WELCOME
ABOUT FAMILY3
Family3 provides trauma-informed, child-centred support for children, families, and professionals navigating separation, loss, conflict, and complex life transitions.
Founded by Deirdre McCarthy, Family3 brings together social work, education, coaching, and therapeutic approaches to support safe, thoughtful, and sustainable change.
Services include family consultation, professional training, coaching, court-related work, supervision, and educational resources based on The Bród Method™.
Trauma-informed Relational Coaching
Coaching with Family3 provides a safe, reflective space to think, explore, and move forward.
This trauma-informed relational approach integrates professional coaching methods with experience in social work, education, and emotional wellbeing.
Coaching may support:
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Helping professionals experiencing stress or burnout
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People navigating change
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Parents managing complex family situations
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Professionals seeking reflective space
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Individuals wanting clarity or direction
Coaching is delivered in line with professional coaching standards following training with Aspire Coach Training aligned with International Coaching Federation principles.
THE BRÓD METHOD™
The Bród Method™ is a trauma-informed, child-centred framework developed by Deirdre McCarthy to support children, families, and professionals during times of change.
The model is based on four core needs that every child has:
Happy – Healthy – Safe – Loved
The framework integrates principles from trauma-informed care, attachment theory, regulation, child participation, and relational practice.
The Bród Method™ is used in:
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Family support
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Training
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Coaching
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Therapeutic resources
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Professional education
BOOKS & THE BRÓD RESOURCES
The Bród Method™ is brought to life through stories and practical tools designed to support children and families.
These include:
It’s Not Fair: Bród’s Journey Through Their Parents’ Break-Up
Workbooks and therapeutic resources
The Bród comfort plush
Feelings gauge tools
Training materials for professionals
These resources help children understand emotions, relationships, and change in ways that feel safe and supportive.
Services
Family Support & Consultancy
Professional guidance for families experiencing separation, conflict, or change, including consultation and court-related work.
Trauma-Informed Training
Workshops and professional education for organisations working with children, families, and vulnerable adults.
Trauma-Informed Relational Coaching
Professional coaching for individuals and helping professionals, supporting reflection, resilience, and sustainable practice.
Books & Resources
Stories, workbooks, and therapeutic tools based on The Bród Method™, designed to help children understand feelings and change.
Contact Us
Enterprise Youghal,
Emmet Place,
Youghal,
Co.Cork
Ireland
P36 N796
0871490758
