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Pathways Learning Centre A one-stop-shop for private therapy services, available for people of all ages, in Regina.

... what’s actually happening is usually MUCH, much deeper than being “picky.” 💬For many children, this isn’t about bein...
10/20/2026

... what’s actually happening is usually MUCH, much deeper than being “picky.” 💬

For many children, this isn’t about being picky, stubborn, defiant, or problematic. Their avoidance of food isn’t a behaviour or manipulation.

It’s Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), a condition driven by sensory processing differences, severe anxiety, or fear of negative consequences like choking or vomiting.

When a child experiences extreme food selectivity, standard advice like “they’ll eat when they’re hungry” or “just don’t give them options” doesn’t just fail - it backfires.

If you’re tired of the mealtime battles and food guilt, join us for an interactive, live webinar designed to help you understand what’s really going on and how to support your child without power struggles.

🧠 Beyond “Picky Eating”: Understanding ARFID – Debunking Myths & Navigating Eating Challenges

This webinar will cover:
• ARFID vs. Selective Eating: Key signs, drivers, and why the “picky eater” label can actually do more harm than good.
• Debunking Myths: How to drop food guilt and leave outdated feeding advice behind.
• The Root Causes: Exploring sensory sensitivity, low appetite, and fear-based avoidance.
• Support & Accommodations: Realistic, neurodiversity-affirming strategies to lower anxiety and build safety at home.
• Advocacy & Next Steps: How to navigate family, school, and know when to seek specialized care.

✨ Includes a live Q&A with our NEW Nutrition Coach to get your questions answered!

🗓: Tuesday, Oct 27th @ 6:30–7:30 PM
📍: Online via Zoom (Live & Interactive)
💲: $60 per participant
👥 Can’t make it live? Register anyway to receive full access to the recording!

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to reserve your spot!

🚀 BIG NEWS: Introducing The Connection Lab at Pathways! 🚀We asked kids what they want out of a group program, and the ve...
10/16/2026

🚀 BIG NEWS: Introducing The Connection Lab at Pathways! 🚀

We asked kids what they want out of a group program, and the verdict is in: Less talking at tables, way more doing what they love! 🎉

The Connection Lab is our brand-new, neurodiversity-affirming group for kids aged 8–12. We’ve combined authentic connection, identity pride, and confidence-building with the hobbies and topics your kids are already obsessed with!

Choose from a range of favourite themes:

🧱 Lego Builders

⛏️ Minecraft Explorers

⚡ Pokémon Collectors

🐉 Dungeons & Dragons Quests (coming in 2027)

🎨 Arts & Crafts

📿 Kandi Jewelry & Beading

🏰 Fort Building + Obstacle Courses

💡 Why parents love it:
Led by registered professionals (SLPs, OTs, and Social Workers), this isn’t just a fun club; it’s a therapeutic space where your child builds core life skills without forced social rules or masking.

Here’s what your child will gain:
💪 Self-Advocacy & Identity Pride: Learning to embrace their unique brain style and speak up for what they need.
🤝 Real Friendships: Connecting naturally with peers who share their exact passions.
🧠 Emotional Awareness: Real-time support navigating teamwork, dynamic play, and social ease.
🛡️ A Safe Space to Belong: Small groups (1:4 ratio) designed to help anxious or hesitant kids feel safe and celebrated.

(Bonus: Because groups are led by registered clinicians, sessions may be eligible for coverage under private insurance or are eligible for autism funding!)

🔥 Spots are extremely limited to keep groups small and supportive. Give your child a space where they can build real skills while doing what they love most.

👉 Tap the link to explore session dates, pick a theme, and register today: https://www.pathwayslearning.ca/connection-lab-social-skills-regina

Are mealtime battles leaving you constantly worried about your child’s health and nutrition? 🥗✨If family dinners feel li...
10/13/2026

Are mealtime battles leaving you constantly worried about your child’s health and nutrition? 🥗✨

If family dinners feel like a daily battleground or you’re endlessly short-order cooking just to get something into your child’s belly, you are not alone!

Join us for a supportive, down-to-earth webinar designed to take the stress off your dinner table and give you real, simple answers.

We are thrilled to introduce Pathways’ brand-new Nutrition Coach, Chloe! 👋🏻 She is specially trained in supporting ARFID and restricted eating, and she’ll be leading this session to share helpful information for understanding and supporting your child’s nutritional intake.

What this webinar will cover:

• Decoding Nutritional Needs: Learn simple ways to check if your child is getting essential nutrients, without turning every meal into a fight.

• Understanding Limited Variety: Discover why kids stick so tightly to “safe” foods, how texture affects them, and why sensory overload makes eating tough.

• Pressure-Free Strategies: Get practical ways to introduce new foods and build food comfort without tears, power struggles, or forced bites.

• Building a Balanced Plate: Learn an easy framework to combine comfortable safe foods with gentle, stress-free exposures during family meals.

• Practical Tips for Home: Walk away with real-world ideas you can use right away to create a calm, supportive dining environment for everyone.

🗓 Wednesday, Oct 21st | 6:30–7:30 PM

📍 Online via Zoom (Live Webinar)

🎥 Can’t make it live? Register anyway to receive full access to the video recording to watch later!

💲 $60 per participant

👉 Bring peace back to your dinner table: Register today at [https://www.pathwayslearning.ca/pathways-ed]!

Make trick-or-treating easier, safer, and more fun for your child this Halloween! 🎃✨Halloween is full of excitement, but...
10/09/2026

Make trick-or-treating easier, safer, and more fun for your child this Halloween! 🎃✨

Halloween is full of excitement, but heavy crowds, dark streets, costumes, and sensory overload can make communication feel extra overwhelming for non-speaking or minimally speaking kids.

Join us for a hands-on Make & Take Workshop and leave with ready-to-wear communication bracelets customized specifically for your child!

What parents will gain:

🎃 Easy, Everyday Tools: Simple, wearable visuals that give your child an instant, hands-free way to express needs, feelings, or excitement.

🗣️ Beyond “Trick or Treat”: Help your child comment, share joy, and connect with neighbours, not just ask for candy under pressure.

🧠 Less Stress & Overwhelm: Practical tips to support regulation and keep communication low-pressure when sensory overload hits.

🛠️ Custom Bracelets in Hand: Make 2 personalized, ready-to-wear bracelets right in class to use on Halloween night!

🗓 Wednesday, Oct 14th | 6:30–7:30 PM

📍 In-Person at Pathways Clinic

👥 10 Spots Max

💲 $60 per participant (Includes all take-home materials!)

👉 Spots are limited - register today at [https://www.pathwayslearning.ca/pathways-ed] to grab a seat!

Imagine a space where you don’t have to translate your thoughts, hide your sensory needs, or mask who you are just to fi...
06/26/2026

Imagine a space where you don’t have to translate your thoughts, hide your sensory needs, or mask who you are just to fit in. 🤍🌱

Neurodivergent adults (late-diagnosed, diagnosed earlier in life, or self-diagnosed) should not have to struggle blindly through life.

You deserve support that actually understands how your brain works, honors your energy and capacity, and helps you to thrive - NOT support that asks you to “fix” or change yourself, or mask more.

If you are ready to start understanding your brain, working with your abilities and not against them, our Pathways Services are here to help you find your map.

Here is how we can support you:

👋 Neurodiversity-Affirming Counselling – Therapy tailored to how your brain actually works, focusing on self-compassion and unmasking.

☕ Late-Diagnosis Support Group – Find your people, share your stories, and realize you were never alone in your experience.

⚡ ADHD One-Time Support Course – A targeted, low-overwhelm crash course packed with practical tools designed by and for ADHDers.

🛠️ Occupational Therapy – Tangible, everyday strategies to help manage sensory overload, executive dysfunction, and burnout.

🤍 Parenting Supports – Navigating the unique, beautiful, and sometimes exhausting world of neurodivergent parenting.

You don’t have to figure it out by yourself anymore. Your community is waiting.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to explore our services, upcoming courses, and support groups!

06/24/2026

We have some SERIOUS fun at Pathways using play-based, client-led, and neurodiversity-affirming therapy methods. 🤨🥳

12/25/2025

From the Pathways team to you, we wish you a peaceful Christmas. 🤍

For so many, this year has been full of chaos, complexity, and heavy moments… for families, caregivers, and kids alike.

Whether your year has felt like a marathon, or a sprint, we hope you’re able to find a few glimmers this holiday season; small moments of calm, connection, or joy that feel grounding and real. ✨

However this holiday looks for you, we’re sending warmth, gentleness, and care your way. 🎄

~ the Pathways team 🧡

12/19/2025

Ours kids will rarely be THIS obvious if they don’t want to give someone a hug/kiss when asked.

Usually, our kids will mask their feelings, put on a smile, and give physical affection when prompted…. Even if their inside voice is screaming “NO I DON’T WANT TO!!”

Holiday gatherings can bring love, laughter… and a lot of pressure for kids to give hugs, kisses, or physical affection they aren’t actually comfortable with.

Let’s teach our kids that their bodies belong to them — not to holiday expectations.

🌲 Instead of forcing affection, try:
• Offering scripts: “You can wave, high-five, or say hello, whatever feels okay to you.”
• Backing them up: “We’re practicing body autonomy, so Sam gets to choose!”
• Checking in after events: “Were there any moments that felt uncomfortable?”
• Modelling consent: Ask your child before you swoop in for hugs, too.
• Letting relatives know ahead of time that your family supports consent-based greetings.

Respecting boundaries doesn’t make kids “rude”… it makes them safe, confident, and connected on their terms.

✨ Protect their comfort. Honour their voice. Trust their instincts.

12/16/2025

When they love the therapy toy so much they’re halfway to the door with it 👀💛

Proof that play is powerful!! ✨

12/09/2025

✨ Holiday Survival 101: Prioritize Your (and Your Child’s!) Sensory Regulation!!

The holidays can be magical… and also a lot. 😬

New environments, loud gatherings, unpredictable schedules, and endless social expectations can push nervous systems into overload — for kids and adults.

Here’s your gentle reminder:
🎄 Sensory regulation isn’t optional during the holidays. It’s essential.

Whether you’re heading to family dinner, a school concert, or a whirlwind of holiday errands, planning for sensory needs can make the entire season feel calmer, safer, and more enjoyable.

💼 Pack the sensory comforts & tools:
Think of them as your holiday survival kit.
✔ Noise-cancelling headphones
✔ Fidgets
✔ Chewy jewelry or gum
✔ Weighted lap pad
✔ Sunglasses or hat
✔ Preferred snacks
✔ Cozy textures or comfort items
✔ A familiar scent or grounding object

Sometimes the difference between “This is fun!” and “I need to leave RIGHT NOW” is having the right tool at the right moment.

⏱ Build in regulation time — before, after, and during events:
> Pre-regulation helps the nervous system start grounded.
> Mid-event regulation prevents overwhelm from building.
> Post-event decompression helps everyone reset.

That might look like:
🌟 10 minutes of movement before leaving
🌟 A quiet break in a bedroom or car during the event
🌟 Stepping outside for fresh air
🌟 Listening to a calming playlist
🌟 A no-demand, cozy wind-down routine afterward

This is not “extra.” This IS the plan.
Sensory needs don’t disappear because it’s a holiday — and meeting them proactively can make the season feel more connected, joyful, and manageable for everyone.

✨ Here’s to a holiday season filled with regulation, comfort, and compassion. You deserve it. Your child deserves it. And your nervous systems will thank you. ✨

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