Guiding Parents with Love and Emotional Intelligence

“The Circle of Security is circling the globe as an intervention to help parents raise their children with love, warmth and emotional intelligence.” - Dr. Dan Siegel, Neuropsychiatrist and co-author of ‘The Whole Brain Child’.
Welcome to Circle of Security Parenting, a transformative program designed to nurture stronger connections between parents and children. Backed by over 60 years of research and endorsed by experts worldwide, this program empowers parents to provide love, warmth, and emotional intelligence in their parenting journey.
Why Choose Circle of Security?
- Trauma-Informed Approach: The program is rooted in a deep understanding of attachment theory and is crafted to facilitate healing and growth.
- Enhanced Parent-Child Relationship: From the very first session, you'll gain insights that boost your confidence as a parent, helping you foster a stronger bond with your child.
- Click Here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Who Can Join?

Program Highlights
- Secure Attachment: Learn to develop a positive and secure relationship with your child that sets the foundation for their emotional wellbeing.
- Understanding Emotions: Discover how to read your child's needs and understand their emotional world, leading to healthier communication.
- Emotional Management: Explore strategies to help your child manage their emotions successfully, fostering resilience and growth.
- Self-Esteem Enhancement: Gain insights into boosting your child's self-esteem, nurturing their confidence and self-worth.
What's Included?
- Access to real-life examples through video recordings.
- A comprehensive workbook with engaging activities and visual handouts.
- Dive into the official COSP Circle model, a proven framework for effective parenting.
- Certificate of Participation upon completion, delivered conveniently via email or post.
Program Details:
- Private 1:1 Abbreviated Sessions: Tailored 2-hour sessions, perfect for personalised attention and flexible scheduling.
- Group Sessions: A minimum of 4 registrations ensures that group sessions proceed as planned. Full attendance guarantees the Certificate of Participation.
- Online Convenience: Sessions are streamed live via Zoom, ensuring privacy and convenience.
- Click Here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.


Participant Testimonials:
"I would tell all parents who would have the opportunity to experience this training to take this, embrace this, practice it, live by it, and not only your children will benefit but you will come away feeling empowered as a parent." - Circle of Security Parenting Participant
Frequently Asked Questions
Upcoming Courses
Private 1:1 abbreviated
- 2-hour sessions with 4 sessions in total booked at a time that suits you. See below for details on booking in your dates and times.
Once payment is made please click here to view my calendar availability and book your 4 sessions under 'Circle of Security Private 1:1 Booking'. You will do this booking process for 4 sessions.
If you have any questions please email me at hello@thegentlecounsellor.com
$700 AUD
March 2024 [Online]
*4-weeks abbreviated program* Mondays
4th March 12pm-2pm
11th March 12pm-2pm
18th March 12pm-2pm
25th March 12pm-2pm
$260 AUD
Please note timezone is Brisbane, AEST.
2024 [Online]
1:1 Private Sessions available
More group sessions TBC
The Circle of Security Parenting Program is designed to enhance attachment security between parents and children.
About the Circle of Security™
The founders of Circle of Security International developed the early intervention program after years of clinical experience in family therapy and systems theory. They have dedicated several decades to research, confirming the many ways that children benefit when they are secure, from enhanced school readiness to improved relationships for life.
Circle of SecurityTM helps parents and caregivers improve their own awareness of their children’s needs, giving parents the tools to strengthen parent-child relationships and raise secure children.



