March 2025
School Anxiety
Do you remember changing schools? I know I do and it was pretty scary although exciting at the same time. Or perhaps for you it was not the change of school but the change of [...]
A good therapist will
A good therapist will Help your young person gain perspective Encourage feedback Want to learn about them Help them set goals and make plans Encourage them to celebrate their wins...big and small. Never pressure or [...]
The Chemistry of Anxiety
It is useful to understand what is happening within your body when anxiety strikes. It’s ok I am not going to go all science and technical! When we lived alongside dinosaurs our needs were very [...]
What is rapport and why is it so important?
In essence it is the ability to relate to others in a way that creates a level of trust and understanding, generating a relaxed and positive relationship. If I don’t have rapport with my client [...]
NLP4Kids – Articles & Videos
It was one of those conversations I’ll never forget – not because of the drama, but because of the discomfort. Back when I worked as a community nursery nurse for the NHS, I sat among a circle of health visitors and nursery nurses in a shared office, sipping[…] The post When Culture Clashes with Safeguarding – Are We Getting It Wrong? first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
So many children fall through the cracks. Not because we don’t care, but because we’re outnumbered, under-resourced, and running on empty. But what if I told you there’s a smarter, faster, more sustainable way to support those who need us – without sacrificing ourselves in the process? Why[…] The post Why Good Therapists Burn Out (and How AI Can Save Them) first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
Parenting today feels like playing a game where the rules change overnight. And if you’re a professional working with children and young people, you’ll know the pace of change isn’t slowing down any time soon. It’s no longer enough to rely on experience or instinct alone. Because what[…] The post Parenting Feels Harder Now – Here’s Why You’re Right (and What to Do About It) first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
Many individuals, both young and adult, are grappling with anxiety in today’s fast-paced world. Whether you’re a parent looking to support a child or a professional working with clients, understanding effective strategies to manage anxiety is crucial. Here are three fast and proven ways to alleviate anxiety that[…] The post Three Fast Fixes for Anxiety first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
Before a parent ever emails you… Before a teenager steps foot in your therapy room… They’ve already typed their question into ChatGPT. Or asked TikTok. Or watched a YouTuber with no qualifications talk about trauma and healing. That’s not a theory. It’s the reality your clients are already[…] The post Your Clients Are Using AI Without You first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
I’ve been wondering how it would go down if I slapped one of the girls in the office. Not for no reason – but let’s say, hypothetically, she made a mistake that caused a real problem in the business. I wouldn’t do it out of anger, just as[…] The post When Smacking Crosses a Line – And Why the Law Is Catching Up first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
When you’re launching a business that supports children’s mental health, you want everything to be perfect. You want to get it right – quickly. But sometimes, in the rush to succeed, new practitioners panic. And when they do, they stop trusting the process. This is a story about[…] The post Five Clients, No Fuss – Unless You Do This One Thing Wrong first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
You want to help children feel better, think better, be better – and you’re trained, motivated, and ready to make a difference. But what if the real reason your business isn’t off the ground yet… is because you’re trying to do it all yourself? How We Help You[…] The post The Step-by-Step System Behind Every Successful NLP4Kids Practitioner first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
There’s a parenting trend creeping in that we need to talk about – one that’s shaping how boys think about boundaries, respect, and manhood. More and more, I’m seeing boys in therapy who speak without filter – sexist, racist, offensive “banter” – and what’s shocking isn’t just what[…] The post The Cost of ‘Banter’ – When Dads Act Like Mates first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
If you’ve been quietly resisting AI in your therapy practice, you’re not alone – and you’re not wrong to be cautious. When it comes to using artificial intelligence in work with children, the stakes are high. But so is the opportunity. The real problem? Most practitioners are basing[…] The post AI and Children’s Therapy – 5 Myths You Might Still Believe first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
BBC NEWS | Education
The two fathers say the current guidance on smartphones in schools is unsafe for children. [...]
Suspensions and exclusions rose in the last school year - with a significant increase among primary-age pupils. [...]
A charity says its mentoring support could become stretched with more free school meal pupils eligible for help. [...]
The cost of all-inclusive family package holidays to many popular destinations has risen this year. [...]
Calls are made for teacher racism training as figures suggest a rise in suspensions in Kent schools. [...]
A 3p rise in free school meals funding is "almost an insult", school caterers organisation LACA says. [...]
Teachers fear some children use smartphones for eight hours a day and overnight. [...]
Grace Pickett, 18, says it's "frustrating" so many part-time jobs require previous experience. [...]
Tuition fees will rise to £9,535 for students in England and Wales in August 2025. [...]
A guide to your options if you are not happy with your A-level results. [...]
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