This is a nine-week, evidence-based parenting series designed especially for parents with a mental illness. This series utilizes the Nurturing Parenting Program but addresses the special challenges of parenting with a mental illness and the impact parental mental illness has on the children. Classes are two hours each for nine weeks. Class is facilitated by a bachelor's-level mental health professional and a Certified Peer Specialist. Food and supplies included.
Class #1: Understanding Nurturing and Creating Goals
Class #2: Growth and Development I
Class #3: Growth and Development II
Class #4: Identifying and Understanding Feelings
Class #5: Communication Skills and Empathy
Class #6: Building Self-Worth and Personal Power
Class #7: Nurturing Routines and Family Rules
Class #8: Alternatives to Spanking
Class #9: Rewarding Good Behaviors
Other topics covered throughout the 9 weeks include:
For more information, or to refer yourself or someone else to this class, please call Mental Health America at 414.276.3122.