The Academy

of Physical and Social Development


Parent Education Resource Center (PERC)

PERC is a multi-service program which is part of the Academy of Physical and Social Development. The needs of children, parents and families can be addressed through the following services:

Individual Counseling

Counseling may be initiated for children or adolescents. Counseling services are available for short term and long term therapeutic issues.

Parent Consultations

Parents are assisted in devising plans specific to behavioral, emotional or learning difficulties in the home, school or social setting.

Parent Discussion Groups

Monthly groups invite 4-6 parents to participate in an open-ended discussion about the challenges and success of parenting.

Workshops*

Workshop occur through out the academic year and cover the following topics:
 

  • Positive discipline – setting limits proactively
  • Ways parents can help children develop social skills
  • Influences on the emotional life of children and adolescence
  • Loss and transition
  • Aspergers syndrome
  • Anger, depression and the "Boy Culture"
  • Navigating the special education process

*The Academy is also available to present these topics to PTC/PTO groups and other parenting organizations.


Interested families should contact Ken Barringer, M.A.,LMHC Director at 627-969-2200 x12

The Academy of Physical and Social Development
425 Rear Watertown Street, Newton, MA 02458

Phone: (617) 969-2200   ***  Fax: (617) 244-4906  ***  Email: info@academynewton.com