8-Week Loving Parenting Course (LPC) for Parents or Guardians of Children, Teens, and Adults

Are you a parent or guardian navigating the challenges of raising children, teens, or adults? This transformative 8-week course is designed to support parents in understanding and addressing the difficulties that arise in parenting while fostering greater connection and emotional well-being within the family.

What You Will Learn:

  1. Understanding Your Triggers with Internal Family Systems (IFS):

    • Discover the internal dynamics that influence your parenting.

    • Learn how to identify and work with your "parts" to create more calm and balanced responses.

  2. Soothe Your Nervous System:

    • Practice evidence-based mindfulness techniques to manage stress and stay present in the moment.

    • Gain skills to regulate your emotions, fostering greater resilience and patience.

  3. Support Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being:

    • Explore the science of mirror neurons and learn how to co-regulate with your child to help them feel safe and calm.

    • Develop strategies for responding skillfully to your child’s emotional needs.

  4. Develop Compassionate Responses to Suffering:

    • Use Compassion-Focused Therapy to navigate pain and suffering with kindness and wisdom.

    • Cultivate self-compassion to prevent burnout and enhance your parenting journey.

  5. Build a Supportive Community:

    • Connect with other parents in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

    • Share experiences, insights, and encouragement while learning together.

Who is This Course For?

  • Parents or guardians of children, teens, or adult children seeking tools to navigate challenges with greater clarity and calm.

  • Parents or guardians who want to deepen their understanding of emotional regulation and compassionate parenting.

  • Those looking for a supportive space to share and grow alongside other parents or guardians.

  • This course is not recommended for those who are recently bereaved, or for people who are struggling with physical or mental issues. If you are seeing a mental health practitioner please consult with them and check with them if this course will be of support to your parenting at this time.

Course Details:

  • This course will be led by Kati Simpson MIACP/BAMBA. Kat is an experienced adolescent psychotherapist who works with families and groups. Kati holds a Master of Science in Adolescent Psychotherapy, a Postgraduate Diploma in Mindfulness Studies, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychotherapy. 

  • Duration: 8 weeks, 2 hours per session

  • Format: In-person (Ashbourne)

  • Start Date: 21st January, Tuesdays 10-12 pm

  • Cost: 350 euros (payment plan offered and discount offered for those struggling financially)

  • Max 10 parents per course in a loving atmosphere where we have coffee, teas, and biscuits together sharing our hearts with each other.

Why Join This Course?

Parenting can be both rewarding and challenging. This course equips you with evidence-based tools and practices to:

  • Build stronger, more connected relationships with your children.

  • Navigate parenting challenges with greater confidence and compassion.

  • Take care of your own emotional health while supporting your family.

Transform your parenting journey with compassion, mindfulness, and support.

How to Enroll?

Non-refundable Deposit of 100 Euro to be sent to Revolut (085-7867809) or please email katisimpson@clarityireland.com for bank details.

The remainder is to be paid on the first day of the course.

Please check if your Health Insurance partially covers Parenting Psychotherapeutic and/or Mindfulness courses as many do.