Building Blocks for Better Behavior
A brief, structured parenting skills program designed for pediatric clinics and community organizations supporting families with young children.
Delivered by trained primary care providers, the program gives caregivers practical tools to reduce common behavior challenges and strengthen the parent-child relationship.
About the Program
Building Blocks for Better Behavior™ is a structured, four-session, provider-delivered parenting intervention designed for use in pediatric and community settings.
Instead of group parenting classes, providers work one-on-one with parents, teaching practical strategies that support young children’s emotional development and improve common behavior challenges.
Each brief session includes clear instruction, guided practice, and simple tools parents can begin using immediately at home.
The program is designed to fit within behavioral check-ins, allowing organizations to offer structured parenting support, address common behavior concerns within the clinic, and provide billable behavioral guidance when appropriate.
What Parents Learn
The Program Introduces Parenting Skills in a Clear, Step-by-Step Progression
Session 1
Connection and Positive Attention
Parents learn connection-based strategies to strengthen positive parent-child interaction and support early improvements in cooperation.
Session 2
Clear Directions
Parents learn how to give clear, calm directions that help children understand what is expected and increase cooperation.
Session 3
Calm Discipline
Parents learn how to respond when children do not follow directions by using clear expectations, predictable follow-through, and brief opportunities for children to pause, calm their bodies, and try again.
Session 4
Daily Routines
Caregivers learn a simple self-check framework, three questions they can use on their own when behavioral situations arise, and apply all three skills to one specific daily routine.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Hey, I'm Abril Padrón!
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and a certified provider of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based intervention that supports young children with behavioral challenges and strengthens the parent–child relationship.
Through my work with families, I’ve seen how often parents feel overwhelmed by behaviors like tantrums, defiance, and emotional outbursts, while many pediatric and educational settings have limited time to offer practical guidance.
I developed the Building Blocks for Better Behavior program to make effective, evidence-informed parenting tools more accessible within clinics and community organizations.
I provide program training, parent education, and consultation for organizations seeking practical ways to support families with young children.
Work With Me
Whether you are a clinic looking to implement the program or a provider interested in learning more, I offer several ways to work together.
Available Services
Program Training
Learn how to implement Building Blocks for Better Behavior
Provider Education
Lunch & learns and clinical presentations on behavioral parent education in primary care
Parent Workshops
Practical parenting strategies for caregivers
Consultation
Support for parenting education initiatives
FAQs
Who is the program designed for?
The program is designed to be delivered by clinics and community organizations that support families with young children. It teaches caregivers of children ages 2–7 practical strategies for addressing common behavior challenges such as tantrums, defiance, and difficulty following directions.
Where can this program be implemented?
The program is designed to be flexible and can be delivered in a variety of settings that support families with young children, including pediatric clinics, early childhood programs, schools offering family support services, community organizations, and parent education initiatives.
Is this program therapy?
No. This is a structured parenting education program designed to provide practical tools to caregivers. It is not a substitute for individualized therapy services.
How long does the program take to deliver?
The program includes four sessions, each as short as 15 minutes using the adapted format. For practices with more flexibility, a full 30-minute format is also available. Both formats cover the same core skills and include teaching, guided practice, and take-home materials. Sessions are designed to fit into existing visit workflows without requiring separate appointments.
How much does the program cost?
Licensing fees vary depending on clinic size and structure. Contact us to learn more about pricing and implementation options.
Who typically delivers the program?
The program can be delivered by professionals who work with families, such as behavioral health providers, pediatric clinic staff, school counselors, social workers, early childhood specialists, or parent educators.
Do parents attend the sessions with their child?
The sessions are designed for caregivers. Parents learn the strategies during the session and then practice them with their child at home between meetings. Some organizations choose to include the child during parts of the visit depending on their workflow.
What training is required to offer the program?
Organizations receive a structured 3-hour foundational training that reviews the curriculum, session flow, implementation process, and includes hands-on practice delivering each skill. Training can be completed in a single session and is available in person or virtually.
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