Research indicates that the transition to parenthood is a vulnerable time for parents' relationship. Studies show that two-thirds of parents experience a drop in relationship satisfaction in the first three years of a child's life. This free workshop's goal is to provide an intro for new and soon-to-be parents about maintaining a fulfilling and resilient relationship during this critical time. Join us to learn how to strengthen your connection and create a loving and harmonious environment for your growing family!
During this free intro session we'll explore parenting relationship resources from couples therapy experts at the Gottman Institute, including:
This free session is a bite-sized version of the full Bringing Baby Home workshop. Whether you are considering parenthood, awaiting your baby's arrival, or currently parenting a baby or toddler (0-3), Bringing Baby Home is for all couples hoping to prepare their relationship for a growing family!
Schedule:
Friday April 24th 12- 12:45pm
Cost: Free Intro session!
We'll discuss additional supports and workshop availability after the introductory session (12:45-1pm)!
The full Bringing Baby Home workshop covers:
Backed by decades of research from the Gottman Institute, the Bringing Baby Home workshop is filled with information, thought-provoking exercises, and opportunities to strengthen your relationship during parenthood.
For more information about Bringing Home Baby and the research supporting it, click here.
Instructor: This workshop is led by Melany Barr-Patz, a parent and Child and Family Therapist at the Center for Early Childhood Connections (APCC #15275, supervised by Amanda Campbell, LMFT #50600). Melany is a Franco-American, bilingual French-speaking Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who supports children, tweens, and caregivers through relationship-centered, neuro-affirming, and strengths-based care. She currently offers telehealth services including play therapy, individual therapy, parent consultations, parenting workshops such as Bringing Baby Home, and SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) parent coaching.
Melany is especially passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals and families, tailoring her approach to honor each person’s unique needs, values, and ways of experiencing the world. Prior to becoming a counselor, she worked as a preschool and elementary school teacher, carrying her love of nurturing relationships and encouraging growth into her clinical work today.
Guided by diversity-informed and collaborative practice, Melany approaches therapy with warmth, curiosity, and flexibility. She is trained in EMDR, neurodivergent play therapy interventions such as Autplay, and SPACE parenting support. Her telehealth support allows families to engage in play-based work from the comfort of home.
Any questions? Please contact Melany at mbarr-patz@thececc.org.
***Interested in the workshop, but not available for this session? Please reach out to us! We offer a private workshop for flexible scheduling, and will be forming additional workshop and Q&A cohorts according to interest.
