Healing Roots Therapy
Thrive Together—
An ADHD Program In Mississauga
Thrive Together is a 12-week ADHD support program for parents and children aged 7-11. Explore effective strategies to support emotional regulation and strengthen family connections.
Thrive Together—An ADHD program can help you:
Understand Your Child’s ADHD On A Deeper Level
Develop Effective Strategies To Manage Challenges
Improve Your Child’s Social, Emotional, And Organizational Skills
Parenting a child with ADHD can feel overwhelming
Every day, you face the challenges that come along with it. Managing your child’s intense emotions, behaviours, and challenges in school, all while navigating social situations and supporting your child’s friendships can leave you feeling exhausted and isolated. You love your child deeply, but sometimes it feels like no one else truly understands the unique challenges—and rewards—of your journey. No family should have to navigate ADHD on their own.
Get the understanding, compassion, and practical support you and your child deserve.
Thrive Together | ADHD Program In Mississauga
Introducing Thrive Together: A 12-Week Program For Kids With ADHD & Their Parents
Thrive Together is a comprehensive program designed for families with children aged 7-11 who have been diagnosed with or are experiencing symptoms of ADHD. If you’re a busy parent juggling work, home, and raising a child, you might feel overwhelmed by behaviours like impulsivity, trouble focusing, or emotional outbursts. You’re not alone, and Thrive Together is here to help.
The program is tailored for families looking to enhance their understanding of ADHD, develop effective strategies to manage challenges and improve their child’s emotional, social, and organizational skills.
We offer easy-to-use tools and strategies to help your child succeed both at home and in school. Even if you’re already working with teachers or other professionals, Thrive Together provides the extra support your family needs.
We know you care deeply about your child’s well-being and want to help build their confidence, emotional growth, and family harmony.
Join Thrive Together and connect with a caring community dedicated to making a positive difference for your child and your family.
Thrive Together | ADHD Program In Mississauga
Thrive Together can help you cope with and learn to manage:
- Difficulty managing impulsive behaviors
- Struggles with focus and attention
- Emotional outbursts
- Social challenges
- Homework battles
- Overwhelming household stress
- Parent burnout
- Difficulty with routines and organization
- Frustration with miscommunication
- Low self-esteem in the child
- Inconsistent discipline
- Limited emotional regulation skills
Empower yourself with tools to make life easier and more fulfilling for both you and your child.
Thrive Together | ADHD Program In Mississauga
Tools and Strategies Used In Thrive Together—An ADHD Program
CBT techniques can help children and parents recognize and challenge unhelpful thought patterns related to ADHD. By exploring how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are linked, families can learn practical skills to cope with negative self-talk, manage frustration, and stay motivated. Over the 12 weeks, CBT exercises may include setting small, achievable goals and using positive reinforcement to encourage lasting behavioural change.
Behavioural Therapy focuses on creating structured routines and clear expectations to guide children’s behaviour. We’ll work with both parents and kids to develop effective reward systems, consistent consequences, and step-by-step plans for managing impulsivity and emotional outbursts. These strategies aim to reduce conflict at home and in school, making daily life more predictable and supportive.
Many children with ADHD struggle with peer relationships and communication. Social Skills Training sessions can help children practice turn-taking, active listening, reading social cues, and problem-solving in a group setting. Role-plays and interactive games will encourage confidence-building and provide real-life examples of positive interactions, enabling kids to make stronger connections with others.
Mindfulness techniques can teach children (and parents) to become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. Simple breathing exercises, guided imagery, and relaxation practices can help calm the mind and improve focus. Throughout the program, these tools can be integrated into weekly activities, promoting self-regulation and reducing stress for both children and parents.
Collaborative Problem Solving emphasizes working together—child and parent—to identify challenges, brainstorm solutions, and implement them in a mutually respectful way. Rather than top-down discipline, the focus is on understanding the child’s perspective and building skills like flexibility, frustration tolerance, and emotional regulation. By practicing this approach, families can create a more positive home environment that encourages open dialogue and shared decision-making.
ADHD Support In Mississauga
What’s Included In Thrive Together—An ADHD Program
Our ADHD program works by providing tailored support for both children and their parents through a structured 12-week framework:
Initial Assessment with the SNAP Questionnaire
We begin by gathering detailed information about the child’s experiences and challenges with ADHD through the SNAP Questionnaire (not a diagnosis tool), discussions, and observations. This helps us understand each family’s unique needs and tailor the program accordingly.
Child Sessions
Children participate in weekly one-hour sessions focused on learning and practicing skills for emotional regulation, organization, social interactions, and building self-esteem through engaging, hands-on activities.
Parent Sessions
Parents attend separate weekly 30-min sessions where they gain effective strategies to support their child, improve family dynamics, and better navigate ADHD-related challenges.
Family Collaboration
Regular family meetings are integrated into the program to align goals, share progress, and address any challenges collaboratively.
Ongoing Practice with Homework and Worksheets
Both children and parents receive assignments and handouts after each ADHD program session to practice the skills they’ve learned. With the help of their parent, children may complete fun and engaging tasks such as emotion identification charts, behaviour observation logs, or organizational activities while parents work on behaviour management strategies, reflective exercises, or collaborative problem-solving techniques.
Progress Check-Ins
Weekly discussions track progress and adjust the focus as needed to ensure the family’s goals are being met effectively.
Integration and Review
In the final weeks, we consolidate all the skills learned, celebrate progress, and create a roadmap for continued success beyond the program.
Thrive Together | ADHD Program In Mississauga
What Does the ADHD Program Package Include?
Intake and Assessment
- A comprehensive SNAP Questionnaire to understand your child’s experiences with ADHD and tailor the program to their needs.
Weekly Counselling and Support
- 12 one-hour child sessions: Focused on emotional regulation, social skills, organization, and self-esteem.
- 12 30 min parent sessions:Equipping parents with strategies to support their child and manage ADHD-related challenges. (Total of 1.5 hours a week for both child and parent support).
Program Structure
- In-session exercises and family meetings to reinforce skills.
- Weekly check-ins to track progress, discuss challenges and celebrate successes.
Worksheets and Tools
- Behaviour Observation Log:Helps parents track behaviour patterns and triggers.
- Emotion Chart: A daily tool for children to identify and express their emotions.
- Progress Reflection Worksheet and Goal-Setting Templates to monitor and achieve milestones.
Therapeutic Modalities
- Techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Therapy, Social Skills Training, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, and Collaborative Problem Solving.
Educational Resources
- Printed materials, notebooks, and art supplies for in-session activities. Access to resources like ADHD-focused books, parent support groups, and online forums.
Incentive Program
- Sticker Reward System: Children earn stickers for participation and completing assignments, which can be traded for small rewards to encourage engagement.
Community Resources
- Recommendations for local and virtual ADHD support groups for parents.
About Us
Why Healing Roots Therapy?
Safe
A place where clients can share their most challenging experiences, feelings and thoughts in order to heal.
Open
The ability to make decisions that are best for emotional and mental well-being come from the trust created within a relationship built on transparency.
Curious
When we replace judgment with curiosity we provide space for understanding. When we can understand what we are feeling, thinking or experiencing we empower ourselves to make the changes we want in our life.
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Our Approach
How Thrive Together—
An ADHD Program Works
Thrive Together runs for 12 weeks and includes two one-hour sessions each week—one for kids and one for parents. In total, that’s just two hours per week of your time: one focused on helping your child build essential skills and another dedicated to giving you tools to support them. By the end of the program, we aim for real, noticeable improvements in emotional regulation, social skills, organization, and overall family harmony.
Book An Initial Consultation
Click here to schedule a free introductory consultation. During this call, we will discuss your child’s needs, answer any questions about the program, and ensure it’s the right fit for your family.
Schedule Your Sessions
Once enrolled, we will assist you in booking weekly one-hour sessions for both your child and yourself to begin the program.
Receive Your Welcome Package
After scheduling, you will receive a detailed welcome package outlining the program structure, materials, and additional resources to help you prepare.
Complete Intake And Consent Forms
All members participating in the program are required to fill out intake and consent forms before the initial session to ensure we have the necessary information to begin.
Complete the SNAP Questionnaire
The SNAP Questionnaire must also be completed before the initial session. This provides valuable insights into your child’s experiences with ADHD and helps tailor the program to meet your family’s needs.
What You Can Expect From The ADHD Program
Over our 12 weeks together, you may notice improvements such as:
- Fewer meltdowns and better emotional control
- Sticking to tasks and keeping things organized becomes easier
- Feeling more comfortable with friends and navigating social situations
- Watching your child’s confidence grow day by day
- Communication at home flows more smoothly, with fewer arguments
- Less chaos and stress in your daily routines
- A calmer, more cooperative family environment
- Ongoing resources and support even after the program ends
- A clear plan that you can follow to keep making progress
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Questions About Thrive Together—
An ADHD Program In Mississauga
This program is specifically designed for parents and their children who have been diagnosed with ADHD. It combines evidence-based techniques, family collaboration, and structured tools to help support ADHD challenges from all angles. Sessions are split between children and parents, so both receive targeted support and strategies.
ADHD can persist throughout life. This program works towards helping children and parents with practical skills, strategies, and confidence to manage symptoms effectively. The goal is to help reduce challenges, build resilience, and help your family thrive in daily life.
Parents participate in separate weekly sessions focused on learning tools and strategies to support their child. We also host family meetings and collaborative activities to align goals between parents and children, ensuring everyone works together to manage ADHD.
Our program is designed to be engaging and child-friendly, using creative activities and hands-on tools. If challenges arise, the therapist will work with parents and children to adapt the approach to meet your child’s needs and interests, making sure they feel supported and encouraged throughout.
We provide receipts for insurance reimbursement. Coverage varies based on your insurance provider and the therapist’s designation (e.g., RP, RP [Qualifying], MSW, RSW). We recommend contacting your provider for specific details on what is included.
How To Get Started
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