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Parenting support at Cornerstone Therapies is tailored to individual families and involves a comprehensive approach, blending practical parenting skill development as needed with established parenting programs and models.
Utilising formal programs including Circle of Security and Bringing Up Great Kids, the focus is on enhancing parental understanding and responsiveness to children's emotional needs.
Additionally, utilising the PACE model guides the strategies we develop together to best suit your child and family.
The PACE model is a therapeutic parenting approach and stands for Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy:
Playfulness: Encourages a light-hearted, joyful approach to interactions, fostering a relaxed and open environment.
Acceptance: Involves unconditionally accepting the child's feelings and thoughts, promoting a sense of safety and belonging.
Curiosity: Implies being genuinely interested in understanding the child's perspective, leading to better insight into their behaviour.
Empathy: Entails deeply empathizing with the child's emotional state, helping them feel understood and supported.
The PACE model offers several benefits:
Fosters Secure Attachments: Enhances the parent-child bond through empathetic and supportive interactions.
Encourages Open Communication: Promotes a safe space for children to express themselves openly.
Supports Emotional Development: Helps children understand and manage their emotions effectively.
Facilitates Learning: Curiosity-driven approach aids in cognitive and social learning.
Builds Resilience: Empathetic understanding helps children cope with challenges and build resilience.
This parenting support approach promotes a nurturing and empathetic parenting style, fostering secure attachments and addressing behavioural challenges.
