about
Parenting is hard and can feel relentless.
I'm a mum of three, I get it.
The noise, the bickering, the whining and the selective listening, it's enough to drive you a bit nuts isn't it?
Perhaps you have the opposite problem and your kids are worriers, anxious and lacking in self-esteem?
I help parents understand their child’s world, understanding your children, their feelings and their behaviour is crucial to building a deep meaningful connection. I teach effective parenting strategies and parenting tools for growth and change, creating a feeling of empowerment for the whole family.
I also work closely with schools, offering observations, support and bespoke plans with solutions and steps moving forward. Schools have a lot to contend with and outside support and working collaboratively can be the change that is needed.
My Approach
With expertise in Montessori Education and Positive Parenting, Josie has become a renowned leader in the field. Over the past 14 years, the Parenting with Josie approach has significantly impacted and transformed countless families' lives.
My journey began over 15 years ago when I discovered Positive Parenting, Positive Discipline, and the work of Dr. Jane Nelsen while studying Montessori Education. I instantly knew that positive parenting was the method I wanted to use with my own children—a method that felt effective, loving, and aligned with my natural approach.
After embracing this philosophy, I became a Positive Discipline facilitator and qualified NLP coach. For the past 12 years, I have conducted impactful workshops and collaborated with families and schools, sharing my approach to positive parenting. This work has been incredibly fulfilling and rewarding for me. Additionally, my work has taken me internationally, and over the last few years, I have had the privilege of working in the United States with schools and families. I have also worked with people internationally online for years, extending my reach and impact.
With over a decade of personal experience working with children, I have gained a deep understanding of how they think and behave. My approach is characterized by passion, support, empathy, and firmness. I am dedicated to supporting families, helping them understand their children's needs and behaviors. I believe that children are magical and that our babies deserve to feel capable, loved, and understood.
I have no doubt that we all want to raise happy, healthy, interesting, and self-sufficient children. But sometimes, the reality of how hard it is to keep calm, implement boundaries, and remain patient with our kids can be overwhelming!
We only get one shot at this parenting job. It’s true—they do grow up so fast. But in the moment, it can feel like the days are very long! My job is to help parents be as awesome as they can be, teaching the skills and tools that I know really work to create a happy and harmonious home. I absolutely love my work and feel very privileged to play a small part in helping you bring up your little people.
“I attended a positive parenting workshop with Josie when my son was 2yrs old. She is such an expert, so passionate about positive parenting and a pleasure to learn with. She can answer any question or talk about any scenario, never critical of parents, always supportive. I came away empowered, ready to try a new approach. I continue to use positive parenting techniques as my children get older and would recommend a workshop with Josie to anyone.”
— Julia Lyons, mum of two