Parent Summit

Parent Summit Online

The Worry-Free Parent

Welcome to Parent Summit!

In these all-new videos, David Thomas and Sissy Goff provide practical wisdom for becoming a worry-free parent. We suggest watching the introduction video before you begin the other content on this page.

We hope this resource enables you to parent with less worry and more peace!

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Section One

The Worry-Free Parent with David Thomas and Sissy Goff

Part 1 - Understand The Difference
17 Minutes

Part 2 - Do Your Own Worry Work
21 Minutes

Part 3 - Trust
19 Minutes

Section Two

Frequently Asked Questions from Parents

Teenager Worries
What to do when my teen isn’t happy?

Sharing My Worries
Should I share my worries with my kids?

Worst Case Worries
How to stop worrying about something bad happening?

Different Worries
How does worry impact people differently?

A Spouse Who Worries
How do I support my spouse with his/her worries?

Friendship Worries
What to do when I’m worried over my kid’s friends?

New Parent Worries
As a new parent, how can I keep from worrying about everything?

Help For Worries
How do I know when it’s time to seek help?

Thank you for joining us for this year's Parent Summit Online!

We hope you found this content to be both helpful and hopeful.
We love partnering with you by providing helpful content like Parent Summit, in addition to our Sunday experiences for kids and students.

If there’s any way we can serve you or your family, please let us know!

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You're Invited to the Parent Summit Workshop!

Join us for an inspiring and practical afternoon designed especially for parents navigating the journey of raising children in today’s world. The Parent Summit Workshop will equip you with tools, strategies, and encouragement to support your child’s development.

📅 Sunday, 27 July 2025
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 The Rocks Cannington
☕ Afternoon tea provided
👶 Child minding facility available

Featuring Guest Speaker: Natalie Nicholls

Founder of PLECS Learning, education development specialist, and regular voice on Sonshine FM, Natalie brings over 15 years of experience in supporting children and families. Her holistic approach to learning and development is both research-backed and heart-driven.
Whether you're seeking fresh insights, meaningful conversations, or connection with other parents, this event is for you. Reserve your spot now—we look forward to welcoming you!

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Natalie Nicholls
Learning and Education Development Specialist
Founder and Director, PLECS Learning
Natalie Nicholls is a dedicated Learning and Education Development Specialist with over 15 years of experience supporting children facing learning challenges. Holding a Master’s in Education (Cognitive Psychology), a Postgraduate Diploma in Specific Learning Difficulties, a Bachelor of Education (Primary), and a Diploma in Neuropsychology, Natalie combines academic expertise with deep practical insight.

As a mother of three, Natalie understands the emotional journey parents undertake when their children struggle academically. This personal experience, together with her professional background, inspired her to establish PLECS Learning in Perth, Western Australia. PLECS offers a 12-week, individualized, holistic program designed to address emotional, social, behavioural, cognitive, and academic challenges in children. The program uses a whole-child approach, integrating mind, brain, and body development, and emphasises collaboration between families, teachers, and professionals.

In addition to her work at PLECS, Natalie shares her insights as a regular speaker on Sonshine FM, where she engages the community in meaningful conversations around child development and education.
Natalie's commitment to evidence-based practices and her passion for empowering children have made PLECS Learning a transformative resource for families seeking comprehensive support.