Upcoming Live & Interactive Virtual Workshop for €37 - March 23rd, 2026
S.E.T. a Strong Foundation for Successful Self-Regulation
A 90-minute experiential workshop with practical tools and techniques to mindfully navigate the complexities of raising autistic, highly sensitive, ADD/ADHD, or children with extra needs with more ease and less emotional overwhelm.
€37 for 90 minutes
This workshop is priced this way so that cost is never the reason a parent doesn't show up!
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"Dr Shaffer is not only knowledgeable but also extremely empathetic and relatable.
She shares and opens up fearlessly about her own parenting experiences to invite a safe space for parents and caregivers to get support, be heard, and get inspired!"
- Audry, mother of a 6-year-old girl with autism (Canada)
Stress is the Invisible Epidemic of Parenting...
Exhaustion, disconnection, and regret are walking into our homes every day and silently eroding our peace, energy, & connection. Yet few people talk about it... That's precisely what this workshop is for!
What Will I Take Away From This Workshop?
🎯 Practical Daily Tools to help you move from reactivity and regret to responding with patience and presence (while modelling for your child how to tackle life's challenging moments with ease).
🎯 Quick Stress Reset Techniques: Learn simple practices that you can use anytime to calm your mind, with a 5-minute guided practice included.
🎯 Mindful Self-Regulation: Discover three easily-integrable strategies to stay grounded even in high-pressure moments.
🎯 Resilience: How to build it while strengthening your nervous system.
🎯 S.E.T. Framework: Introduction into the 3 key elements to a strong foundation in physical, emotional, and mental well-being as it relates to the neurodivergent parent journey (but can be applied and transformative for all parents)
🎯 Connection: Feel a sense of belonging as you learn and grow with other parents who "get it."
Live & Interactive
90-minute Workshop
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
€37 for 90 minutes
Europe/Africa
18:00 (UK & Ireland)
19:00 (Rome)
US
14:00 (Eastern)
11:00 (Pacific)
Exact dates and times will be shown according to your location when registering on Zoom.
We believe in inclusivity: all parents are welcome regardless of their child's needs
Our Mission?
To Shift the Parenting Paradigm so Families Experience More Joy and Less Stress Together!
This Workshop is for You if:
You love your kids deeply, but you want a new story, one with more connection and less stress.
You feel exhausted trying to do the “right thing” for your child
You want to feel less overwhelmed, but don't know where to start.
You need support in creating new habits and routines that make it easier to co-regulate from a calm, centred space.
You want to be that excellent model to your child and support them by mastering (and using) tools and techniques to regulate yourself first.
Why not take 90-minutes to experience the transformation yourself!
Participating Parents' Perspectives
“My relationship with my son has completely changed. I have replaced feelings of guilt and resentment with love and acceptance. Thank you!”
Ida, a single mother of
9 y/o child with developmental delays
"An excellent resource for parents looking to make that leap from frustration to problem-solving mode. Parents will gain the confidence that working to regulate their own emotions and stress will help them carve out a safer space and a calmer environment for both parents and children to thrive."
Darcy, grandmother of two highly spirited boys
“This is extremely helpful. Clearly, we need to reduce our own stress and stress in the household to help the kids reduce theirs.”
Tracy, mother of two teens with special needs
This workshop is intentionally affordable as we believe every parent deserves better support, regardless of budget!
This parent-centred training provides practical tools to help you build a strong foundation for self-regulation and overall well-being (physical, emotional, and mental). By learning the core elements to regulate yourself first, you will be better able to support your child and model healthy ways to manage stress and mindfully navigate life's difficult moments.
When parents feel more grounded, less stressed, and more in control, children benefit as well.
About Your Facilitator, Dr Elizabeth Joy Shaffer
Dr Elizabeth Joy Shaffer is an internationally recognized, board-certified American occupational therapist with over 25 years of experience supporting thousands of children, families, and educators worldwide. She is driven by a deep passion for empowering individuals and creating meaningful change in how we support children’s development, well-being, and learning.
Her work focuses on advancing human-centred approaches in education, healthcare, and family well-being, prioritizing the developmental, emotional, and regulatory needs of both children and the adults who support them.
She is the founder of Therapeutic Innovations International, Empowered Person, and serves as Chair of the IFIP Therapist and Specialist Forum, where she helps amplify the voices of children, families, and professionals globally while advocating for both practical (micro) and systemic (macro) change through collaboration and education.
Elizabeth brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, research, and lived experience. She shares insights from her professional and personal journey in a relatable, heart-focused way, integrating both Western and Eastern health-promoting practices to help parents reconnect with themselves and their children with greater awareness, regulation, and joy.
A published researcher, influential leader, and inspiring keynote speaker, she champions neurodiversity and envisions a world where every child thrives. Her published research on her work with parents has been downloaded by top universities, government institutions, healthcare organizations, and companies around the world and can be found HERE.
To access additional resources, explore the following books Dr Elizabeth Joy has contributed to: The Highest Frequencies of Love: Unconventional Solutions for Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum and The Perfectly Imperfect Parent.
Our Goal?
To help as many parents as possible experience less stress and more joy in their lives, while supporting their children to do the same.
FAQs
Q: What can I expect when joining?
A: This is NOT a lecture, but a live and interactive online group workshop experience done in a safe, nurturing (and fun) way, that integrates information and exercises and allows you to learn and grow in a safe environment. It's designed in a similar format to an in-person workshop, so expect to be an active participant (with the option to join in as you see fit).
Q: Will there be a chance for me to ask questions?
A: Yes, there will be a dedicated Q&A session at the end
Q: Does this event take place online?
A: Yes, please sign in to the event using the Zoom link sent to you before the event.
Q: What are your privacy policies?
A: As a board-certified therapist, privacy and parents feeling safe to learn in this group workshop are important. You are encouraged to join the level you feel comfortable with, and instructions for how to take part in a way that fits your level of comfort will be provided at the start of the workshop. You can review additional privacy practices and policies at the bottom of this page.
Q: What time is this event in my city?
A: The exact event time according to your time zone will be shown in the next step when registering by clicking one of the buttons above.
Q: What if I miss the live event?
A: A recording will be shared.
Join The Movement To Stress Less & Love More!
Because our children learn from what we do, not what we say...
When we do better, our kids do better!
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