Circle of Security Parenting™

An 8 Week Parenting Program, Starting February 25th, 2026

About the Program

We’re excited to offer another round of Circle of Security Parenting™, a supportive and practical program designed to help you better understand your child’s needs, emotions, and behaviors. Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially when your child’s actions don’t make sense or when big emotions take over. This approach is grounded in decades of research on attachment and emotional development, focusing on helping you feel more confident and connected as a caregiver.

What makes our version unique is that we add a creative twist - using pop culture themes and expressive arts to make the learning process more engaging and meaningful for you and your kiddo. Whether your child relates to superheroes, Bluey, anime, Star Wars, or Harry Potter, we bring those familiar worlds into our sessions to help you both understand and discuss feelings in a safe and relatable way.

Through drawing, play, storytelling, and real-life examples, you’ll learn how to recognize what your child is really asking for underneath their behavior, how to respond in ways that feel good to both of you, and how to stay emotionally available even during tough moments. We’ll also explore your own parenting triggers (what Circle of Security calls “shark music”) and talk about how to repair connection when things go off track. This isn’t about being a perfect parent - it’s about being a safe, strong, and loving presence your child can count on.

If you’re looking for a fun, creative, and heart-centered way to better understand and connect with your child, this program was made for you.

Key Information

Who can attend?

The group is for parents, guardians, and foster parents of elementary school aged children.

Where will the group take place?

This group is an in-person group taking place at our office located at 715 E Idaho, Ste 2B, Las Cruces, NM 88001.

What is expected of group members?

Our group therapy sessions operate as a closed group, which means that once the sessions commence, no new members will be added. Participants are expected to commit to attending all eight sessions from start to finish.

Moreover, attendees must attend all sessions as scheduled in order to receive a letter of completion.

Meet our Program Facilitator

Marrina Alvarez, LPCC

I am an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) with a specialization in working with children and adolescents. Based in Las Cruces, NM, I find deep fulfillment in supporting young people and their families through life’s challenges. My primary goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment that meets each client where they are.

As a Registered Circle of Security® Facilitator, I integrate attachment-based principles into my work, helping caregivers better understand their child’s emotional needs and strengthen secure relationships. Whether I’m working with children individually or supporting the entire family system, I believe in empowering clients to feel seen, heard, and understood.

My therapeutic approach draws from multiple perspectives, with a strong emphasis on person-centered therapy. I’m passionate about guiding individuals and families toward meaningful growth, emotional regulation, and healthier relationships.

Details & Registration

Dates & Times

The group will run in person, at our Las Cruces office, for 8 weeks, from 5:30 - 6:30 PM on Wednesdays:

Starting February 25
March 4, 11, 25
April 1, 8, 15, 22
The group will not meet on March 18th due to Spring Break.

Cost

We are happy to bill your insurance if we are paneled with them. Our self pay rate is $25 per session, $200 for the 8 weeks.

Registration

To sign up, click here or the button below. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact marrina@anewhopetc.org Allison Mitchell <allison@anewhopetc.org