
What we’re about
Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys, and every child comes with their own unique needs. If you’re a Fairfax, Virginia parent searching for parenting classes, parent coaching, academic support for your child, and expert guidance on managing toddler behavior, positive discipline, and daily routines, you’ve come to the right place!
Through free parenting workshops and coaching sessions, you’ll gain research-backed strategies to help your child thrive while making parenting more enjoyable and less stressful in your home.
### What You'll Learn:
✅ Positive parenting strategies to promote cooperation and respect
✅ How to handle toddler tantrums and meltdowns calmly and effectively
✅ Step-by-step potty training techniques for success
✅ How to establish stress-free morning and bedtime routines
✅ Encouraging healthy sleep habits for babies, toddlers, and young children
✅ Tips for managing picky eating and promoting healthy food choices
✅ Setting boundaries with strong-willed children while maintaining connection
✅ Building emotional intelligence and social skills in young children
✅ Gentle discipline strategies to reduce power struggles and frustration
✅ Mindfulness and relaxation tools to support emotional well-being
If you've been searching for a parenting class near me in Fairfax, VA or need one-on-one parent coaching, this is the perfect opportunity to gain expert support and proven parenting techniques tailored to your family's needs.
Is your child homeschooled? We can help! Send us a message to see how :)
I look forward to helping your family build a happier, more connected home!
Jen
Jen Pla, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Founder | Aligned Families
Family Alignment Coach
858-209-1111
**Jen@alignedfamilies.com**
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Positive Parenting Made Simple: Strategies for a Strong Parent-Child BondLink visible for attendees
As a parent, if you’re trying to guide behavior gently, respond with more patience, and hold boundaries that actually work, this free class is for you.
📅 RSVP Here: https://alignedfamilies.com/event/positive-parenting-class/
In Positive Parenting Made Simple, you’ll learn how to respond with intention, reduce power struggles, and bring more calm and clarity into your home. This class blends compassionate, connection-based strategies with evidence-based tools that truly support children’s development.
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What You Will Learn:
✔ How to stay calm and connected during meltdowns or refusals
✔ How to create simple routines that support cooperation
✔ Ways to use reinforcement that feel respectful and effective
✔ Scripts and tools for setting boundaries without yelling or punishment***
Who It Is For:
🌟 Parents of children ages 2–10 looking for practical, connection-based tools
🌟 Families navigating autism, ADHD, or sensory processing needs
🌟 Single parents, co-parents, and blended families managing daily routines
🌟 Educators and caregivers supporting children’s emotional development***
Who Will Be Presenting:
Jen is a Family, Child & Parent Coach with over 24 years of experience guiding families through real-life parenting challenges. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), a Licensed Behavior Analyst, and a Registered Yoga Teacher for children. Jen has supported thousands of families with strategies that are rooted in science and grounded in connection.🌐 Learn more at alignedfamilies.com
***
Invite a Friend or Family Member!
Know someone who would benefit from this class? Share the event and join together.We look forward to seeing you soon!
- Positive Parenting Made Simple: Strategies for a Strong Parent-Child BondLink visible for attendees
As a parent, if you’re trying to guide behavior gently, respond with more patience, and hold boundaries that actually work, this free class is for you.
📅 RSVP Here: https://alignedfamilies.com/event/positive-parenting-class/
In Positive Parenting Made Simple, you’ll learn how to respond with intention, reduce power struggles, and bring more calm and clarity into your home. This class blends compassionate, connection-based strategies with evidence-based tools that truly support children’s development.
***
What You Will Learn:
✔ How to stay calm and connected during meltdowns or refusals
✔ How to create simple routines that support cooperation
✔ Ways to use reinforcement that feel respectful and effective
✔ Scripts and tools for setting boundaries without yelling or punishment***
Who It Is For:
🌟 Parents of children ages 2–10 looking for practical, connection-based tools
🌟 Families navigating autism, ADHD, or sensory processing needs
🌟 Single parents, co-parents, and blended families managing daily routines
🌟 Educators and caregivers supporting children’s emotional development***
Who Will Be Presenting:
Jen is a Family, Child & Parent Coach with over 24 years of experience guiding families through real-life parenting challenges. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), a Licensed Behavior Analyst, and a Registered Yoga Teacher for children. Jen has supported thousands of families with strategies that are rooted in science and grounded in connection.🌐 Learn more at alignedfamilies.com
***
Invite a Friend or Family Member!
Know someone who would benefit from this class? Share the event and join together.We look forward to seeing you soon!
- Positive Parenting Made Simple: Strategies for a Strong Parent-Child BondLink visible for attendees
As a parent, if you’re trying to guide behavior gently, respond with more patience, and hold boundaries that actually work, this free class is for you.
📅 RSVP Here: https://alignedfamilies.com/event/positive-parenting-class/
In Positive Parenting Made Simple, you’ll learn how to respond with intention, reduce power struggles, and bring more calm and clarity into your home. This class blends compassionate, connection-based strategies with evidence-based tools that truly support children’s development.
***
What You Will Learn:
✔ How to stay calm and connected during meltdowns or refusals
✔ How to create simple routines that support cooperation
✔ Ways to use reinforcement that feel respectful and effective
✔ Scripts and tools for setting boundaries without yelling or punishment***
Who It Is For:
🌟 Parents of children ages 2–10 looking for practical, connection-based tools
🌟 Families navigating autism, ADHD, or sensory processing needs
🌟 Single parents, co-parents, and blended families managing daily routines
🌟 Educators and caregivers supporting children’s emotional development***
Who Will Be Presenting:
Jen is a Family, Child & Parent Coach with over 24 years of experience guiding families through real-life parenting challenges. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), a Licensed Behavior Analyst, and a Registered Yoga Teacher for children. Jen has supported thousands of families with strategies that are rooted in science and grounded in connection.🌐 Learn more at alignedfamilies.com
***
Invite a Friend or Family Member!
Know someone who would benefit from this class? Share the event and join together.We look forward to seeing you soon!
- Positive Parenting Made Simple: Strategies for a Strong Parent-Child BondLink visible for attendees
As a parent, if you’re trying to guide behavior gently, respond with more patience, and hold boundaries that actually work, this free class is for you.
📅 RSVP Here: https://alignedfamilies.com/event/positive-parenting-class/
In Positive Parenting Made Simple, you’ll learn how to respond with intention, reduce power struggles, and bring more calm and clarity into your home. This class blends compassionate, connection-based strategies with evidence-based tools that truly support children’s development.
***
What You Will Learn:
✔ How to stay calm and connected during meltdowns or refusals
✔ How to create simple routines that support cooperation
✔ Ways to use reinforcement that feel respectful and effective
✔ Scripts and tools for setting boundaries without yelling or punishment***
Who It Is For:
🌟 Parents of children ages 2–10 looking for practical, connection-based tools
🌟 Families navigating autism, ADHD, or sensory processing needs
🌟 Single parents, co-parents, and blended families managing daily routines
🌟 Educators and caregivers supporting children’s emotional development***
Who Will Be Presenting:
Jen is a Family, Child & Parent Coach with over 24 years of experience guiding families through real-life parenting challenges. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), a Licensed Behavior Analyst, and a Registered Yoga Teacher for children. Jen has supported thousands of families with strategies that are rooted in science and grounded in connection.🌐 Learn more at alignedfamilies.com
***
Invite a Friend or Family Member!
Know someone who would benefit from this class? Share the event and join together.We look forward to seeing you soon!