Wellbeing Corner
Good Shepherd – NSW Youth Counselling & Family Resilience Team
The NSW Youth Counselling & Family Resilience team is excited to share that we have two upcoming programs available for parents and carers. These are focused on supporting the emotional wellbeing of young people and providing families with evidence-informed resources and strategies.
Webinar on supporting Adolescents with Anxiety
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When: Friday 17th April, 12pm-1pm OR Wednesday 22nd April 5pm-6pm
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Where: Online via Microsoft Teams
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This is a one hour, online information session for parents and carers who want to learn more about anxiety during adolescence, and to build skills and strategies to support their young people.
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There are two options to attend, participants only need to select one time that suits them
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For more details head to the registration link here: https://events.humanitix.com/adolescents-and-anxiety-workshop-for-parents-5yewp4yb
Tuning into Teens at Marrickville
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When: Beginning Thursday 7th May at 10am. The program runs for 6 weeks total (2 hours per week), finishing 11th June
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Where: 2 South Street, Marrickville
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Tuning into Teens is focused on providing parents and carers with tools, strategies and resources to support their young people to develop emotional resilience, and to strengthen their communication and connection
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Please see the attached flyer for details
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Once registered, participants will be contacted by a member of our team for a brief chat over the phone to ensure the program is right for their needs.
CABL are offering free services to schools and youth services
The service supports families with young people aged 12–17 who may be experiencing concerns related to gaming, gambling or digital behaviours. This can include issues such as excessive screen use, online gaming concerns, in-game purchases, or family stress linked to digital activity.
Support available includes:
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Individual or family support for young people and parents/carers
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Guidance for parents around gaming, gambling and screen use
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Support navigating gambling-related harms or financial impacts linked to gaming
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Referrals to specialist services where required, including GambleAware
Referrals can be made by schools, youth services or parents/carers. https://cabl.org.au/family-support-services/
