From the School Psychologists

Partners in Parenting (PiP): Supporting Parents of Teenagers

As adolescents navigate increasing social, emotional and academic demands, parents play a key role in supporting their wellbeing. Partners in Parenting (PiP) is a free, evidence‑based online program developed through Monash University. It is designed to strengthen parenting skills and confidence in supporting adolescent mental health and wellbeing. 

The PiP offers practical, research‑informed strategies tailored to your family’s needs. There are several program options, including:

• PiP Peer‑to‑Parent research trial for parents who are concerned about emerging anxiety or depression in their teen
  • Recruiting until August 2026
  • All parents receive the PiP but are allocated to either self-guided PiP or peer guided PiP (with optional coaching support) 
  • Limited places available, sometimes a short (1-2 month) waitlist 
  • More information and registration can be found here: https://p2p.partnersinparenting.com.au/
• PiP via Headspace: a self-guided version of the PiP without coaching
  • Suitable for prevention and for parents of teens with existing anxiety and/or depression
  • Surveys optional
  • More information and registration can be found here: https://headspace.org.au/online-and-phone-support/partners-in-parenting/ or on PiP-Headspace flyer
• PiP‑Education: focuses on school attendance difficulties among teens
  • Includes modules with personalised feedback and strategies to support wellbeing and school engagement
  • Self-guided, part of research trial (at least one survey involved)

  • More information and registration can be found here: https://pip-ed.web.app/ or on PiP-Education flyer

     

These programs are free to access and part of ongoing research to improve support for families. Participation is voluntary, and some programs include reimbursement for survey completion. Please contact the CAPS team if you would like support choosing the right option for your family.

Jump Back Up July Calendar

The Action for Happiness team is about to release their new calendar for this month – Jump Back Up July. This month focuses on small, daily actions to help young people build resilience and mental skills to cope with life’s ups and downs, to bounce back from challenges and to keep going. Some examples of these activities may include practicing gratitude, seeking support, staying active, and flexible thinking. Embedding these activities into family life can strengthen wellbeing, coping tools, and flexibility when things feel challenging. 

The July 2026 calendar will be released in a few days, and we encourage you to access the Action for Happiness website to download your copy of the July calendar once it becomes available: Happier Kinder Together | Action for Happiness

Emily Reed and Bec Campey

ereed@kws.nsw.edu.au ; rcampey@kws.nsw.edu.au