TRK Coach Emily

13/11/2025

12/11/2025

Hello everyone! I’m Emily, a Founder Coach with The Resilient Kid

I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share a little about what I do and why I’m so passionate about it.

I’m part of an amazing team of four here at The Resilient Kid. Together, we support children’s mental health across most of Cheshire and parts of Manchester. Life can be tricky for our young people right now, and sadly, there just aren’t enough services out there to give them the help they deserve. That’s why we’re here, to offer kind, caring, and practical support for children and families when they need it most.

A little about me. I grew up in Northamptonshire and moved to Chester after university to live with my (now) husband, who’s a true Chester local! We lived in Christleton, spent five years in America, and eventually returned to Cheshire… It’s always felt like home.

I have two fabulous, strong-minded adult daughters, two cats, and a husband whom I love very much. We’re a real family, we argue, fall out, laugh a lot, and love each other fiercely. Definitely not the picture-perfect Instagram kind, but full of love and (slightly inappropriate) humour.

I have worked as a teaching assistant for over 15 years. Teachers and support staff care about the children they teach. They want to help, and they do so much, often with limited resources and time. During those years, I have also seen the impact that mental health challenges can have on children and their families, and how difficult it can be to find the right support.

That’s what drives me every day. I want every family I work with to feel heard, understood, and involved every step of the way.

If you’d like to know more about what we do at The Resilient Kid or how we can support your child, please reach out — I’d love to chat.

https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/emily
emily@theresilientkid.co.uk

12/11/2025

Feeling like you're failing doesn't mean you are.

It means you care.
It means you're trying.
It means you're aware.

You don't need to worry about this alone. I support parents just like you. Please send me an email/text, and we can talk.

09/11/2025

Hi Parents, Carers, Teachers, Teaching Assistants - I need you help please!

As a mental health & wellbeing coach supporting families, I want to make sure the content, tips, and resources I share are truly helpful for you and your children.

Right now, I’m seeing a big rise in anxiety — worries, overthinking, school stress, bedtime battles, social confidence struggles — and I know so many families are feeling it.

But I also know every home is different, and I’d love to tailor my support to what you need most.

What would you like more support with?

You can comment below or message me privately if that’s more comfortable.

Some ideas to get you thinking:
• Anxiety + worry management
• Emotional regulation/meltdowns
• Building resilience + confidence
• School pressure + motivation
• Sleep routines + settling at night
• Screen time boundaries
• Supporting neurodivergent children
• Parent stress + self-regulation

Even one sentence will help me shape content that really makes a difference.

You’re not alone. You’re doing your best. And I’m here to support you

07/11/2025

05/11/2025

I received this feedback this evening, and it’s just too lovely not to share. This is exactly why I love what I do. It truly is a privilege to be welcomed into the lives of these young people and their families.

My heart is very full tonight ❤️

02/11/2025

We often think of burnout as something adults experience at work, but so many teens are struggling with it, too. Between school pressure, extracurricular activities, social expectations, and constantly being online, it’s a lot.

Many teens feel like they have to be “perfect” at everything. And when they can’t slow down, they don’t just get tired, they get overwhelmed, anxious, numb, or detached from things they used to enjoy.

Signs of teen burnout can look like:

😴 Constant exhaustion, both physical and/or emotional

😔 Loss of motivation, even for things they used to love

😭 Increased irritability or sadness

🤔 Trouble concentrating

🤯 Having meltdowns/shutdown

If you recognise any of these signs in your young person, please reach out. I’d be happy to discuss how I can support. We’ve developed a dedicated programme designed to help.

31/10/2025

One of the most common things I hear from parents when we start our initial call is:

“I don’t know where to start.”

I want you to know - you don’t need to have the words. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to be ‘ready.’

If you’re struggling with your child’s mental health, starting the conversation is enough. We’ll go gently, one step at a time, together.

You are not alone.
You are doing your best.

If you ever need to talk, I am here.
No judgement. No pressure. Just a safe space.

29/10/2025

Productive day meeting a lovely new client, a session with an amazing young lady and then catching up with emails at one of my favourite places to work.

23/10/2025

Well two nominations overnight - Thank you to Business Awards UK for recognising the work we do!
Keep your fingers crossed for us

22/10/2025

Does your child often complain of tummy aches?

Sometimes, what seems like a simple stomach ache can actually be a sign of anxiety or worry.

If you’ve noticed your child struggling with tummy pain, especially before school or new situations, it could be their body’s way of saying they’re feeling anxious.

I can help you understand what’s going on and share simple, effective ways to support your child’s emotional well-being.

Email me to find out how I can help: emily@theresilientkid.co.uk or message me 07940 645093