About the Classes

Class Objectives and Goals:

EXPERIENTIAL TRAINING
Practice, Practice!
Research confirms that we learn more deeply and internalize change more successfully when actively practicing the principles we are learning. Participants will participate in experiential activities, demonstrations, and role plays that help parents go beyond intellectual learning to practical application of what works to encourage and empower children.


PROBLEM-SOLVING STEPS
Parents will learn what wonderful consultants they can be to each other. During the Parents Helping Parents Problem Solving Steps a volunteer presents a real problem. The group then role plays the problem, suggests the child's possible motivation (or 'Mistaken Goal') and brainstorms suggested approaches. The volunteer then chooses the approach that fits him or her, and practices it through role play. Parents are enthusiastic about the help they receive through this process.

These courses are based on the work of Dr. Jane Nelsen and are taught by a certified parenting educator.

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