“Many parents and child consultants have always grappled with the challenge of making parenting plans that are developmentally supportive and child friendly. As a PhD candidate and a budding child consultant, I always wanted to acquire more skills on how to help parents take advantage of the child’s “little years” to ensure their optimum development even in tough times as may be occasioned by divorce. After poring through many articles and journals, I am compelled to admit that I found Professor McIntosh’s module on “The Young Children in Divorce and Separation” program very valuable. It was quite enlightening to understand the effects of divorce on the development of the child and how child consultants can help mitigate such negative impacts. I also enjoyed learning about the ‘Circle of Security’ as well as the ‘Watch, Wait and Wonder’ programs. I now feel confident to detect various signs of stress in children of different ages and their manifestations and to make possible developmentally supportive plans.
I would therefore whole heartedly recommend Professor McIntosh’s online education programs to anyone who is passionate about gaining rare insights in promoting the best interest of the child during divorce mediation. You will gain much from this peerless author and expert in child care and protection.”
Vivian Nyaata
Family Mediator, Researcher
Nairobi, Kenya
2018