Workshops & Classes

Couples Communication Class:

Register soon for our next class!

Learn essential skills from the PAIRS program, which has helped tens of thousands of couples. Based on over 20 years of research as to what makes a relationship successful. This is a skill building class, not therapy.

Next class will be Fall 2007. Class will be held through the Ann Arbor Public Schools Rec. and Ed. Program. Materials and homework will be provided at each class. The cost is $120 per couple for residents in the Ann Arbor Public School District, $144 for others, for the entire class, including materials.

To register or obtain more information call (734) 213-3568 or email ldlawson@sbcglobal.net

Or go to the Rec. and Ed. Website:

AAPS Rec and Ed

For more information on PAIRS check out their website:
www.pairs.com

When Should I Be Concerned? How to tell if a child needs therapy

"At any given time, one in five young people are suffering from a mental health problem. Two-thirds are not getting the help they need,” according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This workshop focuses on what behaviors and signs a parent or school need to be aware of to decide if a child would benefit from therapy.

Less Stress Parenting
The main focus of this workshop is to lessen the burden on parents and teach children to be more responsible, thus reducing your stress while enhancing their self-esteem. You’ll learn easy-to-use, practical techniques that help parents achieve respectful and healthy relationships with their children. Also, age appropriate strategies to address common parental concerns. This is parent survival training!

Interpersonal Relationship Skills for Middle school and High School Age Children
This workshop provides essential skills for building and sustaining healthy relationships. Whether it is between parent and child, siblings, or peers, these skills help kids with anger management, avoiding conflicts and misunderstandings, and become better listeners with more empathy and respect for others.

Playful Techniques to Help Kids with ADHD
Medication does not address most of the problems that children with ADHD struggle with. It can not teach them social skills, awareness of person space, following directions, empathy, problem-solving, etc… Lectures don’t work, they aren’t paying attention anyway. They sure like to have fun though, and they can learn and have fun at the same time.

For more information about available and ongoing workshops and classes call 734-213-3568 or send email

Couples Communication Class taught by ...

David and Linda Lawson