Circle of Security Program

“A secure attachment between child and caregiver is critical to a child’s current and future well being… Research show that securely attached children have increased empathy, greater self esteem, better relationships with parents and peers, enter school more ready to learn, greater resilience in the face of adversity and are able to regulate their emotions better than their less secure peers. As they grow older, secure children become less likely to live in poverty, have legal problems, or experience chronic emotional difficulties.”

What is Circle of Security?

Every child comes into the world seeking a secure relationship with her/his caregivers. The Circle of Security® program helps promote that security. Circle of Security (COS) is an evidence-based program designed to support caregivers in:

• Increasing awareness of their children’s needs

• Learning how their own responses can meet those needs

• Improve their moment-to-moment parenting choices

• Addressing problematic attachment patterns, often passed from one generation to the next, which can compromise healthy relationships throughout a child’s lifespan

COS aims to:

• Improve relationships between child and caregiver

• Improve child and caregiver well being and resilience

Who Should Attend Circle of Security?

Circle of Security is appropriate for caregivers of any experience and age, whether you are a Dad, Mum, Grandparent, or any one working with children!

Course Information

Conducted by Anita Blackwell, a certified Circle of Security consultant and experienced practitioner, this highly sought after course is available face-to-face or via telehealth.