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Parenting Tools
Let's face it. All of us reach a crisis situation - or two - at some point in our parenting careers. And that is why we have developed these resources for you. The most drastic developmental changes happen during adolescence. Parent-child conflict is inevitable during these years of necessary change. We can help you get through these critical years keeping your parental authority intact, while building a strong and influential relationship with your teen.
Every parent needs a little help every once in awhile. That's why we are committed to developing quality tools to lend a hand.
Our services include:
Keynote address, one to two hour seminars, full day workshops, parenting classes, teacher in-service training and TeleSeminars.
The organizations we work with want to make a difference in the lives of children.
We speak at conferences, public and private elementary through high schools, club meetings, and businesses.
We speak on the following topics. Just click on the title for a complete description.
10 Best Gifts for Your TeenHow to Discipline with Confidence in Times of Chaos and Confusion
The Onset of Adolescence: Managing Your Changing Child
Talking to Your Kids about Responsible Sexuality
What Parents Want From Their Teenagers
What Teenagers Want From Their ParentsTeenagers and Sex: A Youth Minister's Guide to Talking to Youth about Responsible Sexuality
How to Reduce Conflict between You and Your Teenager
Instilling an Attitude of Success in Our Children
Equipping Parents with the Tools to Help their Child Succeed in School
If you are interested in booking a seminar, workshop, or retreat, please call us at 408-262-6837 or fill in and send the form at the bottom of this page.
Do you want to increase your parental authority?
Parent with confidence and credibility? Communicate better with your teen? Raising teens is no picnic. Here's relief with bountiful benefits for parents of teens. This humorous and informative presentation will gift you with the know-how to reduce conflict, strengthen your parental authority and improve your relationship.
For parents of preteens and teens ages nine and up
"Patt and Steve have enriched the lives of the families at our school. They understand children, parenting, and marriage, and have a unique ability to guide parents to more effective and fulfilling family relationships." ...Steve Hayden, President, Almaden Country School"Great seminar! I also liked the interaction with other parents." ...Janet Benson, Parent
Do you want your child to be capable of making reliable decisions and to stand up to peer pressure?Can you imagine the difference it would make if your child were respectful? Wouldn't you be more relaxed if your child were trustworthy and dependable? Every parent wants to help raise a child who will be capable of demonstrating responsible behavior. Learn how your own parenting style affects your child's ability to be accountable and how to role model the very behaviors you want and expect from your child. Straightforward and practical methods to teach responsible behavior will be discussed.
For parents of K-12
"I attended your most excellent seminar at Jordan Middle School in Palo Alto. Thanks so much. The seminar was just great--the best I've been to in years. Since my 8th grade daughter turned 13 in December, I feel like there is an alien living in my house! Trying to use my old tried-and-true parenting skills with here is like talking to a brick wall. I'm so glad there is help out there for us "newbie" parents of teens. I bought every one of your tapes! I hope that this old dog can be taught some new tricks" ...L.W., Palo Alto, CA
How to Discipline with Confidence in times of Chaos and Confusion
Do you have to nag to get your kids to do their chores? Do you sometimes feel taken advantage of? Do you find yourself feeling frustrated and angry because your kids are not cooperating? This seminar teaches parents to use discipline rather then punishment to teach their children to be accountable. No-nonsense guidelines will be given to set clear limits, use natural and logical consequences, and exercise consistency in follow-through. Discover how much more peaceful your home can be by simply applying the seven laws of positive discipline.
For parents of K-12
"Wonderful presentation, down-to-earth, realistic, and humorous! The Sasos understand the struggles of being a parent, and provide strategies that help you enjoy your parenting role to the fullest." ...Mary Lyons, Principal, St. Joseph of Cupertino
The Onset of Adolescence: Managing Your Changing Child
Help! What is happening to my child? I don't know him anymore! Parents, do you find you've navigated smoothly through parenting perils from infancy to preteen insecurity, then suddenly, almost overnight you seem to have lost the kid you once knew? This popular presentation uses humorous anecdotes and real-life stories to entertain participants while educating them on what is normal adolescent development. The biological, emotional, and psychological changes that occur as a child begins puberty and enters adolescence are addressed. Using skills they already possess, parents will learn to cope with and adapt to their changing child.
For parents of children ages nine to fourteen
"I attended two of your workshops last September in Seattle. I thoroughly enjoyed them and I purchased five (5) of your tapes, which I have shared with some of my friends. I want you to know what a positive impact your words have had on me and I want to thank you for that. I am listening to the tapes again to refresh my mind of all the key points. I'm lucky in that my boys are 10 and 6, so I have time to get my parenting act together before the "teen" years." ...Polly H. - Carnation, WA
Talking to Your Kids about Responsible Sexuality
Protective parents usually want to address issues of sexuality with their child, but in many cases do not know how to begin. This workshop will explore ways to initiate discussions about issues of sex and sexuality. You will be taught how to creatively educate your child - lecture free - about the damaging physical, emotional, and spiritual consequences of engaging in premarital sex. Seven instructive blueprints will be given to help parents establish essential family rules and guidelines that will help keep their child safe.
For parents of children ages eight and up
"Mary Ann and I want to thank you again for your outstanding presentation, "Teaching Your Kids About Responsible Sexuality," at the Palo Alto Middle school on Wednesday evening. We certainly had a more remarkable turnout than anticipated, which is a sure sign that parents are eager to hear this information, You had so many suggestions for getting the dialogue going, and for getting it going early and often! Your backgrounds as educators and therapist, husband, wife, and parents of teens provide great credibility to a difficult and delicate subject. Your team approach was very complimentary to your styles and viewpoints." ...Jane Moss, Palo Alto, CA.
As a father, do you want your child to respect you and your authority? Do you want to build a positive relationship with them? Effective fathering can improve a difficult child's behavior as well as an entire family's relationship. Emphasizing the importance of the fathering role, men will learn to stay in-tune and connected with their teen while building a strong and lasting relationship with them. By learning to communicate openly and listening with compassion, fathers can be influential guides guiding their teens into adulthood. Steve shares the six pivotal habits of loving and engaging fathers.
For fathers of children eleven and up
"Steve, I've listened to your Fathering Teenagers tape dozens of times. And when I am at odds with my son, I can hear your words in my head and I am able to relate to him in a different way. A healthier way." …Father of a teenage son
What Parents Want From Their Teenagers -
What Teenagers Want From Their Parents
Do you find yourself in more conflict with your teen than you are comfortable with? Is the arguing and bickering negatively affecting your relationship? Do you want to move toward acceptance and reconciliation? This seminar is designed for building bridges and strengthening the parent-teen relationship. Communication techniques are taught that facilitate understanding and invite dialogue between parent and teen. Session involves integrating ten vital needs both parents and teens want in order to build a lasting, loving, and trusting relationship.
Ideal for middle and high school students and their parents
Session requires a partnership with parent and teen attendance
"Patt and Steve's presentation has given me a deeper understanding of where my kids are coming from and how to deal with their feelings in warm, practical ways." ...Joe Castello, Parent"Their presentation taught me how I can more positively communicate with my parents and about compromise." ...Kevin Passalacqua, High School Student
How to Reduce Conflict between You and Your Teenager
Conflict is inevitable during the teen years and every parent struggles with communication challenges of one sort or another during this life passage. Parents wonder if the relationship will ever get back to normal. It is a difficult time. Both parent and teen want a satisfying relationship embraced with love and understanding. In this seminar parents will be taught: how to avoid common conflicts from escalating, seven tips to reduce family stress, survival skills to transform conflict into harmony, and methods for improving communications with teens.
For parents of children ages 10 - high school.
Instilling an Attitude of Success in Our Children
Let's face it. We all know there are negative influences out there that affect the choices our children make. Some we have control over and others we don't. The frightening news is that risk-taking behaviors among teenagers - alcohol and other drug use, drinking and driving, skipping school, eating disorders, depression and attempted suicide - are all on the rise. YOU CAN protect children against these risky behaviors. An attitude of success enables youth to make judicious decisions, choose a constructive life path, and grow up as competent adults. This seminar delivers the know-how to coach youth to make choices that will lead to their personal success by fostering the eight essential building blocks they need.
For parents of all school age children.
Equipping Parents with the Tools to Help their Child Succeed in School
Parent involvement is a primary contributor to a child's achievement in school. This seminar equips parents with the nuts and bolts to assist their child to be successful in the classroom. Parents will learn how to: create a home environment conducive to learning, assess the study habits of their child and generate an individualized study program to meet their needs, build confidence in their child's ability to do well, resolve discipline problems at home and at school, and create a partnership with school and teachers.
Ideal for parents with children in elementary and middle school.
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514 Prada Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
Tel:408-262-6837
Email: seminars@saso.com
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