Parenting is a rollercoaster, and it’s especially tough when your child’s behavior pushes your patience to its limits. Power struggles between parents and children—sparked by clashes over rules, boundaries, or behavior—can leave all family members feeling drained and overwhelmed. When a child challenges authority, parents often experience a surge of frustration and anger. This emotionalContinue reading “Navigating parenting challenges with P.E.A.C.E. and P.A.C.E”
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What is an anti-oppressive therapist?
‘Power is not a thing, but a fluid relationship. This means that, in all relationships at all times, we are engaged in power relations.’ ~ Julie Tilsen Anti-oppressive practise (AOP) is a social-justice oriented approach that requires critical reflection and understanding of the world through the lens of disciplines such as anti-racism, decolonization, queer theory,Continue reading “What is an anti-oppressive therapist?”
5 Questions to ask your child’s therapist
When talking with your child’s therapist, asking the right questions can help you understand the therapeutic process and how you can support your child’s mental health. Here are five key questions to consider: What are the goals of therapy and how will we measure progress? Identifying the goals for therapy in the initial sessions helpsContinue reading “5 Questions to ask your child’s therapist”