Encouraging Parent Participation in a Group

Practical Tips for Handling Silence and Creating Connections When learning group facilitation skills practitioners often ask: “What if nobody responds when I ask a question?” It’s normal for parents to take some time to open up and share their thoughts and experiences, especially in group settings. This doesn’t mean they have nothing to say! It just […]

Insights from Our Recent Community of Practice with Better Finglas

Gill Moses and Eileen Brosnan from Parents Plus, recently facilitated a bespoke Community of Practice session with a group of practitioners from Better Finglas who were trained in and delivering the Parents Plus ADHD programme to families in their area. The online ADHD Community of Practice session was specifically tailored to the topics and challenges […]

Empowering Adolescents with the Parents Plus Adolescents Programme

The Parents Plus Adolescents Programme is an evidenced-based training is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and techniques they need to help adolescents navigate the complexities of this transitional phase of life. About the Programme Training: Adolescence, a time of significant developmental changes, can present unique challenges that require the understanding and support […]

Working Things Out in North Sommerset

The Parents Plus Working Things Out Programme provides professionals with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) strategies to equip young people with coping skills, helpful thinking strategies, improved conflict resolution and communication skills, and reduced stress levels. This evidence-based programme builds on young people’s strengths and positive relationships with their families, peers, schools, and communities. The programme […]

Empowering Families: The Impact of the Parents Plus Children’s Programme

Parenting is a complex journey where guiding children through their early years demands a mix of love, understanding, and practical strategies. The evidence based Parents Plus Children’s Programme offers a comprehensive approach to nurturing positive family dynamics. As a facilitator of this impactful programme, professionals are equipped with the tools to empower parents to navigate […]

The Benefits of Training in the Working Things Out Programme

As a professional working with adolescents, The Working Things Out Programme is a comprehensive training programme which will give you the tools to support teenagers experiencing social, emotional and behavioural challenges. This CBT Coping Skills-based programme provides practitioners with strategies to enhance engagement, supporting young people with problem-solving skills, communication techniques, and resilience. In the […]

Hertfordshire Council Development and Commissioning Officer, Nicola Wilder.

In 2023 we worked closely with Hertfordshire Council in their rollout of the Parents Plus Parenting When Separated (PWS) Programme, through funding from the Dept of Work and Pensions Reducing Parental Conflict programmes. They delivered the PWS online and in person and are currently designing and implementing an evaluation of the impact and outcomes for […]

Enhancing Family Support: Discover the Parenting When Separated Programme Training for Professionals.

As professionals dedicated to supporting families, you understand the complex challenges faced during separation and divorce. Recognising this, Parents Plus has developed the ‘Parenting When Separated Programme’, a comprehensive training designed to equip you with essential skills and knowledge for assisting families through these trying times. Programme Overview: The Parenting When Separated Programme is a […]

The Parents Plus ‘Parenting When Separated Programme’ Case Study

The Parenting When Separated Programme is a practical and positive evidence-based programme for parents who are preparing for, going through, or have gone through a separation or divorce. It helps parents to develop co-parenting skills, listen to and focus on the needs of their children, help their children cope and thrive, as well as cope […]