Parenting Skills Workshops (PSW)

Based on the provided information, it seems like you're outlining a series of weekly sessions aimed at improving communication between parents and their children. The sessions are structured to cover various aspects of effective parenting, with a focus on listening skills, emotional understanding, and problem-solving strategies. Here's a summary of the program based on the content you've provided:

Week 1: Understanding Emotions

Objective: Teach parents how to recognize and understand their own emotions as well as those of their children.

• Topic: The nature of emotions in children and adults, and why they are important.
• Homework: Observe your child's emotional expressions and reflect on how you respond to them.

Week 2: Reflective Listening

Objective: Teach parents the skill of reflective listening to help children feel understood.

• Topic: The importance of being heard and how not listening can affect children.
• Homework: Practice reflective listening with your child and note any changes in their behavior or communication.

Week 3: Can Not Listening Hurt My Child?

Objective: Explore the consequences of not listening to children.

• Topic: The impact of being ignored or misunderstood on children's development and behavior.
• Homework: Continue practicing reflective listening and observe any long-term effects on your child's communication.

Week 4: Reflective Listening Continued

Objective: Deepen the practice of reflective listening and its impact on the parent-child relationship.

• Topic: How to create a safe space for communication and the importance of setting aside time to listen.
• Homework: Further practice reflective listening and share experiences with other parents.

Week 5: Effective Communication

Objective: Teach children how to explore alternatives and express their ideas and feelings without being dependent on advice from adults.

• Topic: The difference between giving advice and helping children think through solutions, and why the latter is more beneficial.
• Homework: Begin using "I messages" with your child and encourage them to explore alternatives to their problems.

Week 5 Homework Details:

1. I Statements Template: Use this to help express feelings without blaming others.
2. Parenting Phrases to Soothe and Support: These phrases can be used to support children while they are exploring alternatives.
3. Tips for Parents: Offers guidance on how to communicate effectively with children.

About the Facilitator:

Dr. S. Judah is a clinical psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience providing clinical support and education in California, focusing on diversity and inclusivity.

This program seems to be designed to empower parents with the skills necessary to foster healthy emotional development in their children, encouraging independence and effective communication from an early age. The use of homework assignments and reflection promotes active learning and application of the concepts discussed in the sessions.