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Parent Workshop: Using Play to Build Connection and Cooperation
$300.00
$300.00
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An in-person parenting workshop for parents of kids ages 3–12
Looking for a more peaceful, connected relationship with your child?
Join this engaging, practical workshop led by Christine M. Valentin, a Registered Play Therapist, to and learn how to use play to improve behavior, reduce power struggles, and build a stronger bond with your child. To learn more about what this workshop will cover, scroll down 👇🏽
Deadline to RSVP is Saturday, July 26th and seating is limited to 4 participants.
Looking for a more peaceful, connected relationship with your child?
Join this engaging, practical workshop led by Christine M. Valentin, a Registered Play Therapist, to and learn how to use play to improve behavior, reduce power struggles, and build a stronger bond with your child. To learn more about what this workshop will cover, scroll down 👇🏽
Deadline to RSVP is Saturday, July 26th and seating is limited to 4 participants.
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Join this engaging, practical workshop led by Christine M. Valentin, a Registered Play Therapist, to learn how to use play reduce power struggles and build a stronger bond with your child. To learn more about what this workshop will cover,
📍 Location: 219 South Street, New Providence, NJ 07974
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, August 9 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
🎯 For Parents of Children Ages 3–12
✅In this workshop, you will learn:
Why attend this training?
This small, interactive, and in-person training will provide you with:
This workshop is for you if you:
👍🏽are curious about how play can help with reducing tantrums and opposition
👍🏽want tools that are gentle, practical, and grounded in neuroscience and play therapy
👍🏽wants to feel more confident, calm, and connected as a parent
👍🏽want to have more fun with your child that doesn't entail electronics
👍🏽want to learn how to adapt games that can be played with siblings of different ages
This training is not for you if:
🚫you're looking for a quick-fix or behavior control method (e.g., strict discipline, punishment systems, or compliance-based techniques)
🚫You’re not open to learning through reflection, discussion, or play.
🚫You're looking for a therapy session for yourself or your child (this is a parent education and skills workshop, not direct child therapy)
FAQs
Q: Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 3–12 who are looking for practical, play-based tools to build cooperation, reduce power struggles, and strengthen their relationship with their child.
Q: Do I bring my child with me?
No — this workshop is for parents only, so you can fully focus and participate. If childcare is a barrier, I recommend making arrangements in advance of purchasing your ticket.
Q: What’s the format of the workshop?
This is a 3-hour, in-person interactive session. It includes brief teaching segments, real-life examples, live demonstrations, small group discussion, and practical handouts you can take home. Bathroom breaks and snack breaks will also occur.
Q: What if I sign up but can't attend?
I understand that life with children is unpredictable. Here's my cancellation & refund policy:
Q: Will this help if my child has special needs (ADHD, a specific sensory or physical need)?
While my hope is that this workshop will help each attendee with their child's needs, you should know that I DO NOT specialize in working with children with certain neurodivergent or physical needs and therefore can not say whether this workshop will help with your specific situation.
My recommendation is to contact me via email or phone to learn more about whether I think you should attend this workshop based on what you share.
Q: Is this therapy?
No — this is a parent education workshop, not a therapy session. It will give you therapeutic tools and insights to use at home, but it is not a substitute for individual or family therapy.
Q: Will I be required to participate in the activities?
No, but you should know that one of the best ways to learn, is to have to be willing to try some of the games and activities that I will show everyone. You are not, however, required to do the activities, nor will I ask you to.
Q: I’m not really a playful parent… will this still help me?
Absolutely. You don’t need to be silly or theatrical to use the tools I teach, but you will need a willingness to be playful. This workshop will show you how to use simple, everyday moments to bring playfulness into your interactions— no pretend tea parties required. I'll help you find a style that fits you as long as you have a willingness to try.
Have other questions? Feel free to email me.
📍 Location: 219 South Street, New Providence, NJ 07974
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, August 9 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
🎯 For Parents of Children Ages 3–12
✅In this workshop, you will learn:
- Playful and positive strategies to reduce yelling, bribes, and time-outs.
- Games you can play that don’t require screens or much time to play
- How playing, even for short periods of time can fill both you and your child's love bucket
- That you are not alone in your struggle to raise a confident, strong, happy child
Why attend this training?
This small, interactive, and in-person training will provide you with:
- an opportunity to learn firsthand from a Registered Play Therapist who specializes in working reducing 3-8 year old's tantrums and meltdowns
- one on one guidance on how to play games that will help you better connect with your child
- a chance to reconnect with the childhood games that you loved as a child and learn how to show and adapt them to your child(ren)
- an ability to ask and get your questions answers
- Hear different perspectives from other parents in the room and what has/hasn't worked for them
This workshop is for you if you:
👍🏽are curious about how play can help with reducing tantrums and opposition
👍🏽want tools that are gentle, practical, and grounded in neuroscience and play therapy
👍🏽wants to feel more confident, calm, and connected as a parent
👍🏽want to have more fun with your child that doesn't entail electronics
👍🏽want to learn how to adapt games that can be played with siblings of different ages
This training is not for you if:
🚫you're looking for a quick-fix or behavior control method (e.g., strict discipline, punishment systems, or compliance-based techniques)
🚫You’re not open to learning through reflection, discussion, or play.
🚫You're looking for a therapy session for yourself or your child (this is a parent education and skills workshop, not direct child therapy)
FAQs
Q: Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 3–12 who are looking for practical, play-based tools to build cooperation, reduce power struggles, and strengthen their relationship with their child.
Q: Do I bring my child with me?
No — this workshop is for parents only, so you can fully focus and participate. If childcare is a barrier, I recommend making arrangements in advance of purchasing your ticket.
Q: What’s the format of the workshop?
This is a 3-hour, in-person interactive session. It includes brief teaching segments, real-life examples, live demonstrations, small group discussion, and practical handouts you can take home. Bathroom breaks and snack breaks will also occur.
Q: What if I sign up but can't attend?
I understand that life with children is unpredictable. Here's my cancellation & refund policy:
- Full refund if canceled 7 or more days before the workshop
- No refund for cancellations made within 7 days of the event
- You may also transfer your registration to another parent with notice
Q: Will this help if my child has special needs (ADHD, a specific sensory or physical need)?
While my hope is that this workshop will help each attendee with their child's needs, you should know that I DO NOT specialize in working with children with certain neurodivergent or physical needs and therefore can not say whether this workshop will help with your specific situation.
My recommendation is to contact me via email or phone to learn more about whether I think you should attend this workshop based on what you share.
Q: Is this therapy?
No — this is a parent education workshop, not a therapy session. It will give you therapeutic tools and insights to use at home, but it is not a substitute for individual or family therapy.
Q: Will I be required to participate in the activities?
No, but you should know that one of the best ways to learn, is to have to be willing to try some of the games and activities that I will show everyone. You are not, however, required to do the activities, nor will I ask you to.
Q: I’m not really a playful parent… will this still help me?
Absolutely. You don’t need to be silly or theatrical to use the tools I teach, but you will need a willingness to be playful. This workshop will show you how to use simple, everyday moments to bring playfulness into your interactions— no pretend tea parties required. I'll help you find a style that fits you as long as you have a willingness to try.
Have other questions? Feel free to email me.