Human Potential Conference: Mindful Parenting During Times of Uncertainty

This year’s conference explores the journey from adult child to mindful parent, the latest in gender care and inclusion, and strategies for managing screen time and real-world engagement. Sessions will also focus on supporting twice-exceptional children, transforming parental worry into advocacy, and navigating today’s evolving educational landscape.

New York Times Bestselling Author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

Dr. Gibson will explore challenges faced by adult children of immature parents, including self-esteem issues, boundary setting, interpersonal dynamics, trust concerns, and the journey toward self-compassion. She will also discuss strategies to break the cycle and evolve into a mature, attuned parent or supportive professional.

A Panel Discussion will be led by Dr. James H. Bramson and it will be a featured Podcast on Shrinksrap.com!

Dr. Diane Ehrensaft

Psychologist, Director of Mental Health, and founding member of the Child and Adolescent Gender Center (CAGC) at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. Authored books: Gender Explained (co-author) and The Gender Creative Child, among others.

Dr. Richard Freed

Psychologist and author of Wired Child. He specializes in the impact of digital technologies on youth development and family dynamics. Trained at Harvard.

Dr. Dan Peters

CEO of Summit Center, podcaster, executive coach, and author of Make Your Worrier a Warrior: A Guide to Conquering Your Child’s Fears

Dr. Lisa Benton-Hardy

Psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She earned her degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and specializes in pediatric and adolescent psychiatry.

• Live music by Ron Kemp

• Delicious food and appetizers

• Opportunities for networking and discussion

• Autographed books available

Join us for an enlightening evening dedicated to mindful parenting in today’s complex world. We hope to see you there!

About WCMI and EBMC:

(WCMI) brings together a community of mindfulness-based psychotherapists and allied professionals. Members seek and share evolving research, and best practices via networking meetings, workshops, and case consultations. Learn more and join WCMI here

(EBMC) delivers mindfulness-based healing methods. Our services include clinical counseling, intensive therapy programs, psychological assessments, organizational consulting solutions, and college prep coaching.

There are no known conflicts of interest for this workshop.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar Street, Berkeley, United States