Group Info — Parenting
Following is a list of groups in Colorado that focus primarily upon parenting issues. Centennial Peaks Hospital provides this directory as a public service and is not affiliated with any of the groups listed below. To submit a group listing please utilize our online submission form.
A Parenting Skills Class - Mark Nagel, MA, LMFT
Two-session class / Possible 4 session follow up group dates and times TBA / $40-$60 per class session
8670 Wolff Ct., Suite 135, Westminster, CO
1365 Forest Park Circle, Suite 202, Lafayette, CO
(303) 668-1697
www.marknagel.net
Becoming a Love and Logic Parent — Judy Girard, MA, LMFT
Providing workshops that teach the unique Love
and Logic approach to raising children which puts
teachers and parents in control, teaches children to be
responsible, and prepares them for the real world. The
presentation is done in a fun environment while coaching
you to be a Love and Logic teacher or parent. The class
meets for seven consecutive weeks, two hours each week.
Two groups per year (Sep. & Jan.)/
Sliding fee
scale/ Insurance not accepted
Colorado Springs, CO
(719) 444-8429
judy@clearchoices.net
www.clearchoices.net
Bereaved Parents Group – HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield Counties
Co-sponsored by HospiceCare, this is an educational meeting with program and sharing presented by bereaved parents. For bereaved parents only.
(303) 678-5755
Creative Parenting – Lost and Found Inc.
Creative parenting is not the usual “how-to” kind of parent in class. We do provide information but more importantly we guide parents in discovering their own insights and resources for use in creating workable solutions to various parenting challenges.
7850 Vance Drive, Ste. 280, Arvada, CO
Please call Gail Van Hove at (303) 420-8080, ext. 1306
Dealing with Difficult Emotions – Terry Kirwan, MA
Supporting your child’s emotional life is key to raising an emotionally healthy and happy child. Learn the skills that will help your child calm down and learn to deal with difficult emotional states. Learn the foundation to bond-based parenting which will end power struggles and allow you to be your child’s trusted guide and ally rather than adversary.
(720) 732-4050
www.comprehensivecounseling.net
Eight-Week Bereaved Parents Group – HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield Counties
Facilitated by Bereaved Parents of Boulder County. For parents who have experienced the loss of a child of any age. Held throughout the year, depending on enrollment.
(303) 678-5755
Empower Support Group
EMPOWER COLORADO (Education, Movement: Parents Offering Wisdom, Encouragement and Resources) and the Jefferson Center Office of Consumer and Family Affairs offer a support group for families raising children with emotional or mental health issues.
Meetings: First and third Thursday of the month at Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 West 32nd Avenue, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Contact Information: Shelli Howard at (303) 432-5219
Family Communication Class — Mark Nagel, MA, LMFT
2 session class / Possible 4 session follow up group
Dates and Times TBA / $40-$60 per class session
9101 Harlan St., Suite 135 Westminster, CO
1365 Forest Park Circle, Suite 202 Lafayette, CO
(303) 668-1697
www.marknagel.net
Filial Family Therapy Group – Lost and Found Inc.
This group will teach parents to conduct child-centered play sessions at home with their own children. Parents will learn to structure a play session, to help their children verbalize emotional conflicts by observing and reflecting what they see in play, and to set limits on inappropriate behavior using a simple, non-punitive procedure. The children’s’ and the parents’ mastery of the skills and behaviors of the play sessions can then be transferred to settings outside the play. This group is for parents of children who are in therapy at Family Counseling Center, with their therapist’s permission.
7850 Vance Drive, Ste. 280, Arvada, CO
Please contact Gail at (303) 420-8080, ext. 1137
Foster Families Group – Lost and Found Inc.
Monthly / Please call for more information.
7850 Vance Drive, Ste. 280, Arvada, CO
(303) 420-8080
Four-Week Parenting Support Group – Terry Kirwan, MA
(720) 732-4050
www.comprehensivecounseling.net
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Two day workshop, held four times per year.
For information please call (303).860-0660, ext 231
Kinship Care Support Groups – Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver
Are you raising a relative's child? Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver will be here to walk with you through your journey of providing kinship Care.
Macadonia Baptist Church, 3240 Adams
Catholic Charities, 2525 W. Alameda
Westwood Community Center, 1000 S. Lowell Blvd
Denver Indian Family Resource Center, 393 S. Harlan Street, Ste 100
For more information: Jennifer Koch, Denver Kinship Care Coordinator
at (303) 742-0823, ext 647
New Millennium Moms:
Mothering Beyond Image - Patti Ashley, PhD
This weekend workshop is designed to help women deepen
their self-awareness as mothers. Attend either or
both sessions.
Please call or email for dates and time. 10.00 per
group.
(720) 565-3388
www.pattiashleyphd.com
pashleyphd@aol.com
New Millennium Moms:
Mothering Beyond Image Discussion Group - Patti Ashley,
PhD
Mojo's Coffee House - Lafayette, CO
Please call or email for dates and time. 10.00 per
group.
(720) 565-3388
www.pattiashleyphd.com
pashleyphd@aol.com
Parenting Class – JCMH Family Services Network Groups
Sliding fee scale
(303) 425-0300
www.jeffersonmentalhealth.org
Parenting Place Free Parenting Workshop – Dr. Hittelman, Licensed Psychologist
Gain an understanding of the underlying forces that impact child behavior, learn specific strategies to minimize negative behavior patterns, maximize desirable behaviors and foster self-esteem, and create an effective parenting style.
1235 Pine Street, Boulder, CO
Please call for dates and times.
(303) 449-0177
info@boulderparenting.org
www.boulderparenting.org
Parenting with Emotional Balance – Terry Kirwan, MA
Being in emotional balance is the key to raising an emotionally intelligent child. This workshop teaches you a tool to regain emotional balance during stressful times. Lear how to nurture and set limits for yourself so that you can do the same for your child.
(720) 732-4050
www.comprehensivecounseling.net
Parents Support Group – JCMH Family Services Network Groups
Sliding fee scale
(303) 425-0300
www.jeffersonmentalhealth.org
Post-Adoption Support Group – JCMH Family Services Network Groups
Adults and Children 6-18 years / Sliding fee scale
(303) 425-0300
www.jeffersonmentalhealth.org
Setting Healthy Limits – Terry Kirwan, MA
Children need the structure of limits to feel safe and develop as healthy, happy individuals. Lear how to set limits without a fight by engaging your child’s cooperation, giving choices and learning alternatives to punishment.
(720) 732-4050
www.comprehensivecounseling.net
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