Emotional Regulation Therapy
From zero-to-hundred, to noticing, naming and calming.
Suitable for ages 4 – 16 years
Overview
Emotional regulation is a learnable skill. Using Zones of Regulation and the Alert Programme, children learn to recognise body signals, name their emotional state and select a calming strategy before escalation.
We combine cognitive tools with sensory-based calming, and give parents and teachers a shared vocabulary that works everywhere.
Signs your child may need this therapy
- Escalates from calm to furious within seconds
- Meltdowns lasting 30 minutes or more
- Extreme reactions to losing a game or making a mistake
- Cannot calm down without adult intervention
- Frequent crying or anger through the day
- Difficulty coping with transitions
Benefits of Emotional Regulation Therapy
- Recognition of early warning signs
- A personal toolkit of calming strategies
- Shorter and less intense meltdowns
- Better tolerance of frustration and losing
- Improved classroom behaviour
- Greater independence in self-calming
Treatment process
- STEP 1
Behaviour assessment
Structured parent and teacher interviews, standardised rating scales (Vanderbilt, CBCL) and direct observation to identify triggers, patterns and the function of each behaviour.
- STEP 2
Functional behaviour plan
We define target behaviours in measurable terms and design antecedent strategies, replacement skills and reinforcement schedules — never punishment-based methods.
- STEP 3
Skill-building sessions
Individual and small-group sessions teaching emotional vocabulary, self-calming routines, waiting, turn-taking, flexible thinking and conflict resolution.
- STEP 4
Parent coaching
Six-session parent management training covering consistent instructions, planned ignoring, reward systems and de-escalation, with live practice and troubleshooting.
- STEP 5
School collaboration
With your consent we share strategies with class teachers and support schools with classroom accommodations and IEP inputs.
- STEP 6
Data-based review
Behaviour frequency and intensity are charted every week, so decisions to intensify, change or fade support are based on data, not impressions.
FAQ
Emotional Regulation Therapy — your questions answered
Not sure where to start? Begin with an assessment.
One hour with our team gives you a clear picture of your child's development and a written plan you can act on — whether or not you continue therapy with us.