About the Program:

• Format: In person group sessions.

• Duration: 8 weeks, with 1.5-hour weekly sessions every Wednesday (starting in March 4th 2026).

• Initial Consultation: 15mins Complementary Initial Consultation before joining. This ensures our psychologist can get to know you and ensure the program is tailored to your needs.

• Payment: The cost for the 8 weeks program is $975.00. Payment for the program must be made upfront to secure your place in the program.

What You’ll Learn:

The program covers eight weekly modules:

Week 1: Understanding My Child - What is Autism, ADHD and PDA

• Build a clear, neuroaffirming understanding of autism, ADHD, and PDA.

• Learn how neurodiversity shapes your child’s behaviour, needs, and strengths.

• Feel less alone by connecting with other parents on a similar journey.

Week 2: Why Big Feelings and Meltdowns Happen

• Understand why behaviours happen instead of just reacting to them.

• Learn how triggers and environments influence meltdowns.

• Start using practical tools to reduce stress and escalation at home.

Week 3: Supporting Meltdowns

• Apply simple behaviour-analysis tools to real-life family situations.

• Identify patterns that may be unintentionally reinforcing behaviours.

• Gain confidence choosing responses that support long-term change.

Week 4: Supporting My Child’s Self-esteem

• Shift from “fixing problems” to recognising and building strengths.

• Support executive functioning through routines, visuals, and positive guidance.

• Learn how to reframe challenges in ways that build confidence and resilience.

Week 5: Connection Through Communication

• Strengthen everyday communication through routines, play, and connection.

• Learn practical strategies to support language, understanding, and emotions.

• Build deeper connections by communicating with your child, not just to them.

Week 6: Navigating Emotional Regulation

• Understand emotional regulation and why it’s challenging for many children.

• Learn tools like Zones of Regulation and problem-size scaling.

• Support your child through emotions using connection instead of punishment.

Week 7: Understanding Anger & Effective Rewards

• Learn how anger develops and how to respond before it escalates.

• Use routines, visuals, and rewards in ways that truly support behaviour.

• Strengthen co-regulation skills so your child can learn to self-regulate over time.

Week 8: Looking After Myself, My Child, and Our Future

• Recognise and prevent parental burnout through realistic self-care.

• Build boundaries, support networks, and a sustainable parenting approach.

• Reflect on growth and leave with confidence, clarity, and practical next steps.

Eligibility Criteria:

To ensure the program is a good fit:

• Age: Designed for Parents/Carers of children 5-12 developmentally.

• Commitment: Ability to attend all 8 weekly sessions.

• Ongoing Individual Support: Must have an individual psychologist/Occupational Therapist. If you don’t, we can connect you with one of our experienced Psychologists or Occupational Therapists.

• Referral: Not required to join

Reserve Your Place or Learn More:

If you’d like to reserve your place or have any questions please contact us at 1800 749 124 or email info@livingdreamsdisability.com.au.