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The Divorce Collective

Tune in as Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Dannielle Young guides you through your separation and divorce by sharing strategies, legal insights and tips to help you move on faster.

Having helped thousands of people through divorce and also drawing on her own experiences being in the family law and relationship space for almost 2 decades, Dannielle shares her expertise in 6-minute, easy to listen to bursts to help you navigate separation.

Dannielle is the Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group. It is a Family Law Practice based in Australia that focuses on making this transition as easy as possible for people going through the various stages of separation and divorce.

Dannielle is also the Director of Dannielle Young Mediations, where she expands on her passion to keep couples and families out of the Court system through Mediation.

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The Circle of Security Program in Australia: Helping Parents Navigate Separation (EP 112)

July 26, 2024 • Caralee Fontenele

Welcome back to the Divorce Collective Podcast! Join our senior associate Dannielle Young today, as she takes into this internationally recognised, evidence-based parenting program is designed to enhance the bond between parents and their children, making it particularly valuable for those navigating the complexities of separation.

Understanding the Circle of Security Program

The Circle of Security Program was developed by clinical professionals to provide parents with tools and insights needed to understand and meet their children's emotional needs. Based on decades of research and attachment theory, the program emphasises the importance of secure parent-child relationships. Here are the key components:

Recognising Children's Emotional Needs
Understanding the Circle
Enhancing Parenting Skills
Reflecting on Parenting
How the Program Helps Parents During Separation

Separation is a challenging time for both parents and children. The Circle of Security Program offers several benefits that are particularly valuable during this period:

Ensures Emotional Stability
Improves Communication
Strengthens Parent-Child Bonds
Supports Co-Parenting
Reduces Conflict.
Implementing the Program