Lowering the Temperature
Learn three de-escalation moves and practice them in harder and harder rounds.
Stay Calm in an Argument: Advanced De-escalation Skills for Teens
A single advanced class for teens ages 14 to 17 on keeping a level head when an argument heats up. Teens practice lowering the temperature of a row with a friend, parent or teammate.
Class Experience
The teacher demonstrates three de-escalation moves: slow down, reflect back and name the shared goal. Teens then practice in pairs while their partner plays someone who is upset. Each round gets a little harder. The class ends with each teen choosing the one move they will use first.
How classes work
This is a single 55-minute live class with up to 5 learners. The teacher demonstrates, learners take part, and everyone shares at the end.
What we'll cover
Lowering the Temperature – Learn three de-escalation moves and practice them in harder and harder rounds.
Learning Outcomes
Notice the moment an argument starts to escalate
Slow the pace with voice and pauses
Reflect back what the other person said
Move the conversation toward a shared goal
Prerequisites
Ages 14-17. Best for teens who have done some communication or conflict-skills work before. This is a skills class, not therapy or counseling.
What You'll Need
- Device and internet
- Computer or tablet with camera and microphonestable internet connectiona quiet space
Syllabus
1 LessonsA step-by-step plan of what your child learns, class by class. · 1 Week
Available Times
Next 7 days, US Eastern Time
- Mon, Nov 16 · 1:30 PM
- Mon, Nov 16 · 7:30 PM
- Wed, Nov 18 · 1:00 PM
- Wed, Nov 18 · 7:30 PM
- Thu, Nov 19 · 6:30 PM
- Fri, Nov 20 · 10:00 AM
Parents Often Ask
Teens practice with a partner who is acting upset, which takes some confidence and earlier practice.
No. It is about keeping the relationship and solving the problem.
Yes. One practice scenario is a disagreement with a parent.
Yes. It is one 55-minute class, with nothing to prepare beyond the materials listed.
The teacher can point you to a club or course on the same topic.
Meet your Instructor
This certified dog trainer and behavior specialist brings professional experience in animal-assisted intervention and emotional healing. Holds credentials as an AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluator and serves as a tester observer with an established therapy dog organization. Instruction emphasizes safety, animal welfare, and emotional-support techniques while preparing appropriate activities and environments for children. Classes include guided interactions, communication skill-building, and strategies for emotional regulation supported by trained therapy dogs when appropriate.
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