Working as a Child-to-Parent Abuse (CPA) practitioner at PEGS is meaningful, and incredibly rewarding. No two days are ever the same, but every day is built on compassion, connection, and the shared belief that parents deserve support and understanding without

fear of blame and shame.

Today, I’m giving you a little look into what a day in my life looks like. I’ll be including photos throughout to bring my day working for PEGS to life.

Setting Up My Workspace

My day begins with the small rituals that help me step into the right mindset for the work ahead. Coffee in hand, I set up my workspace at home, lighting incense, switching on my salt lamp, and placing a crystal nearby. These things help ground my energy and create a

comforting environment for the sensitive conversations I’ll have throughout the day.

PEGS encourages us to show up as our whole, authentic selves. For me, living with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, and a neurological condition, being able to work from home, part of the week, isn’t just convenient, it’s transformative. It means managing pain better, conserving energy, and being part of a team that truly values inclusivity and accessibility.

Each morning at PEGS begins with our team Pop-In. It’s a warm space where we connect, check in with each other, share updates, or discuss anything relevant to the day. It sets the tone: we’re not alone in this work, we’re part of a supportive, understanding team.

A One-to-One Call With a Parent

Next, I move into one of the most important parts of my role: one-to-one support calls with parents. These conversations are a lifeline for many. We talk about how their week has been, how they’re feeling, and what challenges or small victories have come up.

Data protection is taken extremely seriously at PEGS, ensuring parents feel safe, respected, and in control of their story.

Running an EPIC Workshop

A big part of my day might also involve facilitating a session of our EPIC programme (Empowering Parents In Crisis). This workshop series focuses on:

● Understanding communication

● Practical steps for navigating crisis moments

● Safety planning

● Exploring trauma responses

● Rebuilding confidence and self-belief

These workshops are powerful. Parents often tell us they finally feel seen and understood by people who get it. Being part of that journey is something I never take for granted.

Hosting a Practitioner Led Session

Later in the day, I may run one of our virtual sessions. These are incredibly valuable spaces where parents experiencing CPA can connect with one another and speak with practitioners like me.

It’s a judgment-free, safe space, a place where parents can share openly, and feel supported by people walking a similar path. No two drop-ins are ever alike, but the sense of community is always strong.

Grounding Myself

Just as we encourage parents to practice self-care, I make sure to weave it into my own day. After work grounding is essential for me. Sometimes that means stepping outside onto my lawn, feeling the grass beneath my feet, taking a breath, and reconnecting with myself.

It’s a small moment, yet incredibly restorative.

At PEGS, we know that supporting others starts with supporting ourselves.

Ending the Day

Between calls, workshops, admin work, triaging, drop-ins, and moments of grounding, my days are full, but they are also purposeful. Every conversation matters. Every parent’s story matters. And every step forward, no matter how small it may seem, is a victory.

Being a practitioner at PEGS is more than a job. It’s a commitment to compassion, understanding, and helping parents navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

And I am grateful every day to be part of that journey.

-Alex