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Current Parent Education Classes
Offered by Toni Schutta
Parent Coach, M.A., L.P.
Toni is a national
speaker who connects with parents wherever she speaks. With
warmth, empathy and 12 years experience, Toni helps parents
find solutions that work. She’s known for providing
practical tips that parents can use immediately. |

Toni Schutta: National Speaker, Author, Parent Coach and
Licensed Psychologist.
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“Got
Defiance?!: 19 Ways to Gain More Compliance”
“My child doesn’t listen the first time that I ask” is one of the
most common parenting complaints. This class offers 19 different options
that parents can use to derail their child’s defiance and get results
that lower their stress level.
New Class: “The 7 Worst Mistakes that Parents Make
(And How to Avoid Them!)”
After working with hundreds of families, Toni has taken the 7 Worst
Mistakes that parents unwittingly make and brought them to light. Toni
provides practical solutions that parents can use immediately to correct
these common errors and bring greater joy to parenting.
“Parents: Reclaim Your Couple Time!”
In today’s busy world, many couples find their lives revolving around
their children’s activities. Time to connect as a couple seems like a
luxury few can afford. This 2-hour class will allow couples to focus on
each other, develop a concrete plan to enrich their lives together and
reclaim couple time. The class is co-led by Mark Brandenburg.
New Class: “Helping Your Child with Transitions”
From getting dressed in the morning to the death of a loved one, your
child will experience numerous transitions and losses. Find out the best
tools for helping your child move through the process of change so you
both feel less stress!
New Class: “Curb Back Talk, Whining and More!”
For many parents, back talk and whining rate highly on the irritation
scale. Learn how you can improve the way that you and your child
communicate so you’ll both be happier!
“Parents: Reclaim Your Family Time!”
Research has proven that time spent with parents is one of the key
protective factors in raising a well adjusted child. Yet, many societal
influences are pulling our families apart. This two-hour seminar is for
parents who want to reclaim their family time, would like concrete tools
for making family time the number one priority and want to bring their
family even closer. This class is co-led by Mark Brandenburg.
“Managing Your Child’s Anger: Triggers and Solutions
for Coping”
Has your child had a tantrum lately, thrown toys across the room or hit
a sibling? Odds are that s/he has! Children’s anger can be exacerbating
for parents. Come to this class to learn common triggers for a child’s
anger, solutions for coping, and skills to teach your child so you’ll
both be less frazzled!
“Relief for Homework Headaches”
This parenting class is designed to help parents solve the most common
homework problems. Parents will learn how the homework brain works,
methods for identifying their child’s learning style and ways to make
learning fun. Parents will leave the class with strategies for
motivating their child, plans for creating rituals that provide
consistency and a “checklist for change.” Come to “school” for 75
minutes and find relief that will last throughout the year!
“Tired of Time Out? Learn 10 Positive Discipline Methods To Use Now”
Stuck in a rut when it comes to discipline? You’re not alone! In this
two-part class, you’ll learn 10 different positive discipline options to
use with children 3-12 years of age!! Parents will practice methods for
increasing positive behavior and decreasing negative behavior. Come and
find new solutions to nagging problems. (Please note that each class can
be presented separately, too.)
“Siblings Without Rivalry: How To Help Your Children Live Together So
You Can Live Too”
(Please note that abbreviated one-part or two-part classes are also
available.) This is a 6-week series based on the best-selling book and
training materials from “Siblings Without Rivalry.” Hands down, this is
the best book ever written about how to nurture sibling relationships.
Each week, we’ll review a principle suggested in the book, practice
specific skills and have time for your questions and concerns. The
topics covered are: helping siblings deal with their feelings about each
other; keeping children separate and unequal; siblings in roles; when
the kids fight; problem solving; and a final review. Take this class to
help reduce sibling squabbles and make harmony possible.
"Self-Esteem Boosters Any Child Can Benefit From!"
Positive self-esteem is a critical factor in the development of all
children. While self-esteem is a complex matter, this class will provide
concrete tools to help your child feel confident and capable. Practical
suggestions to help your child grow stronger in five areas will be
provided.
“How to Win the Chore Wars and Find Peace in the
Family”
Ever have problems with your children doing chores? This 60-minute class
will give you tips on how to motivate your kids, how to make it fun and
hot to keep your plan working! Recent research has uncovered that one of
the most important predictors of your child’s success as a young adult
is whether they participated in household chores! Participate in this
class to get your child’s feet on the path to success and enjoy the
benefits of a cleaner home!!
New Class: “Teaching Your Child the Value of a Buck”
Raising a child to be a fiscally responsible adult takes training from a
young age. Learn how to get your child on the path to financial success
with real-life, easy-to-implement strategies.
“Balanced and Lovin’ It: 8 Key Strategies for
Improving Family Balance”
Feeling torn in different directions? Riddled by guilt? Rarely have time
for yourself? This two-part class will help you examine your life and
how happy you are with your current choices. Tools for assessing balance
will be provided along with tips on how to take steps to live the life
you want. (A one-part class is available, too.)
“Bullying Hurts Kids: How to Help Your Child Cope and Conquer”
The sad truth is that bullying is rampant in our children’s schools.
Estimates are that half of all school children experience the stress and
anxiety that results from bullying. Very practical, step-by-step ideas
will be taught so that parents can leave with concrete tools for
empowering their children.
“Are You Listening?” 5 Great Ways to Connect With Your
Child and Get Them to Comply!”
Do you ever find yourself repeating the same request over and over? Do
you sometimes find yourself listening half-heartedly to your child while
juggling 3 other tasks? Do you long for more meaningful conversations
with your child? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then
please join this stimulating discussion on ways to fine-tune the
conversations you have with your child.
To book a parenting class or make an inquiry, please call Toni
Schutta at 612-810-8687 or click
HERE!
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