1-Day Intensive Parenting Skills-Building Course:
Raising teenagers can be an extremely enjoyable and challenging at times, especially as teens go through the normative developmental stages while navigating school, friends, and the influences of the digital and social media world. As teens encounter life’s complexities, they may show signs of normal stress and anxiety, and they may also exhibit intense emotions, mental health issues such as depression and/or concerning rebellious and at-risk behaviours. These challenging times can become stressful and hard on families, schools and communities.
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What to Expect:
Interactive skills-building course with multimedia, video demonstrations and examples of the skills being taught
Supportive opportunities to practice the skills with coaching from experienced Therapists
Group discussions with parents who share similar parenting struggles
Evidence-based curriculum (DBT, CBT, CPS, ACT, EFT, Narrative and Attachment Focused)
Receive handouts, reading recommendations, and resource list
You are encouraged to share your worries and parenting challenges and to ask questions.
Who should attend:
Any parent or caregiver who of youth over 12 years of age
Parents wanting tips on how to get their youth to talk
Parents who find traditional “discipline” and parenting strategies ineffective
What You Will Gain:
Feeling more confident and competent as a parent of a teen
Improved communication at home
Tools to empower your teens to problem solve for themselves
Skills to avoid circular arguments and walking on eggshells
Fewer conflicts at home
A greater insight of the adolescent brain and understanding of their behaviour
Learning how to say no, and have your teen do what you want them to do
New ways to support your youth in managing their anxiety and intense emotions
What will be covered:
Morning:
1. Adolescent Brain Development: understanding your teen’s behaviours
2. Emotions & Emotion Regulation Skills: acknowledging the needs of the whole family
3. Communication Techniques: using validation techniques to reduce anxiety, stress, and allow for effective communication, and using communication strategies to improve relationship
Afternoon:
4. Setting Limits: consequences and privileges, saying “no,” and navigating social media
5. Recognizing and Managing Problem Behaviours: self-harm, suicide behaviour, substance misuse, etc.
6. Fostering Your Teen's Self-Esteem and Healthy Independence
Cost and Registration:
Full Day Course: $250.00 per couple or $200.00 per individual
More Information and Registration via EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-skills-building-program-for-parents-with-adolescents-tickets-52446286254
FAQs
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
By TTC: 504 King West Streetcar stops right in front of the event location.
By Car: Many paid street and lot parking options are available at and around the location.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Elizabeth Lovrics: elizabethlovrics@gmail.com | (416) 436-7778 | www.elovricstherapy.com
Lisa Azzopardi: lisa@catalysttherapy.ca | www.catalysttherapy.ca | @catalyst_therapy
RBC has kindly sponsored the venue.