workshopping the blue sky
a series of individual, collaborative sessions focused on child wellbeing
workshopping sessions are a place where parents can work directly with a psychologist to gain further information and insight on an element of childhood. They are designed to be a collaborative one-off session where the overall aim is on supporting children’s wellbeing.
sessions
children’s wellbeing in uncertain times
As we move out of lockdown, children are experiencing yet another challenge in adjusting to a new situation. They may have mixed feelings about what it all means, and may be having a bit of difficulty in adapting. This may also be a time when some of the pressures of the last few months start to surface in the form of behaviour changes and worrying thoughts, amongst other things.
This session is focused on providing an awareness on what the past few months has been like for our children from a psychological perspective, and how parents can best support their children as they experience yet another change in their life. It will be suitable for parents of all children, and particularly for parents of children who are exhibiting some difficulties in this transition. We will focus what children may need at this time, and ways in which to meet these needs.
supporting children through change
Change is inevitable, yet as humans we can can often struggle with it. As adults we face lots of changes; moving house, changing jobs and possibly the biggest change of wall, becoming a parent. Take a moment to think about how you felt when things were changing. Were you hyped up? On edge, restless or nervous? Having trouble sleeping? Finding it difficult to concentrate? And when the change did happen, did it take a little while to settle in and find your groove? All of these feelings we have as adults around change, can be felt in much the same way by our children when they are facing change (e.g. starting school, birth of a sibling, moving house, change in the family structure). And they are feeling all of these things with an immature mind, a limited capacity for insight and within a brain and body that is experiencing immense change and growth on a continual basis through childhood.
This session has been designed to help parents better understand what their child may be experiencing, and what they can do to help their child move through this period of change. This session is suitable for parents of a child who is currently experiencing a change, or in preparation for an upcoming change.
“living my best life”
When you think back to the best parts of your childhood, what stands out? The people? The holidays? The playing? Riding bikes? Family picnics? And how did these things make you feel? Joyous? Free? Independent?
Our children are growing up in a very different world to the one we did. A much faster and more competitive world where the focus is often on growth and productivity. The thing is, childhood is not something we rush through on our way to adulthood, it is an essential part of our development as a person. It is a time where the foundations can be laid for living a good life. We have our whole lives to be grown-ups, and only a few short years to experience the wonder and innocence of childhood.
This session will focus on childhood development, on the simple needs of a child and how you, as a parent, can best support these needs. We will look at things like the importance of play, time in nature, fostering social relationships and making intentional choices for your child and your family.
sessions
life in lockdown
Children’s lives have been turned upside down as school, extracurriculars and playdates with friends have been cancelled. The pressures on families are enormous as parents try to juggle working from home, or a lack of work and the associated financial stress, responsibility for their cild’s education, and the constant care for young children. And all of this, crammed into their homes, with none of their support networks. It is understandable that parents are stressed, and children are stressed. This session is simple and focused on what a child needs, with some suggestions for actions a parent can take to support their child’s (and their own) wellbeing during this pandemic.
children’s wellbeing in uncertain times
As we move out of lockdown, children are experiencing yet another challenge in adjusting to a new situation. They may have mixed feelings about what it all means, and may be having a bit of difficulty in adapting. This may also be a time when some of the pressures of the last few months start to surface in the form of behaviour changes and worrying thoughts, amongst other things.
This session is focused on providing an awareness on what the past few months has been for our children from a psychological perspective, and how parents can best support their children as they experience yet another change in their life. It will be beneficial for parents of all children, and particularly for parents of children who are exhibiting some difficulties in this transition. Parents will be provided with specific information on what children may need at this time, and ways in which to meet these needs.
further information
sessions will be held via telehealth (online secure video call). this ensures that we meet social distancing requirements, whilst having the added benefit of a more convenient option for parents who are juggling family and work commitments.
sessions are designed for parents and carers of children between the ages of two and twelve.
workshop sessions are charged at the discounted rate of $100 for 90 minutes. If you have private health insurance you may be eligible to claim reimbursement. please get in touch with your insurance provider to find out.
Please get in touch via phone or email to arrange a workshop session. appointments are available between 9:30am and 1:30pm on a Tuesday and Thursday.
It can be hard to watch our child struggle, we can feel confused and not too sure what we can do help. the purpose of these sessions is to work directly with parents so that they can develop a greater understanding on what may be happening for their child, and to provide them with the means to be best able to support them. Workshop sessions are collaborative, which means that detailed information will provided, along with ample time for discussion and questions.