Little Helping Hand

This book is a tool for parents, teachers, and counselors to help children relate, understand, and send the message that getting help and support is okay. It covers emotions such as anger, anxiety, low mood, happiness, bullying, and self-care, and offers tasks for the child to engage in.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 20 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2019
Publisher: i2i Publishing

As a cognitive behavioral counselor, my goal is to provide a valuable tool for parents, teachers, and anyone else who works with or supports children. I hope that this book can serve as a solid foundation for helping a child connect, understand, or communicate the message that seeking help and support is perfectly okay. I have addressed various emotions, including anger, anxiety, low mood, and happiness, as well as the impact of bullying and the importance of self-care and healthy management. Throughout the book, I have touched on some thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that I frequently observe in the counseling room as a result of these emotions. By giving these emotions characters, I aimed to create a helpful tool for managing them, assisting a child in relating by providing a visual representation that helps them recognize, challenge, and learn how to self-manage in a healthy way.

Working with children who are emotionally struggling, I have found the use of various tools to be invaluable. These tools have helped me create a safe and supportive environment for my clients, allowing them to explore and process their emotions in a healthy way.

One of the most effective tools I have used is storytelling. I have found that children often respond well to stories, and they can be a powerful way to help a child understand and manage their emotions. By telling a story that relates to the child's experiences, I can help them see the situation from a different perspective and develop empathy for others.

Another tool that I have found useful is art therapy. Art therapy allows children to express their emotions through creative expression, which can be particularly helpful for those who struggle to verbalize their feelings. Through drawing, painting, or other forms of art, children can explore their emotions, gain insight into their thoughts and feelings, and develop coping strategies for managing their emotions.

Play therapy is another tool that I have found to be effective in working with children who are emotionally struggling. Play therapy is a non-verbal form of therapy that allows children to express themselves through play. By using toys, games, and other play-based activities, children can explore their emotions, develop social skills, and learn coping strategies for managing their emotions.

Mindfulness and meditation are also tools that I have found to be valuable in working with children who are emotionally struggling. Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment and paying attention to the thoughts, feelings, and sensations in the body. By teaching children mindfulness techniques, they can learn to manage their emotions, reduce stress, and develop a sense of inner peace.

Finally, I have found the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy to be effective in working with children who are emotionally struggling. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a form of therapy that focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress. By working with children to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, they can develop more positive and adaptive coping strategies for managing their emotions.

In conclusion, as a cognitive behavioral counselor, I hope to provide a valuable tool for parents, teachers, and anyone else who works with or supports children. By addressing various emotions, providing effective tools for managing emotions, and creating a safe and supportive environment, I aim to help children develop the skills they need to manage their emotions, build healthy relationships, and thrive in their lives.

Weight: 80g
Dimension: 210 x 209 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781916500167