Child & Youth Psychological Services

Child & Youth Psychological Services in Hamilton, ON, offers therapy services led by Dr. Pam Struiksma, a licensed psychologist. The center provides psychological assessments and specializes in addressing the social skills needs of children and adolescents through the Social Smarts program.

Social Smarts is a social skills training program designed for children aged 5 to 20. It integrates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Social Thinking to help participants enhance their social interactions. Dr. Struiksma and her team conduct the program at their office, focusing on teaching social skills in a small-group setting.

The Social Smarts program includes week-long summer day camps, weekly group sessions throughout the year, and individual therapy options. Parents are actively involved in the process, learning how to reinforce social strategies at home. Children benefit from learning communication skills, understanding social cues, and practicing interactions through various engaging group activities and games.

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