We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Cathy Atkinson as the incoming Editor of the AEP’s peer-reviewed journal, Educational Psychology in Practice.

This document was produced by the AEP and in partnership with the Welsh Government and provides information about the role of educational psychologists and their contribution to supporting the education and wellbeing of children and young people, their families, and communities in Wales.

As educational psychologists (EPs), we are often called upon to support children and families experiencing high levels of conflict, control, or withdrawal. In such cases, traditional behavioural strategies may fall short. The Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) parenting approach offers a trauma-informed, relational alternative that prioritises adult presence, emotional regulation, and systemic support. It provides EPs with a thoughtful and ethically grounded framework for supporting families experiencing entrenched difficulties.