ADHD/ Autism Expert - Parent Coaching
Your Child’s Biggest Asset Is YOU!
And with you by their side they can overcome any difficulties they are facing, able to flourish and grow into the person they are destined to be.
Parent Coaching is entirely bespoke. Every child is unique and every family is different. Working with a Collaborative and Proactive Solutions Approach (CPS) developed by Dr Ross Greene PHD, the world renowned Clinical Psychologist, you will learn how to align with your child and work with them to solve problems as a team.
Parenting a neurodiverse child often requires a different parenting approach. What may work for their neuro-‘average’ counterparts, probably won’t work for your neurodivergent child. Traditional techniques like Time out and Sticker Charts or punitive consequences to undesirable behaviour are counterproductive. After all, if behaviour is the sign of an unmet need or a communication of frustration or unhappiness, then punishing a child when they are communicating that something is wrong is surely counter-intuitive!
We work on the assumption that children do what they CAN DO. Tradition tells us that children do what they WANT to do, but we work on the principle that children do what they CAN do. So, by figuring out what they can’t do, by using well-regarded methodologies, we align you with your child to collaboratively solve these problems together.
We work towards understanding your child's profile, their skills and their gaps, and support your child with these highly regarded and powerful tools. Coupled with the principles of Peaceful Parenting developed by Dr Laura Markham, Columbia University, and my extensive knowledge of ADHD and Autism as a teacher, parent and coach with 33 years of experience, you have a world of knowledge and evidence-based resources to learn and grow from.
Parenting Neurodiversity can be a challenge. Working together, we create a contented connection between you and your child, reducing frustrations and increasing harmony. ADHD and Autistic profiles often present unique challenges such as:
- sleep problems
- daily routines & being organised
- how to stop yelling at your child
- meltdowns and anger
- time-blindness
- food sensitivities
- advocating for your child at school
- helping teachers to understand how to help
- worrying, anxiety & stress
- working out next steps
- choosing & getting into the right school...
But, of course, this is not a complete list. Presentations and behaviours evolve with the child and can catch even the most prepared parent off-guard.
How it works
There are different options available:
- Taster Talk— try me out!
- 1 off Troubleshooting session
- Bespoke Packages of 4 Sessions
- Bespoke Packages of 6 Sessions
- Bespoke Unlimited Package
- Top-up sessions for existing clients
See below for more details.
Coaching Options
STEP 1: Free, no obligation chat
All enquiries start with a chat on the phone to see if we are a good fit and if this is right for you. Ways to get in touch:
- Email rebecca@squarepegkids.com
- Complete the contact form
Responses are generally within 24 hours
Taster Talk
A 30 minute chat so that you can decide if Parent Coaching is for you. We go through your concerns and sketch out solutions that you can try right away.
Bespoke Packages of 4 Sessions
We start with a Troubleshoot Session to unpick your needs and create a plan to support you and your child and grow your skillset. This is followed by 3 more sessions, where adjust and adapt as necessary. Many parents find that 4 sessions is enough to set their family on a positive course. We see concrete results over a short space of time!
Session 1 lasts 60 minutes
Sessions 2,3&4 last 45 minutes each
Sessions take place weekly
Bespoke Packages of 6 Sessions
As the Bespoke 4 Session Package, but with 5 follow-up sessions. This follows the same framework but is designed for parents who feel they need longer to make the changes they want to see. Over the course of 6 weeks we see significant progress when you follow the suggested steps!
Session 1 lasts 60 minutes
Sessions 2,3,4,5&6 last 45 minutes each
Sessions take place weekly at first, then taper to every other week
Bespoke Unlimited Package
The Bespoke Unlimited Package is exactly that - bespoke and unlimited. This is designed for families who would like the maximum level of support. We begin with a Troubleshoot Session and follow up with weekly sessions for as long as you need. Usually a maximum of 12 sessions is advised - keeping momentum up is important. We set time-bound goals and you have unlimited email and WhatsApp support.
Session 1 lasts 60 minutes
Sessions 2 - 12 last 45 minutes each
Unlimited email and WhatsApp support (Mon-Fri 9-6)
Sessions take place weekly at first and then taper to every other week and monthly to suit your needs
Top-Up Sessions
Extra Top-Up Sessions for existing clients who would like to keep in touch and check in occasionally. These are booked on an ad-hoc basis whenever the need arises.
1 Top-Up Session lasts 45 minutes