Maybe your child melts down after school. Maybe your teen goes quiet, snaps, or shuts the door. Maybe you've tried everything you can think of and you're tired. Or maybe things are going ok, but you know change is coming. A new school, exams, a house move, a new baby, growing up. You want your child to have the tools before they need them.

Either way, you're in the right place. Big feelings are part of growing up. When children understand what's going on inside them, they feel calmer, more confident and more ready for whatever life throws at them. That's what this support is for.

How it works

No two children are the same, so no two plans are the same either. We get to know each other, find out what helps your child feel calm and ready, and build from there. The Brain Friends give us a simple, fun way to talk about it all. And for older ones, it's all about meeting them where they're at and talking their language.

Your child's sessions happen on Zoom, so they can join from somewhere comfy and familiar at home. We start with a getting to know you call on Zoom, so we can meet properly. Parent catch-ups by phone, so you can talk freely without little ears listening in.

Packages for Children (ages 6 to 11)

GETTING STARTED
Meet The Brain Friends
Price: £395 | 4 weeks

A gentle first step. This is not about fixing your child. It's about understanding what's going 

on underneath the behaviour. Your child meets Lenny, Mylo, Orla and Brilliant Brain and 

starts to notice what their body and feelings are telling them. You learn the same language, 

so tricky moments at home start to make more sense.

Includes:

• A short questionnaire before we start, so I know what matters most to you
• A parent onboarding phone call, so we can talk it through together
• 3 x 30 minute Zoom sessions with your child
• Brain Friends digital resources to help embed the shared language in your home
• A written summary after each session, so nothing gets lost
• A plan to carry on the good work once our sessions finish

STEADY SUPPORT
Tend and Tame Your Brain Friends
Price: £1,450 | 3 months

For families who want support that stays steady over time.

Big feelings can show up fast. Together we help your child notice when Lenny is struggling, calm Mylo down, 

and find their way back to Orla. Every child is different, so we try things, see what works for your child, and build from there.

Includes:

• A getting to know you Zoom call, so I can shape the sessions around your child
• 9 x 30 minute Zoom sessions with your child
• 6 x 15 minute phone catch ups with you
• Simple tools to use at home, like ANTs and PETs and Body-to-Brain Breaks
• Brain Friends family digital resources to help you embed the shared language in your home
• The Brain Friends Parent Workbook for your child's age
• A written summary after each session
• A plan to carry on the good work once our sessions finish

DEEPER CHANGE
Brilliant Brain Programme
Price: £2,450 | 4 months

For families who want to build something that lasts.

Your child builds their own Brain Friends toolkit. They learn that wobbles are normal, that they can bounce back, and that their brain is always learning and growing. You get your own sessions too, because your child borrows your calm. You don't need to be perfect. You just need to be steady enough, and I'll help you get there.

Includes:

• A getting to know you Zoom call
• 12 x 30 minute Zoom sessions with your child
• 3 parent coaching calls to help you embed the change
• Message support between sessions
• Brain Friends digital resources to help you embed the shared language in your home
• The Brain Friends Parent Workbook for your child's age
• A written summary after each session
• A plan to carry on the good work once our sessions finish

QUICK HELP
Parent SOS Session
Price: £199 | One session

For when you need some help, and you need it now.

Sometimes there's one thing that's really getting to you. A worry, a pattern, a situation that keeps going round in circles. This session is just for you. We focus on that one issue, get clear on what's really going on, and work out your next steps together.

Includes:

• A short questionnaire before we start, so I know what matters most to you
• A 60 minute parent call
• A written plan so you know exactly how to get started

Support for Teens

Teens don't always want to talk, and that's ok. We use the same Brain Friends ideas, but we talk their language. Stress, friendships, school pressure, feeling misunderstood. Real life stuff, in a way that makes sense to them.

It all starts with rapport. Young people open up when they feel heard, not judged. So we take time to build trust first, because nothing useful happens until they feel safe with the person they're talking to.

Your teen's sessions happen on Zoom, from somewhere they feel comfortable. Your sessions with me are by phone, so you can talk freely without your teen overhearing. For 12 year olds, we'll decide together which approach works best for your child.

GETTING STARTED
Know Your Brain
Price: £495 | 4 weeks

A first step for teens who feel stuck, stressed or overwhelmed, and parents who want to understand what's really going on.

The teenage brain changes a lot. Feelings get bigger, overwhelm comes faster, and fitting in matters more than ever. Your teen starts to understand why they react the way they do, and that there's nothing wrong with them.

Includes:

• A short questionnaire before we start, so I know what matters most to you
• A parent onboarding phone call, so we can talk it through together
• 3 x 40 minute Zoom sessions with your teen
• Brain Friends family digital resources to help you embed the shared language in your home
• A written summary after each session, so nothing gets lost
• A plan to carry on the good work once our sessions finish

STEADY SUPPORT
Tend and Tame
Price: £1,550 | 3 months

For families who want steady support through a tricky stage.

Your teen learns to notice what stress feels like in their body, what helps them calm down, and how to think clearly when things feel too much. We work with what's actually going on in their life, not a textbook plan.

Includes:

• A getting to know you Zoom call
• 9 x 40 minute Zoom sessions with your teen
• 6 x 15 minute phone catch ups with you
• Simple tools they can actually use, like ANTs and PETs and quick ways to reset
• Brain Friends family digital resources to help you embed the shared language in your home
• The Brain Friends Parent Workbook for teens
• A written summary after each session
• A plan to carry on the good work once our sessions finish

DEEPER CHANGE
Brilliant Brain Programme
Price: £2,550 | 4 months

For families who want to build something that lasts.

Your teen builds their own toolkit for stress, setbacks and big feelings. They start to believe they can grow and change. You get your own coaching too, because the teenage years are hard on parents as well. Your calm still matters, even when it feels like they're pushing you away.

Includes:

• A getting to know you Zoom call
• 12 x 40 minute Zoom sessions with your teen
• 3 parent coaching calls to help you embed the change
• Message support between sessions
• Brain Friends family digital resources to help you embed the shared language in your home
• The Brain Friends Parent Workbook for teens
• A written summary after each session
• A plan to carry on the good work once our sessions finish

About me

I'm Emily Harbrecht, founder of The Brain Friends and Mind Tools For Kids. I'm an award winning coach and trainer, and I've trained over 100 coaches around the world. I created The Brain Friends because I believe everyone should be able to understand their brain, without the jargon.

Let's talk

If this sounds like what your family needs, book a free, no pressure chat. We'll talk about what's going on and whether this is the right fit. Email Emily at emily@mindtoolsforkids.com or download the the session menu below.