Call SFCC Irvine for Topic.

Join Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT and Sara Soria, MSW
5-6pm (PST) 8-9pm (EST) Via Zoom

The purpose of this group is to support the child's parents in understanding, managing, and coping with the process of returning to school. Dr. Rodriguez will discuss some of the challenges of going back to school, including school refusal and lack of school's motivation.

3:30-4:30 pm (EST) 12:30-1:30 pm (PST) (via Zoom)

Call SFCC Irvine for Topic.

Join Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT and Sara Soria, MSW
5-6pm (PST) 8-9pm (EST) Via Zoom

The purpose of this group is to support the child's parents in understanding, managing, and coping with the process of returning to school. Dr. Rodriguez will discuss some of the challenges of going back to school, including school refusal and lack of school's motivation.

3:30-4:30 pm (EST) 12:30-1:30 pm (PST) (via Zoom)

Parents can make a lasting, positive impact on their children’s physical and emotional health by being actively involved in daily routines—especially when it comes to hygiene and nutrition. Small actions, consistency, and thoughtful guidance help shape lifelong healthy habits.

Join Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT and Sara Soria, MSW
5-6pm (PST) 8-9pm (EST) Via Zoom

Parents who respect themselves and one another help create a nurturing environment that supports a child’s healthy emotional and social development. At Stepping Forward Counseling Center, we recognize that a parent’s emotional wellness is a vital part of effective, compassionate parenting.

Join Dr. Mitchell Shaffer, PhD, LMFT and Sara Soria, MSW
5-6pm (PST) 8-9pm (EST) Via Zoom

Struggling to connect with your child? You're not alone. Join Dr. Rodriguez for Part II of our Parent Telehealth Support Group, focused on strengthening communication between parents and the children in their care.

3:30-4:30 pm (EST) 12:30-1:30 pm (PST) (via Zoom)

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Time: 5-6pm (PST) 8-9pm (EST) Via Zoom
Warm and empathic communication with children increases understanding and decreases frustration between children and parents, improves relationships, and reinforces attachments needed for healthy development.

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Time: 5-6pm (PST) 8-9pm (EST) Via Zoom
When parents provide good supervision and spend quality time with my child, I promote positive behavior.

3:30-4:30 pm (EST) 12:30-1:30 pm (PST) (via Zoom)

Time: 3-4pm (PST) 6-7pm (EST) Via Zoom
Parents influence and shape their children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) (via Zoom)
Overall Impact of Diet on Mental Health

4-6pm (EST) * IN PERSON + ZOOM.
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6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT)

Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

6:30-7:30 pm (ET) 3:30-4:30 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

This support group is Part II of “Dealing with sibling rivalry”. The purpose of this group will be to support the child’s parents in developing a better understanding of why siblings fight. Dr. Rodriguez will review the steps parents can take to improve sibling relationships and discuss strategies to manage sibling conflict.

6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

Participants will learn about the difference between hunger and cravings. They will learn to identify the cues of hunger vs craving and how to manage them. They will also learn about the relationship between mood, hunger and cravings.

6-7:00 pm (ET) 3-4:00 pm (PT)

Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will begin to learn about the Interpersonal Effectiveness Module.

6:30-7:30 pm (ET) 3:30-4:30 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

The purpose of this group will be to support the child’s parents in developing a better understanding of why siblings fight. We will explore the causes of the sibling conflicts.

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT)

Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will begin to learn about the Interpersonal Effectiveness Module.

6:30-8:00 pm (ET) 3:30-5:00 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

The purpose of this group is to support the child’s parents in understanding, managing, and coping with the digital era, so that they are better able to support and guide the children in their care.

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT)

Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will begin to learn about the Interpersonal Effectiveness Module.

6:30-8:00 pm (ET) 3:30-5:00 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

The purpose of this group is to support the child’s parents in understanding, managing, and coping with the digital era, so that they are better able to support and guide the children in their care.

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT)

Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will begin to learn about the Interpersonal Effectiveness Module.

6:30-8:00 pm (ET) 3:30-5:00 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

The purpose of this group is to support the child’s parents in understanding, managing, and coping with the digital era, so that they are better able to support and guide the children in their care.

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT)

Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will begin to learn about the emotion regulation module.

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

Learn about the importance of antioxidants and phytonutrients in the diet and its impact on mental health. Identify foods that are rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients that can have a positive impact on their mental health and overall self-esteem.

6:30-8:00 pm (ET) 3:30-5:00 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

Understanding the importance of self-esteem in the development of children & teenagers. The signs of unhealthy and healthy self-esteem will be discussed.

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT)

Participants will learn about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and will begin to learn about the emotion regulation module.

Dialectical Behavioral Skills Training Groups (DBT) Part lV

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT)

Members learn skills in the areas of distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relating. Groups focus on improving one’s ability to handle distress without losing control and acting destructively.

6-7:30 pm (ET) 3-4:30 pm (PT) (via Zoom)

Members will learn about the importance of fiber in the diet and its impact on mental health. They will learn to identify foods that are rich in fiber and their impact on overall mental health and self esteem. Members will also learn how aspects of their current emotions and symptoms correlate with their current diet and ways to foster change as needed.