Learn To Develop Stronger Connections & Lower Stress
Our self-paced and blended courses are designed by leading psychologists and educators to give you practical techniques to navigate challenges in your classroom while managing your own stress.
Built on the latest science, our programs meet all nine Harvard criteria for effective Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) training—ensuring you get proven tools that truly make a difference.
Our Impact, Independently Validated
Our newest study with the Center for Research and Reform in Education at Johns Hopkins University confirms the efficacy of the Mariposa Method and its measurable impact on educators, families, and children.
Explore the ResearchSelf-Paced Courses
These self-paced online courses are designed so you can move at your own pace, featuring video lessons and exercises in bite-sized modules—perfect for busy schedules.
"Before Mariposa I viewed challenging behaviors as a lack of self-control in the student. Now I see challenging behaviors as triggered by factors that can be dealt with."
— Teacher
✓ MSDE Approved · ✓ TAP Approved (DC)
Social Emotional Learning that Actually Works: Understanding Challenging Behaviors and Mariposa's Method
Ditch the tantrums, the tears, and the tired SEL myths...
3 MSDE COK Clock Hours · Child Development (2) + Professionalism (1) · $49 · ~3 hrs to complete
A new lens on challenging behavior — and why it happens
• An approach to stay calm and connected, even during power struggles
• Insights into why traditional SEL methods miss the mark
✓ MSDE Approved · ✓ TAP Approved (DC)
Reducing Stress and Building Trust: The Power of Empathy
Turn challenging moments into opportunities for connection
7 MSDE COK Clock Hours · Child Development (5) + Professionalism (2) · $89 · ~7 hrs to complete
See emotions differently — and respond in ways that actually help
• Builds resilience and supports emotional regulation
• The mistakes most educators make — and how to avoid them
Blended Courses
Blended courses for educators offer fully customizable experiences, combining the best of group discussion with flexible self-paced learning options. Live sessions provide opportunities to practice new skills alongside educator cohorts and receive valuable feedback.
Before you register, we’ll work with you to tailor the right balance of self-paced modules and live sessions to meet your needs.
Educators Building Social-Emotional Resilience
The Mariposa Method to Helping Children Reach Their Full Potential
8 Self-Paced Learning Modules • Live Practice Sessions • Interactive Exercises • Downloadable Resources
16 COK hrs (Child Dev) · 1 CPD
 Learn Mariposa’s science-backed, Social-Emotional Learning method to build resilience and reduce stress through stronger teacher-student relationships.
Fostering Strong Teacher-Parent Communication
Through the Science of SEL
4 Self-Paced Learning Modules • Live Practice Sessions • Interactive Exercises • Email Templates • Downloadable Resources Â
8 COK hrs (2 Child Dev + 4 Prof + 2 Community)
 Revitalize parent-teacher communications with research-backed strategies that get everyone on the same page.
Prerequisite: Building Social-Emotional ResilienceÂ
Defusing Classroom Power Struggles
Balancing Compassion and Control
3 Self-Paced Learning Modules • Live Practice Sessions • Interactive Exercises • Downloadable ResourcesÂ
7 COK hrs
 Learn effective approaches for regaining control of your classroom, building trust with your students, and lowering your own stress.
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Creating New Connections
A New Approach to Classroom Behavior
Self-Paced Video Lessons • Live Practice Sessions • Interactive Exercises • Downloadable Resources
5 COK hrs
Tired of the same disruptive behaviors? Discover what's really driving student challenges and learn effective strategies for breaking the cycle.
Coaching & Consultation
Start With A FREE 30-minute Call
Consult directly with our experts, Dr. Anne Townsend & Jenny Barrett (M.Ed.), for help with a specific challenge or concern. Gain valuable ideas, approaches, and resources to resolve conflict and lower stress.
Learn More About Consultations
Let’s Build Your Ideal Course
We customize our courses to meet your school's unique needs—combining the best of self-paced learning options with virtual discussion and optional in-person workshops.
Free Mini-Lessons
We’re offering free mini lessons so you can see just how effective these strategies are—practical tools you can use right away to lower stress and develop more meaningful connections with your students and their parents.
How to Foster Teacher-Student Connection During Stressful TimesÂ
3 FREE Video Lessons
Time: 20m
Stop letting classroom stress drain your energy. Learn game-changing techniques to create a calm, connected learning environment that works for everyone.Â
The Good Day/Bad Day TrapÂ
1 FREE Video Lesson
Time: 10m
Unlock meaningful parent communication that goes beyond surface-level updates like whether it was a “good” or “bad” day.
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Start With A Free Mini-Lesson
Get exclusive access to our How to Foster Teacher-Student Connection During Stressful Times mini-course. Three self-paced video lessons will help you learn a new strategy for reducing stress right away.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below are the most common questions we are asked about our coursesÂ