Supporting Families with Emotional/Mental Health Challenges

This workshop explores how a family’s emotional well-being and mental health challenges can impact a young child’s development, sense of identity, and behavior. We will discuss practical, compassionate strategies for building trusting relationships with families, supporting children who may be navigating these complexities, and creating inclusive environments that promote resilience and emotional regulation. This session will also include reflective dialogue, real-world scenarios, and time for discussion.

Negar Kaviani is a faculty member in the Early Childhood Education department at Langara College, with over 16 years of experience working with children and families as an ECE. Her work is deeply rooted in the values of relationships, inclusion, and resilience-building, and is informed by developmental psychology, trauma-informed practices, and a commitment to equity and inclusion. In addition to her academic role, Negar has worked extensively as both a parent coach and a Behavioral Interventionist (BI), supporting children with diverse needs and helping families navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. She brings a grounded, compassionate lens to conversations around child development and educator-family relationships.

Suitable for child care providers, child care workforce, and parents.

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