parenting support
When parenting feels harder than you expected
When your child is struggling with big emotions, behaviour, anxiety, sensory needs or everyday family life, it can be difficult to know what to do next.
At WayMaker, our parenting support helps you understand what may be happening underneath your child’s behaviour and gives you practical ways to respond with greater confidence and connection.
You Are Supported
You Are Supported
You know your child. But sometimes it’s hard to know what they need
You might be wondering why strategies that seem to work for other children simply aren't working for yours.
Perhaps you're navigating:
big emotions, meltdowns or shutdowns
anxiety or worries
challenging or confusing behaviour
sensory overwhelm
difficulties with boundaries or routines
school refusal or difficulties around school
neurodivergence or additional needs
changes within your family
feeling disconnected from your child
simply not knowing what to try next
You don't need to work it all out before coming to us. That's what we're here for.
Looking beyond behaviour
Rather than focusing only on stopping difficult behaviour, we help you
become curious about what might be sitting underneath it.
A child's behaviour can be communication. Together, we can explore their emotions, development, relationships, sensory needs, nervous system and experiences, helping you understand not just what your child is doing, but why they might be doing it.
From there, we help you find practical strategies that fit your child and your family.
Support that fits your family
Your sessions are a supportive, non-judgemental space to talk openly about what's happening at home and explore a way forward.
Depending on your family's needs, we may explore:
Connection & Relationships
Strengthening connection and understanding what your child may be communicating through their behaviour.
Emotional Regulation
Understanding big feelings, co-regulation, meltdowns and how to help your child feel safer and calmer.
Boundaries & Behaviour
Creating clear, compassionate boundaries while looking beneath behaviour rather than simply trying to control it.
Sensory & Neurodevelopmental Needs
Considering whether sensory processing, neurodivergence or developmental differences could be affecting everyday life.
Parent Confidence
Helping you feel less uncertain about how to respond when things get difficult.
Your Parenting Support Journey
You don't need to know exactly what support you need. Start by telling us what's happening.
01 | GATHER
Tell us what's happening
Complete our short referral form so we can understand what's been difficult for you and your child.
02 | CONNECT
Talk it through with us
We'll arrange a free 15-minute WayMaker call to hear a little more and make sure parenting support is the right next step.
03 | UNDERSTAND
Your 1:1 parenting consultation
We'll look more closely at what's happening underneath the behaviour and help you understand your child's individual needs.
04 | NEW BEGINNINGS
Find a way forward
You'll leave with practical strategies and a clearer understanding of how you can support your child and family moving forward.
Parenting the Playful Way: Our Journal
Our Parenting Journal is designed as a practical companion for your journey. Inside, you’ll find guided reflections, prompts, and exercises to help you slow down, notice patterns, and connect more deeply with your child. It’s not about being a “perfect parent” it’s about having a supportive space to reflect, grow, and build stronger relationships.
This journal for parents complements our coaching and support approach, giving you simple tools you can return to again and again.
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What are parents saying?
"I was really struggling with my eight-year-old son’s behaviour he never seemed to listen, and it felt overwhelming at times. Tara helped me connect with my own feelings first, and I’ve been able to introduce clear boundaries. Understanding how children’s brains develop was such a helpful part of the process, and I’ve learned not to try to fix things when my son is in a meltdown. Thank you so much for your support!"
Ready to feel more connected as a parent?
You don't need to have all the answers.
When something isn't working for your child or family, having
someone help you understand what might be happening
underneath can make the way forward feel much clearer.
Tell us what's happening. We'll help you find the next step.
