Family Strengthening
&
Connection Program
A Family-Centered Approach to Supporting Teens with Behavioral Challenges
Parenting a teen with behavioral challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Our Family Strength & Connection Program is designed to help families rebuild trust, improve communication, and foster emotional resilience.
Using the Creating Lasting Family Connections (CLFC) curriculum and Love and Logic® principles, we provide families with practical tools to strengthen relationships, set healthy boundaries, and support teens in developing essential life skills.
What You'll Gain:
✔ Stronger Family Bonds – Strengthen emotional connections and foster mutual respect.
✔ Effective Discipline Strategies – Learn how to set limits with empathy and encourage accountability.
✔ Better Communication – Navigate conflicts calmly and build trust through open dialogue.
✔ Teen Resilience & Decision-Making – Equip teens with self-regulation, problem-solving, and social skills.
Program Overview:
1️⃣ Building Stronger Family Bonds – Understanding family dynamics, active listening, and mutual respect.
2️⃣ Emotional Regulation & Coping Strategies – Mindfulness, stress management, and handling big emotions.
3️⃣ Positive Discipline & Boundaries – Encouraging responsibility through natural consequences.
4️⃣ Communication & Conflict Resolution – Managing disagreements constructively and avoiding power struggles.
5️⃣ Preventing Risky Behaviors – Addressing peer pressure, substance use, and impulsive decision-making.
Who Should Join?
This program is ideal for families with teens (ages 12-18) experiencing:
🔹 Defiance & oppositional behavior
🔹 Emotional outbursts & poor impulse control
🔹 School refusal or academic struggles
🔹 Risk-taking behaviors (substance use, self-harm, etc.)
🔹 Frequent family conflict & communication breakdowns
How It Works:
📅 Weekly family sessions (in-person or virtual)
👥 Breakout groups for parents & teens
🛠️ Interactive workshops with real-life practice
📖 Personalized support & resource guides
With a compassionate, structured approach, this program empowers families to create a safe, supportive environment where teens can thrive.