FLOURISH PARENTING TOPIC COURSES
While parenting is already a tricky gig, somewhere between a tightrope walker and a NASA logistics engineer, extra neurological and psychological issues can complicate and challenge parenting further.
"I plan to give you love, nurturing and just enough dysfunction to make you funny."
The topics courses aim to really focus on neurological, psychological and developmental differences: the positives and the negatives - and to inform, equip and most importantly support parents who have kids with challenges socially, emotionally, mentally and physically.
Course topics include: anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism (children & teens), DCD, neuroscience and communication
Parents must have completed the Foundation Course before starting any topic courses.
Scroll down for details of all topic courses.
“I not only learned about how my child thinks, I learned so much about myself.”
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ALL TOPIC COURSE DETAILS
All course times are from 7:30 - 9:00pm. See below for days & dates.
All courses cost AU$60 per person (€50).
Your partner can attend for free! (Either this course or one at a later date, to help with babysitting.)
More courses and locations are being planned for 2023, so please check back regularly. If you'd like to request a topic or a venue (eg, at your child's school), just CONTACT US.
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COURSE TOPICS
1. Parenting children with Anxiety
DATES: To be confirmed
Supporting parents to create a great family environment, build communication skills and understand anxiety triggers, as well as develop strategies to manage night terrors, separation anxiety and phobias. The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
2. Parenting children with Depression
DATES: To be confirmed
Helping parents understand the diverse symptoms of depression, what is happening in the brain, what can and cannot be controlled by will, as well as how to create a haven at home for their child and the rest of the family. The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
3. Parenting children with ADD and ADHD
DATES: To be confirmed
Giving parents easy, practical tips to assist in behaviour management, memory development, everyday organisation as well as strategies to pass on to teachers to assist in the classroom. The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
4. Parenting children with Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, DCD and SDD
DATES: To be confirmed
Providing a bucket load of activities to support children, but also insight for parents into managing their child's expectations and self esteem and strategies to support their emotional and mental development. The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
5. Parenting young children with Aspergers and Autism (ASD)
DATES: To be confirmed
Encouraging parents with cutting edge content from leading ASD experts, including what ASD is (and isn't!), and helping parents see and use their child's strengths to build self esteem, resilience and social and emotional skills. The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
6. Parenting teenagers with Aspergers and Autism (ASD)
DATES: To be confirmed
A favourite topic! The combination of Autism and teenage hormones! Parents will gain an insight into the unique effect hormones can have on children with ASD, strategies to manage meltdowns, transitioning into secondary school, bullying and social skills. At the same time, parents will learn how to maintain and care for other family members while giving their ASD child a safe and reassuring home. The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
7. Parenting & Neuroscience
DATES: To be confirmed
Unpacking the concepts of neuroplasticity (changing our brain) for parents to implement for themselves and to guide their children. Using the latest science, but in a clear and 'non-sciencey' way, we learn how to get a healthy emotional - mental balance and how to make the most out of our (and our kids') amazing brains! The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
8. Parenting & Communication
DATES: To be confirmed
Delving deeper into the way we communicate our needs and the way in which we feel that our needs are being met. This enables parents to understand their child better and to both give and receive love in ways that resonate for the whole family. This is not complex, but understanding of the different 'languages' of love can be a game changer for your family. The Flourish Parenting Foundation Course is a prerequisite for this course.
