Emma Pears

We speak to the fabulous and inspirational Emma whose daughter Hannah’s mental health was affected by a traumatic incident when she was eight, turning a confident and happy child doing well at school into one who had three fixed exclusions in a year. Emma, already working with families whose children had additional challenges with her organisation SELFA, had to relearn parenting to support her daughter through her explosive outbursts. Through what’s now known as a restorative approach, the family were able to meet her daughter’s needs and she is now a thriving 17 year old. Emma’s story is honest and difficult to hear at times so please do take care of yourself through the course of this listen. In the meantime - sit back and listen to the wonderful Emma.This episode focuses on mental health issues as well as suicide so please do take care of yourself as you listen should these issues effect you.