Virtual Parenting Coaching Services and Parenting Resources at Parents Zone, LLC in a Parent Zone

Virtual Parent Coaching
Parents Zone Motto: "Parenting is about Practice NOT Perfection."

Initial Virtual Coaching Session
The Initial Virtual Coaching Session is a 60-90 minute "face-to-face" meeting. This session is appropriate for parents/caregivers who have met for a Virtual Consultation (see below) and expressed interest in working with a Parents Zone parenting coach.

** Parents submit the
Parents Zone Introduction Packet
to the Virtual Parenting Coach prior to this session.

The initial virtual coaching session is a stand-alone session used to gather important information about your parenting challenges, parenting beliefs, family structure, current family stressors (parent/child), and family strengths.

Upon scheduling your Initial Virtual Coaching Session, you will receive a link to the PZ Portal (Simple Practice) where you will complete the Parent Zone Introduction Packet. to be completed prior to your Initial Virtual Coaching Session.

Parents Zone parenting coaches will develop your Individualized Parenting Plan using the information collected during the consultation and initial sessions.

Virtual Single Coaching Session
A one-on-one single virtual coaching session is a 45 minute "face-to-face" meeting. This session is appropriate for parents/caregivers seeking consultation to learn more about strategic ways to address parenting challenges. Parents are able to explore various parenting perspectives with a Parents Zone parenting coach tailored to their unique parenting needs.

** Parents are asked to complete a
Parents Zone Introduction Packet
and submit it to your Virtual Parenting Coach before the Initial Virtual Coaching Session. Link to forms will be provided immediately following the Consultation.

Parents will receive the following in addition to virtual coaching:
an individualized parenting plan to address the one parenting concern discussed during the coaching session
tailored parenting approach recommendations based on the "Compassionate Parenting" approach
tailored resource list

4-Session Coaching Session Package
A 4-session virtual coaching package includes 4-30 minute "face-to-face" meetings. This package is appropriate for parents/caregivers who are hoping to tackle a specific parenting challenge.
***Text Support Sessions Included

** Parents are asked to complete a
Parents Zone Introduction Packet
and submit it to your Virtual Parenting Coach before the Initial Virtual Coaching Session. Link to forms will be provided immediately following the Virtual Consultation.

Parents will receive the following in addition to virtual coaching:
an individualized parenting plan to address the one parenting concern discussed during the coaching session
tailored parenting approach recommendations based on the "Compassionate Parenting" approach
tailored resource list
an individualized development chart to provide information on your child's stated developmental stage
specific areas are highlighted based on the one parenting concern shared during the first coaching session (social, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, physical)
text support sessions to address questions that arise and provide support and guidance in between sessions
text sessions are appropriate for basic information sharing opportunities in between sessions, anything requiring in-depth discussions are held over until the next virtual session

8-Session Coaching Session Package
A 8-session virtual coaching package includes 8-30 minute "face-to-face" meetings. This package is appropriate for parents/caregivers with parenting goals that aim to address specific behavioral and relationship challenges.
***Phone Support Sessions Included

** Parents are asked to complete a
Parents Zone Introduction Packet
and submit it to your Virtual Parenting Coach before the Initial Virtual Coaching Session. Link to forms will be provided immediately following the Virtual Consultation.

Parents will receive the following in addition to virtual coaching:

an individualized parenting plan to address the up to two parenting concerns discussed during the coaching session
tailored parenting approach recommendations based on the "Compassionate Parenting" approach
tailored resource list
an individualized development chart to provide information on your child's stated developmental stage
specific areas are highlighted based on the 1-2 parenting concerns shared during the first coaching session (social, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, physical)
phone support sessions to address questions that arise and provide support and guidance with the parenting plan in between sessions
phone support sessions are scheduled in between sessions to provide emotional support and guidance on ways to address challenges that arise and cannot wait until the next virtual session

2- Session Booster Package
A 2-session virtual coaching booster package includes 2-30 minute "face-to-face" meetings. This package is only for parents/caregivers who have completed a minimum of 3 virtual coaching sessions in the past six months. **Recommended with Coaching Session Packages

Parents will receive the following in additional to virtual coaching:
an updated individualized parenting plan to address the parenting concern(s) discussed during the first coaching session (if needed)
update parenting recommendations to address any reported changes in personal or family circumstances that align with the "Compassionate Parenting" approach
update the resource list as needed
an updated individualized development chart to provide information on your child's stated developmental stage (if needed)
update specific areas based on reported changes in personal or family circumstances that would impact the parenting relationship (social, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, physical)
Virtual Consultation and Supports
Parents Zone Motto: "Parenting is about Practice NOT Perfection."
Virtual
Consultation
The free Virtual Consultation is like a warm, welcoming virtual handshake from our virtual parenting coach. The consultation is a Q& A session that lasts up to 15 minutes and offers parents/caregivers information on the virtual services offered here at Parents Zone.

**During the COVID pandemic, parents and caregivers are able to use this resource once a week and are encouraged to take advantage of the other FREE Parenting Resources: (a) Virtual Parenting Support Groups and
(b) "Hot Topics" Seminars: #ParentingInAPandemic Series.**

**Parents are asked to complete a brief questionnaire to provide relevant parenting information in preparation for the 15 minute consultation.

Parents can expect to:
feel supported, listened to, and respected by one of our virtual parenting coaches
have an opportunity to share your concerns and experienced parenting challenges
learn more about ALL Parents Zone, LLC virtual parenting services
schedule a coaching or support session with a Parents Zone, LLC virtual parenting coach
receive a follow-up email with referral information within 72 hours if your support needs are best addressed in the community
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Virtual Support
Sessions
Virtual support is a one-time "face-to-face" virtual session for parents/caregivers in need of emotional support. Virtual support sessions last up to 30 minutes with one of our virtual parenting coaches. Parents will find this session helpful if they are in need of a non-judgmental "listening ear" to vent and experience emotional relief from talking with a caring, compassionate, and understanding person about their personal concerns and emotions (e.g. feeling overwhelmed, inadequate, frustration, guilt, shame, embarrassment).

**Parents are asked to complete a brief questionnaire to provide relevant parenting information in preparation for the support session.

Parents can expect to:
feel supported, listened to, and respected during your time with one of our virtual coaches
have an opportunity to share your concerns and experienced parenting challenges
discuss recommendations for possible solutions to your parenting challenges
learn about and purchase a virtual coaching package with a Parents Zone, LLC virtual parenting coach
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Phone Support
Sessions
Phone support is a useful tool for parents/caregivers in between sessions. Phone support sessions last up to 20 minutes with one of our virtual parenting coaches. Parents will find this sessions useful if they are in search of information about or referrals for community resources or seeking additional guidance in between sessions. Phone support services are available from
10:00 am to 7:00 pm.

***NOT AVAILABLE AS AN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE IF YOU HAVE NOT PARTICIPATED IN A SUPPORT OR COACHING SESSION WITHIN THE PAST 6 MONTHS

Parents can expect to:
feel supported, listened to, and respected during your time with one of our virtual coaches
have an opportunity to share your concerns and experienced parenting challenges
**Included with 6-Session Coaching Package
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Text Support
Sessions
Text support is a useful tool for parents/caregivers in between sessions. Text support sessions last up to 15 minutes with one of our virtual parenting coaches. Parents will find this service useful if they are seeking to be directed to a useful resource that will assist with problem-solving in between sessions. Text support services are available from
9:00 am to 7:00 pm.

***NOT AVAILABLE AS AN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE IF YOU HAVE NOT PARTICIPATED IN A SUPPORT OR COACHING SESSION WITHIN THE PAST 6 MONTHS

Parents can expect to:
feel supported and respected during your time with one of our virtual coaches
schedule a coaching or support session with a Parents Zone, LLC virtual parenting coach
receive a follow-up email with referral information within 72 hours if your support needs are best addressed in the community

**Included with 4-Session Coaching Package
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Virtual Parent Groups
Parents Zone Motto: "Parenting is about Practice not Perfection."
Virtual Parent Groups: Varying Topics
The virtual parent group is an "open" group that welcomes every parent/caregiver seeking a non-judgmental, supportive space to connect with other parents, share about parenting challenges, and feel empowered. Parents are able to receive non-professional support and foster a sense of community among fellow parents/caregivers.
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"Hot Topics" Seminars: Rotating Series
The "Hot Topics" Seminars offer research-based information on topics of interest to parents/caregivers. The group provides parents/caregivers with the knowledge and skills useful for facing typical parenting challenges that surface in the areas of social, emotional, physical, and moral development. Separate groups for parents of "tweens" and teens.

POTENTIAL "HOT TOPICS":
"compassionate parenting" skills
mood swings and anger
effective communication
setting boundaries
fostering healthy parent-child relationships
sexual identity development and dating
emotional health and wellness
** Parents are asked to complete a
Parents Zone Introduction Packet
and submit it to your Virtual Group Facilitator before the first virtual group session. Link to forms will be provided immediately after scheduling.

Parents can expect to:
feel supported, respected, and empowered as a result of interacting with the virtual group facilitator and other parents/caregivers
have an opportunity to share concerns and experienced parenting challenges in a emotionally safe and non-judgmental environment
receive professional instruction on effective coping skills and knowledge of developmentally appropriate behaviors and effective parenting approaches that infuse "Compassionate Parenting" into the practice of parenting.
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