Full-Day In-Person + Live Stream Conference · August 7, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM PST
Mindful Guide Consulting · Full-Day Conference
Beyond Behaviour:
Building Your Child's Thinking Brain
If you've tried everything and still feel like something is missing… this will change how you understand your child and your role in their growth.
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The Bigger Picture
What If The Goal Wasn't Just Better Behaviour… But a Better Thinking Brain?
So many approaches focus on what children do: their compliance, their skills, their outward performance. But real, lasting change doesn't start there. It starts underneath… in how a child thinks, adapts, relates to others, and makes sense of the world.
This one-day, experience-rich conference will introduce you to a powerful developmental lens that goes beyond behaviour, into the foundations of flexible thinking, resilience, communication, and independence. You won't just leave with ideas. You'll leave seeing your child, and yourself, differently.
Sound Familiar?
You Might Be Feeling Like…
You've Tried Everything
Like you're trying everything, but not seeing lasting change. Unsure how to truly support your child beyond surface skills.
And you are not alone.Option Overwhelm
Limited by your current toolbox of strategies, overwhelmed by the number of therapies and opinions.
And you are not alone.You Can Only Help In One Area
Not the whole picture. You want something more meaningful, more connected, more lasting.
And you are not alone.Why It Matters
Why Does This Matter?
You're not just learning one perspective. You're learning through a collaborative lens—seeing how developmental principles apply across real-life situations, guided by two experienced professionals who deeply understand both the science and the lived experience.
Is This Right For You?
Who This Is — And Isn't — For
Who Is This For?
- Parents who want to move beyond managing behaviour and truly understand their child.
- Caregivers ready to take a more confident, active role in development.
- Professionals seeking a deeper, relationship-based developmental framework.
- Anyone who feels like something important is missing from traditional approaches.
This May Not Be For You If…
- You're looking for quick fixes or behaviour-only strategies.
- You prefer step-by-step programs focused on compliance.
- You're not open to reflecting on your role in your child's development.
The Experience
What This Day Will Feel Like
A sense of relief as things finally start to make sense.
Moments of "this changes everything…"
Practical examples you can actually picture yourself doing.
Feeling capable again, not overwhelmed.
The Curriculum
What You'll Learn
1
A New Perspective
Shift from focusing on behaviour to developing dynamic intelligence; the ability to think, adapt, and navigate real life.
2
The Parent Advantage
Discover how everyday interactions, guided by you, become the most powerful drivers of change.
3
Raising a Growth-Seeking Child
Support resilience, flexibility, and a mindset that leans into challenge rather than avoiding it.
4
Communication That Builds Thinking
Use both verbal and non-verbal communication to invite reflection, engagement, and true connection, not just compliance.
The Difference
What Makes This Different
This is not about adding more therapy. It's about learning how to use what you're already doing, more intentionally and more effectively. Through real-life examples, practical frameworks, and guided reflection, you'll begin to understand why your child struggles, not just what to do.
The Takeaway
What You'll Walk Away With
A clear, practical framework you can use immediately.
A deeper understanding of your child's development.
Tools to turn everyday life into meaningful learning.
Feeling capable again, not overwhelmed.
The ability to create meaningful, lasting change through everyday life.
Greater confidence, clarity, and direction.
Reserve Your Place
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In-Person Location
Okanagan College, Kelowna, British Columbia
Registration / Check-In
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PST
Conference
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM PST
Limited in-person capacity. Early registration recommended. Exact room location, parking details, and Zoom access link will be provided upon registration. Please indicate if you plan to attend in person or via live stream.
Your Guides
Led By Two Experienced Professionals
Lisa Palasti
Director of RDI™ Professional Training, Canada
With over 22 years supporting families and professionals in developmental approaches, Lisa is the Director of RDI™ Professional Training in Canada, an SSP and NeurOptimal practitioner, and a parent coach, as well as the parent of two adult sons now living with strong well-being and independence. She brings a rare combination of professional expertise and lived experience, helping parents move from uncertainty to clarity with practical, relationship-based strategies.
Gabby Howes
RDI™ Certified Consultant · SSP Consultant
With 12 years supporting families and collaborating with professionals in developmental approaches, Gabby is an RDI™ Certified Consultant, an SSP (Polyvagal Therapy) Consultant, an Infant Attachment Assessor trained in the Ainsworth Method, and a parent coach. She brings a complementary perspective, adding depth, real-world application, and collaborative insight to help you see how these principles come to life across different families and situations.
Choose Your Pass
Registration Options
Now Available
Standard Registration
Available now
$150
- Full conference access (in-person or live stream)
- Conference materials and guided reflection tools
- Lifetime access to the recorded event
Group Experience
5+ participants · Save 20%
20% off
- Full conference access for each participant
- Conference materials and guided reflection tools
- Lifetime access to the recording
- Shared learning to bring back to your team or community
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior knowledge of RDI to attend?
Not at all. This conference is designed to meet you where you are.
Is this for parents or professionals?
Both. The content bridges real-life parenting with a deeper developmental framework.
Will this be practical or just theory?
Highly practical. You'll leave with clear frameworks and real-life applications you can start using right away.
Can I attend virtually?
Yes. The full conference will be live streamed.
What if I can't attend live?
You'll receive lifetime access to the full recording.
Can I use funding to cover the cost?
In many cases, yes. Some Canadian funding programs support parent training and workshops. Please check with your provider.
What is the refund policy?
All registrations are final due to lifetime access to the recording.
How does the group rate work?
Groups of 5+ receive 20% off the current rate.
Ready to see your child — and yourself — differently?
Join us on August 7, 2026 for a full day that goes beyond behaviour and into the foundations of lasting change.
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