About this Event
This workshop is part of the Emotional Fitness Studio in Annapolis, a year-round wellness initiative offering FREE monthly in-person workshops and experiences.
*PLEASE READ: Tickets for this event are free as part of our mission to support wellness in our community. However, spots are limited, so we kindly ask that you PLEASE only register if you plan to attend. This ensures we can reserve spaces for those who are eager to participate. Your understanding helps us make the most of this initiative—thank you!
In this Event:
A Workshop for Parents Who Want Clarity, Confidence & Collaboration
School meetings shouldn’t leave you anxious, confused, or second-guessing yourself. Yet for so many parents, conversations about IEPs, Section 504 Plans, or Learning Support Plans can feel overwhelming, rushed, or emotionally draining.
If that’s been your experience—you are not alone.
This workshop is designed to help you show up with a steadier nervous system, a clearer plan, and the confidence to advocate effectively for your child.
Led by educator and parent-advocate Amy Morales, M.Ed., this interactive session blends practical strategies with the heart-centered support parents deserve. You’ll learn how to navigate the special education process with less stress—and more success—including how to:
Understand your child’s rights and what schools must provide
Communicate with school teams in ways that are assertive and collaborative
Prepare for meetings so you feel grounded, organized, and ready
Ask effective questions that move conversations forward
Advocate without burnout, shutdown, or emotional overload
You’ll walk away with tools you can use immediately—so you feel heard, your child’s needs stay centered, and your voice remains steady at the table.
Because this isn’t just paperwork.
This is about helping your child thrive.
About Amy:
Meet Amy Morales, M.Ed.—educator, advocate, and the calm, steady presence parents wish they had in every meeting.
Founder of Flourishing Well, Amy brings more than 30 years of experience in education, advocacy, leadership, and human development. She is a certified life coach (Georgetown University), holds a Cornell University certification in Executive Leadership, is a HERD Institute® Certified Equine-Facilitated Learning Practitioner, and a Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath® Certified Practitioner.
But what sets Amy apart is not just her expertise—it’s her lived experience.
As the mother of a neurodiverse adult child, she has spent decades navigating school systems, decoding what works (and what doesn’t), and learning how to advocate with both courage and compassion.
Amy understands the stress families carry. She knows the emotional weight of wanting your child to be seen, supported, and understood. Through her consulting, advocacy, and parent-support services she helps families move from confusion and overwhelm to clarity and confidence.
With a grounded, compassionate approach, Amy creates a space where parents feel affirmed, prepared, and genuinely supported.
Flourishing Well → https://www.flourishingwell.net/
The Organizer:
These wellness events are brought to you by Maria Winters, licensed mental health therapist and creator of the Emotional Fitness Studio in Annapolis, an initiative built on the belief that everyone deserves access to tools that can help us feel and live better. This work is made possible thanks to the support of amazing sponsors:
Thrive Gym https://www.thrivegym.org/
Premier Planning Group https://www.premierplanninggroup.com/
Thank you also to Swain Domain for partnering with the Emotional Fitness Studio and sharing your incredible talent in photography and videography. https://www.bethanyswain.net/
Questions? Contact Maria at (703)338-0017 or [email protected].
For the list of all events with The Emotional Fitness Studio, visit: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/ and follow our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/share/g3mXNQheqCKu8vdD/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Disclaimer: This workshop is intended for informational and personal wellness and development purposes only. It is not a substitute for therapy, Medic*tion, or mental health or medical treatment. If you need mental health or medical support, please consult a licensed therapist or medical professional.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
2158 Renard Ct, 2158 Renard Court, Annapolis, United States
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