Starting a children’s franchise isn’t just about working with children (although let’s face it—that’s the best bit). It’s also about understanding the lay of the land. And I don’t just mean the schools, or the playgrounds, or even the nearby Costa Coffee (although all of those are important[…]

There’s a theory I’ve been mulling over recently, and I wanted to share it with you. It’s about the rising levels of anxiety in young people. 🧠 Now, a lot of people like to pin this problem on the COVID-19 pandemic. And sure, it didn’t help—but I don’t[…]

Today I want to share with you the story behind NLP4Kids—how it started, how it’s evolved, and how it became a successful and sustainable children’s franchise for professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of young people. It all began back in 2004 when I[…]

As parents or professionals, one of the more challenging situations we may encounter is when the teenagers we care about form friendships that we believe are unwise or unhealthy. It can feel incredibly awkward to confront these friendships, especially when our instinct is to protect them from potential[…]

I used to employ a specific technique during the NLP4Kids discovery days, and I want to share that same example with you today. It’s interesting because just the other day, I was contemplating decision-making strategies and it reminded me of this technique. However, I couldn’t recall all the[…]

In the therapy clinic, I often encounter children and young people who don’t always exhibit the best behaviour. It’s fascinating to observe how the parents or guardians accompanying them respond to these unwanted behaviours. When we’re in the presence of others, we naturally want to make a good[…]

Anxiety is a prevalent issue among children, significantly affecting their academic performance. Within Leicestershire and Northamptonshire, increasing numbers of children are reported to experience anxiety, leading to a range of negative outcomes in their educational journey. Understanding the implications of anxiety and exploring therapeutic interventions such as Neuro-Linguistic[…]

In recent years, the need for effective mental health support for children has become increasingly apparent. This has been especially noticeable for me, in the area I work in, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire. While general mental health programs can provide a framework, they often fall short in addressing the[…]