2025 Conflict Resolution Clinics @ CB

-March 13-

Empowering Children to Resolve their Own Conflicts

With Yi Zhao Martins, LMFT

Thursday, Mar 13, 5:30-7:30pm PDT

Live Interactive Workshop on Zoom

We all know how children fight and often argue with their siblings. As a mom of twins, I frequently find myself in a "quasi-mediator" role. It can be exhausting. My twins have asked that I help them with their conflicts, rather than letting them ‘fight it out.’ Even at a young age, they know that leaving conflicts unresolved leads to more.

 

One day, I introduced my children to a kid-friendly version of Functional Subgrouping, which I call "Joining." Through this approach, they were able to have meaningful discussions based on their values. It worked.

 

Although conflicts still arise, I no longer have to play the role of referee. Instead, I can sit back, relax, and watch them practice Functional Subgrouping as they work through their issues.

Let me show you how with this experiential training.

 

By attending this workshop, you will:

  • Improve your understanding of the benefits of Functional Subgrouping for younger populations with consideration of developmental needs.
  • Learn how to outline the steps of Functional Subgrouping and how to adapt it to different age groups, especially children.
  • Gain an understanding of the ideas, practices, and exploration of applying Functional Subgrouping with neurodivergent children in various contexts.

Yi Zhao Martins, LMFT

Yi Zhao Martins is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with over fifteen years of experience counseling children, families, and couples. With over a decade immersed in system-centered therapy approaches, Yi has been deeply engaged in working with families, children, and couples in various contexts, such as hospitals, schools, family court services, and private practice.


Yi is committed to expanding her expertise by exploring and experimenting with modalities that complement her systemic approach. She also volunteers as a mediator with Community Boards and as a support group facilitator with the Asian Mental Health Collectives. Learn more about Yi: yizhaomartins.com.

Cost

  • CB Member: $25
  • Public: $45
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After registering, you will receive the Zoom information by email.

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