Mindful Kids Psychology and Wellness Centre

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Mindful Kids Psychology and Wellness Centre

Evidence-based mental health; psychological & OT assessment & treatment to children & adolescents.

We are a team of clinical psychologists, social workers, behaviour therapist, and occupational therapist. We offer child and adolescent therapy (CBT, DBT, ACT, play therapy, mindfulness), psychological assessment (including psycho-educational assessment, autism assessment, attention assessment, and mental health assessment), and parent consultations related to mental health and behavioural challen

ges. We also offer occupational therapy assessment and treatment for sensory processing, feeding challenges, and fine motor skills in Vaughan, York region.

08/01/2025

Ever wonder what we do in therapy with kids? Here’s one example - using art and toys to express and identify our emotions, and exploring how they are experienced in our body.

Kids thrive through hands on learning, getting creative through these materials serves as an important foundation in building emotional awareness and developing tools for emotion regulation.

07/20/2025

Emotions can come as big waves and it’s tempting to try and avoid some of our emotions. However, neuroscience has shown that acknowledging our emotions while working on shifting some of our unhelpful negative thoughts to more realistic self talk can be a helpful way to strengthen our prefrontal cortex (executive function skills) and soothe our amygdala (fight/flight/freeze). This process allows us to develop new neural pathways and ultimately build resilience and strengthen our mental health.

Practices such as mindfulness meditation, exercise, and journaling and practicing shifting thoughts to be more realistic enhance neuroplasticity, thereby supporting long-term improvements in mental health conditions. Learning about and using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques can be very helpful in this process. We love teaching these skills with our clients.

This is a lifelong practice that can start from a young age, and can be strengthened and reinforced by those around us.

What are some good self-talk practices that you’ve learned along the way?

07/14/2025

In our work with families, we often get asked about good books that can be of value in their journey. While there are tons of wonderful reads out there, this book is one of our favorites!
helps parents understand children’s developing brains and why we need time for our amygdala to soothe and calm before we can reason with others. It helps normalize our emotions and better understand why we need to connect and then shift and redirect. It is practical and it’s a valuable read, so if you haven’t read it yet do consider this for your summer read, it’s an oldie but a goodie!

07/13/2025

When your family needs urgent support, fast, trusted help is available from home.

Here are 4 virtual care options available across Toronto and Central Ontario for both physical and mental health needs:

1️⃣ SickKids Virtual Urgent Care (for children)

👉 sickkids.ca/en/emergency/virtual-urgent-care

2️⃣ Toronto Virtual Emergency Department (ages 18+)

👉 torontovirtualed.ca

3️⃣ Central Ontario Virtual Urgent Care (all ages)

👉 regional-virtual-urgent-care.ca

4️⃣ CAMH Virtual Urgent Care (ages 16+, mental health support)

👉 camh.ca/en/patients-and-families/programs-and-services/virtual-urgent-care

⚠️ For life-threatening concerns, always call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Department.

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07/10/2025

☀️ Summer is the perfect time to get moving and grow together!

From inclusive sensory fun to gross-motor movement games, these OT-informed activities support every child’s unique strengths. 🪷

Visit our website to learn more! 👉 Link in bio.

07/04/2025

✨ FREE Webinar for Professionals – July 8th! ✨

We’re excited to share that our very own founder and clinical director, Dr. Marina Heifetz, will be speaking at an upcoming free professional webinar hosted by Mindfulness Toronto, taking place Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, via Zoom.

This webinar is designed specifically for professionals interested in incorporating mindfulness into their work with children, youth, and families.

Dr. Heifetz will explore how mindfulness-based strategies such as self-compassion practices, intentional awareness, and therapeutic breathing techniques can be integrated into clinical work. Drawing on over a decade of experience, she’ll also share how she combines mindfulness with evidence-based modalities like CBT and ACT to support emotional regulation and resilience in young clients and their families.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your mindfulness-informed practice or just beginning to explore this work, this session offers meaningful insights grounded in both research and lived experience.

🧠💛✨

Date: Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Time: 12 pm -1 pm EST
Location: Zoom
🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mindfulness-for-children-youth-parents-with-dr-marina-heifetz-tickets-1417519351539?aff=oddtdtcreator

We hope to see you there 🪷

07/03/2025

🎓 Ready for life after high school? We’ve got you covered!

Check out our brand new article by Angela Ventrice, Career Education Specialist and Executive Function Coach + grab your FREE Post-Secondary Readiness Toolkit 🎒

👉 Click this link to get started: https://mkpsychologycentre.com/blog/is-your-teen-ready-for-life-after-high-school

06/27/2025

🎓✨ Feeling the pressure as the semester wraps up? You’re not alone.

When it comes to post-secondary plans, it’s totally normal to feel a little uncertain (or even overwhelmed). That’s why keeping your mental health and wellness in check is more important than ever.

We’re sharing a few practical tips to help you stay grounded, focused, and feeling good as you plan for what’s next. 💬🧠

🌟 Looking for more support? Our Post-Secondary Prep Program is launching this summer.

📞 Reach out to learn more or to register:
365-600-5063 | contact@mkpsychologycentre.com

06/26/2025

✨ BINGO... but make it mindful!

Our brand new Mindfulness Bingo game is here to help families slow down, connect, and breathe a little deeper.

Want your own copy?

👉 DM us for your free printable! 🎉

06/24/2025

Meet Jordan Barsky, our newest Registered Social Worker at Mindful Kids Psychology & Wellness Centre! 🪷

Jordan holds a Master of Social Work from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology from Wilfrid Laurier University.

Jordan brings a unique and integrative approach to therapy that emphasizes the powerful connection between mind and body.

Drawing on his clinical experience and experience coaching Special Olympics and wheelchair basketball teams, Jordan supports the creation of mindful, collaborative therapeutic environments for his clients.

Interested in booking a consultation with Jordan? Reach out to our Intake Coordinator at 📞 365-600-5063 or send us an email 📧 contact@mkpsychologycentre.com!

06/20/2025

☀️ Summer’s almost here, and so is the perfect time to slow down, recharge, and reconnect with what matters most. 💛

Ready to make this break both joyful and mindful? We’ve got 4 easy tips to help you stay grounded while soaking up the sunshine. 🌿✨

💡Tap the link in bio or visit our blog: https://mkpsychologycentre.com/blog

📞 Questions? Call us at 365-600-5063 or email contact@mkpsychologycentre.com

06/13/2025

The month of June marks National Indigenous History Month. 🧡🪷

We honour the strength, resilience, and wisdom of Indigenous Peoples in the past, present, and future.

This month and always, we listen, learn, and uplift.

For more information on Indigenous history, check out these links:

➡️ https://yellowheadinstitute.org/

➡️ https://parks.canada.ca/culture/designation/autochtones-designations-indigenous

➡️ https://native-land.ca/

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4550 Highway 7
West Woodbridge, ON
L4L7B9

Telephone

+13656005063

Website

http://www.mkpsychologycentre.com/

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