February 2025
Happiness is an emotion just like any other and…
Happiness is an emotion just like any other and just like any other emotion you can choose to experience it or not. This applies to anger, sadness, excitement and all the other emotyions...they are a [...]
Let me know your happy triggers…
Let me know your happy triggers in comments below and look there to see mine...
I have stolen this image…
I have stolen this image from Daniel Sobel the Inclusion Expert. It just resonates with me. He said...All humans, big and small will benefit from knowing: It's not about shutting down the emotion or solving [...]
When you pick up your young person today say…
When you pick up your young person today say something positive to them...it just may be the first positive thing they have heard today! Need some help with your young person, find it here... www.aylesburytherapyforkids.co.uk
It is so important for a young person to understand what…
It is so important for a young person to understand what they have control over and what is out of their control. Discuss this graphic with your young person. Some interesting thoughts/comments just may come [...]
NLP4Kids – Articles & Videos
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. [...]
You’ve probably already seen them – those new therapy support platforms popping up all over the internet, loudly claiming they use AI to ‘revolutionise’ your business. And you might have wondered if you’re falling behind because you haven’t signed up yet. But here’s the truth: you don’t need[…] The post The AI Therapy Secrets That Will Save You Time, Energy and Sanity first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
There’s something wonderfully comforting about the idea of working from home. For many NLP4Kids practitioners, it’s an ideal setup – no rent to pay, no commute, and the flexibility to be close to family. But like most things that sound too good to be true, working from home[…] The post The Real Cost of Working From Home first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
When I first began approaching schools about mental health support back in 2007, the response wasn’t just lukewarm – it was hostile. One headteacher even rang me, absolutely furious, offended by the mere suggestion that there could be mental health issues in her school. It was a conversation[…] The post Why Schools Once Slammed the Door in Our Faces first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
Conflict among friends is a common issue that can leave parents and professionals feeling caught in the middle. Whether it’s two children who are no longer best friends or a peer disagreement, these situations often create an uncomfortable environment for everyone involved. Here are some effective strategies for[…] The post Parents & Professionals: Navigating Friendship Conflicts first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
Sometimes it isn’t the child that needs fixing. Sometimes, they’re just the loudest voice in a household silently screaming for change. This is a story about a client I once worked with – a little girl who, at just nine years old, was carrying the emotional weight of[…] The post The 9-Year-Old Who Called Out Her Parents Without Saying a Word first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
When Jemma first came into my life, she was just three years old. She was one of my key children at a private nursery, and it quickly became obvious that she was selectively mute. She wouldn’t talk to me, the other staff, or even the other children. But[…] The post 25 Years Later, She Remembered Me, As the One Who Never Gave Up first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
When you think about children’s therapy, the first word that comes to mind probably isn’t technology. In fact, when AI tools like ChatGPT first entered the scene, I said, “You can use it for inspiration, but it’s never going to be able to do your admin.” I’m here[…] The post How Technology is Supporting Children’s Mental Health (Not Replacing It) first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
In the middle of the pandemic, I got myself banned from Facebook and Instagram. Yes, you read that correctly. Someone reported the NLP4Kids account as being run by someone under the age of 13 (I do look young for my age! 😉) and overnight, I lost access to[…] The post I Broke My Facebook Addiction (It Can Help Your Child Too) first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
When anxiety first shows up in a child’s life, it’s natural for parents and carers to go into full “rescue mode”. We change routines, soften our tones, and loosen our rules, hoping to wrap them in a bubble of safety. But what if, in doing so, we are[…] The post Anxiety: The Invisible Lodger in Your Home first appeared on NLP4Kids | Children Therapy, Child Counselling, Self Esteem. [...]
BBC NEWS | Education
It marks the highest proportion since government statistics were collected in this way. [...]
Schools that have already changed their uniform policy say is allows children to play for longer. [...]
BBC correspondents analyse how departments have fared and the impact decisions could have on you. [...]
Experts say outdoor play in England has declined by 50% and are calling for urgent change. [...]
A trade union says vice chancellor's pay rise could have saved multiple university staff jobs. [...]
A report says dads should be paid 80% of earnings and allowed six weeks off work when they have a child. [...]
For the first time teachers in England are receiving guidelines on how they should and shouldn't use AI. [...]
New data shows teacher recruitment and retention remains a challenge - particularly in disadvantaged areas. [...]
A new report says universities should be allowed to collaborate more in order to deliver merged courses. [...]
Everything you need to know about this year's A-level exams, grade boundaries and results day. [...]
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