PARENT SUPPORT GROUP WORKSHOPS
Our workshops are open to SFCC clients on both the East and West Coasts—wherever you are, we’d love for you to join us.
*Parent Support Group workshops are primarily offered via Zoom. Occasionally, select workshops may be held in person.
SFCC Parent Support Group Workshops provide parents and caregivers with practical, evidence-based tools in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Workshops are led by a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including Melissa, LPC (DBT) ; Eliza, Behavioral Educator; Aaron, Board Certified Music Therapist; Adila, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist; Dr. Rodríguez-Loyola, Licensed Psychologist, and Dr. Shaffer, PhD, LMFT.
Parents Self-care and Long-term Success
1:30-2:30pm (ET) 10:30-11:30am (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Eliza, Behavioral Educator
In this session, parents will recognize the importance of self-care in effectively managing their child’s behavior.
Omega 3 Fats Antioxidants, Phytonutrients and their role in the diet and reducing inflammation
6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Adila, RDN
Discover how nutrition supports both physical and emotional well-being. In this workshop, participants will learn about the powerful role Omega-3 fats, antioxidants, and phytonutrients play in reducing inflammation, supporting brain health, and promoting overall wellness.
DBT - Intro to Interpersonal Effectiveness Module lll
6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
In this session, participants will begin to discuss the interpersonal effectiveness module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Self - Esteem
Facilitator: Dr. Rodriguez-Loyola, PhD
The purpose of this group is to support the child’s parents in understanding importance of self-esteem in the development of the children & teenagers. The signs of unhealthy and healthy self-esteem will be discussed.
DBT - Intro to Interpersonal Effectiveness Module ll
6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
In this session, participants will begin to discuss the interpersonal effectiveness module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Homework Routines and School Collaboration
1:30-2:30pm (ET) 10:30-11:30am (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Eliza, Behavioral Educator
In this session, parents will learn effective strategies for managing school-related behaviors and supporting homework success.
Parent Support
Facilitator: Dr. Shaffer, PhD, LMFT
4:30-5:30pm (PST) 1:30-2:30pm (EST) Via Zoom
This parent support group offers a safe, understanding space to connect with other caregivers while learning the power of validation in supporting your child’s emotional growth. Together, we’ll focus on feeling heard, building empathy, and strengthening relationships with children.
Parent Support and Education - When Kids Lie + What Parents Can Do About It Part ll
Facilitator: Dr. Rodriguez-Loyola, PhD
DBT - Intro to Interpersonal Effectiveness Module
6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
In this session, participants will begin to discuss the interpersonal effectiveness module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Parent Support
Facilitator: Dr. Shaffer, PhD, LMFT
4:30-5:30pm (PST) 1:30-2:30pm (EST) Via Zoom
This parent support group offers a safe, understanding space to connect with other caregivers while learning the power of validation in supporting your child’s emotional growth. Together, we’ll focus on feeling heard, building empathy, and strengthening relationships with children.
Parent Support and Education-When Kids Lie + What Parents Can Do About It Part l
Facilitator: Dr. Rodriguez-Loyola, PhD
Dr. Rodriguez will provide tips for what parents can do to address their kids when they lie.
Teaching Emotional Regulation and Coping Skills
1:30-2:30pm (ET) 10:30-11:30am (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Eliza, Behavioral Educator
In this session, parents will learn strategies to help children recognize and express their emotions in healthy ways. Caregivers will be guided in teaching coping skills that can replace problem behaviors, while also practicing emotion coaching techniques to support their child’s emotional growth and resilience.
DBT Intro to Emotion Regulation Module Part lV
6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
Participants will continue to learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will continue to discuss the emotion regulation module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Teaching Emotional Regulation and Coping Skills
1:30-2:30pm (ET) 10:30-11:30am (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Eliza Gutman, Behavioral Educator
In this session, parents will learn strategies to help children recognize and express their emotions in healthy ways.
Mindfulness - Being in the Present Moment Grounding Self and Muscle Relaxation
6:30-7:30 pm (ET) 3:30-4:30 pm (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Aaron Kurtz, Board Certified Music Therapist
This workshop is to assist parents in not only understanding the music that their child is exposed to but also, how music can be used therapeutically to increase cognitive and emotional well-being.
Parent Support
Facilitator: Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT
4:30-5:30pm (PST) 1:30-2:30pm (EST) Via Zoom
This parent support group offers a safe, understanding space to connect with other caregivers while learning the power of validation in supporting your child’s emotional growth. Together, we’ll focus on feeling heard, building empathy, and strengthening relationships with children.
DBT Intro to Emotion Regulation Module Part lll
6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
Participants will continue to learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will continue to discuss the emotion regulation module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Hunger vs. Craving - In person Cooking Workshop
In person Cooking Workshop Time 3:30-4:45
Facilitator: Miss Adila Fakhar, RDN
Menu: Salmon Sliders with Chopped Salad Chocolate Chia Pudding
Join us for an interactive cooking workshop where participants will explore the difference between physical hunger and emotional cravings. Through hands-on learning, you’ll discover how to recognize the body’s natural hunger cues, identify common triggers for cravings, and develop strategies to manage them effectively. The workshop will also highlight the important connection between mood, hunger, and cravings, helping participants build healthier relationships with food while preparing simple, nourishing recipes together.
Parent Support
Facilitator: Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT
4:30-5:30pm (PST) 1:30-2:30pm (EST) Via Zoom
This parent support group offers a safe, understanding space to connect with other caregivers while learning the power of validation in supporting your child’s emotional growth. Together, we’ll focus on feeling heard, building empathy, and strengthening relationships with children.
DBT Intro to Emotion Regulation Module Part ll
6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
Participants will continue to learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will continue to discuss the emotion regulation module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Managing Tantrums, Aggression and Defiance
1:30-2:30pm (ET) 10:30-11:30am (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Eliza Gutman, Behavioral Educator
In this session, parents will learn strategies for responding calmly to severe behaviors while maintaining consistency and control.
Parent Support and Education Understanding Power Struggles
Facilitator: Dr. Rodriguez-Loyola, PhD
The Importance of Validation Part ll
4:30-5:30pm (PST) 1:30-2:30pm (EST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT
This parent support group offers a safe, understanding space to connect with other caregivers while learning the power of validation in supporting your child’s emotional growth. Together, we’ll focus on feeling heard, building empathy, and strengthening relationships with children.
DBT Intro to Emotion Regulation Module Part l
6-7:00 pm (EST) 3-4:00 pm (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will begin to discuss the emotion regulation module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Technology and Children Part lll
6:30-7:30 pm (EST) 3:30-4:30 pm (PST) (via Zoom)
Facilitator Dr. Rodriguez
Dr. Rodriguez will provide tips to help families manage the ever-changing digital landscape. Participants will discuss the positive aspects of teaching positive use of technology and smartphones. In addition, participants will discuss how to create Internet use and smartphone contracts. Lastly, Dr. Rodriguez will provide recommendations regarding the top parental control apps available in 2026
The Importance of Validation
Facilitator: Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT
4:30-5:30pm (PST) 1:30-2:30pm (EST) Via Zoom
This parent support group offers a safe, understanding space to connect with other caregivers while learning the power of validation in supporting your child’s emotional growth. Together, we’ll focus on feeling heard, building empathy, and strengthening relationships with children.
DBT Intro to Distress Tolerance Module Part lV
6-7:00 pm (EST) 3-4:00 pm (PST) Via Zoom
Facilitator: Miss Melissa, LPC, NCC, SAC
Participants will continue to learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will continue to discuss the distress tolerance module. Participants will discuss how to apply the protocols and procedures within the module.
Reinforcement Systems
1:30-2:30pm (ET) 10:30-11:30am (PST) via Zoom
Facilitator: Eliza Gutman, Behavioral Educator
This session will help parents learn practical ways to strengthen positive behavior using reinforcement. Caregivers will be guided in creating simple, effective reward systems such as token charts or point systems that motivate children and encourage cooperation. Parents will also explore strategies for gradually fading reinforcement, so children can build independence and maintain positive behavior without relying on constant rewards.
Song Writing - Self Expression and Social Skills
6:30-7:30 pm (ET) 3:30-4:30 pm (PST) via Zoom
Facilitator: Aaron Kurtz, Board Certified Music Therapist
This workshop is to assist parents in not only understanding the music that their child is exposed to but also, how music can be used therapeutically to increase cognitive and emotional well-being.