Talking to kids about distressing news events

It’s normal to feel anxious about the news emerging from Ukraine and recent floods in Northern NSW and QLD and children can pick up on this too. So how can you reassure your child and explain what’s happening if they ask questions? There’s no ‘one way’ to go about it, and you know your child best but hopefully the tips in this link below will help.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/health/2016-06-15/how-to-help-children-process-shocking-news-events/7509350?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web

If you’d like to talk about any of these tips or have any other concerns about your child, you can contact me via email mark.holberton@catholiccare.cg.org.au

Kind regards

Mark Holberton

Student and Family Counsellor

Hi, my name is Mark Holberton and I am pleased to be working with the students, staff and families at Ss Peter and Paul’s. I am here to provide therapeutic counselling to students and families and to work alongside school staff regarding student welfare and classroom issues.

When will I be at the school: I will be at the school every Monday

How can you can refer your child to the student and Family Counsellor: Speak to your teacher, complete the online referral form, or email me at mark.holberton@catholiccare.cg.org.au.