Zara is a 6-year-old girl whose parents, Sarah and Michael, sought support from Sage Clinic due to her challenging behaviors at home and school. Sarah and Michael described Zara as highly energetic, impulsive, and easily frustrated. They expressed concerns about her difficulties following instructions, managing her emotions, and interacting with peers.

During the initial consultation with a therapist at Sage Clinic, Sarah and Michael shared their experiences and observations of Zara's behavior. They described instances of tantrums, defiance, and difficulty transitioning between activities. They expressed frustration and concern about their ability to manage Zara's behavior effectively and create a harmonious family environment.

The therapist conducted a comprehensive assessment of Zara's behavior, including gathering information about her developmental history, family dynamics, and any factors that may be contributing to her challenges as well as observing her in sessions. Through collaborative discussions with Sarah and Michael, the therapist identified specific areas of concern and developed a tailored intervention plan to address Zara's behavioral difficulties.

The intervention plan included parent coaching sessions to provide Sarah and Michael with strategies and techniques for managing Zara's behavior more effectively. During these sessions, the therapist worked closely with Sarah and Michael to understand Zara's needs and the importance of recognizing and validating Zara's emotions and needs, even when her behavior is challenging. They also focused on establishing clear expectation and boundaries in a consistent manner and how to implement positive discipline techniques that focused on reinforcing desired behaviors and teaching problem-solving skills. The work also focused on communication strategies and behaviour management techniques for different settings such as in public, at home and at school. They practiced positive reinforcement, redirection, and de-escalation techniques to address problematic behaviors proactively.

Over time, Sarah and Michael noticed significant improvements in Zara's behavior and emotional well-being. With the support of parent coaching and consistent implementation of strategies learned, they felt more confident and empowered in their parenting approach. Zara's challenging behaviors decreased, and she developed greater self-awareness, self-control, and resilience.