Marte Meo Method
Evolving Minds: Strengthening Parent-Child Connections

At Evolving Minds Counselling, we understand the importance of strong, healthy relationships between parents and children. The Marte Meo Method is a practical, strengths-based approach that helps parents and caregivers develop deeper connections with their children by focusing on positive communication and interaction.
 

What is the Marte Meo Method?
 

The Marte Meo Method is an internationally recognised attachment-based program designed to support parents, caregivers, and professionals in understanding how to nurture emotional and social development in children. Developed by Dutch therapist Maria Aarts, this method emphasises using everyday interactions to strengthen a child’s confidence, communication, and emotional security.
 

The approach is gentle and empowering, focusing on what parents are already doing well and guiding them to build on these strengths. Marte Meo is beneficial for parents of all children, including those who may be experiencing emotional, behavioural, or developmental challenges.
 

How Does the Marte Meo Method Work?

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The Marte Meo Method uses video feedback and guided observations to help parents recognise and enhance the ways they interact with and support their children. A trained clinician will:
 

1. Observe interactions between parents and children, identifying moments of connection and areas for growth.

2. Provide video feedback, highlighting positive interactions and how these moments contribute to the child's development.

3. Offer practical guidance, helping parents develop skills to strengthen communication, emotional security, and social development.

Who Can Benefit from Marte Meo?
 

The Marte Meo Method is ideal for:

• Parents of infants, toddlers, and young children looking to strengthen emotional bonds.

• Parents navigating the transition into parenthood, including those experiencing perinatal mental health challenges.

• Families facing behavioural or emotional difficulties, including attachment concerns.

• Caregivers, teachers, and professionals working with children in a developmental or therapeutic setting.
   

Key Benefits of the Marte Meo Method

• Encourages secure attachment and emotional connection between parents and children.

• Helps parents understand their child’s needs and signals more effectively.

• Provides practical, everyday strategies to support emotional and social development.

• Strengthens parental confidence and communication skills.

• Supports children in developing self-esteem, resilience, and emotional regulation.
   

Marte Meo and Perinatal Mental Health

For new parents, the Marte Meo Method can be particularly valuable in supporting the early bonding process. Parents who experience postnatal anxiety, depression, or challenges in adjusting to parenthood may find this method helpful in building confidence and fostering a secure connection with their baby.
 

Get Started with Marte Meo at Evolving Minds Counselling
 

If you’d like to learn more about the Marte Meo Method and how it can help strengthen your bond with your child, our trained clinicians are here to support you with compassion, guidance, and practical strategies.

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For more information or to book an appointment, call us at 02 8519 4197 or click the button below to complete our online request form.