Free Informational Workshops
Remote workshops that offer helpful insight, tips and strategies for supporting your child's social-emotional development.
Upcoming Workshops
OCTOBER
Parenting Your Child with BIG Feelings
Join us to gain a deeper understanding of your child's big emotions and challenging behaviors. Drawing on her experience as a Parent Coach and Behavior Consultant, Nadine Maher will share practical strategies for managing these difficult moments in your home and community!
Audience: Caregivers with younger children, 2-8 years old
Facilitator: Nadine Maher, M.Ed., BCBA-LBA, Behavior Specialist & Parent Coach
Date: Wednesday, October 14th, 2026
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm ET
Registration Closes at 9:00 am on October 14th, 2026
NOVEMBER
Social Motivation with Dr. Spandana Nallapati, MD at Turtle Pediatrics
Join us as we explore how social motivation—the intrinsic drive to seek and engage in social connection—evolves through typical child development and how it presents distinctly in ADHD and autism. Understanding these distinct neurodevelopmental mechanisms helps clinicians and parents tailor interventions that support each child's unique communication and social profile.
Facilitator: Dr. Spandana Nallapati, MD
Date: Tuesday, November 17th, 2026
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm ET
Registration Closes at 9:00 am on November 17th, 2026
Past Workshops
Beyond ABCs: Preparing Your Child to Thrive This School Year
As a new school year approaches, many parents wonder how to best prepare their child for a successful transition. While academics are important, the skills that help children thrive often extend far beyond letters and numbers. Drawing on her experience as a kindergarten teacher and admissions consultant, Caitlin Hasson, Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Programs at Evolved Education Company, will share practical strategies for building the social-emotional, communication, and executive functioning skills that foster confidence, independence, resilience, and a smooth return to the classroom.
Audience: Caregivers with children in PreK-5th Grade
Facilitator: Caitlin Hasson, Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Programs at Evolved Education Company
Date: Wednesday, August 12th, 2026
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm ET
Location: GoogleMeet
The Power of Play
If you've ever wondered:
● Why does my child play the same games over and over?
● How can play help with anxiety, frustration, or big emotions?
● What does child-led play actually look like?
● How can I use play to strengthen my relationship with my child?
We invite you to join us for The Power of Play, a one-hour parent workshop exploring why play
is one of the most important tools for supporting children's emotional, social, and cognitive
development, presented by Dr. Alex Schira. Dr. Schira is a licensed clinical psychologist and
director of the Child & Family Program at Williamsburg Therapy Group.
Together we'll discuss:
● Why play is essential for healthy development.
● How play helps children process emotions and build resilience.
● What children's play can tell us about their inner world.
● Practical strategies for incorporating meaningful play into everyday family life.
Audience: Caregivers with students in grades K-12
Facilitator: Alex Schira PsyD
Date: Wednesday, August 5th, 2026
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm ET
Location: GoogleMeet