The Blog

Supporting Parents, Kids, and Teens Every Step of the Way

How to Use Visual Schedules Without It Feeling Like a Classroom

At Tutum Counselling, we often hear from parents: "I want to help my child with routines, but I don't want our home to feel like a classroom." This concern is especially common among families of...

Conflicting Parenting Styles: What to Do When Mom’s Rules Clash with Dad’s

It’s no secret that parenting can be challenging, especially when both parents don’t always see eye-to-eye. One of the most common struggles families face—whether together or separated—is...

Helping Shy Kids Find Their Voice

If your child hesitates to speak up in class, avoids eye contact with new people, or clings to you in social settings, you're not alone. Shy kids often experience the world a little more cautiously...

Why Tantrums Aren’t Just for Toddlers

If your 7- or 10-year-old has ever collapsed into a puddle of tears over the wrong colour cup or screamed “You don’t understand me!” before slamming their bedroom door, you’re not alone. Many parents...

Big Feelings, Small Bodies: Helping Kids Manage Overwhelm

Ever watched your child go from perfectly fine to full meltdown in 30 seconds flat? Maybe it’s a lost Lego piece, a tag in their shirt, or too much noise after school. These moments can feel...

Helping Your Child Develop a Love for Learning

Every parent dreams of seeing their child succeed, and one of the greatest gifts you can give them is a lifelong love for learning. When children develop a love for learning, they naturally seek...

The Importance of Play in Child Development and Mental Health

Play is more than just fun for kids—it’s essential for their development and emotional well-being. Whether they’re building with blocks, running outside, or playing make-believe, children learn...

Signs Your Child Might Benefit from Counselling

Understanding when a child may need extra emotional support can be challenging for any parent. Children experience a wide range of emotions and behaviors as they grow, and occasional mood swings...

Infant Massage: Building Bonds, Trust, and Emotional Connection

If you're a new parent, chances are you've heard of infant massage, maybe in a baby class or a parenting blog. Often it’s presented as a sweet bedtime ritual, but it’s so much more than that. From a...

Our Mission

/Tūtum/ - Latin word for safe place, shelter, and security.

Tutum Counselling is dedicated to providing a positive atmosphere through creativity, collaboration and safety.

Our Vision

Our vision is to support families in raising a generation of children who feel inspired and empowered.