BONUS OFFER: Download Becoming the Parent You Needed: A Parent's Guide to Reparenting Yourself for just $9.97 ($17 value) with your registration. This will show up as an offer at checkout.
with Sarah DeLuca, LCSW
TWO OPTIONS!
3 hour In-Person Workshop: Sept 7, 2025
503 Remington St, Fort Collins, CO 80524
Two Part, Live Virtual Workshop
Sept 11 & 25, 2025, 6-7:30pm MST
Recorded version available
You're a really good parent who wants to use Respectful Parenting in your home but in the moment, you just can't seem to do it.
You've read all the parenting books, followed the parenting influencers and maybe even started therapy!
But your kid's behavior isn't getting any better, and now, you're feeling guilty because you're still yelling and giving time-outs
(when you know they don't work!).
You're frustrated because...
You know that what you're doing isn't working, and it doesn't feel good, but you get so triggered by your child's behavior and it just happens.
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You weren't raised with Respectful Parenting so you don't have a model for what that even looks like.
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You've read countless parenting books, listen to all the podcasts, and follow all the "mom-fluencers" - but it's just not clicking.
- You've noticed that time-outs, rewards and punishments may work temporarily, but the behaviors come back, and you have a feeling they might be getting worse.
- You want to raise your child to be compassionate, respectful, responsible, empowered, but you're not sure exactly how to do that...
I get it.
Hi! I'm Sarah, a therapist, Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator & mom of three.
I've read SO MANY parenting books. I even took some of the parenting courses that are available out there.
But one thing was always missing.
When my kid was melting down or refusing to get in the car or hitting their sibling, I got so overwhelmed I couldn't use ANY of the tools I learned.
I finally learned that I needed to shift my perspective from eliminating all my child's "bad behavior" to responding in a way that allowed them to actually change their behavior in the long run. I learned that Respectful Parenting is a long game.
I also realized that there were parts of my own childhood that needed to be healed so I wouldn't be so triggered by my kiddo's age-appropriate behavior.
Once I did that, I was able to stay regulated and help my kids move through these challenging moments, while learning to be responsible, respectful and capable members of society.
And then I started seeing LESS of the "bad" behaviors.
Imagine what it would feel like to...
Be the parent you always wanted or needed. Many of us were not parented with respect, so we simply don't have a model for what that looks like. We start by Reparenting ourslves so we can show up in a healthier way for our kids.
Be confident that you understand what your child is trying to communicate through their behavior and know how to meet that need so you see less of the "bad" behavior.
Have practical tools at your fingertips that you know will help in the moment AND build skills your child needs to be successful.
All without feeling guilty when you inevitably screw it up along the way.
We will even learn how to recover from those mistakes and why those moments are crucial for our kids' emotional development.
Join me for:
Feel Free to Parent is a 3 hour interactive workshop for parents of kids aged 2-9 who want to learn practical strategies to implement Respectful Parenting at home, so they can stop yelling and start feeling more connected to their children.
“We went into the workshop knowing that we have been operating with short fuses for a while and needed to try something new to get our kids back on track. The constant nagging, bribing and timeouts were not working at all. Sarah reminded us that kids are doing their best and we need to be mindful of the tone and language we use with them to make them feel respected and heard - just like we want! She taught us how a family meeting can help your kids feel like they are part of the decision making. We learned about bilateral stimulation and how much it can help regulate your emotional state. It was an engaging and thought provoking day. I highly recommend one of her workshops! We started implementing some of her ideas the same day.”
-Mom & Dad of 2 boys (5&3)
At the end of our 3 hours together, you'll walk away with:
Hands-on experience that opens your eyes to how your child might be experiencing your current parenting strategy, and what to do instead.
An understanding of how your own experiences as a child may have an impact on how you respond to your child's behavior. We will take the first steps in the process of Reparenting ourselves so you can show up in a healthier way for your kids.
A "cheat sheet" for how to identify what needs your child is actually trying to communicate through their misguided behavior.
The confidence to parent without rewards and punishments, or fear-based motivation.
Easy to access guides to keep around your house with simple ways to meet the needs your child is trying to communicate so you see less of the "bad behavior".
A step-by-step guide to conduct a Family Meeting at home, and the experience of leading one as a group.
Register for Feel Free to Parent Now!
(In-Person & Virtual options available. Read each section before registering)
Sept 7th, 10-1pm
In-person, Fort Collins, CO
2 Participants
ONE PAYMENT OF:
$80
*Save when you come with a partner*
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Respectful Parenting can be a shift in how parents think about raising kids, since many of us were raised with mainstream techniques like time-outs and spanking.
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If you are parenting with a partner, I recommend both partners attend, since parenting always goes more smoothly when you are on the same page.
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For this workshop, "partner" can be very loosely defined: a spouse, a co-parent, your own parent, your nanny, your bff who you feel like you're raising your kids with.
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BONUS OFFER: Download my 50-page workbook, Becoming the Parent You Needed: A Parent's Guide to Reparenting Yourself for just $9.97 ($17 value) with your registration. This will show up as an offer at checkout.
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Sept 7th, 10-1pm
In-person Fort Collins, CO
1 Participant
ONE PAYMENT OF:
$60
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While I'd love to see you there with a partner or friend, I'm a mom of three young kids and understand that it can be hard to find childcare, so I get it! Come on your own and meet other like-minded parents!
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You will meet a community of parents who also want to raise their kids with dignity and respect, and you'll help each other problem-solve solutions to your current parenting challenges.
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You'll spend 3 hours learning and practicing new skills you can start using right away. This includes engaging, hands-on activities that teach practical tools for raising confident, responsible and compassionate children.
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BONUS OFFER: Download my 50-page workbook, Becoming the Parent You Needed: A Parent's Guide to Reparenting Yourself for just $9.97 ($17 value) with your registration. This will show up as an offer at checkout.
2-Part Virtual Workshop Sept 11 & 25, 6-7:30pm MST
ONE PAYMENT OF:
$75
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You will spend a total of 3 hours (1.5 hours per session) learning and practicing new skills you can start using right away. The break between sessions allows time to use the first half of the material at home, and return with questions we can problem solve as a group!
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You will receive an email with several documents and worksheets that we will reference and complete during the workshop.
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My hope is that if you are parenting with a partner, both will attend the live workshop so you can be on the same page as you implement this new parenting philosophy. The price of your ticket is the same, so I hope you come with someone who is supportive of your parenting journey!
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The two sessions of this virtual workshop will be recorded for parents who are not able to attend live. If something comes up during the workshop that you would like deleted from the recording, I will absolutely honor that request.
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BONUS OFFER: Download my 50-page workbook, Becoming the Parent You Needed: A Parent's Guide to Reparenting Yourself for just $9.97 ($17 value) with your registration. This will show up as an offer at checkout.
Purchase Recorded of Virtual Workshop only
ONE PAYMENT OF:
$50
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When you place your order, you will receive an email with several documents and worksheets that are used during the workshop. You can explore them on your own and begin using the material right away.
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After the virtual workshop takes place in September, I will email you a recording that you can watch at your own pace.
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Early bird Discount: Use the code Early10 for $10 off the purchase of this recorded workshop until Sept 10, 2025.
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BONUS OFFER: Download my 50-page workbook, Becoming the Parent You Needed: A Parent's Guide to Reparenting Yourself for just $9.97 ($17 value) with your registration. This will show up as an offer at checkout.
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Frequently asked questions
Here are a few answers to our most common questions
What is Respectful Parenting?
Respectful Parenting differs from mainstream parenting in that it shifts the focus away from external motivation (rewards & punishments) toward intrinsic motivation and an understanding of behavior as communication.
Respectful Parenting is based on mutual respect within the family, where parents are both kind and firm at the same time. It helps children develop a sense of significance and belonging through their connection with their parents. The characteristics and life skills that children develop when parents follow a Respectful Parenting approach allow them to see how capable they are and feel encouraged to make good choices without external rewards.
What do you mean by "interactive"?
This workshop is experiential, so we will be doing activities that demonstrate various concepts around parenting and what it is like to be a child. If you are not comfortable participating in activities, don't worry. There are always enough folks willing to volunteer that you won't have to if you don't want to. I want everyone to feel safe and comfortable while they learn!
This feels outside of my budget. Am I getting a good value with this workshop?
Great question! I strive to provide valuable education at a price that is accessible to as many folks as possible. When I work with a family one on one, my hourly fee is $170. During the first couple of 1:1 sessions, we go over all the information covered in this workshop. My hope is that this workshop will give a foundation for your Respectful Parenting journey at a fraction of the cost of 1:1 support.
What is your education or training to teach this workshop?
I am a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and was trained by the Positive Discipline Association. Positive Discipline is an education model that falls within the Respectful Parenting lens.
I am also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boston College with a concentration in Children, Youth and Family studies.
Probably most importantly, I use Positive Discipline (and Respectful Parenting in general) every day at home with my three children.
What is the refund policy?
While I am not able to refund your ticket, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else. Reach out to me at sarah@respectfulroots.com and I can help to share on social media that a ticket is up for grabs!
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
I'm happy to answer any questions you may have so you can determine if this workshop is right for you! Email me at sarah@respectfulroots.com and I'll get back to you asap.
Before you go...
If there's one thing I want you to remember, it's this:
Trust your gut!
If you've read this far, I have a feeling you are ready to make this shift in your parenting journey and this workshop could be exactly what you need. So don't second guess yourself.
If you're worried you're not ready yet, or aren't 100% convinced Feel Free to Parent is the perfect fit - reach out to sarah@respectfulroots.com.
I'll be totally honest about whether I think this workshop will help you with your next phase of Respectful Parenting.
You've got nothing to lose.
So what are you waiting for?