1300 184 746Vision Counselling and Psychology provides child counselling from our Rockingham office. Counselling for children and parents is available. Our counsellor can assist with a range of issues including – Behavioural issues and management for children 0-12 years Understanding your teenager Most parenting concerns Understanding child development (ages & stages) Toilet training Fussy eaters Sleeping issues Read more
Parent Child Conflict
Conflict is a normal part of any relationship, particularly family relationships due to the amount of time spent together. Conflict is not necessarily bad, what matters is how you deal with conflict when it arises. There will be times where there is more conflict between a parent and child than usual, such as the ‘terrible twos’ Read more
Sibling Rivalry
When a second child comes into your family it is not only a time for celebration but also possibly a time to heave a sigh of relief. At last, a playmate for your first child, a little person to help take the pressure off mummy. They’ll be best friends forever, right? Maybe, maybe not! It’s Read more
The Importance of Shared Family Meals
Research suggests that the benefits of sharing family meals extend far beyond the nutritional health of the family. Shared family meals are invaluable to the psychological and social health of all members of the family and additionally serve as a protective factor for negative child and adolescent outcomes and for fostering positive outcomes What do Read more
Parenting Strong Willed Children
One of the many adorable challenges within our children: the only perspective in life is their own and no-one gets in the way. Things to Remember for Parenting a Strong Willed Child Children need love, attention and praise Children need boundaries, structure, and consistency Children need goals that are achievable Children need a positive safe Read more
Managing Bedtime Routines
Bedtime can be one of the most challenging times of the day for parents. Both children and teenagers can have difficulties with bedtimes. There are many reasons why a child may not want to go to bed including; Fear of separation from parents Fear of the dark Lack of routine Associating bedtime with other activities Read more
Tips for Parents of Teenagers
The transition from child to teenager can be a turbulent time, full of change. As your child begins to change, so does your role in their life. For some parents, the change from being a constant protector and guide to being a supporter on the sidelines can be very difficult. Staying involved in your child’s Read more
