2026 P&F Positive Parenting Seminar | Karen Young
Strengthening Children and Teens: Building Courage and Resilience Against Anxiety
Karen Young began her career as a psychologist and is recognised as one of Australia's leading authorities on child and adolescent anxiety. She is a sought-after speaker, educator and consultant who works with parents, schools, government bodies, and child and adolescent-focused organisations across Australia and internationally.
Karen is the founder of 'Hey Sigmund', an internationally popular online resource that provides contemporary, research-driven information on anxiety and the neurodevelopment of children. She has written five books, including the bestselling 'Hey Warrior', which creatively assists children to understand and manage anxiety.
In this transformational session, Karen will share fresh, practical strategies to help Parents and Caregivers build courage and resilience in all children and adolescents, uncover their strengths, and keep anxiety 'small enough' so it doesn't stand in the way of their potential. Backed by the latest science, Parents and Caregivers will leave with practical tools and greater confidence to strengthen the young people in their lives, both now and into the future.
To learn more about Karen Young and Hey Sigmund, visit www.heysigmund.com.
Date: Tuesday 4 August
Presentation Time: 6.00pm – 7.30pm
Event Program:
5.15pm – 5.55pm | P&F hosted light refreshments in Polding Foyer
6.00pm – 7.30pm | Parent Session (includes Q&A)
Location: Lourdes Hill College, 86 Hawthorne Rd, Hawthorne
Venue: Polding Theatre
Entry & Exit: Gate 2
Who can attend: Parents and Caregivers of all students & Future Families
Please note this is an adults-only event and students are not to attend.
RSVP: Friday 17 April by 3.00pm.
This event is partially funded by the LHC P&F.
Filming and Photography
Please note that photographs and video footage will be taken during this event and may be used by Lourdes Hill College for promotional purposes, including on the College website, social media and other publications.
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