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Distress Management and Skills Building Group: A 12-Week Intervention Program for Adolescents

A 12-week group program for adolescents (13 to 17 years of age) to learn skills to manage
challenges related to emotion dysregulation. This includes anxiety, low mood, and challenges
in relationships with others. The program is based on principles of dialectical-behavioural
therapy with opportunities to support parents/caregivers with psychoeducation and strategy support.

Program designed for youth experiencing high levels of emotional dysregulation that is
impacting their well-being and success. Maximum 12 youth.

Program led by Dr. Maisha Syeda (Psychologist, Supervised Practice) with Psychology
Graduate Student Clinicians. Program supervised by Dr. Colin King, Psychologist.