September 16, 2021 / by Lesley Friedland and the FamilyKind Team
“My humanity is bound up in yours, for we can only be human together.”
—Desmond Tutu, Anti-apartheid and human rights activist
Upcoming FamilyKind Happenings
FamilyKind in partnership with Queens Long Island Community Services INVITES YOU TO OUR VIRTUAL GROUP:
Who’s in Control: YOU OR YOUR ANGER?
This webinar will explore the important role family science can play for legal and mental health professionals assisting families.
When: Every Monday from October 4 – November 22, 2021 Time: 7:30 – 8:30 pm Where: On Zoom. You will receive the link upon registration. Cost: $80 for the entire 8 week session. Scholarships are available based on financial need. Facilitators: Paul Engel, DHL, LCSW and David Tzall Psy.D. Please call: 718-461-6393 for more information In our presentation, we will:
Define Family Science and its connection to divorcing families and family law
Address the challenges faced by the profession, in the past and currently
Identify nationally recognized organizations that are pillars of the family science profession
Emphasize the value of family science to the clients we serve and how you can incorporate it into your practice
Workshop Description:
In this eight-week virtual group, we will distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate expressions of anger. And we will explore positive strategies and responses to deal more effectively with anger.
The program will examine the role cultural diversity plays in our relationships, families, and communities, especially when families experience separation or divorce.
Sign Up for Our Online Parenting Class for Divorcing or Separating Parents (Court Approved!)
During COVID-19 parents needing court-approved parenting education for divorcing and separating families can take the online version of our class. This 4.5-hour class is approved by the Office of Court Administration and satisfies all New York State court mandates of parents experiencing divorce, separation or those who are unmarried co-parents. Click here for more information and to register for the class.
Parents have 30 days from the time they register to complete the class and may review any portions they desire.
For more information, contact info@familykind.org or call 212-769-3057.
Here is what parents who take FamilyKind’s online classes say:
“The principles of respectful parenting, and developing my own emotional health is the best way to develop my child’s emotional health.”
“A great environment, extremely helpful and insightful. I’m looking forward to change.” “I wish I knew about this class before.”