27th (We are skipping Oct 13th for Thanksgiving)

The group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  

Register by emailing: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Minecraft, a popular sandbox video game, has shown significant therapeutic value across various domains.

Cognitive Benefits
Problem-Solving Skills: Minecraft requires players to gather resources, plan, and execute strategies to achieve goals, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Creativity: The game's open-ended nature allows players to build and create structures, fostering creativity and innovation.
Emotional and Mental Health

Stress Relief: Engaging in Minecraft can be a relaxing activity, providing a break from daily stressors and allowing players to unwind.

Emotional Expression: Players can express their emotions and thoughts through their creations, providing a healthy outlet for emotional release.
Social Benefits

Collaboration and Communication: Multiplayer mode encourages teamwork, communication, and social interaction, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with social anxiety or those on the autism spectrum.

Community Building: Joining online communities and participating in group projects fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Educational Benefits

Learning and Education: Minecraft is used in educational settings to teach subjects like mathematics, history, and geography. It promotes engagement and interactive learning.

Executive Functioning: Managing resources, planning, and organizing tasks in Minecraft can improve executive functioning skills.
Therapeutic Interventions

Autism Therapy: Minecraft has been used as a therapeutic tool for children with autism, helping them develop social skills, improve communication, and reduce anxiety.

Spatial awareness: Minecraft helps to improve spatial awareness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Therapists use Minecraft to create scenarios and role-playing exercises to address various psychological issues.

The fee for the group is $520 and includes material to take home (a Nintendo Switch Lite, and physical copy of the game), a discount is available if youth bring a Switch or Switch Lite ($300 discount) and Minecraft for the Switch ($40 discount).

For youth aged 12-18

9 weeks on Saturdays:

Sept 14, 21, 28

October 5, 12, 19, 26

November 2, 9

This group is facilitated by James Das, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying) and Dungeon Master Scott

Register by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a popular tabletop role-playing game (RPG), offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits. These benefits extend across cognitive, emotional, social, and educational domains, making D&D a valuable tool in therapeutic settings.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: D&D involves complex scenarios that require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive flexibility and critical thinking.

Creativity and Imagination: Players create characters and storylines, fostering creativity and imaginative thinking.

Memory and Recall: Keeping track of character details, game rules, and storyline elements can improve memory and recall abilities.

Executive Functioning: Planning actions, managing resources, and making decisions in the game can strengthen executive functioning skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Emotional Regulation: Role-playing different scenarios helps players practice emotional regulation and empathy by experiencing and managing various emotions.

Stress Relief: Engaging in an immersive game can provide an enjoyable escape from daily stressors, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Self-Expression: Creating and playing characters allows for self-expression, helping players explore and express different aspects of their personalities.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully navigating challenges and achieving goals in the game can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: D&D requires players to communicate effectively with each other, enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: The game involves group decision-making and teamwork, promoting collaboration and cooperative problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular gameplay sessions provide opportunities for social interaction, helping players develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Players learn to negotiate and resolve conflicts within the game, promoting healthy conflict resolution skills.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: D&D can involve elements of history, mythology, mathematics, and literature, providing educational content in an engaging context.

Literacy Skills: Reading and writing character backstories, game rules, and in-game notes can improve literacy skills.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making strategic decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Anxiety and Depression: D&D can provide a supportive and engaging environment that helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): The game can be used to improve social skills, communication, and imaginative play for individuals with ASD.

Trauma and PTSD: Role-playing can offer a safe way to explore and process traumatic experiences, aiding in trauma recovery.

This group meets once per month, board and card games, drawing/art, conversation - all supervised and supported by a therapist.

The group meets one Wednesday a month 6:30-8:00 PM and is supervised by Marissa Parker, RP.  

Youth can register for single sessions, the fee is $60/ session.
Register by email: hello@innerworkslondon.com

All of our groups are therapeutic groups and open to both clients and non clients. Receipts will be provided. Spaces are limited for each group. The group fee may be covered by private insurance benefits as they are psychotherapy groups, and are covered for those who have OAP funding. Registration is required for all groups.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: Many board games require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive abilities.

Attention and Focus: Playing board games demands concentration and focus, which can help improve attention span and cognitive control.

Memory Enhancement: Games that involve recalling information, such as rules or previous moves, can boost memory and recall skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Stress Reduction: Engaging in board games provides a fun and enjoyable activity that can reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Emotional Regulation: Through playing, teens learn to manage emotions such as frustration, excitement, and disappointment in a controlled environment.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully playing and winning games can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Support Network Building: Creating an atmosphere of safety to talk about anything in a safe envionrment and build connections if desired to carry this on outside of group with other teens. This outside of group piece is not facilitated but the group has potential for this to occur.

Creating Understanding: The ability to discuss topics in a peer support manner.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: Board games require players to communicate, share ideas, and articulate strategies, enhancing verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Many board games involve team play, which teaches cooperation, teamwork, and collective problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular participation in a social group provides opportunities for social interaction, helping teens develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Teens learn to handle disagreements and resolve conflicts amicably, promoting healthy social interactions.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: Some board games are educational, teaching subjects like history, geography, and mathematics in an engaging way.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Social Anxiety: Board game groups can be a safe space for teens with social anxiety to practice social skills and build confidence in interacting with peers.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Board games can be used in therapy to improve social skills, communication, and turn-taking for teens with ASD.

For youth aged 12-18

9 weeks on Saturdays:

Sept 14, 21, 28

October 5, 12, 19, 26

November 2, 9

This group is facilitated by James Das, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying) and Dungeon Master Scott

Register by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a popular tabletop role-playing game (RPG), offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits. These benefits extend across cognitive, emotional, social, and educational domains, making D&D a valuable tool in therapeutic settings.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: D&D involves complex scenarios that require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive flexibility and critical thinking.

Creativity and Imagination: Players create characters and storylines, fostering creativity and imaginative thinking.

Memory and Recall: Keeping track of character details, game rules, and storyline elements can improve memory and recall abilities.

Executive Functioning: Planning actions, managing resources, and making decisions in the game can strengthen executive functioning skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Emotional Regulation: Role-playing different scenarios helps players practice emotional regulation and empathy by experiencing and managing various emotions.

Stress Relief: Engaging in an immersive game can provide an enjoyable escape from daily stressors, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Self-Expression: Creating and playing characters allows for self-expression, helping players explore and express different aspects of their personalities.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully navigating challenges and achieving goals in the game can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: D&D requires players to communicate effectively with each other, enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: The game involves group decision-making and teamwork, promoting collaboration and cooperative problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular gameplay sessions provide opportunities for social interaction, helping players develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Players learn to negotiate and resolve conflicts within the game, promoting healthy conflict resolution skills.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: D&D can involve elements of history, mythology, mathematics, and literature, providing educational content in an engaging context.

Literacy Skills: Reading and writing character backstories, game rules, and in-game notes can improve literacy skills.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making strategic decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Anxiety and Depression: D&D can provide a supportive and engaging environment that helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): The game can be used to improve social skills, communication, and imaginative play for individuals with ASD.

Trauma and PTSD: Role-playing can offer a safe way to explore and process traumatic experiences, aiding in trauma recovery.

Join Marissa Parker, and Virginia Ridley for our parent peer support group for parents of any age child/youth/young adult on the spectrum. This group meet’s monthly on the second Thursday of the month from 6-8 PM.

There is no fee for this group

Please register in advance by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

For children aged 13-18

3 weeks on Sundays 12:15-1:45PM

October 6th, 20th, and 27th (We will be skipping the 13th for Thanksgiving)

The group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  

Register by emailing: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Minecraft, a popular sandbox video game, has shown significant therapeutic value across various domains.

Cognitive Benefits
Problem-Solving Skills: Minecraft requires players to gather resources, plan, and execute strategies to achieve goals, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Creativity: The game's open-ended nature allows players to build and create structures, fostering creativity and innovation.
Emotional and Mental Health

Stress Relief: Engaging in Minecraft can be a relaxing activity, providing a break from daily stressors and allowing players to unwind.

Emotional Expression: Players can express their emotions and thoughts through their creations, providing a healthy outlet for emotional release.
Social Benefits

Collaboration and Communication: Multiplayer mode encourages teamwork, communication, and social interaction, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with social anxiety or those on the autism spectrum.

Community Building: Joining online communities and participating in group projects fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Educational Benefits

Learning and Education: Minecraft is used in educational settings to teach subjects like mathematics, history, and geography. It promotes engagement and interactive learning.

Executive Functioning: Managing resources, planning, and organizing tasks in Minecraft can improve executive functioning skills.
Therapeutic Interventions

Autism Therapy: Minecraft has been used as a therapeutic tool for children with autism, helping them develop social skills, improve communication, and reduce anxiety.

Spatial awareness: Minecraft helps to improve spatial awareness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Therapists use Minecraft to create scenarios and role-playing exercises to address various psychological issues.

The fee for the group is $520 and includes material to take home (a Nintendo Switch Lite, and physical copy of the game), a discount is available if youth bring a Switch or Switch Lite ($300 discount) and Minecraft for the Switch ($40 discount).

For children aged 7-12

3 weeks on Sundays 10:30 -12:00

October 6th, 20th, 27th (We are skipping Oct 13th for Thanksgiving)

The group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  

Register by emailing: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Minecraft, a popular sandbox video game, has shown significant therapeutic value across various domains.

Cognitive Benefits
Problem-Solving Skills: Minecraft requires players to gather resources, plan, and execute strategies to achieve goals, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Creativity: The game's open-ended nature allows players to build and create structures, fostering creativity and innovation.
Emotional and Mental Health

Stress Relief: Engaging in Minecraft can be a relaxing activity, providing a break from daily stressors and allowing players to unwind.

Emotional Expression: Players can express their emotions and thoughts through their creations, providing a healthy outlet for emotional release.
Social Benefits

Collaboration and Communication: Multiplayer mode encourages teamwork, communication, and social interaction, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with social anxiety or those on the autism spectrum.

Community Building: Joining online communities and participating in group projects fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Educational Benefits

Learning and Education: Minecraft is used in educational settings to teach subjects like mathematics, history, and geography. It promotes engagement and interactive learning.

Executive Functioning: Managing resources, planning, and organizing tasks in Minecraft can improve executive functioning skills.
Therapeutic Interventions

Autism Therapy: Minecraft has been used as a therapeutic tool for children with autism, helping them develop social skills, improve communication, and reduce anxiety.

Spatial awareness: Minecraft helps to improve spatial awareness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Therapists use Minecraft to create scenarios and role-playing exercises to address various psychological issues.

The fee for the group is $520 and includes material to take home (a Nintendo Switch Lite, and physical copy of the game), a discount is available if youth bring a Switch or Switch Lite ($300 discount) and Minecraft for the Switch ($40 discount).

For youth aged 12-18

9 weeks on Saturdays:

Sept 14, 21, 28

October 5, 12, 19, 26

November 2, 9

This group is facilitated by James Das, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying) and Dungeon Master Scott

Register by emailing hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a popular tabletop role-playing game (RPG), offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits. These benefits extend across cognitive, emotional, social, and educational domains, making D&D a valuable tool in therapeutic settings.

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: D&D involves complex scenarios that require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive flexibility and critical thinking.

Creativity and Imagination: Players create characters and storylines, fostering creativity and imaginative thinking.

Memory and Recall: Keeping track of character details, game rules, and storyline elements can improve memory and recall abilities.

Executive Functioning: Planning actions, managing resources, and making decisions in the game can strengthen executive functioning skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Emotional Regulation: Role-playing different scenarios helps players practice emotional regulation and empathy by experiencing and managing various emotions.

Stress Relief: Engaging in an immersive game can provide an enjoyable escape from daily stressors, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Self-Expression: Creating and playing characters allows for self-expression, helping players explore and express different aspects of their personalities.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully navigating challenges and achieving goals in the game can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: D&D requires players to communicate effectively with each other, enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: The game involves group decision-making and teamwork, promoting collaboration and cooperative problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular gameplay sessions provide opportunities for social interaction, helping players develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Players learn to negotiate and resolve conflicts within the game, promoting healthy conflict resolution skills.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: D&D can involve elements of history, mythology, mathematics, and literature, providing educational content in an engaging context.

Literacy Skills: Reading and writing character backstories, game rules, and in-game notes can improve literacy skills.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making strategic decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Anxiety and Depression: D&D can provide a supportive and engaging environment that helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): The game can be used to improve social skills, communication, and imaginative play for individuals with ASD.

Trauma and PTSD: Role-playing can offer a safe way to explore and process traumatic experiences, aiding in trauma recovery.

This group meets once per month, board and card games, drawing/art, conversation - all supervised and supported by a therapist. Group meets the first Tuesday of the month 6:00-7:30 PM and is supervised by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  Youth can register for single sessions, the fee is $60/ session.

Register by email: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Cognitive Benefits

Problem-Solving Skills: Many board games require strategic thinking and problem-solving, enhancing cognitive abilities.

Attention and Focus: Playing board games demands concentration and focus, which can help improve attention span and cognitive control.

Memory Enhancement: Games that involve recalling information, such as rules or previous moves, can boost memory and recall skills.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

Stress Reduction: Engaging in board games provides a fun and enjoyable activity that can reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Emotional Regulation: Through playing, teens learn to manage emotions such as frustration, excitement, and disappointment in a controlled environment.

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully playing and winning games can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Support Network Building: Creating an atmosphere of safety to talk about anything in a safe envionrment and build connections if desired to carry this on outside of group with other teens. This outside of group piece is not facilitated but the group has potential for this to occur.

Creating Understanding: The ability to discuss topics in a peer support manner.

Social Benefits

Communication Skills: Board games require players to communicate, share ideas, and articulate strategies, enhancing verbal communication skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Many board games involve team play, which teaches cooperation, teamwork, and collective problem-solving.

Social Interaction: Regular participation in a social group provides opportunities for social interaction, helping teens develop social skills and form friendships.

Conflict Resolution: Teens learn to handle disagreements and resolve conflicts amicably, promoting healthy social interactions.

Educational Benefits

Learning and Knowledge: Some board games are educational, teaching subjects like history, geography, and mathematics in an engaging way.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing game scenarios and making decisions enhances critical thinking and analytical skills.

Therapeutic Interventions

Social Anxiety: Board game groups can be a safe space for teens with social anxiety to practice social skills and build confidence in interacting with peers.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Board games can be used in therapy to improve social skills, communication, and turn-taking for teens with ASD.

All of our groups are therapeutic groups and open to both clients and non clients. Receipts will be provided. Spaces are limited for each group. The group fee may be covered by private insurance benefits as they are psychotherapy groups, and are covered for those who have OAP funding. Registration is required for all groups.

For youth aged 16-18

4 weeks on Sundays 2:30-4:00 PM
Sept 8, 15, 22, 29

The group is facilitated by Rebecca D’Agostin, BSW.  

Register by emailing: hello@innerworkslondon.com

Please include your child’s name and age.

Minecraft, a popular sandbox video game, has shown significant therapeutic value across various domains.

Cognitive Benefits
Problem-Solving Skills: Minecraft requires players to gather resources, plan, and execute strategies to achieve goals, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Creativity: The game's open-ended nature allows players to build and create structures, fostering creativity and innovation.
Emotional and Mental Health

Stress Relief: Engaging in Minecraft can be a relaxing activity, providing a break from daily stressors and allowing players to unwind.

Emotional Expression: Players can express their emotions and thoughts through their creations, providing a healthy outlet for emotional release.
Social Benefits

Collaboration and Communication: Multiplayer mode encourages teamwork, communication, and social interaction, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with social anxiety or those on the autism spectrum.

Community Building: Joining online communities and participating in group projects fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Educational Benefits

Learning and Education: Minecraft is used in educational settings to teach subjects like mathematics, history, and geography. It promotes engagement and interactive learning.

Executive Functioning: Managing resources, planning, and organizing tasks in Minecraft can improve executive functioning skills.
Therapeutic Interventions

Autism Therapy: Minecraft has been used as a therapeutic tool for children with autism, helping them develop social skills, improve communication, and reduce anxiety.

Spatial awareness: Minecraft helps to improve spatial awareness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Therapists use Minecraft to create scenarios and role-playing exercises to address various psychological issues.

The fee for the group is $580 and includes material to take home (a Nintendo Switch Lite, and physical copy of the game), a discount is available if youth bring a Switch or Switch Lite ($300 discount) and Minecraft for the Switch ($40 discount).