Description
Are you having difficulty getting your children to listen? Well, you are not alone! One of the most common questions parents ask is, “How do I get my children to listen to me?” In this 2-part interactive workshop, we will focus on communication techniques that motivate children to listen and respond appropriately. Some of the concepts we will explore include acknowledging feelings, I-messages, choices, body language, and context. Emphasis will be placed on ways of expressing our feelings and needs and maintaining open avenues of communication with children while setting limits on behavior. You will leave this workshop with a host of communication strategies and specific language you can use when communicating with your children.
Susan Krupp is a PCI-certified* parent coach and educator with 25 years of experience working with parents individually and in groups. Participants in her interactive workshops appreciate her ability to blend expertise with warmth and humor. She creates a supportive nonjudgmental space where parents can reflect on their parenting, learn new practical approaches to challenges, and develop greater confidence. Susan holds a bachelor’s degree from Brown University and a master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania. She conducted research at Harvard University on studies about temperament and spent many years facilitating parenting education workshops and professional development programs for adults who work with children. Susan also worked with Families First Parenting Programs developing parenting education curriculum and providing parent educator training and supervision. Susan’s extensive experience working with parents includes having served as a Senior Consultant and Program Director for Parenting Resource Associates. As the parent of two young adults, Susan understands firsthand the joys and complexities of raising a family.
* PCI-certified parent coach indicates completion of a year-long graduate level parent coaching certification program through the Parent Coaching Institute.
This class is for parents of children ages 3 to 12.
