Our Psychologists have availability for face-to-face and online appointments for adults, adolescents and children.
A 6-week online parenting program for parents and caregivers of children aged 3 to 10, helping you support your child’s emotional development, delivered via Zoom across Sydney and Australia.
Learn practical strategies to support your child’s emotions, improve behaviour, and strengthen your relationship with your child.
Watch this short introduction from Monique to learn how the program supports your child’s emotional development.
The Tuning in to Kids™ program is an evidence-based parenting program developed by researchers at the University of Melbourne. It is grounded in the work of John Gottman, a highly influential psychologist known for his research on emotional development and parent–child relationships.
This six-week program supports parents, grandparents, and caregivers in developing children’s emotional intelligence. It focuses on building your child’s ability to understand, manage, and express emotions, supporting behaviour, communication, and relationships.
Tuning in to Kids™ is an evidence-based parenting program developed by researchers at the University of Melbourne. It is grounded in emotional coaching principles and supported by extensive research demonstrating its effectiveness in improving children’s emotional competence and behaviour. At MindBox Psychology, the Tuning in to Kids™ program is delivered by accredited facilitator Monique Shipp, who has completed specialised training to deliver the framework with fidelity to its original design. We also have accredited facilitators within the team, including Jelena Arambasic for Tuning in to Kids™ and Rosy Lloyd for Tuning in to Teens™. While sessions are guided by the facilitator and tailored to families’ real-life experiences, the content and structure are based on the original model developed by its creators.
We understand that a group program isn’t the right fit for every family or organisation.
Our accredited Tuning in to Kids™ facilitator can also deliver the program as:
If you’re interested in an alternative delivery format, please contact us to discuss your needs.
Emotional intelligence is key to a child’s ability to manage emotions, build relationships, and cope with challenges. Research shows that children with strong emotional skills are more likely to experience positive social, academic, and behavioural outcomes.
A structured, supportive 6-week program designed to help you feel more confident in responding to your child’s emotions.
Support your child’s emotional development with practical, evidence-based strategies you can use every day.
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Monique Shipp is a Clinical Psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and over 7 years of experience. She works with individuals, families, and couples to address a wide variety of emotional and behavioural concerns, using evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Monique is especially skilled at providing holistic care for children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and relationship issues.
As an accredited facilitator for the Tuning in to Kids™ program, Monique leads this six-week online parenting group, helping families build emotional intelligence in children. She also has extensive experience in working with selective mutism, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and social anxiety, helping children and families navigate challenges and grow together.