The PACE method
(Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) By Dan Hughes PhD
Wednesday May 15th 2019 at 7pm
830 boul. Ford - Suite 414, Châteauguay QC J6J 4Z2
Given in english by
Émilie Leduc O.T.
- Does your child have difficulty dealing with strong emotions or getting back to a calm state after stressful situations?
- Does your child behave aggressively often, have difficulties keeping focused and listening to the adult, at home or at school? Does your child tend to run off or hide when stressed?
- Does your child have a tendency to get angry with you, even when you are trying to help?
- Does your child communicate his interests easily; his joys, his fears, his sorrows or the reasons behind his anger with you?
The primary goal of Dr. Hughes’ PACE method is to create a safe emotional space; to optimize the child’s development and to let him express himself freely, without judgment. This is possible by using both verbal and non-verbal communication that reflects acceptance and empathy. PACE allows the child to feel understood and therefore validated, in the emotions he experiences. PACE reduces stress, deepens the child’s understanding of others’behaviours and needs while promoting authentic, reciprocal communication.
