Parenting Class for Women Who Have Known Violence

AN EMPATHY BASED PARADIGM FOR WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN

Many mothers need support to begin their own healing and to support their children after experiencing violence.

This ten session course will help women to learn a philosophy and practice of parenting that is based on empathy and compassion. It will provide the opportunity for mothers to receive support from other women who have experienced violence.

NOW TUESDAYS
6:00pm – 8:00pm

CHILDCARE PROVIDED

Registration Required for New Participants

Fee:
Registration Fee: $25
Class Fee: $10-$30 individual
On a sliding scale.
Classes provided in English.
If you are interested in a Spanish class, please call to get on a waiting list.

Topics will include:
* Developing a connected relationship with your children
* Creating a safe and peaceful environment for you and your children.
* Learning self-regulation and teaching your children to regulate their nervous system.
* Talking with your children about the violence they may have witnessed, heard, or felt.
* Talking about your children’s feelings about the perpetrator.
*Teach your child to express his/her anger in a safe way

Location:
The Echo Center
1226 N Alvarado St
Los Angeles, CA 90026.

Contact Azucena Ortiz at 213.484.6676 ext 311 or aortiz@theechocenter.org to register or for more information.