Parent and student workshopsPractical talks for parents. Real tools for students.
Parent evenings, parent series and student workshops for schools, parent associations, camps and youth programs. Every session brings psychology within reach, with strategies families and students can use the next day. Each one leaves time for questions.
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Educators and parents reached
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Schools, camps and organizations
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Invited back by the same school
C.Psych.
Clinical and health psychologist
Raising Digitally Healthy Kids
Parent talk · 90 minutes · Parents and caregivers
Screen time, first phones, social media and AI. Limits have their place, but on their own they only go so far. Technology isn’t going anywhere. This talk helps parents set limits that fit their child’s age and needs, while teaching the skills that make kids good digital citizens. That’s the part that matters most.
Parents leave with
- Four guiding questions for any tech decision
- A family media plan to fill in at home, covering screen-free zones and when the family unplugs
Topics
Topics for parents and students
Worry and anxiety
Responding to worry in ways that build a child’s confidence and independence.
Parents · Students
Helping Kids Through Worry · Brave Steps
02Big feelings and behaviour
Supporting children through big feelings while holding limits with warmth.
Parents
Big Feelings, Safe Limits
03Screens and technology
Limits that fit a child’s age, plus the skills that make good digital citizens.
Parents
Raising Digitally Healthy Kids
04Stress, body and health
How stress and worry show up in the body, including when a child has a health condition.
Parents · Students
Listening to Your Body
05Growing up
What to expect at each stage, from the early years to the teen years.
Parents · Teens
From Toddlers to Teenagers · Building You
06Parenting under pressure
Strategies that fit your family and still work on tired days.
Parents
Parenting You Can Keep Up
Have a different topic in mind?
Parent talks can be built around what your community is asking about.
Suggest a topic→Every talk and workshop includes
- A planning call to shape the session around your parents or students
- Session design, slides and facilitation
- A take-home handout. Workbooks can be added.
- Time for questions in every session
- In person or online
- Travel within Toronto and Halton Region
Training your staff? PD days and team sessions for teachers, camp staff and care teams are on the Staff Training page.
Get in touch
Planning a parent evening or student workshop?
Share a little about your group and what you’re hoping for. You’ll hear back to set up a 15-minute call, followed by a proposal.
- A discovery call
- A tailored proposal
- On the day
Questions
How far ahead should we book?
Two to three months ahead gives you the best choice of dates. Shorter timelines are often possible, so if your date is sooner, get in touch.
What does it cost?
Fees are flat and set by format. Workbooks are quoted separately. Travel within Toronto and Halton Region is included. You’ll receive the full rate card after the call.
How many people can attend?
Talks work for groups of any size, from a parent evening to a full school community. Workshops work best for up to about 25 people.
Can sessions be online?
Yes. Dr. Stella hosts sessions on Zoom for Healthcare. Your organization shares the link with participants.
Are sessions recorded?
No. Sessions are delivered live, so groups can talk openly.
Will students be asked to share anything personal?
No. No one is asked to disclose personal information. Taking part in any activity is optional.
Is this the same as therapy?
No. Sessions are education, not clinical services. They do not involve assessment or a therapeutic relationship.
What if we’re not sure what we need?
That’s often the best starting point. On the call, Dr. Stella will ask what your parents or students are facing. She’ll shape the session from there.