Parenting on the ARC

Transforming parent-child bonds with trauma-informed insights on Attachment, Relationships and Connection.

“The greatest gift you can give your child is your own self-acceptance.”

“Connection is the essence of life. It is what makes us human.”

“When we don’t have a strong sense of connection, we may try to soothe ourselves in other ways.”
— Dr Gabor Mate

Welcome to ARC Parenting, where we are passionate about fostering connection and attachment between parents and their children. 

At ARC, Ags and Mel are dedicated to providing every participant with tailored, practical tools that can be applied to your unique parenting journey. Our workshops offer a supportive, judgment-free environment, ensuring you feel safe as you explore new approaches to parenting. Our individual sessions support families with their unique relational dynamics in the comfort of their own homes.

Our signature “Parenting on the ARC” workshop was born from the need for more realistic and adaptable parenting courses. We recognized that many existing resources fell short of addressing the specific challenges parents face. That’s why we’ve created workshops that focus on equipping you with practical strategies that align with your family’s needs.


Testimonials

  • "Very inclusive of diverse families. Thank you"

    ARC Parenting Workshop Participant - 2023

  • "Was great to have other parents in the same boat with children with medical conditions that make everyday parenting hard and feel that you're not the only one."

    ARC Parenting Workshop Participant - 2023

  • "First useful parenting course we have attended. Tools to utilise with our neurodivergent kids."

    ARC Parenting Workshop Participant - 2023

  • "You guys were fabulous. I personally took a lot from this and I will be recommending this workshop to people in the future. Thank you."

    ARC Parenting Workshop Participant, July 2024

  • "Had an amazing time with engagement with others instead of feeling judged or uncomfortable"

    ARC Parenting Workshop Participant, July 2024

  • "It was very useful and will help structure my boy and girl's lives. Thank you very much."

    ARC Parenting Workshop Participant, August 2024

Meet your facilitators

  • Agata Iskander (Ags)

    B. Communication , M. Education, M. Counselling

    Ags is a clinical counsellor and psychotherapist. She has been working with parents and children for the last 18 years in educational settings, family support, and private practice.

    A dedicated mental health practitioner with a passion for sharing her knowledge with others about complex trauma, coping mechanisms developed in childhood, and how to break trauma cycles for yourself and your children.

    Ags is passionate about supporting parents at their most vulnerable and sharing knowledge around raising resilient, happy and calm kids.

  • Mel Young

    B. Human Services

    A dedicated human services specialist with over 10 years’ experience in the sector supporting parents in understanding and responding to their children’s needs and improving overall family functioning.

    A passionate and thoughtful practitioner who understands the complexity of the human condition, and who works with a strengths-based and person-centred approach.

    As a parent to 3 children and 2 step-children, Mel understands the challenges of family life and dedicated to building authentic connections within the family unit so children can grow into caring and resilient adults.

Our Current Collaborators

  • Click on the Upcoming Events tab to view our latest community workshop locations and dates

Connect with us

Email admin@arcparenting.com.au,
call us on 0421 148 446
or fill out the Contact us form