Workshops

Workshops | Irvine Therapy Services
For Parents

Workshops & Webinars

Practical tools, expert guidance, and community connection — designed to help you move from managing behaviors to genuine, joyful connection with your child.

45+ Years Serving OC Families
3,500+ Families Cared For
180+ Years Combined Clinical Experience
About Our Workshops

Have you looked deep below the surface?

We know how difficult it can be to manage behaviors — especially when they are occurring multiple times throughout the day, draining your patience, and impacting school and social relationships.

Each and every behavior is a form of communication. We are here to empower you with tools and support your family in moving from managing behaviors to genuine, joyful, and peaceful connection.

  • Decipher what your child's behaviors are communicating
  • Better understand and respond to their needs
  • Move from reactive management to genuine connection
  • Access expert guidance led by 2–3 clinicians per session
Explore Our Webinars
What to Expect

Learning designed for families

Our workshops and webinars are led by experienced clinicians and designed to give you real tools you can use right away.

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Expert-Led Guidance

Each session is presented by 2–3 of our clinicians, bringing depth and diverse clinical perspectives to every topic.

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Flexible Access

Pre-recorded webinars you can watch anytime. Live in-person workshops available for groups and school staff when booked.

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Go Deeper With a Consult

After a webinar, book a 1:1 consultation to explore your child's specific situation and receive tailored strategies.

In-Person Workshops Available for Booking

Live, on-site training sessions

Led by our clinicians on-site at schools or other venues — available by booking. Each runs 1–2 hours. These sessions are also listed on our For Schools page under Professional Development.

Live / In-Person
1.5 hours
School Staff & Parents
On-site or Clinic

Using the DIR Approach to Support Challenging Behaviors in Schools

An introduction to the DIRFloortime® model as a framework for understanding and supporting children who display challenging behaviors in the school setting. Helps staff move from reactive management to connection-first strategies.

Live / In-Person
1.5 – 2 hours
School Staff
On-site or Clinic

Playful, Connected, and Regulated: Supporting Challenging Behaviors through Connection, Co-Regulation, and Intentional Language

A practical workshop exploring how connection and co-regulation serve as the foundation for lasting behavior change. Duration is flexible (1.5–2 hours) depending on the group's needs.

Live / In-Person
1 hour
School Staff or Parents
School, Clinic, or Remote

Understanding Sensory Processing and Regulation: Helping Children Feel Calm, Connected, and Ready to Learn

Designed for both school staff and parents, this session builds a foundational understanding of sensory processing and how it affects a child's ability to regulate, focus, and connect throughout the day.

Also Available

Pre-Recorded Workshops

Available on request. Reach out to us for access and pricing.

Pre-Recorded
Beneath Behaviors

Contact us to access this recording.

Pre-Recorded
School-Based Challenging Behaviors

Contact us to access this recording.

Webinars Pre-Recorded · Watch Anytime

On-demand learning for parents

Each webinar is 1–1.5 hours, led by 2–3 of our clinicians. Purchase a recording to watch at your own pace — then book a 1:1 consultation to dive deeper into your child's specific situation.

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Sibling Dynamics

One of the most challenging social dynamics may be occurring in your own home. Siblings may differ in age, personality, interests, or neurotype. We support you in identifying the needs of each child that may be leading to conflict, and help you create opportunities for successful sibling connection.

1–1.5 hrs Parents Pre-Recorded
Free Available Now

Challenging Behaviors

Each and every behavior is a form of communication. We help you decipher what your child's behaviors are communicating, so you can better understand and respond to their needs — moving your family toward genuine, joyful, and peaceful connection.

1–1.5 hrs Parents Pre-Recorded
Available Now

Supporting Friendship Building

Being social requires intrinsic motivation to connect with others, the ability to communicate and join in playfully, and a sense of one's own interests and strengths. We help you discover your child's communication style and motivations so that genuine friendships may grow.

1–1.5 hrs Parents Pre-Recorded
Available Now

Navigating a Diagnosis

A diagnosis does not define you or your child — it provides insight into how best to offer support and encouragement. By embracing your child's neurodivergence and advocating for their strengths, you can help them navigate life with confidence and self-acceptance. You are not alone.

1–1.5 hrs Parents Pre-Recorded
Available Now

ABA vs. DIRFloortime

Our therapists are trained in the DIRFloortime® model, which embraces a child's developmental capacities and neurodiverse strengths while coaching caregivers. We understand some families also find ABA beneficial, and we help you navigate which approach is best for your family.

1–1.5 hrs Parents Pre-Recorded
Coming Soon In Production

Gestalt Language Processing

An introduction to Gestalt Language Processing — an alternative path of language development that many neurodivergent children follow. This webinar is currently in production. Sign up below to be notified when it launches.

1–1.5 hrs Parents
Want to Go Deeper?

Book a 1:1 Consultation

Want to dedicate time to discuss your own child's specific situation? Schedule a consultation to explore your unique circumstances more deeply and receive tailored, follow-up strategies from one of our clinicians.