What Children Learn
Children participating in Chill Skills will explore:
• Understanding emotions and big feelings
• Healthy ways to cope with stress and anxiety
• Building confidence and resilience
• Positive self-talk and self-esteem
• Relaxation and calming techniques
• Mindfulness and grounding exercises
• Social connection and communication skills
• Emotional regulation strategies
• Creative self-expression
What Happens During Sessions?
Children may participate in:
• Group discussions
• Therapeutic games and activities
• Relaxation exercises
• Creative activities and journaling
• Mindfulness and breathing strategies
• Gentle movement and grounding exercises
• Confidence-building activities
• Emotional awareness exercises
Sessions are designed to help children feel safe, heard, supported, and empowered.
Who Is Chill Skills Suitable For?
• Experience worries or anxiety
• Struggle with big emotions or emotional regulation
• Need support building confidence
• Find friendships or social situations difficult
• Have experienced stress or change
• Need help expressing emotions
• Would benefit from positive coping strategies
Children do not need a diagnosis or referral to participate.
Why Parents Love Chill Skills
Parents often tell us their children leave sessions feeling:
• More confident
• More emotionally aware
• Calmer at home
• Better able to communicate feelings
• More connected socially
• More equipped to manage stress and worries
Kimberley Van DE Berg
Yarrawonga Counsellor /Trainer facilitator
Meet Kimberley
Kimberley is a compassionate and highly dedicated counsellor who is passionate about helping children, young people, and families navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. With extensive experience supporting children across a range of settings, including counselling services, schools, homes, and community programs, Kimberley has built a reputation for creating safe, supportive, and engaging environments where children feel heard, valued, and understood.
Her warm and approachable nature allows children to quickly build trust and feel comfortable expressing themselves, while her practical and creative approach helps them develop the skills they need to manage emotions, build confidence, strengthen friendships, and overcome everyday challenges. Kimberley understands that every child is unique and tailors her support to meet each child’s individual strengths, needs, and personality.
Throughout her career, Kimberley has worked closely with parents, schools, and other support services to ensure children receive consistent, meaningful support both within programs and in their everyday lives. She is passionate about empowering children to recognise their strengths, develop healthy coping strategies, and build the confidence to thrive at home, at school, and within their communities.
Through the Chill Skills program, Kimberley combines evidence-informed wellbeing strategies with fun, interactive activities that make learning enjoyable and accessible, helping children develop lifelong skills for emotional wellbeing, resilience, and positive mental health.
“Every child deserves to feel confident, capable, and supported. My goal is to help children discover their strengths and give them the tools they need to navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence.” – Kimberley