Circle of Security 8 Week Parenting Program
A supportive, evidence-based program helping parents better understand their child's emotional needs and strengthen secure attachment.
Parenting can feel challenging — especially when emotions run high.
The Circle of Security® Parenting Program is an evidence-based, relationship-focused program that supports parents and carers to build strong, secure connections with their children.
Parents learn how to be a secure base for exploration and a safe haven during times of distress, while developing greater confidence and understanding of behaviour.
What the Program Covers
- Understanding children’s emotional needs
- Supporting independence and exploration
- Responding to big feelings with confidence
- Understanding behaviour through an attachment lens
- Recognising parental emotional triggers (“Shark Music”)
- Repairing and strengthening relationships
A supportive, evidence-based program helping parents better understand their child's emotional needs and strengthen secure attachment.
Parenting can feel challenging — especially when emotions run high.
The Circle of Security® Parenting Program is an evidence-based, relationship-focused program that supports parents and carers to build strong, secure connections with their children.
Parents learn how to be a secure base for exploration and a safe haven during times of distress, while developing greater confidence and understanding of behaviour.
What the Program Covers
- Understanding children’s emotional needs
- Supporting independence and exploration
- Responding to big feelings with confidence
- Understanding behaviour through an attachment lens
- Recognising parental emotional triggers (“Shark Music”)
- Repairing and strengthening relationships
Program Structure (8 Weeks)
- Introduction to the Circle of Security®
- Secure Base & Safe Haven parenting
- Bigger, Stronger, Wiser… and Kind
- Behaviour as communication
- Shark Music and self-reflection
- Rupture, repair and reconnection
- Integrating learning into everyday life
Who Is This For?
This program is suitable for:
- Parents and carers of children (birth to adolescence)
- Anyone wanting to strengthen their relationship with their child
- Parents seeking a supportive, non-judgemental space to reflect and grow
No prior knowledge or experience is required.
What Parents Often Gain
- Increased confidence in parenting
- Stronger parent–child connection
- Greater understanding of emotional needs
- Practical strategies for everyday challenges
👩🏫 Facilitator:
Nicole Buccilli – Connected Conversations
Local teacher with over 20 years’ experience
- Currently studying a Master of Counselling
- Passionate about supporting parents through connection-based approaches
Ticket price Includes all 8 weeks of the program -simply select the first date for your purchase
Good to know
Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
Inverloch Community House Inc.
16 Abeckett Street
Inverloch, VIC 3996
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Agenda
Week 1 - Introduction to the Circle
An overview of the Circle of Security® framework and children’s core emotional needs. Parents explore how children move between independence and connection.
Week 2 - Being a Secure base
Focus on supporting children’s exploration, curiosity and independence while staying emotionally available and connected.
Week 3 - Being a Safe Haven
Understanding how to respond when children experience big emotions. Parents learn ways to offer comfort, protection and emotional support.