‘I recently attended the parental burnout workshop with Gemma Dean, and it was an incredibly insightful experience. Gemma provided a positive and open space where I felt comfortable sharing my thoughts honestly. Her approach is empathetic and encouraging, helping me to gain valuable clarity and perspective. I highly recommend Gemma for anyone looking to explore personal growth in a supportive and constructive environment.’SahilOctober 2024‘I joined a vision board workshop and it was so relaxed and enjoyable. Gemma guided us in reflecting at the start, helping us think about our values and goals, and then there was lots of time for creativity! It's rare to have time as an adult to work with pictures and colour, and it was fun to spend time cutting and sticking. The group was friendly and the pub setting made it really comfortable. Would totally recommend!’Elizabeth Sowela February 2025
The Mindful Parent Hub
The Mindful Parent Hub
Welcome to The Mindful Parent Hub
Weekly workshops to support calmer, more connected parenting.
Join us for a nurturing and creative space where parents can pause, reflect, and reconnect — one week at a time.
Led by Gemma Dean, Parental Wellbeing Coach, and Sima Rahman-Huang, founder of Artists’ Apothecary, The Mindful Parent Hub offers weekly, in-person workshops blending reflective coaching with expressive art therapy. Each session explores a different theme related to parenting and emotional wellbeing — so whether you join us for one, a few, or all ten, you’ll leave with new insights, tools, and a sense of calm.
From Wednesday 17th September, we’ll meet weekly (term time only) at Good Shepherd Studios, covering topics such as parental burnout, stress and anxiety, intergenerational cycles, setting boundaries, core values, understanding your wants and needs, and finishing with a powerful vision board session to help you look ahead with confidence.
You can book sessions individually — perfect if you want to drop in for topics that resonate — or block book all 10 to save (pay for 9), and receive a free art journal and stationery pack.
We keep our group small (max 12 parents) to ensure a welcoming, supportive space where everyone feels heard. Babies and toddlers are welcome — just let us know when you book.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, snapping more than usual, or just need a weekly reset, this is your space. Show up as you are — even one session can make a big difference.
Because when parents feel better, families thrive.
Week Eight: Building in Small Habits and How to Stick to Them
This final session is all about you! We want to hear what’s showing up for you as a parent or what areas you need more support with.
Week Seven: Your Wants and Needs & Self Portrait
The forgotten self! When was the last time you thought about what you need, beyond being a parent?
Week Six: Working Out Our Core Values as Parents & Bridge Drawing
Why core values matter? We will help you dive into the importance of defining your core values as a parent. Your values act as a compass, guiding your decisions, boundaries, and parenting style.
Week Five: Why We Shout at Our Kids and How to Stop & Family Tree Collage
Do you find yourself snapping at your kids, your partner, or even yourself? Shouting can feel like a quick release, but it often comes at the cost of connection and trust.
Week Four: Parental Anxiety & Painting Music
Do you find yourself overthinking, losing sleep, or imagining worst-case scenarios? Anxiety is the body's alarm system, designed to keep us safe—but as parents, it can sometimes go into overdrive.
Week Three: The Parental Stress & Feelings Landscape
Parenting stress builds up fast, but understanding how it works can help you break the cycle before burnout hits.
Week Two: Parental Plate & Emotional Colour Wheel
As parents, we keep adding to our plate—school commitments, work deadlines, family needs—without taking anything off. No wonder we feel overwhelmed! But how do we set boundaries without guilt?
Week One: Parental Burnout & Journaling with Art
Are you experiencing persistent exhaustion, feeling detached from your children, or questioning your parenting abilities? You might be experiencing parental burnout.
Create your Vision Board
If you’d like some guidance on working out your values and setting meaningful goals, I’m hosting a Vision Board Workshop on Monday, 31st March. This two-hour session is perfect for anyone looking to clarify their values and intentions for the year ahead.
In the first half you will re-evaluate your values, and use them to achieve your goals.
In the second half, you will get creative and craft a beautiful vision board with quality supplies that will remind you every day of what you’re working towards.
Create your 2025 Vision Board
This isn’t just another New Year’s resolution activity—it’s a chance to learn a lifelong tool for checking in with yourself. In the first half you will re-evaluate your values, and use them to achieve your goals.
In the second half, you will get creative and craft a beautiful vision board with quality supplies that will remind you every day of what you’re working towards.
Coping with holiday stress
With the festive season about to start, and Christmas and New Year around the corner, it’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and less excited than you’d like. Responsibilities, worries, and endless to-do lists can lead parents to stress more and enjoy less.
Are you feeling mentally drained, emotionally spent, and not yourself?
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
This is a FREE workshop allowing parents & caregivers to come together in a safe space. Allow yourself an hour to reflect, reassess and meet other likeminded parents.
10 spaces available - booking essential.
Parental Wellbeing
Don’t Just Survive - Thrive!
Are you feeling mentally drained, emotionally spent and not yourself?
This is a FREE workshop allowing parents & caregivers to come together in a safe space. Allow yourself an hour to reflect, reassess and meet other likeminded parents.
10 spaces available - booking essential.
Parental Wellbeing
Don’t Just Survive - Thrive!
Are you feeling mentally drained, emotionally spent and not yourself?
This is a FREE workshop allowing parents & caregivers to come together in a safe space. Allow yourself an hour to reflect, reassess and meet other likeminded parents.
10 spaces available - booking essential.
Parental Wellbeing (parent & child class)
Reassess - Reset - Reclaim!
Join us for a dynamic, interactive 1-hour in person workshop designed for both parents and children.
Parental Wellbeing (parent & child class) (Copy)
Reassess - Reset - Reclaim!
Join us for a dynamic, interactive 1-hour in person workshop designed for both parents and children.
Parental Wellbeing (parent & child class)
Reassess - Reset - Reclaim!
Join us for a dynamic, interactive 1-hour in person workshop designed for both parents and children.
Parental Burnout (adult only)
Together - Transform - Thrive!
Parental Wellbeing Workshop (90 min Adult only)