PhD and bestselling author | justincoulson.com
Dr Justin Coulson is a PhD bestselling author, and one of Australia’s most trusted voices on parenting and relationships. His work sits at the intersection of rigorous research and real family life – informed by decades of study in positive psychology and shaped by the daily reality of raising six daughters with his wife, Kylie.
He’s the author of multiple books on parenting and family wellbeing, host of the Happy Families podcast (one of Australia’s most downloaded), and a regular presence in all of Australia’s major news outlets.
Additionally, his insights have been featured in the Washington Post and the New York Times.
But credentials only tell part of the story.
Justin’s real driving force is a belief that every family deserves access to the best of what psychological science has to offer – delivered with warmth, without judgement, and in a way that works in the mess and beauty of everyday life.
Parenting brings many moments that matter. Some are joyful, some are challenging, and many can leave us wondering what to do next.
Understanding why children and teens experience big emotions and how you can help create calm and connection.
Guiding children and teens to build positive relationships and respond to social challenges.
Strong emotions are a natural part of growing up, for children and for teens. When big feelings lead to challenging behaviour, it can feel confusing and exhausting for families. Children and adolescents are still developing the skills to recognise, manage and express emotions, and behaviour is often a sign of stress, overwhelm or unmet needs.
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