BACKGROUND:
This programme was developed by Dr Serahni Symington who recognised a need within the early years of family life, to bond and attach to each other as a family unit. Dr Symington has done extensive research on child development; appropriate emotional and developmental tasks, which can contribute to a healthy family environment. By educating parents and engaging with their children a balance can be encouraged, to assist parents with tools and resources to strengthen their families. Dr Symington holds a PhD in Psychology, along with a Masters’ Degree in Play Therapy. Her programme was developed to assist working parents, who do not always have the time and resources available to:
a) stimulate healthy attachment and encourage emotional development;
b) have awareness of emotional distress; or
c) have the time and resources available to know how to interact with their young baby and child within an already hectic schedule.
