Develop the self-awareness and skills to manage your emotions, respond calmly, and handle conflict with your family in healthier ways.
You don’t feel in control of your emotions,
so when your child acts out, you react rather than respond.
You become impatient quickly with your kids and snap
Small disagreements with your partner turns into big conflict
Work & home feels out of your control & overwhelming
You want to parent your kids differently than you were raised but don’t know where to begin.
You want to break the generational cycle of snapping at your kids.
You want life to stop feeling out of control.
You want to have a healthier relationship.
But you’ve tried everything. You read the parenting books, have been to therapy, and learned that your child’s behaviour is communication. You want to stay calm but then it happens again, your child says or does something and your emotions get the best of you.
You yell at them, threaten them with a consequence or you walk away from the emotionally intense moment because your capacity is depleted and you’ve shut down. Then you argue with your partner..again.
Building your emotional awareness and practicing emotion regulation skills can change this.
Don’t stay stuck in emotional reactivity. Build your self-awareness.
Deep breathes don’t work when you have no idea what state your nervous system is in and what it needs at that state.
Our unique evidence-based program (created by a mom of 3 with a doctorate in neuroscience) helps you become self-awareness and learn how to apply emotion regulation skills at the right moment.
You will notice your capacity depleting in real time, you will know what you need when your nervous system is activated and you will be able to communicate this to your family.
This will turn your home environment into an emotionally healthy one.
No more reacting over little things, calmer evenings with your kids, fewer conflicts between siblings and healthier conflict with your partner.
This is an emotionally aware family!
Meet your instructor, mom of 3 with a doctorate degree in neuroscience.
For more than a decade, I have worked alongside parents who worry that their inability to cope with emotions in hard moments or under stress is impacting their kids. We polled over 1000 parents and 90% of parents worry about this!
Although I was trained in emotional and mental health for my doctorate in neuroscience, I needed to become a mother myself to realize how challenging it is to regulate our emotions as parents.
I have taught kids, teens, clinicians, leaders and parents around the globe how to regulate their emotions and feel more in control of them in hard interactions, but I knew I needed to design a program specifically for parents.
Welcome to Curious Neuron and our Reflective Parenting Program!
Dr. Cindy Hovington, Ph.D, Founder, Curious Neuron
Quick Check-In: Are you aware of your escalating dysregulation?
Emotional awareness is the first step to better managing stress and emotions. It begins with recognizing signals from your own body and mind (Lam et al. 2020). When you become an Emotionally Aware Parent, you learn how to recognize your dysregulation states (see image) before you learn how to recognize & support the state of the other person you are interacting with (child or partner).
Can you answer yes to each of the questions below?
Didn’t answer yes to all 3?
Our Reflective Parenting Program can help you build the skills to notice your state of regulation and catch yourself before you snap.
It's not too late to stop reacting and start responding.
Here are changes you will notice after joining our program
“My 5-year-old noticed his yellow zone behaviour. No meltdown!”
“I snap less at my kids. I can recognize my state & act on it”
“My partner & I handle conflict better without quick escalation”
10 new skills you gain
as a Reflective Parent
Making Values-Based
Decisions
Building Your
Well-Being Habits
Building
Self-Awareness
Reframing
Your Thoughts
Regulating
Your Emotions
Practicing
Self-Compassion
Managing
Your Stress
Becoming a Strong Leader for Your Child
Conflict
Resolution Skills
Learn How to
Think & Reflect
Still don’t know if Reflective Parenting is for you? Are these important to you?
- I want to learn healthy emotional coping skills
- I want to build a strong relationship with my kids
- I want to start having healthy conflict with my partner
- I want to feel confident in my parenting skills (not doubt myself)
- I want to be able to set healthier boundaries with those I love
- I want to fee less overwhelmed and less emotionally depleted
- I want to know how to repair after conflict (with kids or partner)
Differences Reflective Parents are noticing
Designed for the busy, overwhelmed parent
✔ Over 10 short evidence-based audio lessons for on the go learning
✔ Learn how to reframe hard moments & reduce your stress
✔ Access a library of bite-sized research article summaries
✔ Access to a community of parents to feel less alone
Become A Reflective Parent Today!
Start with our self-paced course, then join a cohort or book 1:1 consultations for extra support
Group Coaching: 8-Week Cohort
$499
USD / Starts May 2026
For parents who want support applying the skills
What you get:
- Group coaching fed by Dr. Cindy Hoington, Ph.D.
- Weekly 60-min coaching calls (recorded)
- Practice skills with our unique scenario-based training
- Join a community of parents that normalizes your struggles
Course: Becoming a Reflective Parent
$99
USD / Lifetime access
This is the foundation. Everything else builds from here.
What you get:
- 100+ page workbook, reflections, posters and more
- 6+ hours of educational audio guides
- 10 research-based modules grounded in neuroscience + psychology
- Reflection guides to identify triggers and patterns
- Access to our research database
- Access to a community of parents and experts to ask your questions
Private Family Coaching
Start with a free consult
USD and CAD
For families that need personalized guidance
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Private sessions tailored to your family dynamics
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Support with conflict resolution
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Get tools specific to all members of family (i.e parents or children with ADHD)
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Build stronger family dynamics with effective communication skills
Trusted by Pediatricians & Clinicians Around the Globe
Did you know that Curious Neuron is the proud partner of pediatric clinics?
While doctors provide specialized care for our children, Curious Neuron strengthen’s the outcome of pediatric health care by nurturing parental well-being and emotional regulation skills — so children can grow up in emotional heathy homes that protect their future emotional health.
Subscribe to the Reflective Parenting Podcast!
Start your journey with us by tuning into our weekly episodes of The Reflective Parenting Podcast. Learn the science of parenting, stress, and emotion regulation with our host Dr. Cindy Hovington along with best selling authors and top researchers.
Frequently asked questions
At Curious Neuron, we often receive questions about our Reflective Parent Club, and our mission in general.
Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we get.
Can you join for only 3 months? Can I do this more than once?
Curious Neuron is parent-centered, but we are not just another parenting advice hub. Our focus is on emotion regulation skills for both you and your child.
Yes! You can join for just 3 months or continue for as long as you’d like. We add new content every week. Because we provide tailored tools and adapt to your needs, you won’t receive the same content repeatedly—it will always evolve as your challenges change.
Is this for new or expecting parents?
This program is designed to support parents at any stage.
How much does it cost and why?
For just $99, you get 12 sessions over 3 months—that’s less than the cost of a single therapy session.
This isn’t a static program or a set of resold PDFs. You’ll meet directly with founder Cindy Hovington, who will tailor the program to your unique needs.
The program offers:
- personalized support from the Curious Neuron team
- direct access to world-leading parental well-being experts and best-selling authors through online monthly calls.
- access to workbooks, audio guides developed based on your unique challenges
- You’ll also join an engaging online community of parents to connect, learn, and grow.
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all program—it’s tailored to your needs and challenges, helping you parent with confidence.
Why Is the Program 3 Months Long?
We recommend a minimum of 3 months to see a real impact on how you cope with emotions and stress, but you’re welcome to continue for as long as you find it valuable!
What is a Reflective Parent?
Our goal with the Reflective Parent Club is to help you develop the following skills:
- You have self-awareness.
- You can cope with uncomfortable emotions.
- You have cognitive flexibility (more resilience).
- You are aware of your triggers.
- You can communicate your needs and emotions clearly.
How do I know if this is for me?
Every parent’s journey is unique, which is why we take a personalized approach. Before joining the Reflective Parent Club, you’ll have a one-on-one meeting with Dr. Cindy Hovington, PhD, founder of Curious Neuron.
This conversation helps us understand your challenges, goals, and needs to ensure the program is the right fit for you.
Whether you’re struggling with emotional regulation, navigating parenting stress, or simply looking for a more mindful approach, this program is designed to adapt to your journey—offering the tools, support, and community you need to grow.
Are replays available for the weekly calls?
No, the weekly calls are not recorded to protect the privacy of the conversations. Our weekly meetings take place on Tuesdays at 12 p.m. ET (UTC/GMT -5 hours) and again at 8 p.m. ET.
What does CRM mean?
CRM stands for Content Relationship Management. Using a CRM platform gives everyone involved in your business a way to manage customer interactions to increase growth.
Is it really free to start?
Yes! You can opt to stay within the free tier for as long as you want to. It’s a great way to get a feel for the platform before deciding to upgrade to take advantage of the more advanced features.
Can I import data?
Yes! Getting your existing data in is easy. Simply export your existing customers to a .csv file and import them within a couple of clicks.
