Parent Education

Learning Together

Current research is clear that sound parenting is THE most powerful tool we have in preventing mental illness and distress. To that end, I regularly take time from my clinical practice to offer small-group parent education courses that promote the principles of non-violent communication and democratic family life.

Tips and techniques for managing children’s behavior are abundantly available to parents with access to a bookstore or a search engine. But these strategies very often fall short when applied without a clear understanding of our roles and what we are trying to accomplish as parents beyond behavior management. While Adlerian parenting courses do provide an abundance of tools and strategies, they also offer parents the opportunity to find an overarching philosophy that guides them not in just managing, but in fact, developing their children.

The courses are presented in a multi-session, experiential workshop format and are limited to 8-12 participants. In this way, the course can evolve to more accurately address the specific concerns of parents present. Contact me to join or host a group of parents interested in learning mutually respectful, non-punitive tools for developing harmonious homes and kind, capable, contributive children.

What People are Saying about Parent Education

  • “When I first went to Jinger, I was looking for knowledge on how to better parent a teen. What I learned from her was priceless. Because with me becoming a better parent, my teen became a better teen. Funny how that happens:). Thank you Jinger, from the bottom of my heart, and my teen is also forever grateful to all that you taught me.”

    Kerry, Switzerland

  • “I had the chance to do a workshop on Positive Parenting with Jinger in Switzerland with a group of parents. I was amazed by the quality of the information and the discussions that were held in that space with her master facilitation. Jinger not only is super knowledgeable on the subject as a psychologist, but she also has a way to communicate and connect with the group that makes it very impactful. Her personal examples and challenges for having her own children brought another level of experience. I can most certainly recommend her workshops and as a psychologist for families and children. She definitely holds the space for reflection and growth. Thank you Jinger! ”

    Marisa, Switzerland

  • “Jinger has guided and supported my 10 year old daughter and our family while we were living as expats in Switzerland. We valued her perspective, judgement, and client focus. We appreciated her close, empathetic and yet challenging style. We believe that we have all grown together with her. We are extremely grateful to Jinger and would strongly recommend her if you pursue a growth journey. ”

    Graciela, Spain

  • "In my role as a behavioral consultant and academic support specialist, I had the immense pleasure of working alongside Jinger in supporting families in Switzerland.  Her knowledge regarding parental support is what I carry with me in my current work.  Her approach to working with parents during our collaboration was invaluable in providing the best all-inclusive support for families.  Even through the distance, I undoubtably continue to encourage families to work with Jinger as her parental expertise is unlike any other. 

    Amanda Rebert, MA, BCBA; Switzerland

  • "Jinger was recommended to me by some friends. I thought my teen needed help but I quickly realized this was about me learning new ways of parenting. It took time and patience but I learned so much from Jinger, both practical tips and techniques, but also the research and philosophy behind the approach and I continue to use Jinger’s parenting techniques today. I believe parenting is one of the most important jobs we will ever do, but we never get any training and we just assume we are naturals at this, but most of us are not and teenagers can be very challenging! I wish someone had told me this earlier but the sooner you start to learn with Jinger how to parent, the better life will be for you, your children and your family."

    Ursula C, Switzerland