FAMILY WORKSHOPS

This workshop offers children the distinctions of touch as communication.  The workshop is experiential and is based on current research on the value of attentive touch for children, from babies to teens, in calming and comforting oneself and others, thinking more clearly, and generating a positive attitude towards oneself and others.  Relationship skills are cultivated, and the participants discover how to create and foster safety, security, predictability, and trust in their experience of life. 

Particularly for children up to 12 years of age, attentive touch supports the ability to be comfortable and comforted, and also regulates healthy growth for the physiological, mental, and socio-economic systems. The skills learned enhance bonding, language development, integrated thinking, emotional well-being, self expression, and respectful social relationships.

Objectives for the Workshop

The participant distinguishes "attentive touch communication" as a way of touching a person and talking to a person so tht the person feels safe, respected, cared for, and loved.

The participant builds confidence and trust in being in communication with another person.

The participant recognizes the language of babies and children, as well as peers, and looks for and respects cues of engagement or disengagement.

The participant is empowered in self-expression and self regulation.

The participant is able to engage with peers, younger children, older children, and adults, recognizing safety, security, predictability, and trust.

The participant is aware of current research that supports the practice of attentive touch communication and is provided resources for support throughout the developing years and into adulthood.

CALIFORNIA PARENTING INSTITUTE - CPI

To Be Announced

10:30AM - Noon

$25 per family

For Parents and Children (ages from Talking up to 12 Years)