Event
Tuning in to Teens (TINT)
Description
Tuning in to Teens™ is a six-week, evidence-based parenting program developed by researchers at the University of Melbourne. It teaches emotion coaching—an effective way for caregivers to support their young person’s emotional development.
Young people with strong emotional skills are more likely to thrive at school, form positive relationships, and handle stress well. Without these skills, they may be more vulnerable to anxiety, frustration, conflict, and risky behaviour.
The good news is that emotional skills can be taught—and the way that caregivers respond to their young person’s emotions plays a key role in shaping how they learn to manage feelings over time.
The program helps caregivers:
- strengthen their emotional connection with their young person
- respond calmly and effectively during conflict
- support their teen in managing anxiety, sadness, anger, and stress
- encourage healthy emotional development
Research shows that parents who complete the program experience:
- less family conflict
- stronger relationships with their teen
- improved emotional regulation (in both parent and teen)
- reductions in anxiety, depression, and behaviour problems in their young person
- greater confidence in parenting
- feeling better equipped to handle emotional ups and downs
We offer TINT to individual families (1:1) or in groups of families on demand
Presenter
Cindy Evans (Clinical Nurse Specialist)
Bio
Cindy is a Clinical Nurse Specialist with more than 19 years’ experience supporting children, young people and families. In her roles at Perth Children’s Hospital, she is recognised as a subject matter expert in behavioural support and neuroaffirming care, with additional expertise in parenting strategies and paediatric mental health.
Cindy works collaboratively with parents and caregivers to develop practical strategies tailored to their family, helping to reduce conflict, navigate challenging behaviours and strengthen relationships.
She also works directly with young people to build practical skills for managing ADHD and other everyday challenges. Her approach is compassionate and strengths-based, helping young people find realistic strategies that work for them.
Alongside her nursing qualifications, Cindy holds a Graduate Diploma of Teaching and is currently completing a Master of Mental Health Nursing.
