Does my Child have ADHD?
I know how easy it is to search the internet for a diagnosis like ADHD. It’s a common reason for parents to make contact. In this blog, we will answer
Read moreUnderstanding Anxiety in Children
In my private practise and clinical role, I work with parents who misunderstand anxiety. Anxiety is a normal and natural feeling that everyone experiences sometimes. It is a symptom of fear and can be explained with some simple neuroscience. So...
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Are you ready for Family Meetings?
Family Meetings are one of my favourite positive parenting solutions, and as Family Practitioner, it is very typical to talk within a family context. Many families are unsure if they can integrate them into their routines. This blog will discuss...
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Just Ignore, a very effective parenting tool!
Some parents feel that ignoring is not an effective behavioural strategy. It can be one of the most effective parenting tools; however, it can be difficult for parents to use it consistently. If you want to stop whining, tantrums, or outright...
Read moreNightmares vs Night Terrors
Nightmares As Autumn draws in, the evenings get dark, which can upset children. Waking in the middle of the night from a bad dream can frighten children. Nightmares, although a perfectly normal part of childhood, are scary for youngsters and, if...
Read moreBaby Sleep Science
Are you tired now, desperate for a good night’s sleep, and unsure how to help your baby? Did you know that your baby is not born with a natural inbuilt 24-hour clock.? You can read on but also click on my short...
Read more3 Ways to help your child make friends
Many parents worry about their children making and having good friends. I am sure it was easier for some than others. Some children are more extroverted than others; some develop
Read moreUsing Praise Effectively
We all love our children, but we don’t always tell them, do we? Children’s motivation and sense of self develop through positive communication. Using Praise effectively can help this process.
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3 Ways to Encourage Co-Operation
Do you tell your children to do it because I said so? Does it work for you? I suspect it’s likely that this way of parenting is pretty ineffective in encouraging Cooperation. Do you notice it escalates power struggles between you and your...
Read moreExternalising the Problem
Externalising is a simple technique that many family therapists and I use in sessions. Externalising is a technique that arose from Narrative Therapy. Michael White and David Epston developed narrative
Read moreBullying, what every parent needs to know
Bullying, some of you may be rejoicing that it’s the start of term. Still, many children have feelings of dread, anxiety, and trepidation due to the possibility of being bullied
Read moreHow to support your “Shy” or Socially Anxious child
Parents often ask me how to help their “shy” child; what does it even mean.? Some children are not shy but very sensitive to what’s happening around them. Some may be more introverted, and others may need less social interaction...
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