Parent and Family Autism Support
Online psychoeducation and practical guidance for parents, carers and families supporting an autistic child, young person or adult.
Who this is for
Parents, carers, siblings and wider family members in England who want to understand autism better and respond in ways that genuinely help. Support is available whether or not the person you care for is a PRC client.
What support can cover
- Understanding autism and what it means for your family.
- Responding to sensory needs, routines and overwhelm at home.
- Communication that works for the person you care for.
- Managing transitions, change and school-related difficulties.
- Looking after your own wellbeing as a parent or carer.
- Working with schools and other services.
What this service does not do
This is psychoeducation and practical support. It does not provide an autism diagnosis, and it does not guarantee any particular outcome for your child or family member.
Price
A psychoeducation session for parents and carers is £90. A 50-minute parent or carer support session is £100.
Which of the two suits you depends on whether you want structured information about autism or space to talk through your own situation, and PRC will help you decide on your free suitability call.
This service supports you as a parent or carer. It does not provide an autism diagnosis for the person you care for.
Cancellation: more than 48 hours’ notice, no charge; less than 48 hours, 50% of the session fee; a missed session with no notice, the full fee. Full details are on the Prices page.
Frequently asked questions
No. Parent and family support is available whether or not the person you care for is under PRC’s care.
No. Support is available where a diagnosis exists and where you are still working out what is happening.
Yes, where that is helpful and agreed in advance.
Both. Appointments are available online across England, and in person at our Northampton office: Unit F28, Moulton Park Business Centre, Redhouse Road, Northampton NN3 6AQ.
Please tell the team which you would prefer when you book. In-person appointments are by arrangement only, so please do not attend the office without a booked appointment.
Want to talk it through first?
Book a free 15-minute suitability and information call. This call is for information and pathway suitability. It is not a clinical assessment and no diagnosis or treatment is provided during the call.