Time to Talk Teens and Tweens

What is this group all about?

Parenting a teen can feel a bit like walking a tight rope. One minute there is a strong connection and the next there is grunting or answering back. This is a parent support group for parents of young people aged 9 and up.

Emotions in young people can be quite overwhelming and there is not much support out there for the parents.

Being able to look after yourself and find some support is vital for looking after your young person effectively. Raising a teen is not something you need to do alone and this is your chance to meet other people and find some support.

Who is running the sessions?

I am a bexley resident and a qualified counsellor. I have worked with parents and families for many years and my aim through running this group is to provide much needed support at a time when things can be a bit tough.

It can feel a bit like you must be doing something wrong when your teen starts changing, and they may reject your support. This group will provide support when you feel most isolated.

Why should I come along?

This group is all about helping parents to get support and meet other parents when it feels like no one else understands what is happening in your world. This is a safe non judgmental space to come and meet like minded people

This might be for you if your young person is experiencing a lot of anxiety which is limiting your life and theirs.

Perhaps they have some challenging, even violent behaviour which you would like some advice and guidance on.

Maybe they are self harming

Perhaps you would like to improve your relationship with your young person.

What are the sessions about?

There will be sessions on the following topics, but these will vary over time:

• the teen brain and how it is developing and changing

• the emotional needs

• how to feel more confident as a parent

• self care

• having challenging conversations

• managing tricky behaviour.

• navigating friendships.

• there will be guest speakers as well

How often do I have to attend?

You can drop in for one session or attend weekly sessions.

Do I have to book?

No need to book, just show up and if you arrive after 6:30 that's fine, come when you are ready.

You can book in advance through eventbrite if you click here

Do they run in the holidays?

No, these sessions will not run in the holiday, they will be term time only. They will run until June 2026 in 6 week blocks

I will run some extra sessions out and about during the holidays which you can find out about if you go to my link tree link.

Do I have to pay?

This is a funded project so free to access for as long as you want to come

Do you provide individual support?

I am a counsellor and parent coach and can offer 1:1 support which would come at a cost to you

Do you work with young people?

Yes I provide 1:1 support for young people too through solution focused counselling