Editorials by Dr. Gordon Neufeld and the faculty

Our editorials offer insights from Dr. Gordon Neufeld, Dr. Deborah MacNamara, Tamara Strijack, and faculty, applying attachment-based developmental science to the pressing issues of our time. These writings help parents, educators, and professionals navigate complex topics with clarity, wisdom, and a deep understanding of human development.

Looking for a specific topic?

Lisa Weiner explains why shyness and school protest are normal attachment instincts, and how parents can support children through connection, not pre…Read more
Gordon Neufeld explains how children’s feelings freeze under school stress and why safe after-school moments are vital for resilience and attachment.…Read more
Discover how music and master teachers unlock children’s voices, nurture emotional growth, and create safe spaces for self-expression. Read more
Discover how true resilience grows from emotions, not suppression. Gordon Neufeld & Deborah MacNamara share science-based parenting insights. Read more
Discover the Neufeld Institute’s 2019 list of 200+ recommended children’s books — curated for parents, teachers, and professionals through an attachm…Read more
Gordon Neufeld reflects on happiness, rest, and the science of play, sharing why true playfulness may be the missing key to well-being for us and our…Read more
Dec 9, 2018
The Invitation
Discover a mother’s story of choosing attachment over approval and how the principle of invitation can unlock potential in children with autism. Read more
Discover insights on autism and hypersensitivity that show how attachment and play can support growth, resilience, and emotional connection. Read more
Sara Easterly shares how a reluctant ski trip turned into a moment of connection with her daughters, showing the power of choosing presence over chor…Read more

Upcoming Scheduled Classes

Some of our courses are also offered as scheduled classes from time to time with our Faculty providing weekly live special support sessions. If you already have taken the course in its self-paced version, you can enrol in the scheduled class for a fee of only 50 CAD.

Classes Start: April 29, 2026

Wednesdays 10:00 – 11:30 AM PT

Runs for 7 weeks

$250 CAD

This course provides a fresh look at the causes and consequences of sensory overload in the brain and its role in a spectrum of syndromes, including autism, and to a lesser extent, some forms of giftedness as well as attention problems.

Inquiries

If you have questions or require additional information that you cannot find on our website or FAQ page, you may contact our office on our Inquiries page.

Charity & Non-Profit Status

The Neufeld Institute is a registered Canadian charitable organization under the name Neufeld Institute Foundation and is also registered as a NPO in British Columbia. If you would like to make a contribution to us, please go to our donation page.

Stay Connected with the Neufeld Institute

Sign up for our newsletter to receive insights, editorials, and updates on new courses, webinars, and scheduled classes â€” all rooted in the Neufeld approach. Whether you're a parent, educator, or professional, our resources are here to help you make sense of the children in your care.


You can also follow us on...