- Posted on 13 Nov 2025
The Kidman Centre has launched an interactive training program to help parents support teen wellbeing.
Australian parents can now benefit from a free and accessible online program designed to help families navigate the highs and lows of adolescence with confidence and calm, no matter where they live or how busy their schedule.
Developed by psychologists at The Kidman Centre at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), SuperParent Powers provides evidence-based, practical strategies to help busy parents and pre-teens and teens connect.
The Kidman Centre at UTS Director Dr Rachael Murrihy said, “pre-teen and teenage years can be a challenging time for families. SuperParent Powers was developed to give parents the tools and confidence they need, especially in today’s digital world.
“The program is designed to be accessible, relatable, and grounded in evidence-based research.”
The program is designed to be accessible, relatable, and grounded in evidence-based research.
Unlike many parenting courses that require in-person attendance or lengthy reading, SuperParent Powers is 100% digital, self-paced, and co-designed with parents.
The program features bite-sized, mobile-friendly video modules, realistic roleplay examples, printable resources, and simple exercises that can be done at home or on the go. Viewers follow four families as they grapple with the everyday challenges of parenting and family life.
The program is backed by a national pilot trial which demonstrated strong outcomes, including reduced symptoms of adolescent social anxiety and depression, improved communication between parents and children, increased parental confidence, and less conflict and hostility in family interactions.
These results, particularly the dual improvements in communication and connectedness from the perspective of both parents and children, reinforce the value SuperParent Powers can play in strengthening family dynamics and supporting adolescent well-being.
Research finds that the most powerful measure a parent can take to protect children against poor mental health is building a stronger connection with them.
SuperParent Powers equips parents and carers with the skills and practical strategies to do this by helping their children feel heard and supported while effectively managing their own emotions.
The resources will teach parents to guide their children through challenging emotions, identify when they may be grappling with mental hurdles, and foster their independence within reasonable boundaries.
High-profile ambassadors and parents Peter Overton, news presenter for Nine network, and wife Jessica Rowe, podcast host and former TV presenter, have thrown their support behind the program, highlighting the merit of SuperParent Powers’ practical and realistic approach to assisting modern Australian families.
As youth mental health challenges continue to grow with the evolution of modern technology, The Kidman Centre at UTS remains committed to providing scalable, evidence-based solutions designed to meet families where they are. The SuperParent Powers program is now available to families across the country – completely free of charge.
For more information, or to sign up for the program, visit www.superparentpowers.au.