Parenting styles & attachment

Join us for an informative and empowering workshop designed specifically for parent carers of children aged 5 years and up. This session explores how parenting styles and attachment patterns shape a child’s emotional, social, and behavioural development—particularly for young people with additional needs, including those who are neurodivergent (such as ADHD, autism, sensory processing differences, dyslexia, and more).

Grounded in evidence-based practice, the workshop provides practical tools to help you understand your child’s unique communication, regulation, and relationship needs. You’ll gain insight into how your caregiving approach can support stronger connection, confidence, and wellbeing.

What We’ll Cover

• Understanding parenting styles. Explore the four main parenting styles and how they influence behaviour, resilience, and independence.
• Attachment theory made simple. Learn how secure attachment develops and why it matters for all children—including those with neurodivergent profiles.
• Impact of neurodiversity on behaviour and relationships. How ADHD, autism, and other additional needs can shape a child’s responses, emotional regulation, and connection styles.
• Co-regulation and communication strategies. Practical tools to support calm, connection, and trust during daily routines and challenging moments.
• Adjusting expectations and supporting autonomy. How to adapt parenting approaches in ways that honour both your child’s needs and your family’s wellbeing

Who Is This Workshop For?

• Parent carers of children aged 5 years and above
• Families of children with additional needs, including neurodiverse children
• Foster carers, guardians, and kinship carers
• Anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of child development, attachment, and behaviour

Why Attend?

• Gain practical, evidence-based strategies to support everyday parenting challenges
• Improve connection, communication, and emotional regulation with your child
• Feel more confident and equipped to support children with diverse needs
• Meet other parent carers in a supportive, empathetic environment

• Interactive workshop with opportunities for reflection and discussion