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Aug 7 2025

School Transition Anxiety: Facing Change with Confidence

As an NLP4Kids practitioner in Telford, I often encounter young people grappling with anxiety, particularly during significant transitions like moving from primary to secondary school. This period can be both exciting and daunting, as children face new environments, teachers, and social dynamics. Using Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), I help[…]

Aug 7 2025

Academic Success Through Emotional Wellbeing

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Emotional health plays a significant role in a child’s prospects in school, As a licenced NLP4Kids practitioner at Child Therapy Telford, its very clear how emotional health impacts a child’s educational journey. I’d like to share practical strategies for fostering positive emotional development. Self-esteem and Confidence: Emotional health directly[…]

Aug 4 2025

Why Summer Isn’t Always Sunshine for Some Children

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And what you can do about it… We’re now well into the summer holidays. The early excitement has faded, the routines have gone out the window, and for many families, the emotional temperature in the home is rising faster than the outside weather. While the summer break is[…]

Jul 28 2025

Hannah Hampton: Proof That Resilience Beats the Odds. Every Time

admin / Leave a comment / Behaviour, Child Therapy Telford, Confidence, NLP Related, Self-Esteem / Building Childrens Confidence, Building Childrens Self-Esteem, Child Mental Health, confidence, Coping Strategies, Perfectionism, Positivity, resilience, Teen Mental Health

Let’s talk about Hannah Hampton. From being born with strabismus (an eye condition that affected her vision) to becoming a professional goalkeeper and England Lioness… her journey is anything but ordinary. She didn’t just break through the glass ceiling. She smashed it with gloves on. This is resilience in[…]

Jul 21 2025

Helping Teenagers Choose a Career: Navigating the Maze

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When I work with young people at Child Therapy Telford, particularly those who are in college or in their final year of secondary school, we often discuss their future aspirations. A common theme emerges during these conversations! The sheer variety of options available can be overwhelming for both[…]

Jul 1 2025

Perfectionism: The Silent Saboteur

At first glance, perfectionism can look like a positive trait, high standards, ambition, and a desire to do well. But dig a little deeper, and it’s often driven by something far less helpful: fear. Behind many perfectionist children is a quiet anxiety whispering: “What if I fail?” “What[…]

May 26 2025

Calming Technique to Help Anxiety

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👣Grounding techniques are practices that help you focus back on the present moment. They work by engaging your senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell—helping you anchor in the here and now. Simple yet powerful tools that can benefit parents, teens and children. How it[…]

Apr 15 2025

The Importance of Addressing Anger in Childhood

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It is often said that the way we handle our emotions in childhood significantly influences our emotional landscape as adults. While the idea that unaddressed temper tantrums in toddlers can lead to explosive reactions in teenagers—and even mid-life crises—may sound exaggerated, there is an element of truth to[…]

Dec 23 2024

Navigating the Holiday Season – Tips for Families

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Tips for Families The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of 😁🥳🫶joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it can also bring about its own set of challenges and stresses, particularly for families 😧😵‍💫🥴. As a child and teen therapist at Child Therapy Telford, with a focus on[…]

Oct 12 2024

ADHD Myths and Facts

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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition affecting many children and young people in the world. It can present challenges, including difficulties with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. However, there are numerous myths surrounding ADHD that can create misunderstandings. As an NLP practitioner and licenced NLP4Kids practitioner[…]

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