Parent/Child Behavioural Support
Family Support
Every family is unique, and raising children can present a variety of challenges. Our parent-child behavioural support, run by Maddie Patchett offers tailored guidance designed to meet the specific needs of each family.
The approach treats the family as a whole integrated system, with a focus on understanding the contexts of the presenting issues. Communication and interaction patterns are observed rather than just individual symptoms; addressing intergenerational patterns of behaviour and emotional triggers.
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Problems arise from issues within a family structure, rather than individual pathology
Aims
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Understand the initial need for support.
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Observe the family within their everyday family environment.
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Facilitate a contextual session for parents- sharing of family contexts between partners.
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Metacommunication- communication about communication- what are parents & children really saying & showing with their communication?
Need to know:
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This work is delivered in person only. Family observations take place in your home, allowing for a realistic understanding of family dynamics. Partner sessions can be held face to face at the clinic in Guildford.
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The process typically includes 2–3 family observations, over a period of approximately 4–5 weeks for all sessions.
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Services for families based outside the UK are offered on a bespoke basis, with additional travel costs applicable.
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For families based in Surrey, travel within 10 miles of the Guildford clinic is included at no additional charge.