Session 1 – School Avoidance

In this session, Brett Williams, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Addo Recovery Clinic, provides guidance on the complex issue of school avoidance. We’ll explore how to initiate meaningful conversations with your child, uncover the underlying issues they may be facing, and emphasize the importance of trusting your parental intuition while leading with empathy.

School avoidance, or school refusal, is when a child consistently avoids or refuses to go to school, often due to anxiety or other emotional challenges. Understanding the true reason and learning how to support your child effectively is crucial. Let’s dive in and learn more from Brett Williams about how we can help our children navigate and overcome school avoidance.