Studies show that youth who feel they can talk with their parents are less likely to engage in risky behaviors such as The adolescent brain assesses risk differently and teens get bored more easily. These are just a few of the changes taking place i...

Many of us feel relieved as the school year ends. We look forward to a more relaxed season, at last. And yet…by mid-July, we may be dealing with bored kids who are less cooperative and spending more time on screens than ever. And really, how we sp...

The time has come for your precious “baby” to start day care, and you may be feeling a range of emotions. There are steps that you can take to help your family make a smooth, positive transition into this next chapter of your life. After you tak...

Halfway through summer vacation, is it living up to your expectations? If you suspect that you may breathe a guilty sigh of relief when your children return to school in the Fall, don’t worry because there is still time to find the right balance o...

Potty learning is a wonderful time for toddlers to learn to care of their bodies in culturally approved ways.  Your family will benefit from some reflection about your values, some planning about how to get started, some guidance from reso...

Are you raising your voice too often and wishing for more patience?  Are you concerned that you are too strict or too easy?  Do you sometimes think there must be a better way?  You are not alone.  Join us for this int...

Everyone encounters stress and it can actually be good for our bodies and brains—if we know how to cope with it. Learn a variety of techniques to reduce your stress, in the moment and over the long term. After this session, educators and parent...

Got questions? Bring them on! Applying new parenting approaches often requires support. You may be changing parenting practices that have been handed down from generation to generation and we’ve got your back as doubts and frustrations may arise. ...

Your child is growing up, and your role is changing. It's wonderful to see them realize new dreams and make new goals, and it can also weigh on us as parents as we see our job changing and we are worried about missing our children. Our family which ...

How do we build community and approach academics after such a challenging time in education? What have students experienced, what do they need, and how can we begin to capture their attention and engage them in learning? What are practical, eff...

When schools and parents are on the same page, children learn social emotional skills more easily. Learn how teachers and families can coordinate about Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programming at school and how you can help each other find soluti...

It’s common for young babies to have fussy times in the day.  Those times can be hard to get through!  Staying calm is challenging but you can bring some resources into the mix to help you manage.  In this class we will talk about ...

Are you sometimes overwhelmed by your child's feelings?  Does your child have trouble verbalizing his/her emotions?  Do his/her displays of emotion seem like misbehavior to you?  A better relationship with your child starts w...

All children are sad, anxious, irritable, or aggressive at times. Occasionally kids find it challenging to sit still, pay attention, or interact with others. In most cases, these are just typical phases in their development. However, these behaviors...

Strategies For Prioritizing Health & Wellness In A Positive Way  There can be a fine line between encouraging healthy habits in our children and creating negative thoughts on body image and self-perception. We want the best for our child...

Co-parenting can be stressful after a divorce, separation, or anytime parents are not in a couple relationship. Learn the importance of “cooperative co-parenting” and strategies to support your children. This class will help you minimize conflic...

Got questions? Bring them on! Applying new parenting approaches often requires support. You may be changing parenting practices that have been handed down from generation to generation and we’ve got your back as doubts and frustrations may arise. ...

Does the idea of talking with your child about sexual orientation feel difficult or even a little scary?Are you confused about the changing ways that many in our society see these issues?Feeling the need for some guidance about how to support your c...

Overwhelmed with your child’s challenging behaviors?  Hoping for more patience and struggling to stay calm?  Think sometimes there must be a better way?  You are not alone.  We are built to reflect each other's emotions...

You don't have to go it alone. Being able to recognize the behavior as symptoms and having a clear plan about how to invite cooperation and respond to challenging behaviors will reduce your family stress and strengthen your child's positive behavior...