Healing Lost Hearts® 10-Hour Individual Parenting Intensive

Evidence-Based Strategies for Parents Facing Allegations and Child Rejection

Based on Parenting the Alienated Child: Reconnecting with Lost Hearts by Loretta Maase, M.A., LPC

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

When allegations threaten your relationship with your child, you need more than hope—you need evidence-based parenting strategies, individualized guidance, and a clear plan for demonstrating your competence to courts and professionals. The 10-Hour Individual Parenting Intensive provides exactly that: personalized, one-on-one education and consultation designed specifically for your family’s unique circumstances.

Unlike group parenting classes that cover general material, this intensive is case-specific and client-driven. While grounded in the evidence-based curriculum of Parenting the Alienated Child: Reconnecting with Lost Hearts, the program is tailored to address your specific challenges: the false accusations you’re facing, your child’s particular rejection patterns, the professionals involved in your case, and the strategies that will work best for your family dynamics.

This intensive combines structured education on parenting foundations with deep, individualized case consultation. You’ll receive expert guidance on navigating your specific situation—from responding to false allegations strategically, to maintaining connection with a rejecting child, to working effectively with therapists, evaluators, attorneys, and courts.

Important Note: While this intensive includes extensive case consultation and problem-solving guidance, it does not constitute legal advice. Ms. Maase provides clinical and parenting expertise, not legal counsel. Participants should consult with their attorney regarding legal strategy and court proceedings.

WHO THIS INTENSIVE IS FOR

This program is specifically designed for parents who:

✓ Are facing allegations of abuse, neglect, or deficient parenting (whether true, false, or exaggerated)
✓ Are experiencing rejection, resistance, or alienation from their child
✓ Need to demonstrate child-centered parenting competence to courts, evaluators, or other professionals
✓ Require individualized guidance rather than general group education
✓ Want expert consultation on their specific case dynamics and strategic response
✓ Need to develop a personalized action plan for their unique family situation
✓ Are court-ordered to complete parenting education and want comprehensive, case-specific support
✓ Are voluntarily seeking to strengthen their parenting and prepare for custody proceedings

WHAT MAKES THIS INTENSIVE DIFFERENT

Individualized, Not Generic

Every family’s situation is unique. This intensive adapts to your specific circumstances rather than applying a one-size-fits-all curriculum. Your challenges, your child’s age and developmental stage, the allegations you face, the professionals involved—all of these shape how the content is delivered and applied.

Case Consultation, Not Just Education

Beyond teaching parenting principles, this intensive includes extensive consultation on your specific case. You’ll work through real scenarios, develop responses to actual situations you’re facing, and create strategic plans tailored to your family dynamics. This is applied problem-solving, not abstract theory.

Problem-Solving Focus

The intensive directly addresses the three most challenging aspects of parenting under scrutiny:

Responding to false or exaggerated accusations strategically
Maintaining connection with a child who is rejecting you
Working effectively with professionals (therapists, evaluators, attorneys, courts)

Confidential and Safe

In an individual format, you can discuss sensitive case details, explore difficult emotions, and work through challenging scenarios without concern about group dynamics or confidentiality limits beyond those required by law.

Flexible Scheduling

The 10 hours can be scheduled flexibly to meet your needs: intensive blocks over 2-3 days, weekly sessions, or a customized schedule that works with your court timelines and personal availability.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND CONTENT

The intensive combines foundational parenting education based on Parenting the Alienated Child with individualized case consultation addressing your specific circumstances.

PART 1: PARENTING FOUNDATIONS (3-4 hours)

Drawing from the evidence-based curriculum in Parenting the Alienated Child, you’ll learn core parenting principles that form the foundation for all subsequent work:

Parenting Styles and Authoritative Nurturing Parenting

Understanding the four primary parenting styles: over-involved, permissive, controlling, and authoritative nurturing
Identifying your default parenting style, especially under stress
Learning why Authoritative Nurturing Parenting is critical in high-conflict and alienation dynamics
Understanding how to maintain firm boundaries with warmth, high expectations with high support

Boundaries, Control, and Responsibility

Distinguishing between necessary boundaries and unnecessary control
Understanding punishment versus consequences
Learning to teach responsibility rather than force compliance
Mastering thinking language versus command language to reduce power struggles

Child Development Fundamentals

Understanding normal developmental stages and what your child actually needs at their age
Distinguishing normal developmental independence from alienation behaviors
Adjusting parenting expectations based on your child’s current developmental reality
Recognizing how separation and conflict affect developmental expectations

Attachment Science and Alienation Dynamics

Learning what research reveals about how children form and maintain bonds with caregivers
Understanding why even abused children maintain attachment-enhancing behaviors
Recognizing the scientific anomaly of total rejection and what it signals
Identifying early warning signs of emerging alienation dynamics

Trauma-Informed Parenting

Understanding your child’s experience as psychological trauma
Learning evidence-based responses that don’t escalate alienation
Developing emotional regulation skills so your pain doesn’t leak into your parenting
Recognizing the difference between reactive and purposeful parenting

PART 2: CASE-SPECIFIC CONSULTATION (6-7 hours)

The majority of the intensive focuses on your specific situation, applying the foundational principles to your unique family dynamics and challenges.

Consultation Area 1: Responding to False or Exaggerated Accusations (2-3 hours)

Assessing the Allegations

Reviewing the specific allegations against you and their factual basis
Distinguishing between completely false, exaggerated, or misinterpreted claims
Understanding how courts and evaluators assess parenting allegations
Identifying which allegations pose the greatest risk to your parenting time

Strategic Response Planning

Developing response strategies that demonstrate competence rather than defensiveness
Learning what not to do: common reactive responses that backfire
Creating documentation practices that support your position without obsession
Understanding when to respond directly and when to let your actions speak

Demonstrating Child-Centered Parenting

Identifying specific behaviors that demonstrate your parenting competence
Developing consistent patterns that contradict allegations
Learning how to communicate your parenting approach to professionals effectively
Creating evidence of child-focused decision-making and behavior

Working Through Specific Scenarios

Role-playing responses to specific accusations you’re facing
Developing scripts for communications that might be scrutinized
Planning for anticipated situations where allegations might arise
Creating backup strategies when primary approaches don’t work

Consultation Area 2: Maintaining Connection with a Rejecting Child (2-3 hours)

Understanding Your Child’s Rejection Pattern

Analyzing the specific ways your child is rejecting you (refusal, hostility, indifference, fear)
Identifying whether rejection is sudden or gradual, complete or partial
Recognizing your child’s internal conflict and loyalty binds
Understanding the function rejection serves for your child psychologically

Socratic Parenting and Strategic Communication

Learning to use curiosity rather than correction
Practicing Socratic questioning that helps your child think independently
Developing responses to your child’s negative statements that don’t escalate
Understanding tone, timing, and approach in communication

Navigating Specific Rejection Scenarios

Developing strategies for visit refusals specific to your situation
Creating responses to hostile or rejecting statements from your child
Learning when to hold boundaries and when to give space
Planning for transitions, drop-offs, and high-stress interactions

Maintaining Connection Without Pressure

Expressing unconditional love while maintaining appropriate expectations
Keeping doors open without chasing or smothering
Communicating consistency and availability without desperation
Balancing persistence with respect for your child’s psychological state

Long-Term Relationship Strategy

Developing sustainable approaches that preserve long-term connection
Understanding realistic timelines and expectations
Planning for opportunities for reconnection when they arise
Maintaining hope without guarantees or attachment to specific outcomes

Consultation Area 3: Working with Professionals (1-2 hours)

Understanding the Professional Landscape

Identifying all professionals involved in your case (therapists, evaluators, attorneys, GAL, judges)
Understanding each professional’s role, authority, and perspective
Recognizing which professionals understand alienation dynamics and which don’t
Assessing who has influence and decision-making power in your case

Communicating Effectively with Therapists

Developing communication strategies for your child’s therapist
Understanding how to share concerns without appearing difficult or alienating
Recognizing red flags in therapeutic practice versus evidence-based intervention
Knowing when and how to request a change in therapeutic approach

Working with Custody Evaluators

Understanding what evaluators actually assess and how they make recommendations
Preparing for evaluation interviews and observations
Learning how to present yourself and your parenting clearly and credibly
Avoiding common pitfalls that damage credibility with evaluators

Collaborating with Attorneys and GALs

Communicating case developments and parenting concerns effectively
Understanding what information is helpful versus overwhelming
Preparing for court appearances and testimony
Knowing your role versus your attorney’s role in legal strategy

Case-Specific Professional Strategy

Analyzing the specific professionals in your case and their positions
Developing individualized communication strategies for each professional
Creating documentation that supports your position with each stakeholder
Planning for anticipated professional interactions and decisions

PART 3: ACTION PLANNING AND INTEGRATION (1 hour)

Personalized Parenting Action Plan

Synthesizing everything learned into a concrete, written action plan
Identifying your top 3-5 behavioral priorities
Creating specific strategies for anticipated scenarios in the next 30-60-90 days
Establishing accountability measures and self-assessment practices

Documentation Strategy

Developing appropriate documentation practices for your situation
Creating systems that are sustainable and non-obsessive
Understanding what to document and how to organize it
Planning for how documentation will be used (court submission, attorney review, etc.)

Communication Templates

Creating templates for common communications (emails to other parent, texts to child, letters to professionals)
Developing scripts for anticipated difficult conversations
Practicing tone and language that demonstrates competence and child-centeredness

Measuring Progress

Establishing metrics for your own growth and behavioral change
Creating realistic expectations for progress and timelines
Planning for setbacks and how to respond to them
Identifying when additional support or consultation might be needed

PROGRAM ASSESSMENTS

Pre-Program Parenting Assessment

Before the intensive begins, you’ll complete a comprehensive parenting self-assessment that evaluates:

Current parenting practices and approaches
Strengths and areas for growth
Knowledge of child development and effective parenting strategies
Attitudes about co-parenting, conflict, and your child’s needs
Self-awareness regarding your emotional triggers and reactive patterns

This assessment (which is educational, not a clinical evaluation) provides a baseline and helps customize the intensive to your specific needs.

Post-Program Parenting Assessment

At the completion of the intensive, you’ll complete the same assessment to measure:

Changes in parenting knowledge and understanding
Shifts in attitudes and approaches
Increased self-awareness and emotional regulation
Development of specific skills and strategies
Growth in child-centered thinking and decision-making

Assessment results are confidential to you and can be included with your Certificate of Completion for court submission if you desire. These results demonstrate objective, measurable change over the course of the program.

WHAT THIS INTENSIVE INCLUDES

✓ 10 hours of individualized instruction and case consultation with nationally recognized expert Loretta Maase, M.A., LPC
✓ Pre-program parenting assessment (educational tool for self-reflection and baseline establishment)
✓ Post-program parenting assessment (demonstrating measurable learning and growth)
✓ Customized curriculum based on the evidence-based content in Parenting the Alienated Child but tailored to your specific case
✓ Case-specific consultation on false accusations, child rejection, and working with professionals
✓ Personalized action plan with concrete strategies for your unique situation
✓ Communication templates and scripts for common scenarios you face
✓ Documentation guidance appropriate for your circumstances
✓ Certificate of Completion documenting program participation, topics covered, and hours completed
✓ Option to include assessment results with certificate for court submission
✓ Written summary of key strategies and action items for future reference

SCHEDULING AND FORMAT

Total Duration: 10 hours of individualized instruction and consultation

Scheduling Options:

Intensive Format: 2-3 days with extended sessions (e.g., two 5-hour days or three 3.5-hour days)
Weekly Format: 5-10 weekly sessions of 1-2 hours each
Customized Schedule: Tailored to your availability, court timelines, and learning preferences

Location Options:

In-Person: Austin, Texas location [specify if available]
Secure Video Platform: Live, confidential video sessions for clients outside Austin area
Hybrid: Combination of in-person and video sessions as needed

Scheduling is flexible and designed around your needs and court timelines. If you have specific deadlines (custody evaluation, court hearings, etc.), the intensive can be scheduled to provide maximum benefit before those events.

WHAT THIS INTENSIVE IS (AND IS NOT)

This Intensive IS:

✓ Evidence-based parenting education customized to your situation
✓ One-on-one case consultation and strategic problem-solving
✓ Expert guidance on responding to allegations, maintaining connection, and working with professionals
✓ Focused on helping you demonstrate child-centered parenting competence
✓ Appropriate for court-ordered or voluntary participation
✓ Confidential within limits of professional and legal requirements

This Intensive IS NOT:

✗ Legal advice or legal strategy consultation (consult your attorney for legal guidance)
✗ Therapy or clinical counseling (though it may complement your therapeutic work)
✗ A custody evaluation or forensic assessment
✗ A guarantee of specific outcomes (custody, reunification, etc.)
✗ A venue for venting about the other parent without constructive focus
✗ A substitute for appropriate mental health treatment if clinically indicated

Important Legal Disclaimer: While this intensive includes extensive consultation on case-specific challenges, Ms. Maase does not provide legal advice. Case consultation focuses on parenting strategies, communication approaches, understanding professional systems, and demonstrating competence—not legal strategy or court proceedings. All participants should consult with their attorney regarding legal matters and case strategy.

PROGRAM FACILITATOR

Loretta Maase, M.A., LPC is a nationally recognized expert in parental alienation, parent-child contact problems, and high-conflict family dynamics with over 25 years of clinical and forensic experience.

Expertise

Author of Parenting the Alienated Child: Reconnecting with Lost Hearts (2025)
Creator of Healing Lost Hearts® parenting and assessment programs
Qualified expert witness in parental alienation assessment and treatment in approximately 15 states and throughout Texas
Over 10,000 hours of specialized training with internationally recognized authorities including Dr. Steven Miller (Harvard Medical School), Linda Gottlieb LMFT, Dr. Amy Baker, and Dr. William Bernet
Faculty member for Master’s Degree program in Parental Alienation, Institute of Family Therapy, Malta
Has provided forensic evaluations, expert testimony, and clinical treatment in hundreds of high-conflict family cases

Approach

Ms. Maase’s clinical philosophy emphasizes:

Individualized assessment recognizing that every family presents unique dynamics
Evidence-based practice grounded in attachment science, developmental psychology, and family systems theory
Practical application translating research and theory into concrete, usable strategies
Realistic expectations balanced with genuine hope for healing and reconnection
Parent empowerment focusing on what you can control rather than what you cannot

PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

Court-Ordered Participation

Parents who have been ordered by the court to complete parenting education may fulfill that requirement through this intensive. Upon completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion documenting:

Program name and total hours (10 hours individualized parenting education and consultation)
Dates of participation
Topics covered (parenting foundations, case-specific consultation on allegations, child rejection, and working with professionals)
Completion of pre- and post-program assessments
Facilitator credentials and signature

You may request that pre- and post-program assessment results be included with your certificate to demonstrate measurable growth and learning.

Note: Please confirm with your attorney that this program satisfies your specific court order requirements before enrolling. Courts may have specific requirements regarding program format, content, or provider approval.

Voluntary Participation

Parents who recognize the need for specialized, individualized guidance—whether facing current legal proceedings or wanting to strengthen their parenting proactively—are welcome to enroll voluntarily. Benefits include:

Developing stronger parenting strategies before dynamics worsen
Preparing comprehensively for potential custody evaluation or court proceedings
Gaining expert guidance on specific challenges you’re facing
Creating objective documentation of your commitment to effective parenting
Accessing specialized expertise not available through general therapy or counseling

INVESTMENT AND ENROLLMENT

Program Fee: $2,500 (10+ hours @ $250/hr) , paid at time services begin.

Payment Options: Pay via Zelle or on lorettamaase.com

To Schedule Your Intensive: Contact our office to discuss your specific situation, scheduling needs, and enrollment: loretta@lorettamaase.com

Initial consultation calls (15-20 minutes) are available to determine if this intensive is appropriate for your situation and answer questions about format, content, and scheduling.

WHY CHOOSE THIS INTENSIVE

When you’re facing allegations and your child’s rejection, you need more than generic parenting advice. You need:

✓ Expert guidance specific to your situation – not one-size-fits-all curriculum
✓ Strategic consultation on the real challenges you’re facing right now
✓ Evidence-based approaches that courts and professionals respect
✓ Practical tools you can implement immediately in your specific circumstances
✓ Objective documentation of your commitment to effective parenting
✓ Individualized attention focused entirely on your family’s needs

This intensive provides all of that—combining the evidence-based curriculum of Parenting the Alienated Child with deep, personalized consultation on your unique case dynamics.

When the stakes are this high, you deserve expert, individualized guidance.

Appropriate for court-ordered parenting education or voluntary enrollment.
Certificate of Completion provided upon successful program participation.
Pre- and post-program assessments available for court documentation if requested.

Program content is based on Parenting the Alienated Child: Reconnecting with Lost Hearts © 2025 Loretta Maase. Case consultation does not constitute legal advice. Participants should consult with their attorney regarding legal strategy and court proceedings.