In this two hour workshop you will:

Uncover underlying factors contributing to challenging behavior in youth, regardless of diagnosis, considering diverse cultural contexts and individual differences.
Identify common triggers inadvertently activated by parents and learn strategies to minimize these triggers for creating a more peaceful home environment.
Acquire practical tools to effectively manage and prevent emotional meltdowns in children, considering cultural variations in emotional expression and management.
Understand the psychological motivations behind parental reactions to challenging behavior within the family systems; with respect for cultural influences and diverse family dynamics.
Develop key skills to engage parents sensitively and constructively in discussions about positive behavior change.

Schedule:

9:30-9:45am: Welcome and Orientation - Orient to Self and the Space, Tune into Mission/ Vision for this Time Together (Why is it important for you to be here?)

9:45-10:00am: Professional Background and Context - Introduction to “The Three C’s” of the Mad to Glad Blueprint

10:00-10:15am: Calm: Understanding Brain Science - Explore what’s happening in the brain beneath challenging behaviors and effective strategies

10:15-10:30am: Experiential Activity: Parental Triggers - Empathetic exploration and humorous self-reflection on inadvertent triggers activated by parents

10:30-10:45am: Connect: Managing Emotional Meltdowns - Strategies to prevent meltdowns and build trust and positive connections

10:45am: BREAK

11:00-11:15am: Positive Communication Template - Introduction to paving the way for effective communication; incorporating the Connect strategy

11:15-11:45am: Implementation Strategies - Practical takeaways and quick-action plan for immediate use

2 hours of Continuing Education approved by MN Board of Marriage and Family Therapy and MN Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy

**2 hours of cultural competency approved through MN Board of Marriage and Family Therapy**

Questions? Looking for student or group discounts? Contact Melanie Vinton: melanie@ilifecounseling.com