Parents and their Relationships

The Challenge of Parenting:

These are some of the questions that parents frequently ask:

Can you be a more effective parent and still have energy at the end of each day to do other things?
What should I do if I am worried about my child/teenager?
Why is one child so much more difficult than the others?
Our home is a constant battlefield, is there anything that can be done to change this?

Parents

It might surprise you to know that your child also worries about you, it could be irrational fears such as what happens if you have a car accident or become ill, they might worry that you and your partner might be going to divorce if you are arguing. They can have self – esteem issues, worrying about how they look. They can also worry about letting you down if they don’t do well enough academically or if they don’t make it into the top team in the sport of their choice. The challenge for parents is how to keep the communication channels open so that their child/teenager is able to talk about their fears.

Telling them what to do or what to think is not the answer, the key is to listen to what they are saying or not saying, even allowing them to take the lead in any conversation. They actually want to be heard as they grapple with so many new challenges. For parents, feeling confident about managing all of this can be an even greater challenge, so, what can you do?

Learning how to be a more confident parent helps you in dealing with the challenges outlined above. Decide whether individual counselling is better for your needs or if a group format is better for you.

Individual counselling and mentoring.

This type of counselling is a tailor- made program that is specific to your families’ particular circumstances. Skills and knowledge are learned and applied as is appropriate. The result is a more confident parent and partner.

Sessions – 55 minutes in length – $140.00.

Contact Patricia or call the Ridge 26 on 02 9002 1340 to speak to Patricia.

Only Child

Sometimes parents of only children express concerns about their socialisation skills, they often question:

How do I teach my child to share?
Can my child learn greater social awareness?
How can I help them develop empathy with both adults and peers?
Every time my child invites friends over for a play date everything goes ‘pear shaped ‘– why does this happen?

If you have concerns about your child’s social integration and general behaviour Contact Patricia or call the Ridge 26 on 02 9002 1340 to speak to Patricia.

Separation or Divorce

How are you managing to maintain stability within the turmoil associated with separation and divorce?

Is it a struggle to be the only parent 50% of the time?
Are there problems with relationships as a result of a new blended family arrangement?
Are you stressed and apprehensive about how you will manage your changed circumstances?
How will you and your ex – partner develop a healthier relationship as co-parents of your children?
How are the children coping with change – different homes, new neighbourhood, school and friends?

There are solutions to these problems, so why not find time to explore some of the answers and learn some new approaches to managing relationships.

If you are worried about how you can manage these challenges, seek help by Contact Patricia or call the Ridge 26 on 02 9002 1340 or email to make an appointment