Description
Co-parenting classes are designed to equip parents with the skills and knowledge to navigate the challenges of raising children after separation or divorce, focusing on communication, conflict resolution, and creating a stable environment for the children. These classes are often court-mandated, particularly in cases involving custody disputes or divorce proceedings.
Key aspects of co-parenting classes:
Focus on the children:
Classes emphasize the importance of minimizing conflict and prioritizing the children's well-being during the transition and beyond.
Skill development:
They teach parents how to communicate effectively, manage emotions, and develop strategies for resolving disputes constructively.
Parenting plan development:
Some classes help parents create or refine parenting plans that outline schedules, responsibilities, and communication guidelines.
Court-ordered requirements:
Many courts require parents to complete co-parenting classes as part of divorce or custody orders.
Online and in-person options:
Classes are available both online and in-person, offering flexibility for parents with different needs and schedules.
Benefits of co-parenting classes:
Reduced conflict:
Classes help parents learn to manage conflict and communicate in a healthier way, minimizing stress for themselves and their children.
Improved communication:
Parents gain skills to communicate effectively with each other, leading to better cooperation and reduced misunderstandings.
Increased parental involvement:
Classes can encourage both parents to remain actively involved in their children's lives, even after separation.
Better child outcomes:
By fostering a more stable and supportive co-parenting relationship, classes can positively impact children's emotional well-being and development.
Class Size: Two Co-Parents
Hourly Fee: $75.00 per parent
Intake and Material(s) Fee: $100.00 ($50.00 per parent or by court order)
Fees include: All Material(s) and Certificate of Completion..
Program Length: (6) Two Hour sessions.. (12) One hour sessions.. Or By Court Order...
All Fees Are Split Evenly Between Co-Parents Unless There Is A Court Order Regarding Fees..
Group Therapist
In addition to Shannon being a Mental Health Provider, she is also a Nationally Certified Professional Mediator (NCPM), who is Certified in Family Law Mediation (CME). Shannon is also a Certified Specialist In Anger Management (CSAM), a Certified Specialist In Child and Adolescent Anger Management (CSCAAM), a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC), and a Parent Plan Coordinator/ Special Master (PPC). Shannon has completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and uses Gottman Method Couples Therapy in her practice.
Shannon has over 14 years of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, individuals, couples, and families from culturally diverse populations on a wide range of issues and concerns.
Shannon's approach is collaborative. She believes that by working together, a positive outcome is achievable. Shannon provides a warm, open, non-judgmental environment where one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are explored and discussed in an objective, respectful, empathetic manner.
Shannon is licensed in Arizona California, Colorado, Nevada and Texas.
At this time, Shannon only provide services virtually through a secure telehealth system.
Four things Shannon wants you to know before you begin therapy with her :
1. She wants treatment to work just as much as you do.
2. She is not judging you, and needs to hear all of your truth(s) in order to best support you. You can't heal what you won't reveal.
3. She can not and will not fight you for your healing.
What that means is: She will not work harder than you do. However, she will be right there beside you as the two of you navigate your Mental Health journey together.
4. If you don't connect with her, that's okay. Don't be afraid to try someone new, and keep trying until you find the right fit.
Shannon looks forward to working with you!
