Calm, Compassionate Responding ~ Parent Coaching Lesson Plan

This 4-page coaching lesson teaches BCBAs how to help parents respond calmly and compassionately during and after challenging behaviors — placing the adult's own regulation at the center, with co-regulation strategies, de-escalation guidance, and reconnection after difficult moments.

What You'll Learn

• What happens in your body when your child is dysregulated — and why it matters for your response
• Co-regulation strategies parents can practice to stay calm during behavior escalation
• How to respond during escalation: stay calm, ensure safety, avoid demands
• How to reconnect and repair the relationship after a behavioral incident

Who Is This For

BCBAs coaching parents who struggle to stay regulated during their child's challenging behavior.

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