At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.

This program is designed for parents of children aged 0-12 years with examples pertaining to the infant to pre-school age group. However, the concepts apply to parenting at all stages and ages. Please watch the video below for a summary of the program.

Learning Objectives of the Program:

•   Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs

•   Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions

•   Enhance the development of your child's self esteem

•   Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many sessions will the group run over?

The course will be run over 8 weekly online meetings, with each session running for 60-90 minutes.

Q. What is the format of the program?

The format is a mix of weekly video content, group discussion, and self-reflection. The COSP program is based on decades of attachment research and is designed to be a roadmap for parenting and meeting our childrens’ needs, rather than a prescriptive set of parenting “strategies”.

Q. Should I attend this group alone or together with my partner?

As a parenting program, it will be most beneficial for families if parents/couples attend together in order to foster a strong sense of being on the same parenting team. However, this is not always possible and many individuals have attended this group and found it to be very helpful.

Q. How much does it cost?

The total cost for the 8-week program is $500, which works out to be $62.50 per session. There is no additional cost for a partner to attend together, however each participant will need to be registered. Only registered individuals may attend the group.

Q. What is the payment and cancellation policy?

Payment is to be made in full at the time of registration.

Cancellation requests must be received in written form via groups@alongsidepsychology.com.au

• For cancellations, the following applies: (a) within 7 days of the start date, the full fee is refunded minus a $30 late cancellation fee, and (b) within 3 days, there is no refund.

• In the unlikely event that this is cancelled due to a lack of participants or to unforeseen circumstances your registration fee will be refunded in full.

• No shows are not refundable.

Q. Can I get a Certificate of Completion?

If you or your partner would like to receive a certificate of completion for the course, you must attend all 8 sessions. It is possible to schedule individual sessions if you miss a session to obtain your certificate. These make-up sessions will be based on the clinician’s usual hourly rate.

Q. Do you provide closed COSP groups for specific organisations?

Kara can provide closed COSP groups for specific communities upon request (e.g., churches, schools, large group of friends/peers). Please send an email or an initial enquiry via the form below to discuss options and pricing.

Registrations now open for the next online group in May-June 2024

Time:
Fridays 10:30-12pm (8 consecutive weeks)

Dates:
3rd May
10th May
17th May
24th May
31st May
7th June
14th June
21st June

Please complete the interest form below if you are unable to attend the next group in May-June 2024 but would like to be informed of future groups: