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To keep in step with the trauma-informed practices being considered in the schools, it's important to take that same trauma informed perspective into the home. When moving away from traditional parenting techniques, the difference in using trauma informed methods can be evident in the relationship success you create with your child. Strategies shared will improve your communication & connection reducing challenging behaviors. Build your home and family on a foundation that encourages long-term healing and personal growth through trauma-informed parenting!
This training fulfils: Section 8-01 (e)(1)(6)(7) of the Written Directives for Resource Parents. Certificates will be provided to those that complete the class and registration materials.
Your Instructor: Dr. Judy Sullivan Osterhage is a Parent Coach Consultant with Parenting Matters & an Early Childhood Specialist. She holds a Doctorate in Elementary Education, and with that, has brought educational trainings to foster and adoptive parents for over 30 years. Judy's research focuses on early trauma effects on brain development and behavior. Judy's classes are informative and enjoyable...come and benefit from her wealth of experience!
