Course Category: All, Mental Health
Challenges & Solutions
Back to School with Confidence: Letting Go to Lift Them Up – Emory Exclusive
Expert

Challenges & Solutions
As the new school year begins, it’s natural to want to give our kids every advantage. But constant hovering—whether it’s checking homework, reminding them of every assignment, or shielding them from failure—can actually hold them back.
Join author and educator Amy Alamar Ed.D for a powerful, research-based workshop that will help you step back in order to set your child up for success. Learn how to foster your child’s independence, resilience, and academic responsibility, and why letting them stumble occasionally can be one of the best gifts you give.
Benefits for your child: stronger problem-solving skills, greater confidence, improved academic ownership
Benefits for you: less stress, more trust, and a healthier, more collaborative relationship
Take a deep breath, let go a little, and watch your child rise.
- Click the button above to register for this virtual, Interactive workshop.
- Once you register, look for an email from Zoom with the session link. You will receive Zoom reminders 1 day and then 1 hour before the session. If you have any issues, please email us.
- After the workshop, Peace at Home will email you a link to the recording, handouts and related resources.
- For additional support, check out the School Age Kids and the Teens and Young Adult Resource pages where you will find quick video libraries, recorded workshops, podcasts and more. Check out this recorded workshop: Unlock Your Teen’s Potential and Build Resilience and this one: Who Owns The Problem: Hint It’s not You (log in to access the content).
- Questions? Email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
Help Your Child Make Friends: When to Lean in and When to Let Go
Challenges & Solutions
It’s hard to watch our children struggle socially. When they’re left out, caught in conflict, or simply unsure how to make a connection we might feel helpless or unsure how to respond. Our instinct may be to fix things, coach them or even try to change them —but real friendship skills run deeper.
In this caring, practical workshop, you’ll learn how to guide your child from the inside out. Discover ways to nurture self-awareness and self-acceptance. You’ll find ways to support the empathy and confidence that make strong relationships possible. You’ll gain clarity on how and when to intervene when friendships get rocky—without taking over or making things worse.
Benefits for Your Child:
Your child will gain confidence, emotional insight, and practical skills to build and sustain meaningful friendships.
Benefits for You:
You’ll feel more confident supporting your child through social challenges with calm, clarity, and concrete tools.
- Click the button above to register for this virtual, Interactive workshop.
- Once you register, look for an email from Zoom with the session link. You will receive Zoom reminders 1 day and then 1 hour before the session. If you have any issues, please email us.
- After the workshop, Peace at Home will email you a link to the recording, handouts and related resources.
- For additional support, check out the School Age Kids and Peace at Home Starts Here Resource Pages with quick videos, handouts, recorded workshops, podcasts and more. Check out this recorded workshop: Be Your Child’s Emotions Coach (log in to access the content).
- Questions? Email our Parent Guides at solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
Letting Go of Perfect: Break Free from Perfectionism and Comparison
Expert

Challenges & Solutions
Does it ever feel like your family is stuck in an endless race—to do more, be more, or measure up to others? Unrealistic expectations can leave both parents and children feeling like they’re never enough.
In this session, we’ll explore how perfectionism and comparison are deeply intertwined, feeding the illusion that other families “have it all together.” Social media, academic pressure, and even well-meaning parenting habits can reinforce this cycle, increasing stress, anxiety, and disconnection within the family.
Perfectionism has become increasingly common, especially among young people, over the past 30 years and is associated with depression, eating disorders, and even suicide. But the good news is, you can interrupt this cycle. You’ll learn how to shift away from unrealistic standards and toward values like authenticity, connection, and self-compassion.
Join Peace at Home Founder, Ruth Freeman LCSW to learn how to recognize these harmful patterns, understand their emotional impact, and take concrete steps to foster a healthier, more accepting family environment.
- Click the button above to register for this virtual, Interactive workshop.
- Once you register, look for an email from Zoom with the session link. You will receive Zoom reminders 1 day and then 1 hour before the session. If you have any issues, please email us.
- After the workshop, Peace at Home will email you a link to the recording, handouts and related resources.
- For additional support, check out the Protecting Your Child’s Mental Health and Peace at Home Starts Here Resource Page with quick videos, handouts, recorded workshops, podcasts and more. Check out the quick video Perfectionism Hidden Barrier to Well Being. (log in to access the content).
- Questions? Email our Parent Guides at solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
Lunch and Learn: Raising Resilient Tweens and Teens: Support Independence Without the Pressure
Challenges & Solutions
Join a candid Lunch and Learn conversation with Peace at Home founder Ruth E. Freeman, LCSW as she interviews Peace At Home experts on the issues that matter most to parents. Jump in, ask questions, make comments and connect with other parents who are seeking answers to the tough questions.
Before the demands of a new school year return, join us for a refreshing Lunch & Learn conversation with Peace at Home Founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, and educator and author Amy Alamar, EdD. Together, they’ll explore simple, effective strategies that can make a powerful difference in how you support your tween or teen — emotionally, socially, and developmentally.
This candid, interactive discussion will help you recognize what truly matters. You’ll gain practical strategies to help you raise emotionally resilient, confident, and independent kids — without pressure or unrealistic demands.
Step into the next chapter of parenting with courage, clarity, and calm — starting this summer. Bring your lunch, your questions, and an open mind. You’ll leave feeling more connected, more informed, and more at easeIf you have questions or concerns in advance, please email them to Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com so they can be included in our conversation. Or just show up and talk with us.
- Click the button above to register for this virtual, Interactive workshop.
- Once you register, look for an email from Zoom with the session link. You will receive Zoom reminders 1 day and then 1 hour before the session. If you have any issues, please email us.
- After the workshop, Peace at Home will email you a link to the recording, handout,s and related resources.
- For additional support, check out the Teens and Young Adult Resource Page and Peace at Home Starts Here Resource Page with quick videos, handouts, recorded workshops, podcasts and more. Check out this recorded workshop: Unlock Your Teen’s Potential and Build Resilience (log in to access the content).
- Questions? Email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
Be the Anchor Your Child Needs in a Turbulent World – OMG Exclusive
Challenges & Solutions
The world can often feel overwhelming, for us as parents and even more so for our children. From unsettling news headlines to the stresses of daily life, kids today face more uncertainty than ever. As a parent, you may wonder: How can I help my child feel safe, secure, and resilient in the face of so much instability?
In this confidence-building workshop, you’ll gain practical science-backed tools and insights to become your child’s source of calm and strength.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away feeling confident in your ability to create a stable, nurturing environment where your child can thrive. Join us and learn how to be the steady, reassuring presence your child needs.
- Click the button above to register for this virtual, Interactive workshop.
- Once you register, look for an email from Zoom with the session link. You will receive Zoom reminders 1 day and then 1 hour before the session. If you have any issues, please email us.
- After the workshop, Peace at Home will email you a link to the recording, handout,s and related resources.
- For additional support, check out the Peace at Home Starts Here Resource Page with quick videos, handouts, recorded workshops, podcasts and more. (log in to access the content).
- Questions? Email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
Protect Your Teens’ Mental Health: Recognize and Cope with Depression and Anxiety – Farmington Exclusive
Challenges & Solutions
Adolescence is a pivotal period marked by important physical, cognitive, and social transformations. As teenagers navigate the challenges of self-identity and social dynamics, they may exhibit moodiness, anxiety, or irritability. However, when these behaviors escalate to withdrawal, lethargy, altered eating or sleeping patterns, loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, or conflicts with peers and adults, it could indicate underlying depression or anxiety.
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of mood disorders is essential for providing timely and effective support. This session will equip you with practical strategies to foster healthy coping mechanisms and promote your teen’s emotional well-being. We’ll discuss common pitfalls to avoid, ensuring that your approaches are supportive and constructive.
Join Peace at Home Founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW and Viana Turcios-Cotto Ph.D for this live, interactive session. Be better prepared to support your teen through the challenges of adolescence, promoting a healthier and more communicative parent-teen relationship.
- Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence.
- For additional support, check out our two resource pages Teens and Young Adults and Mental Health Essentials. You’ll find quick video libraries, full length recordings, blogs, podcasts and more. (log in to access the content).
- If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
Lighten Mom’s Mental Load to Boost Kids’ Mental Health
Challenges & Solutions
Are you feeling overwhelmed by everyday tasks and the invisible mental load of parenting? Join us for an insightful workshop on how sharing responsibilities with your partner can ease stress, improve your well-being, and create a healthier environment for your children.
We’ll explore strategies for balancing household and parenting duties, letting go of unrealistic expectations—including the pressure to be a “perfect” parent—and fostering a more equitable partnership. Research shows that when parents perceive their responsibilities as fairly shared, they experience greater relationship satisfaction, increased intimacy, and become more effective, present parents.
Come learn how to lighten your load and build a stronger, happier family. Leave feeling confident, lighter, and ready to create a more connected, joyful family life!
- Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop, which was previously hosted.
- Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence.
- For additional support, check out the Peace at Home Starts Here Resource Page with our quick video libraries on that page Peace at Home Starts Here and Parent Well-Being plus handouts, blogs, podcasts and full-length recordings. (log in to access the content).
- Have a specific question or challenge? Email us, and we’ll send you tailored links to live workshops, and on-demand resources, or connect you with an expert for one-on-one support. Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
Be the Anchor Your Child Needs in a Turbulent World – Emory Exclusive
Challenges & Solutions
The world can often feel overwhelming—for us as parents and even more so for our children. From unsettling news headlines to the stresses of daily life, kids today face more uncertainty than ever. As a parent, you may wonder: How can I help my child feel safe, secure, and resilient in the face of so much instability?
In this confidence-building workshop, you’ll gain practical science backed tools and insights to become your child’s source of calm and strength.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away feeling confident in your ability to create a stable, nurturing environment where your child can thrive. Join us and learn how to be the steady, reassuring presence your child needs.
Your calm is their calm. Let’s build resilience together.
- Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence.
- For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Libraries and our Resource Page, Peace at Home Starts with You (log in to access the content).
- For questions, email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com