For centuries, parents felt they were doing good job if they managed to raise their children to adulthood.  Today we have more stressors, challenges and obstacles in our quest to raise our children. 

Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP Program) is especially for parents who need simple strategies to meet the needs of both their typically developing children as well as their children with special needs.  The objective is to help parents gain parenting skills, understand their children’s behavior and build self-esteem, communication and healthy family relationships.

Topics that will be covered in this training include: how a child’s personality, social skills, belief systems and lifestyle develop as the child grows from baby to child to adolescent.   We will discuss behavior/misbehavior-what it is and what it is not.  We will cover how to recognize the purpose of a child’s behavior and deal with it.  We will talk about natural and logical consequences, rewards and punishments and the pros and cons.  We will learn ways to handle crying, temper tantrums, toilet training, lying, jealousy, and inappropriate public behavior.

Step by Step also has a monthly topical Parent Group.  Monthly topics include advocacy, transition issues, parent resources, and handling play dates.

Child care is available upon request and reservation.