One of the roles that requires the most skill, we are often not trained to be parents until starting to think about having a family, and then it is often just focused on the giving birth process. We then see parents who may be reluctant to ask for support until their situation feels desperate and their children are demanding, clingy or displaying other challenging behaviours that prompt help-seeking. Our therapists provide supportive guidance to parents using a range of treatment modalities that include attachment-focused therapy and practical environmental analysis and change implementation.
Parenting issues encompass a wide array of challenges and let's be honest as much as we love our kids, they can be hard work at times! As a parent myself I can completely relate to the highs and lows the journey our children take us on. I provide an empathetic and compassionate space for you to investigate the complex challenges that are faced and look at the situation through an open mind and non-judgemental lens to support you in discovering clarity and awareness in a situation you may have felt bound within. Seeking support in this area can help empower you to be the best version of yourself no matter the situation or how old your children are.
I'm a parenting coach who believes that it's important to have the support and tools to successfully navigate through the challenging journey of raising a child. In addition to being able to provide you with the necessary resources, I'll also help you develop effective communication and discipline strategies.
My coaching approach is customised to meet the unique needs of each client. It can help you manage your child's behavioural issues, develop a strong bond with them, and identify suitable parenting styles.
Therapist, B Couns (Coaching), Grad Dip Couns, M App Soc Sc, Cert IV TAE, Cert IV BE (Community)
As a mother myself, and fully trained parenting community educator, I have extensive experience as a therapist and a community volunteer helping new parents navigate new babies, sleeping, breastfeeding, birthing, early days parenting and general parenting concerns.
Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical PACFA accredited, Gottman Method Level 2
Prior to my relationship work, I would often be supporting parents through transition to parenthood, parenting values-based differences to partners, relationship challenges with parents and their children. Now, with my focus on relationship, most of my clients are requiring support around parenting.