PDA Annual Conference
San Diego, CA – July 18, 2014
Morning Sessions (Synopsis)
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Building A Positive Discipline Biz that ROCKS
Dina Emser, CPDLT & Casey O'Roarty, CPDT
Parent Educators-come and learn traditional and progressive business models to develop branding, create
client loyalty and learn about technology to build your Biz.
The Science of Relationships: PD Tools That Encourage and Motivate
Laurie Prusso Hatch, CPDT
In this exciting and humorous presentation you will learn how science and our work come together. You will
begin to understand why it is better to encourage than discourage.
Two Generations of Positive Discipline: Jane Nelsen and Her Grown Children Tell All!
Dr. Jane Nelsen, PDA Co-Founder, Mary Tamborski, CPDPE and Brad Ainge
They will tell ALL! Get the inside scoop on this amazing Positive Discipline family. Learn what they liked and
didn't like and why Brad doesn't like "Put Them in the Same Boat."
10:45 am - 12:15 pm
Building A Positive Discipline Biz That ROCKS
Dina Emser, CPDLT & Casey O'Roarty, CPDT
Parent Educators-come and learn traditional and progressive business models to develop branding, create
client loyalty and learn about technology to build your Biz.
The Science of Relationships: PD Tools That Encourage and Motivate
Laurie Prusso Hatch, CPDT
In this exciting and humorous presentation you will learn how science and our work come together. You will
begin to understand why it is better to encourage than discourage.
Getting to "Yes!" How to Gain Cooperation from Your Toddler or Preschooler
Terese Bradshaw, CPDT
In this fun and interactive session you will get into your child's world to learn why they do with they do and how
we contribute to that behavior. Discover helpful fun ways to experience more peace and joy with young children
(at least most of the time).
Afternoon Sessions (Synopsis)
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Solving the Mystery of Parenting Teens
Lynn Lott, PDA Co-Founder, Kimberly Gonsalves, CPDT and Alicia Wang, CPDT
This enlightening and fun session focuses on communication, letting go, dealing with scary behavior and so
much more. Enjoy participating in a mini class complete with a surprise.
Empathy and Self Compassion: The Keys to Shame Resilience for
Parents and Children
Tracy McConaghie, LCSW, RPT-S, CPDLT
We have all experienced fear and shame at some time. Join this compelling session to understand the research
and shame resilience theory of Brené Brown. Learn the use of self compassion and empathy so you can teach
your children and others to do the same.
When Children Erupt. . .Positive Discipline and the Explosive Child
Steven Foster, CPDLT and Joel Nixon, CPDT
With ongoing violence in public schools it is evident many children have experienced some type of trauma.
Explore how Positive Discipline can be used to respectfully connect with children and help them achieve
belonging and significance. NOTE: Nature of content could cause emotional discomfort or offend sensibilities.