Parenting is a challenge, and you’re not alone.

Parenting in the twenty-first century brings with it all sorts of unique challenges. It can sometimes feel a bit like a minefield out there. A lot of the parents I have spoken to feel like they are alone and that no one else understands what they are going through. The time of living in a connected society has disappeared, meaning that families are often trying to navigate things on their own. When children leave primary school and move towards the independence of secondary school, things change again. There is no handbook telling you how to navigate this world in a step-by-step way.

When your child is upset, it can be totally heartbreaking. When their behaviour gets a bit challenging, it might leave you wondering what to do. Sometimes they push boundaries, which is a natural part of growing up and finding themselves. They might do things that you don’t want them to, and you don’t know how to manage the situation. No one gets it right 100% of the time, and there is definitely no one-size-fits-all approach.

As parents we are preparing our children for life outside the home, and the most precious thing you can have with your children is a close relationship where they turn to you in times of struggles. Sometimes, when we are stressed or upset, it can make us react in a certain way which we later regret. Our children are watching us all the time and learning a lot from our response to certain situations. If you would like a relationship with your young person which feels close and connected to them, you are in the right place.

Free No Obligation Chat

If you have any questions or just want to see if I am right for you, I offer a free 10 minute no obligation chat.

When struggling to change our parenting style from that of our upbringing when addressing challenging behaviour with our explosive child, Keri was there to help guide us to a better way of communicating. We have a wonderful relationship with our child and I fear that would have looked very different without Keri’s help. Forever grateful 🙏

How does parent coaching work?

We will meet for an initial session so I can understand more about you, your family, and the unique challenges you are facing. During this meeting, we will look at your own experiences of being parented, your parenting styles, and where some of your reactions might come from. We will consider the changing role of a parent, why big emotions happen, how to communicate and connect with your young person and how you can manage different ages and stages.

Why Choose Me?

I have a lot of experience supporting parents and teens with the more emotionally challenging things that life can bring. This has included working with young people who self-harm, those who have experienced loss. I have supported parents who have separated and who are co-parenting. Having spent 12 years as a single parent, I understand the challenges this can bring. More recently, I have supported parents to get their young people back into school, and I know how upsetting school avoidance can be for parents. Over the years, I have dealt with most situations you can face as a parent. I totally appreciate the unique experience of each family and know that there is no one-size-fits-all.

How Much Will it Cost?

A session will cot £50 which is payable on the day by BACs or card.

Time to Talk Teens and Tweens – Free Parent Support Group

We have secured funding from the National Lottery to run this free group term time only on Thursday evenings until June 2026 – so if you want to come along and meet other parents in a safe, non judgemental space, why not join us?