Testimonials

Kind words from the parents and professionals we have helped here at PEGS.

I am so pleased that my friend had sent me the e-mail with PEGS details, it has really been a life changer for me, and I have felt supported in my situation. It has been brilliant that this programme has been via video call, this has meant that I was able to access it easily without having to travel or find childcare etc. It also meant that if my son was not at school I was still able to join. I think that PEGS are doing a brilliant job of raising awareness for a hidden issue. It is good to know that things are changing, and hopefully less people will find themselves in situations like ours.

PEGS is a wonderful organisation set up to support  parents and professionals where there is child to parent abuse.  This is an issue so often ignored, denied or forgotten. Michelle is very knowledgeable having a lived experience of child to parent abuse.  Her passion and professionalism shine though whenever you engage with her. I was delighted to support PEGS and help raise awareness of child to parent abuse during my year as High Sheriff of Shropshire.


- Dean Harris, former High Sheriff

Before finding PEGS I felt very alone and was constantly asking myself where I went so wrong at parenting. I'd been searching for some support for a while but even as a professional myself I couldn't find any programmes or services that truly reflected our situation. Finding PEGS has been a revelation. Even without accessing the course, just realising I am not alone and I am not solely to blame for how my child acts has improved my mental state no end. Things are still not perfect at home yet, but despite being sceptical that I would learn anything new after having done so many parenting type courses before, I have noticed a change in mine and my child's relationship and I feel far more confident and capable of addressing difficulties as and when they arise. I would recommend the course to anyone who feels at a loss as to how to address volatile and aggressive behaviour from their child, even if you feel like you've tried everything already! I only wish I'd found PEGS sooner.

Attending the Professionals Information Session with PEGS was really insightful in terms of the statistics and prevalence of child to parent abuse (CPA). Michelle is so enthusiastic and passionate about the work she delivers that you can’t help but be drawn in to wanting to learn more. I highly recommend attending the session and learning how best to support families living with CPA; it is not the same response as you would give to those in intimate partner abuse.


- Wendy Bulman, Shropshire Domestic Abuse Service Manager 

The training session on parent abuse I attended online during Covid was very informative, though provoking and accurate. It was delivered by Michelle John from ‘Pegs’ who was clearly passionate about the subject and committed to raising awareness and changing policy and practice. The training allowed a range of professionals to discuss the issue openly and honestly without any prejudice. Thank you Michelle.'


-Ruth Jones OBE, University of Worcester


I felt more at ease talking to you than other professionals, you've listened." "You were willing to listen and offer advice. The last 4 years have been a guessing game, you've said "lets try this" without being critical, its more helpful. You're revalidating parents that are trying their best instead of a critical " must do this.

I feel you've really helped me with your kind words and 'not alone' message. There are very dark times but PEGS gives me an outlet. Also thank you for highlighting that there are parents with kids without SEN going through this. I count my blessings every day that I don't have that to deal with too.

I felt more at ease talking to you than other professionals, you've listened. You were willing to listen and offer advice. The last 4 years have been a guessing game, you've said "lets try this" without being critical, its more helpful. You're revalidating parents that are trying their best instead of a critical " must do this

Not making excuses such as I am my son's safe person and acknowledged that this is domestic abuse and not just typical teenage behaviour. Not feeling alone or blamed, open discussion without fear of suspicion or being made to compromise my parental beliefs, practical advice and information on rights.

Thank you so much, I cant put into words how much you have helped me. I was very low and desperate when I found PEGS , now not only do I feel more confident and happier, my son also appears happier and less angry and our relationship is improving again. At the start I wouldnt have thought that possible.

A really warm and friendly person, who is extremely passionate about what she is doing and shows great empathy for everyone’s situation. In 6 years of working with different professionals, she was the first to really get it!!

To the PEGS team, you are doing such an amazing job. Keep doing what you are doing because this world needs people like you to make a difference ❤

Really enjoyed the course. It made me see the situation for what it is with no guilt or shame being a parent who is suffering abuse from a child.

Very understanding of my situation and not blaming of me.

Gave me support on where to access help and confidence that I am listened to and not alone.

I was believed and not made to feel to blame.

The strength and confidence of the person was good and the knowledge helpful

I cannot rate Michelle highly enough, her knowledge is excellent, her integrity was outstanding and hard work appreciated. I have worked alongside Michelle in a professional capacity by striving for change in how organizations portray domestic abuse and providing recommendations towards an inclusive practice. This also included Michelle highlighting critical gaps in services and aim to close these gaps to enable people to access and receive the support they needed at such stressful times. This showed her passion for people of all walks of life.


- K, Trustee Domestic Abuse Charity

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