What is tuning in to kids?
It is a parenting program that helps children develop socio-emotional competence through positive interactions with their parents.
What is socio-emotional competence?
It is the capacity to recognize, understand and manage your own emotions as well as the emotions of others in a respectful manner thereby promoting positive social interactions.
Why is socio-emotional competence important in children?
Socio-emotional competence is important because it promotes positive coping strategies that enables the child to cope with challenging situations in a timely and effective manner.
Does socio-emotional competence develop naturally?
There is evidence showing that a child’s level of socio-emotional competence is primarily influenced by:
What are the benefits for children who are socio-emotionally competent?
Children with strong socio-emotional competence are more capable of:
How can I help my child develop socio-emotional competence?
You may help your child through Emotion Coaching.
How can I emotion coach my children?
You can learn Emotion Coaching through an evidence-based parenting program called Tuning in to Kids. Tuning in to Kids was developed by Dr. Havighurst and Ed. Harley - University of Melbourne and has proven successful in strengthening parent-child relationships. For further information you may read their latest article: In the frontiers of emotional intelligent parenting.
Where can I find the Tuning in to Kids program?
The Tuning in to Kids program is offered through Emotional Growth at Moonee Ponds and is conducted by a certified facilitator from Melbourne University.
About the Facilitator
Faye Evans is a registered psychologist who has been conducting parenting programs since 1995 and has accrued a vast experience in working with families, by helping parents, children and adolescents connect, care and communicate engaging in satisfying interactions creating a positive family atmosphere.
What can I expect from these parenting sessions?
The parenting sessions are group sessions where you will be presented with parent workbooks, weekly readings, DVD presentations, role-plays, case-scenarios, mindfulness, relaxation strategies and opportunity for discussion and reflection of the weekly topic.
