Parenting the Teen Brain – Understanding Adolescents with Empathy & Skill

Neuroscience-informed insights for connecting through the teenage years. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

Calm, consistent approaches for emotional and behavioural boundaries. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

A practical workshop to help parent’s slowdown in heated moments, manage emotional triggers, and choose calm, intentional responses — even when kids push every button. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:30 PM – 12:00 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

Learn how unrealistic expectations and comparison steal your joy — and discover how to embrace “good enough” parenting with self-compassion and confidence. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Thursday, February 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

A strengths-based workshop to help parents nurture confidence, problem-solving, and emotional flexibility in their children — even in challenging times. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

A compassionate space for parents who love their kids deeply but are struggling to enjoy the daily grind — learn gentle tools to manage overwhelm, guilt, and exhaustion. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Thursday, February 19, 2026, 10:30 PM – 12:00 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

Practical, brain-based strategies for big feelings. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

Tools for families facing relocation, divorce, illness, or loss. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

Turning arguments into moments of learning and connection. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

Practical tools for emotional regulation, pacing, and boundaries. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

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