Classes and Talks
FREE In-Person Hand in Hand Gathering in South Austin!
Tuesday, May 13, 6:00-7:30p, Address to be provided when you RSVP
I am so excited to announce an IN PERSON HAND IN HAND GATHERING, in South Austin.
Come learn what Hand in Hand is all about and visit with other like minded parents and caregivers.
Who knows? Maybe you have a neighbor who is already using Hand in Hand and you didn’t even know it. Come plug into the local community.
I’ll do a short talk about Hand in Hand, the tools, and how they can support your parenting.
We’ll have time to visit with each other, ask questions, listen to each other, and share how things are going.
This event is open to:
Parents, caregivers, educators, instructors
Anyone experienced with Hand in Hand
Anyone curious about Hand in Hand
Anyone who could use some support in parenting
Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP HERE FOR ADDRESSFREE! Parents of Teens and Tweens Come Together Monthly Group
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00a Pacific US/ 1:00-2:00p Eastern/ 6:00-7:00p BST, Online
May 14, June 11, Jul. 9, Aug. 20, Sept. 10, 2025
“Ravid & Kirsten saved my relationship with my teens!”
On our calls, you’ll have the chance to meet other parents and caregivers who are in this t(w)een phase of the parenting journey. You can ask questions about lived experience, get some fresh perspective, and share Listening support in small groups.
Come and join us online LIVE. These calls will NOT be recorded.
Learn More and RegisterRaising Happier Teens & Tweens – Staying Connected Come What May
Six Wednesdays, June 25 – Aug 13 (no July 9 or Aug 6), 2025, 10:00-11:30a Pacific US/ 1:00-2:30p Eastern US/ 6:00-7:30p BST Online
You are a good parent. Your tween/ teen is a good kid. Really. But it can be hard to remember when things start to shift in adolescence. Your t(w)een is going through big changes and your role is too.
Summer can be daunting for parents of teens and tweens. It’s the perfect time to get some added support!
Hand in Hand Foundations Course for Parents and Caregivers
Wednesdays and Fridays, starting February 21 & 26, 2025, Online
Would you like to…
… transform the connection between you and your child?
… have a better plan for tantrums, aggression, difficulty sleeping or focusing?
… reduce stress and power struggles and increase cooperation and play?
… understand your own triggers that can make parenting so hard?
Join me and other parents looking for the same in this life changing 6 week class! It’s time. We can do this together!
Learn more and registerSkill Building Group for Parents of Teens & Tweens
Online
If you’ve taken a Raising Happier T(w)eens class or other Hand in Hand Class and want a place to get weekly listening support, to ask questions, to share successes and challenges, and deepen your understanding of these complex adolescent humans, this is a great group to join!
Ongoing Group, Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00am Pacific/ 12:00-1:00 Eastern/ 5:00-6:00p GMT
Building a Listening Partnership; Getting the Support You Deserve
Plan to offer again in 2025, please contact me if you are interested.
Online
Listening Partnership is a game changing tool that offers support, attention, and care in the places you feel stuck, alone, frustrated, and the myriad of feelings that come with parenting. Any parent can use this tool to feel more confident, relaxed, patient, and compassionate with yourself, your child, and others.
Learn moreSummer’s Coming! Are You Ready?
Strategizing for a Smoother Summer Using the Hand in Hand Tools
4 week class, Coming Spring 2025
Summer can be a memorable time, but it can easily turn into a three month nightmare…
-Are you hoping for a fun summer?
-Has it ever happened that you have dreams of a wonderful summer but it turned into a disaster just 2 weeks in?
If you want to create a plan for a smoother, more enjoyable summer where EVERYONE is getting their needs met, please join us!
Learn more and registerContact me if interested in joining or setting up a class for your parent group!
Summer Book Club: Listen, Five Simple Tools to Meet Your Everyday Parenting Challenges
Contact me if you are interested in this class. Dates to be set in Spring 2025
Have you always wanted to read the amazing book; Listen, by Hand in Hand founder, Patty Wipfler and parenting expert, Tosha 
Schore?
Well, now’s your chance! This group will be great for anyone new to this approach, seasoned Hand in Hand parents, or anyone who wants to explore the principles and tools that Hand in Hand a little deeper.
Our book club can be a great way to add some self care to your summer. You deserve support. You deserve to carve out time to soak in that support.
Learn more and register