Parenting is the most important job that any of us ever have – raising children to become responsible, caring, compassionate and resilient. It is also one of the most challenging and frustrating so we provide a range of parenting programs to help you do the best you can in this critical task.
We work with you to build on your strength as a family and help you to create a home environment where children thrive. By gaining important insights and learning new skills parents via our parenting programs, you’ll be better equipped to help your children reach their potential.
Our current programs are listed below.
For more information:
P: 1800 324 924
E: info@catholiccaredbb.org.au
Circle of Security
Date: Wed 8 May – 12 June 2024
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Location: 116/20 Dale Street
Brookvale
Fee: Free
A 6 week program for parents of children 0 – 12 years of age, Circle of Security is an evidence based attachment and relationship based early intervention parenting program designed to enhance attachment security between parents and their children.
This course is for parents residing in Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai, Willoughby, Lane Cove, Mosman, North Sydney and Northern Beaches suburbs.
Tuning into Teens
Date: Fri 10 May – 7 June 2024
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Location: Suite 404 Level 4
44 Hampden Road Artarmon
Fee: Free
This program will provide you with skills in emotion coaching and help you recognise, understand and regulate, to work through your young person’s emotions. It focuses on the development needs of teenagers and how to respond to their needs when being rejected or pushed away.
This course is for parents residing in Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai, Willoughby, Lane Cove, Mosman, North Sydney and Northern Beaches suburbs.
Tuning into Kids
Date: Tues 14 May – 11 June 2024
Time: 7.30pm – 9.00pm
Location: Online
Fee: Free
A 5 week course for parents of primary school aged children. Learn skills to assist your child in understanding and managing their emotions. Explore how to deal with frustrations and conflict and how to develop good social skills and positive behaviours.
This course is for parents residing in Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai, Willoughby, Lane Cove, Mosman, North Sydney and Northern Beaches suburbs.
Tuning into Teens
Date: Wed 22 May – 26 June 2024
Time: 9.30am – 11.30am
Location: San Remo Neighbourhood Centre
28 Brava Avenue, San Remo
Fee: Free
This program will provide you with skills in emotion coaching and help you recognise, understand and regulate, to work through your young person’s emotions. It focuses on the development needs of teenagers and how to respond to their needs when being rejected or pushed away.
1-2-3 Magic
Date: Fri 24 May – 7 June 2024
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Location: Online
Fee: Free
A 3 week course for parents of 2 – 12 year olds. Learn how to manage behaviour without arguing or shouting and discover methods to stop unwanted behaviours, increase co-operation and enhance your relationship with your children.
This course is for parents residing in Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai, Willoughby, Lane Cove, Mosman, North Sydney and Northern Beaches suburbs.
Keeping Kids in Mind
Date: Thurs 20 June – 18 July 2024
Time: 12.00pm – 2.30pm
Location: Online
Fee: $15
A 5 week online course for parents experiencing conflict after separation. This course is designed to assist parents to see through their children’s eyes the experience of parental separation. You’ll also develop a greater understanding about how to support your children.
Participants must register, participate in a pre-group interview and pay prior to joining the course.
Frequently asked questions
I am not Catholic, can I still access your parenting programs?
Is there a fee for the parenting programs?
Are these programs available to all families in the wider Sydney area?
Are the parenting programs like a webinar?
Do I need to attend the program each week?
Can I bring my child along?
Can my husband attend with me?
Can I have a copy of the slides from the program?
Can I attend the program if I have already done it with another service?
Can I watch a recorded session?
Can I get a certificate of attendance for court?
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