Attachment Parenting Program Info

Attachment Parenting Program

A 4-Session Journey to Deepen Your Connection with Your Child

Parenting can be a beautiful but complex journey, especially when your child’s emotional needs seem to shift unexpectedly or when you feel unsure of how to respond in challenging moments. Many parents want to create a strong, loving bond with their children, but sometimes it’s difficult to know how to best support them—particularly if their behaviours feel overwhelming or you’re navigating your own emotional triggers.

That’s where our Attachment Parenting Program comes in.

Guided by a Clinician with specialized training in attachment and trauma-informed care, this 4-session program will help you develop the skills, awareness, and strategies you need to foster a deeper connection with your child.

What is Attachment Parenting?

Attachment parenting is an approach that focuses on understanding your child’s emotional and developmental needs through a lens of empathy, connection, and responsiveness. This type of parenting focuses on building secure attachment relationships between caregivers and children, providing emotional safety, validation, and consistent support.

But it’s not just about creating a calm, controlled home—it’s about understanding why your child behaves the way they do, how to meet their emotional needs, and learning tools that help you stay attuned and responsive in moments of stress.

What You’ll Learn in Our 4-Session Program:

In this program, you’ll explore key attachment concepts and develop hands-on tools to foster emotional safety and strengthen the bond with your child. Our clinician will guide you through an in-depth exploration of:

Understanding Attachment Science: Learn about the different attachment styles and how they impact behaviour. Gain insight into your child’s attachment needs and how they show up in daily interactions.
Building Emotional Safety: Explore ways to respond to your child’s emotional cues in a way that fosters trust, empathy, and emotional regulation. Learn how to attune to your child’s needs without reacting out of frustration or overwhelm.
Co-Regulation Techniques: Discover effective strategies for helping your child with emotional regulation, especially in moments of distress. You’ll learn how to stay grounded and emotionally present, even during challenging situations.
Awareness of Your Own Attachment History: We will help you reflect on your own attachment history and how it may influence your parenting style. This program will empower you to identify past wounds in need of healing, so you can show up more fully for your child.
Practical Parenting Tools: From setting boundaries to supporting emotional expression, you’ll gain concrete strategies for responding to difficult behaviours, helping your child process big emotions, and creating a home environment that promotes connection and security.
Self-Care for Parents: You’ll explore ways to care for yourself emotionally and physically, balancing your own needs while showing up as an attuned, emotionally available caregiver.

Who is This Program For?

This program is ideal for parents and caregivers of children ages 2-12 who are looking to build a deeper emotional connection with their child and navigate parenting with more confidence. It’s especially helpful for parents who are having trouble managing challenging behaviours like aggression, anxiety, emotional shutdowns, or defiance.

Whether you’re a new parent or someone who’s been navigating parenting for years, this program will offer new insights and tools to help you strengthen your relationship with your child and respond to their emotional needs in a way that feels nurturing and grounded.

What to Expect:

Duration: 4 one-on-one sessions, booked at times that fit within your schedule

Location: In-person at our Lumos Edmonton office or Virtually via secure online video sessions

Facilitator: a Registered Psychologist with specialized training in attachment, trauma, and family systems.

Why Choose This Program?

As a parent, you don’t have to navigate challenging moments or emotional disconnect on your own. In this program, we will be by your side, offering guidance, support, and evidence-based strategies tailored to your unique family dynamic. You’ll not only understand your child better, but you’ll also be equipped to respond with empathy, confidence, and intention.

This isn’t about “fixing” your child; it’s about building a foundation of love, safety, and understanding that will last a lifetime.

If you’re ready to create a deeper connection with your child and respond with compassion and confidence, this program is for you. Reach out to learn more or book your first session.