THE GROWING MIND SERIES – ONLINE COURSES
Invest in knowledge that nurtures thriving children and teenagers.
Online child and teenager development courses for parents and professionals, developed by Clinical Psychologist and Paediatric Neuropsychologist, Megan Fowler.
60-90 minute interactive courses
Self-paced learning
Evidence-based Insights
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How Child and Adolescent Adversity and Trauma Shapes the Brain: The ACEs Study
Best for Professionals & Parents
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Everyday Attachment : Raising Emotionally Secure Children and Adolescents – Part 1
Best for Parents
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Everyday Attachment : Raising Emotionally Secure Children and Adolescents – Part 2
Best for Parents
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What Modern Neuroscience Tells Us About Parenting and Child/Adolescent Development
Best for Parents
“This is a really concise but illuminating introductory course on adverse childhood experiences. I learnt several things that had an immediate impact on how I approach patient care. I would recommend this course to any clinician whose aim is to provide trauma informed and compassionate care. It is relevant across all specialties and patient demographics. The course is evidence based, easy to navigate and directs you to other resources if you wish to further your learning.”
Caroline South
Clinical Nurse Specialist – General Surgery
“As both a paediatric nurse and a mother, I found this course to be extremely invaluable. Not only has it given me insight into my son’s neurological development, but also skills for managing challenging behaviours in my older children. My step-daughter has had a fairly traumatic childhood, before now, and exhibits deep emotional dysregulation at times. By completing this course I am now able to better understand her behaviour and identify potential triggers for her. I have learnt to change my approach when she has a seemingly disproportionate outburst. I am learning to calm her using a more therapeutic approach which then allows her nervous system to return her to her safe place - making the meltdowns far easier to manage. As much as I thought I understood about children and their brain function, this course has given me an even greater understanding.”
Hayley, mother of 6 month old, and stepmother of two aged 7, 9 years old
"The Hand to Heart course offers clear, practical strategies for responding to our children’s behaviour. With a strong-willed child, I’ve been able to put the guidance into practice and have already noticed a significant shift in how she responds – our house is much calmer and I feel more confident in responding to big emotions. With continued practice, I can see how this will have a lasting, positive impact on how our children will be able to manage their emotions as they grow. Completing the course with my husband was especially valuable, as it opened up meaningful conversations and helped us align on how we want to grow and improve as parents."
Caitlin, Mother of two daughters, aged 1 and 5 years old
Prefer learning face-to-face?
All of our online courses are also available as engaging in-person presentations for schools and organisations.
These sessions are grounded in developmental neuroscience and attachment-informed practice, and are designed to be practical, reflective, and immediately applicable. Presentations can be tailored for educators, school leaders, support staff, parents, and organisations working with children and families, with content adapted to meet the unique needs of your community.
“Secure attachment is the foundation on which we build the ability to understand ourselves and others.”.
- Peter Fonagy