Step Parenting Workshop

This is a research based programme written by Professor Lisa Doodson that has been specifically designed for individuals and couples in stepfamilies. It offers support and advice on a range of problems common to many  blended families. The course is delivered via a series of 4 interactive group video calls, designed to offer a similar experience to an in person workshop - but with less travel! The workshops are run by Lisa and include a mix of presentations, exercises and group discussions.

• Identifying stepfamily myths and realities
• Developing realistic expectations 
• Reducing ambiguity and clarifying roles
• Developing a strong couple relationship
• Balancing costs and rewards in your relationship
• Learning to effectively co-parent
• Identifying positive step parenting styles
• Learning to use effective communication
• Dealing with stress and anxiety

To register  reserve a place on the workshop just email lisa@happysteps.co.uk

Dates:The next course will take place in Jan 2025.  If you would like to reserve a place or  add your name to the waiting list just email lisa@happysteps.co.uk .

Each session will last  1 hour, alrhough we may run slightly overtime if there's lots of discussion!. You will need access to computer connected to the internet. All sessions will be recorded (only available for attendees) so if you miss a session you can catch up.

To accompany the workshop you will also be able to join a facebook group where you can chat with other participants as well as Lisa, to continue the discussions between the video calls.

Total cost for the course (all 4 sessions): £120 

(Note. You can attend with or without your partner, the cost covers both of you)

Please contact me if you want to join the workshop or have any questions (lisa@happysteps.co.uk). 

'I would just like to say a huge thank you for offering support and networking with others. Attending the workshop has encouraged me to find confidence to challenge behaviours in our home in a constructive way. Thank you. Also accepting that the way I feel is normal is so refreshing.' Abi, Derby Oct 2022

'This course has been an absolute life line! Lisa is warm, encluraging, understanding and incredibly reassuring. On the course, Lisa not only talks about the very real difficulties of step parenting to help you realise you're not alone, but she also gives very practical and realistic ideas and advice on how to positively move forward. She has given ,my husband and me a means to talk about the difficult topics and I no longer feel alone and bewildered in a totally unknown situation, but supported, heard and better equipped to support my husband and continue to work towards building a new, different, but no less important family. Thank you so much Lisa!'

Pollyanna, Herts, October 2022

'I found Lisa's knowledge and experience of the stepparenting field  invaluable to me, also exchanging views and 'hints and tips' with other  stepparents has been really helpful.'                                                                                               Susan,  Reading, Sep 2018

'This is just a quick update to tell you how much your step parenting course  that we attended in February helped us. I think that the children growing up and becoming more mature has also been a factor, but without your course we would still be in a muddle. We are having more fun as a  family and I am pleased to say that my husband and my youngest son are actually enjoying each others company'                                                                 Christina,  London, April 2018
 

Contact lisa@happysteps.co.uk for more information or add your name to the waiting list.