Lunch and Learn Parent Workshop #1 - Big Brains, Big Feelings

Participate in a Zoom workshop, number 1 of 3, with Kelly Smith, MSW, RSW

In this session, Big Brains, Big Feelings

Bright children often think years ahead of their emotional regulation skills. In this session, we’ll explore the neurobiology of strong emotions, stress responses, and why logic fails when the nervous system is overwhelmed. We will: Break down what’s happening in the brain during meltdowns and shutdowns. Explore co-regulation as applied neuroscience. Learn practical somatic tools to de-escalate big feelings (yours and theirs)

Kelly Smith, MSW, RSW, is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist licensed in Ontario and British Columbia. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor and degrees in social work and psychology from the University of Waterloo. Kelly specializes in trauma-informed, attachment-based therapy and integrates EMDR, AEDP, DBT, EFT, ACT, play therapy, Sandtray-Worldplay, mindfulness, movement, breathwork, and somatic techniques. Certified as a Trauma Professional, Kelly is particularly experienced in supporting individuals and families recovering from complex trauma, motor vehicle accidents, brain injuries, and relational trauma.

A dynamic presenter, Kelly has facilitated over 100 workshops across Canada and is known for translating brain science into practical and grounded tools that parents and professionals can use immediately.