The divorce/separation of one’s parents is a major event in the life of a child. Consider the Children is a 4-hour parenting class focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

Topics include:

• Grief and loss
• Stress indicators in children
• The long-term impact of parental conflict on children
• Communication skills for parents who live separately
• Strategies to help children in transition through visits

Consider the Children Seminar Workshops meet Lewis, Mason Pierce, and Thurston County Superior Court requirements mandating attendance at a four (4)-hour class designated to address the impact family restructuring has on children. All instructors have been approved by the courts. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance to give to your attorney, or file with the court clerk.This VIRTUAL 4-hour live seminar is focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

If you do not have access to a computer, you will also be able to access the class via phone call, tablet, or other smart device!

Register and submit payment by filling out the online form.

A fee of $50 will be charged to participants. Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

This 4-hour class designed to assist parents in supporting children who have witnessed, or have been affected by domestic violence. Classes are gender specific

Topics include:

• What is Domestic Violence?
• .To what extent are children impacted by domestic violence?
• What can parents do to help children?
• What actions should parents avoid?
• What are strategies for parenting after violence?
• How do Moms and Dads interact after domestic violence?
• What is the long-term impact of parental conflict on children?

Impact of Domestic Violence satisfies mandated parenting class requirements. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance.

Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

This 4-hour class designed to assist parents in supporting children who have witnessed, or have been affected by domestic violence. Classes are gender specific

Topics include:

• What is Domestic Violence?
• To what extent are children impacted by domestic violence?
• What can parents do to help children?
• What actions should parents avoid?
• What are strategies for parenting after violence?
• How do Moms and Dads interact after domestic violence?
• What is the long-term impact of parental conflict on children?

Impact of Domestic Violence satisfies mandated parenting class requirements. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance.

Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

Our 14-week, research-based class for parents uses the Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) Curriculum, supplemented with discussion and presentations. It is designed to address past parenting behaviors, present family interactions, and assist parents in planning for a healthy family future. This behavior-based approach to parenting encourages parents to recognize the value of taking responsibility for the choices they make and actions they take.

We are a contracted provider with DSHS Children’s Services. Upon completion of this class you will receive a certificate of completion.

Refund Policy

Our 14-week, research-based class for parents uses the Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) Curriculum, supplemented with discussion and presentations. It is designed to address past parenting behaviors, present family interactions, and assist parents in planning for a healthy family future. This behavior-based approach to parenting encourages parents to recognize the value of taking responsibility for the choices they make and actions they take.

We are a contracted provider with DSHS Children’s Services. Upon completion of this class you will receive a certificate of completion.

Refund Policy

Our 14-week, research-based class for parents uses the Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) Curriculum, supplemented with discussion and presentations. It is designed to address past parenting behaviors, present family interactions, and assist parents in planning for a healthy family future. This behavior-based approach to parenting encourages parents to recognize the value of taking responsibility for the choices they make and actions they take.

We are a contracted provider with DSHS Children’s Services. Upon completion of this class you will receive a certificate of completion.

Refund Policy

Guiando Buenas Decisiones       

Serie Criando Juntos

Esta serie de capacitación gratuita de 6 semanas basada en evidencia para padres y cuidadores está diseñada para ayudar a las familias a guiar a los niños a través del éxito en el hogar, la escuela y en la vida. Y ayudar a familias para fortalecer y clarificar las expectativas de comportamiento, mejorar las condiciones que promueven la unión dentro de la familia y enseñar habilidades que permitan a los niños resistir el consumo de drogas exitosamente. La serie combina debates, conferencias, actividades grupales y el apoyo social positivo de los compañeros para abordar las preocupaciones comunes de la crianza. Al finalizar esta serie recibirá un certificado de finalización.

Esta clase es impartida en español por un instructor de habla hispana. This class is taught in Spanish by a Spanish speaking instructor.

Our 14-week, research-based class for parents uses the Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) Curriculum, supplemented with discussion and presentations. It is designed to address past parenting behaviors, present family interactions, and assist parents in planning for a healthy family future. This behavior-based approach to parenting encourages parents to recognize the value of taking responsibility for the choices they make and actions they take.

We are a contracted provider with DSHS Children’s Services. Upon completion of this class you will receive a certificate of completion.

Refund Policy