Taming Worry Dragons

Anxiety Group for Kids

For children 8-11 years old who are scared, worried, and withdrawn to building courage, confidence, and feeling more calm.

For children 8-11 years old who are scared, worried, and withdrawn to building courage, confidence, and feeling more calm.

Taming Worry Dragons starting in mid October!

If you’ve noticed your child is…

  • Shy, uncomfortable and withdrawn in new situations, even if they were initially excited
  • Unable to cope with seemingly simple situations, or they refuse to even try
  • Complaining of stomach aches or headaches, especially before big events 
  • Worrying about a lot of things, questioning parents, or needing a lot of reassurance, but no matter how much you reassure – they still worry.

Taming Worry Dragons Kids Group is an effective way for your child to go from worried and withdrawn to:

Taming Worry Dragons Kids Group is an effective way for your child to go from worried and withdrawn to:

  • Learning how to cope with anxiety and manage their worry
  • Develop the tools and strategies to battle worries no matter what form they take
  • Understand their thoughts, emotions, and behavioural responses so that they can engage and participate in things that are important to them
  • Supported by parents who will join some sessions to learn alongside their child in a playful and engaging way
Ben Weinstock

I’m Ben Weinstock, a Child & Youth Care Practitioner. I help kids learn about “Worry Dragons” and develop coping skills and strategies, so that they can participate in their world with  courage and confidence.

IFS therapist

I’m Anna Raworth, a Play Therapist, and Executive Director at Acorn Counselling. I am working with Ben to bring this fun and effective program to our community, so that kids and families can learn skills to manage anxiety.

Taming Worry Dragons is a 10-week group program designed to take your child from scared, worried, and anxious to brave, confident, and coping!

Starting Winter 2024

Reach out now to reserve your spot!

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