Self-Harm in Children: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents of Boys and Girls

Self-harm among children and adolescents is a growing concern, with worrying statistics highlighting significant differences between boys and girls in the UK and Ireland. As a parent, it is crucial to understand the factors that drive self-harm, recognise the warning signs, and know how to approach this sensitive[…]

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Building Confidence in Kids and Teenagers: Practical Insights and NLP Techniques

As a foster parent, Childline counsellor and NLP4Kids Practitioner,  I often observe the profound impact that confidence, or the lack thereof, can have on children’s lives. In today’s world, many children and teenagers face unique challenges that can erode their self-confidence. However, with the right support and techniques, we can help them build the confidence they[…]

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The ‘Go To’ Therapists Pillow

July 17th is World Emoji Day!  July 17th is World Emoji Day, and as a child therapist, I’m happy to share how emojis can help when working with little ones who are struggling to find the words to express their feelings. For many children, opening up about their[…]

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Welcome to the NLP4Kids Team- Shannen Herber

NLP4Kids are delighted to announce a new member to the NLP4Kids team. Shannen Herber, from Hertfordshire, is our newest NLP4Kids Practitioner. Shannen works with children and families to develop a loving dynamic in your home. Her role is to support and guide you towards the results that will[…]

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Debbie Kinghorn, Our NLP4Kids Practitioner Returns to Derbyshire

One of our NLP4Kids Practitioners, Debbie K has recently returned to her home county of Derbyshire and we’re so pleased to have her flying the NLP4Kids flag across the East Midlands. Debbie has been with NLP4Kids for over 4 years. After spending time in the corporate world training[…]

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The ‘Imprint period’

It is stated by child psychologists that between the ages of 3 years and 11 years is an imprint period. This means that childhood experiences between these ages are likely to have an impact on who that child becomes, how they feel, behave and represent the world to[…]

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Increasing Self-Respect and Self-Belief

For children who present challenging behaviour in school, at home and in the community; there is a lack of fundamental education about how to relate to others and understand the world from a perspective other than their own point of view. Some schools are supporting young people from[…]

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Tips on Building Your Child’s Self-Esteem For Academic Success

Healthy self-esteem is like an armor of protection against the challenges we face in the outside world. Therefore, it’s especially important that we develop a positive self-image early on in life, specifically beginning during childhood. Children who are aware of their strengths and weaknesses and feel good about[…]

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Music, TV and Computer Games

I joined a gym recently (that in itself is a revelation trust me!). As I was jogging away, I was listening to a podcast on my iPhone. I do this because I don’t always like to listen to the music that is blaring in the gym. However I[…]

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Happy Everywhere

A couple of weeks ago NLP4Kids went into schools, offering free confidence building workshops in exchange for pupils donating to children in need. Lewis my assistant and I went into Christchurch School where we worked with four classes, years 3 to 6. Each class had over 30 children[…]

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