THE TRUTH IS
Parenting is not (and never has been) one-size-fits-all.
As parents, we’re all just doing the best we can at any given moment.
With all of the parenting resources and styles out there, from gentle parenting to positive parenting to conscious and peaceful parenting, there isn't one instructional manual that gives us all of the answers. And that makes sense because each of us has our own values, strengths, desires, and perspectives that influence how we experience the world and therefore, how we parent.
The Hard News
Parenting can feel overwhelming.
Meltdowns and conflict will happen.
Judgment is everywhere.
The Good News
There are many ways to parent.
You can preserve connection through the meltdowns.
You can find your confident voice.
WHAT’S POSSIBLE WHEN YOU’RE ABLE TO ACCESS COURAGE IN YOUR PARENTING?
Self-trust in your parenting skills and abilities.
Groundedness in your life and in your parenting.
More authentic connection with your children.
Improvements in your child(ren)’s behaviors.
Yes, life feels like too much sometimes, AND you are more capable than you realize.
With the right support, non-judgmental space and the evidence-based information to give you the parenting knowledge you crave—you’re more than on your way to parenting like a pro. Plus, when you bring a parenting coach along for the journey, you have someone who “gets it” right by your side.
How to Work with Dr. Chrissy Chard
The 3 Month Parent Coaching Program
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Guided weekly videos and readings, pre-work assignments, and a weekly one-on-one coaching session with Dr. Chrissy Chard, as well as lifetime access to an evidence-informed parenting curriculum curated by the Jai Institute for Parent Coaching.
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Individual and small group work in either a virtual or in-person setting.
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This program takes approximately 12 weeks to complete. Click “Learn More” below to inquire about openings.
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Cost varies depending on whether you sign up for individual, couples, co-parenting, or small group coaching, as well as based on financial situation and scholarship availability.
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Our next group coaching cohort start May 27th and space is limited. Click here for more information and to enroll!
Courageous Parents Coaching Consultation
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A 75-minute consultation to dig into a specific parenting challenge you are facing, where we will brainstorm possible solutions and I will provide any relevant follow-up resources.
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Anyone! Parents or caregivers who are interested in coaching, or who are dealing with a specific struggle at home
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Can typically be scheduled within 7 days.
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$150 / 75-minute consultation (Note if you decide to sign up for coaching within 60 days of your consultation, I will subtract $150 from your 12-week coaching package price).
Courageous Parents Workshops and Keynotes
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Possible Topics Include: Attachment Science 101, Understanding the Nervous System, Self-Compassion Practices, Creating an Empowered Separation Routine, Moving through Shame, Guilt and Rage, All About Reparenting, Child Development Basics, Self-care as a Radical Act, Finding Harmony in Co-Parenting, among other topics.
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Workshops and keynotes can be provided in-person or via zoom at community organizations, schools/daycare centers, parent groups, professional conferences and more.
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Workshops require 2-3 weeks of lead time. Keynotes require 6-8 weeks of lead time. If you need something more quickly, feel free to inquire so we can chat.
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Workshop and Keynote costs vary greatly depending on topic, timeline, audience, organization type, and other factors.
Checkout my other offerings at the links below!
Motivated to make a difference through your parenting?
Change starts with you. When you’re able to dig underneath the surface of what’s going on, you find the answers you need. Your child’s behavior may be scratching the surface of what’s really happening and it may even be bringing up old childhood memories and patterns you thought you had forgotten about.
So, yes, while you have a role to parent them, you also owe it to yourself to reparent you in the process. When you take care of yourself in the way that you’re meant to, you get to model this for your child(ren) and those around you. This is where true transformation happens.
When you find healing, you find yourself, and you show up as the parent you always knew you could be. They were always there, to begin with, you just needed to go on a journey to find them. Most times? The answers we’re seeking are within us, not outside of us.
“ Chrissy has helped guide me as a mom since I was pregnant with my first kid and now, I feel confident with my parenting. Even in those moments of insecurity and anxiety, she is there with an empathetic ear to continue to provide me with non-judgmental advice. I truly don’t know where I’d be without Chrissy and am so grateful to learn from her. If you are looking to learn more about gentle parenting and want to align your values more with your parenting style, I couldn’t recommend her enough!”
