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A Developmentally Informed Workshop for Parents

Parenting Through The Stages Workshop

Parenting can feel confusing — even when you’re doing your best. This workshop offers a clear framework to understand your child’s behavior and your own reactions, so you can parent with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.

WHAT THIS WORKSHOP IS

Parenting Through the Stages is a psychoeducational workshop grounded in Erik Erikson’s stages of emotional development.

You’ll learn:

• What your child is developmentally working on

• Why certain behaviors are normal — even when challenging

• How your own experiences shape your reactions

• Practical ways to respond without escalating power struggles

This is not therapy and not about diagnosing problems. It’s about understanding development so you can parent with more clarity, confidence, and intention.

Who It’s For & What You’ll Learn

Who This Workshop is For

This workshop is designed for:

  • Parents and caregivers of children from infancy through adolescence
  • Parents who feel stuck in repeating conflicts
  • Parents who want to be thoughtful and responsive—not perfect
  • Parents who notice that their child’s behavior sometimes brings up strong emotional reactions


You do not need:

  • A background in psychology
  • To be experiencing a “crisis”
  • To share personal details beyond what feels comfortable
What We'll Cover

The workshop follows your child’s developmental journey, using Erikson’s stages as a guide.

Topics include:

  • Attachment and trust in infancy

  • Autonomy and independence in toddlers

  • Initiative, confidence, and guilt in early childhood

  • Competence and self-worth in school-age children

  • Identity and independence in adolescence

  • How unfinished experiences from our own childhood can show up in parenting

  • Practical tools for responding to everyday challenges with developmental insight


Each session includes:

  • Clear, accessible teaching

  • Guided reflection (private and optional)

  • Real-life parenting examples

  • Simple, practical take-home ideas

What You Will Walk Away With

This is not about doing everything “right.” It’s about learning how development works—and giving yourself more room to respond thoughtfully.

By the end of the workshop, parents often report:

  • Feeling less reactive and more grounded

  • A greater understanding of their child’s emotional needs

  • Increased confidence in setting limits without shame

  • More compassion for themselves as parents

  • Language to explain parenting decisions with clarity and calm


If you’re already in therapy, this workshop can complement that work. If you’re not, it can still be deeply meaningful and useful.

What Makes This Workshop Different

Most parenting advice focuses on behavior. This workshop focuses on developmental needs.

Instead of asking: “How do I stop this behavior?”

We explore: “What does my child need to learn right now—and how can I support that?”

You’ll learn to recognize the key developmental questions behind common struggles, such as:

  • “Can I trust that my needs will be met?”

  • “Can I do things for myself?”

  • “Can I try new things without feeling ashamed?”

  • “Am I capable?”

  • “Who am I becoming?”

When you understand the why, your responses naturally change.

12 Workshop Sessions Package

This 12 session series offers a deeper exploration of child development and parenting, allowing time to understand patterns and apply practical strategies that support lasting growth and connection. The series can be completed individually, as a couple, or in a small group format, depending on availability.

Investment: $1,500 for the full 12 session series.

8 Workshop Sessions Package

This options includes 8 sessions. This is a more in-depth experience that walks through each developmental stage with additional time to explore how these concepts apply to your child and parenting experience.

Investment: $1,000 for the 8 session series.

4 Workshop Sessions Package

This option includes 4 workshop sessions. This is a shorter workshop series designed to introduce the core developmental stages and provide practical tools parents can begin applying immediately.  

Investment: $520 for the 4 session series.

Workshop Format

This workshop is designed to provide parents with a clear, structured understanding of child development and how it shows up in everyday parenting. Rather than focusing only on behavior, the sessions help parents understand the developmental needs behind their child’s actions and how their own experiences may influence their responses.

Workshops are offered as a series of guided sessions lasting approximately 60–90 minutes each. Sessions may be completed individually, as a couple, or in a small group format depending on availability.

Parents can choose the format that best fits their schedule and goals, with options ranging from a shorter introduction to development to a more comprehensive series that allows for deeper reflection and application.

Meet The Facilitator

Michael Hoye MS, ALC, APTT

Associate Licensed Counselor

Michael Hoye is an Associate Licensed Counselor at Calvert + Associates who holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy University and practices under the supervision of Adam Calvert, LPC-S. 

Michael brings extensive training in child development and works with individuals, couples, and families navigating issues such as trauma, attachment patterns, anxiety, and relationship challenges. 

In addition to counseling, Michael serves as the practice’s psychological evaluation and assessment examiner and is trained and certified to conduct ADD/ADHD testing and diagnostic evaluations. 

His work often integrates developmental counseling, cognitive behavioral strategies, and parts-based approaches to help individuals better understand behavior patterns and build healthier responses in relationships and family life. 

Through this workshop, Michael guides parents in understanding how developmental stages influence behavior and how greater insight can lead to more confident, connected parenting.

More about Michael

How To Sign Up

Interested in participating in the Parenting Through the Stages Workshop?

Complete the form to the right to request more information about workshop options, pricing, and scheduling. A member of our team will follow up with available formats and help you determine which series may be the best fit for you!

Workshops may be completed individually, as a couple, or in a small group format depending on availability.

If you prefer to speak with someone directly, you may also contact our office at 205-918-6161.

Contact

 

402 Office Park Drive, Suite 290
Birmingham, AL 35223

205-918-6161
mandy@calvertandassociates.com

FAQ

Is this therapy?

Is this therapy?


No, this is an educational workshop, not therapy. The focus is on learning about child development and practicing practical parenting tools—not on diagnosis, treatment, or processing trauma. Personal experiences may come up naturally, but the group stays structured and learning-focused.

How is this different from parenting books or online advice?

How is this different from parenting books or online advice?

Books and advice often focus on what to do. This workshop helps you understand why behaviors happen, so your responses can be more flexible, confident, and aligned with your child’s developmental needs.

It this workshop only in group format?

Is this workshop only offered in a group format?

No, this workshop can be with other parents or one-on-one for a more individualized workshop. 

Do I have to share personal details?

Do I have to share personal details?

No, sharing is always optional. You are welcome to participate by listening, reflecting privately, and applying what you learn at home. There is no pressure to speak or disclose anything personal.

What if I get emotional?

What if I get emotional?

Strong feelings can sometimes arise when parenting topics are discussed—that’s normal. The workshop is designed to be contained, respectful, and supportive, with clear boundaries to keep discussions grounded. You are always free to step back, take a break, or participate quietly.

Is this workshop only for parents who are struggling?

Is this only for parents who are struggling?

Not at all, this workshop is for parents who are:

  • Curious about their child’s development

  • Interested in being more intentional and responsive

  • Wanting more understanding—not quick fixes

You don’t need to be in crisis or have a specific problem to benefit.

What ages does this workshop cover?

What ages does this workshop cover?

The material spans infancy through adolescence. Each session focuses on specific developmental stages, and you’ll be encouraged to apply the concepts to your child’s current age (or ages, if you have more than one child).

What if I have more than one child at different ages?

What if I have more than one child at different ages?

That’s very common. You’ll learn a developmental framework that applies across ages, helping you understand each child’s needs while also noticing patterns in your own reactions as a parent.

I’m already in therapy—can I still attend?

I’m already in therapy—can I still attend?

Yes, many parents find this workshop complements therapy well. Because it’s educational rather than therapeutic, it often gives helpful language and perspective that supports ongoing personal work.

Will I be told what I’m doing wrong as a parent?

Will I be told what I’m doing wrong as a parent?

No, the emphasis is on understanding development, normalizing challenges, and expanding your options—not criticizing or “fixing” parents.

What if my parenting style is different from others in the group?

What if my parenting style is different from others in the group?

That’s to be expected since there is no “one right way” to parent. The workshop focuses on developmental needs, not rigid rules, and respects differences in family values, culture, and circumstances.

What does a typical session look like?

What does a typical session look like?

Sessions usually include:

  • Clear, accessible teaching

  • Real-life parenting examples

  • Guided reflection (often private)

  • Practical ideas you can try at home

Sessions last 60–90 minutes and follow a predictable, supportive structure.

Is this workshop confidential?

Is this workshop confidential?

Yes, participants are asked to respect privacy and confidentiality. That said, because this is an educational group (not therapy), confidentiality is discussed as a shared responsibility, and personal sharing is always voluntary.

What if I realize I need more support?

What if I realize I need more support?

That’s okay—and common. The workshop includes guidance on when additional support (such as therapy or coaching) might be helpful, and seeking support is framed as a strength, not a failure.