With a dose of humor and practical examples, participants will learn why and how to use emotion-focused communication skills to strengthen relationships, increase cooperation and respond more flexibly to strong emotional reactions in children and teens, including silence. The presenter will also demonstrate the approach with a real-life scenario. Suitable for clinicians, educators and caregivers of children and teenagers.

EXPERT PANELIST: Dr. Adele Lafrance

Dr. Adele Lafrance is a clinical psychologist, research scientist and co-developer of emotion-focused treatment modalities, including Emotion-Focused School Support. A frequent keynote speaker at professional conferences, Adele has published extensively in the field of emotion and health, including a clinical manual to support families published by the American Psychological Association. She’s also written a popular parenting book titled: What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work. Adele and her colleagues also offer practical resources to parents and caregivers at no cost via her website (www.mentalhealthfoundations.ca).

DATE: March 17th, 2021, 12pm-1pm ET