Balanced and Brave: Brain-Based Parenting for Big Feelings

Your child is not “too much.” You’re not doing it wrong. You’re doing something brave: showing up with love, even when it’s hard.

This 4-part online series will guide you through balanced, brain-based parenting strategies to help your child feel safe, connected, and supported, all while strengthening your relationship.

Whether you’re waiting for therapy services or just need some calm in the chaos, this workshop is your roadmap to connection, regulation, and resilience.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to reduce meltdowns and sensory overload
• The science behind big emotions (and how to respond calmly)
• Simple co-regulation tools for everyday parenting
• How to build trust and routine without punishment
• Ways to support sleep, emotional safety, and resilience

Grounded In:

1. Trauma-informed neuroscience
2. Respectful, relationship-based parenting
3. Strategies for neurodiverse and sensory-sensitive kids

Perfect For:

1. Parents & caregivers of children waiting for therapy services
2. Families navigating big behaviors or emotional dysregulation
3. Anyone who wants to replace power struggles with connection

Workshop Details:

1. Four live sessions (60 minutes) with time for Q&A
2. Weekly topics and printable resources
3. Recordings available if you can’t attend live
4. Hosted on Zoom (link provided upon registration)

Dates: Mondays, February 2 – March 2, 12:00-1:00 pm. *No class on February 16.

Registration: https://bit.ly/49acnCo

Questions? Email familycare@encompassnw.org or call us at 425.888.3347.