Parental Advisory Service

Parents are often the first to notice when something’s wrong with their child’s mental health — but the system can leave them feeling stuck. Research actually shows that when parents get timely, practical support, their children’s outcomes improve significantly. It’s not always about jumping straight into therapy — sometimes parents just need clear guidance on how to handle difficult behaviours or emotional challenges at home.

The Soke’s Parental Advisory Service is a remote, fast-access service where parents can speak with a qualified clinician — usually within 24 hours — to get compassionate, evidence-based advice tailored to their situation. Whether it’s anxiety, oppositional behaviour, or early signs of something like an eating disorder, we help parents understand what’s happening and what they can do immediately. By empowering parents, we’re helping reduce stress in the family and often preventing issues from escalating. This kind of early parental support is actually recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, because it creates a more positive, supportive environment at home — which is one of the best things we can do for children’s mental health.