Question 1

What if my kid is older, younger, X age? Will this still work?

Accepted Answer

The interventions and ideas in this workshop are universal concepts! The concepts will work for any age as long as you modify the language and context to speak to the age group with which you’re working.

Question 2

What if my kid is totally resistant?

Accepted Answer

I like to think about who I’m most willing to take advice from. It’s usually someone who I feel really connected to. When I don’t feel in sync or connected to someone, I might not be open to receiving suggestions from them. In the same way, before our kids open up to us and try something we’re sugge

Question 3

My kid just says, “I don’t know,” when I ask them questions.

Accepted Answer

Sometimes, our kids truly don’t know what’s going on in their inner world. They need our help to decode what they’re going through. You can try something like: “I’m going to take some guesses at what might be going on, you can put your thumb up for yes, to the side for maybe, or down for no.” Modify

Question 4

Can I get the slides?

Accepted Answer

I don’t provide slides, but I do have something that I think is better because it’s more actionable: worksheets. I’ve put together some worksheets of the key interventions from this workshop, and I’ll be emailing those (handing them out) after the event. These worksheets are not exhaustive, but they

Question 5

Do these techniques work with neurodivergent kids?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. These techniques have been used successfully with neurodivergent kids over the years. Of course, some techniques may need modification, chunking, or language adjustments.

Question 6

How do I know if my kid/teen has anxiety or if it’s just a phase?

Accepted Answer

While there are clinical definitions for anxiety, my rule of thumb is if it’s disrupting general life, it’s something that needs to be addressed. If it’s getting in the way of things your child or teen would like to do because they are avoiding or getting regularly overwhelmed, then it may be time t

Question 7

How long is the workshop?

Accepted Answer

The session lasts about 90 minutes, depending on group size and participation.

Question 8

Will I get any materials or resources?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Participants will receive a printable resource guide with key takeaways, example phrases, and family activities to continue the learning at home.

Question 9

Can teachers or school staff attend too?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. While it’s designed for parents, teachers and staff often find the tools and examples valuable for supporting students in the classroom.

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