TRK Coach Emily

21/04/2026

Happy National Tea Day!

There's something about a cup of tea that makes it easier to talk, isn't there? Maybe it's the warmth in your hands, or just having something to do with them while you find the right words.

I want to take a moment today to remind you that I don't just work with your children, I work with your whole family. And that means YOU matter in this too.

So many of you have sat down with me and opened up about your worries, your frustrations, the things that keep you up at night. That takes real courage, and I never take it for granted. Every conversation, every moment of honesty you share with me, it helps me support your child so much better.

Consider this your standing invitation. You don't have to have it all figured out before you reach out. Sometimes just talking it through is where we start.

Thank you for trusting me. It truly means everything.

14/04/2026

We’re so excited to shine a spotlight on the incredible sponsor supporting our Teen Tent experience this year 💜 The Resilient Kid

Their partnership helps us create a safe, uplifting and inspiring space where teen girls can explore wellbeing, confidence, creativity, and connection. This support means more workshops, more laughter, more learning, and more moments that stay with them long after the festival ends.

Together, we’re building something powerful a space where young voices are heard, celebrated, and encouraged to grow boldly into who they are becoming.

A heartfelt thank you to our Teen Tent sponsor for believing in this mission and investing in the next generation of strong, confident women 🌟

Stay tuned… we can’t wait to share more of what’s in store inside the Teen Tent!

Book your teen ticket today.

13/04/2026

This evening we’re down in Birmingham, all set and ready to deliver lessons to Year 5 tomorrow

We’ll be exploring the three brain characters and what each one does, before moving on to the four automatic stress responses. The sessions will also look at the difference between your inner critic and inner voice, helping children learn how to reframe negative self-talk

As always, our focus is on giving children practical skills they can use both at home and in school. These lessons work brilliantly as whole-class sessions, but are just as effective in small groups or 1:1 settings

Get in touch for more information

07/04/2026

Every school community is unique, and so are the challenges pupils face each day.

What would you like support with in your school right now?
Is it transition to high school? Building positive friendships? Confidence, behaviour, or emotional wellbeing?

We’ve recently been working closely with primary schools to design and deliver bespoke lessons for Years 1–6, tailored specifically to the real issues being seen in their classrooms. These sessions are practical, engaging, and directly relevant to pupils’ everyday experiences, helping them build the skills they need to thrive both in and out of school.

If you’re noticing particular challenges in your setting, I’d love to hear about them.

Please share with any school friends you have!

06/04/2026

On Saturday we held a really meaningful business day, taking time to reflect on what we’re most proud of over the last quarter.

So much stood out. Supporting families through challenging times, building strong and trusting relationships, being a consistent listening ear, and equipping children and young people with tools they can carry forward in their lives. These moments are at the heart of everything we do, and it was powerful to pause and recognise them together.

To top it off, this month we’re featured in Cheshire Life magazine! We’re incredibly proud of this as it helps shine a light on our work and increases our visibility in the community.

05/04/2026

Definitely worth the wait. Delish 😋

Wishing everyone a Happy Easter ☺️

04/04/2026

Business Day - training, reflecting and planning TRK Coach FionaTRK Coach Sarah-JaneAshley Costello

02/04/2026

💙 Autism Awareness Day 💙

Today we shine a light on the beauty of neurodiversity and the many ways autistic people enrich our world. Autism isn’t a limitation , it’s a different way of thinking, feeling, and experiencing life.

Let’s take a moment to:

💡 Learn from autistic voices

🤝 Show patience, kindness, and understanding

🌈 Celebrate the strengths and individuality of every autistic person

🧩 Advocate for acceptance, not just awareness

And most importantly, let’s remember that this isn’t just about one day. We should recognise, support, and celebrate autistic people every day, in the way we speak, listen, include, and uplift.

Here’s to acceptance, respect, and celebrating every unique mind 💙

(Image from Dr Compton Smith)

31/03/2026

31/03/2026

Easter Holidays and Perfect Parenting

During the Easter holidays, many children experience a surge in emotions, and it can feel intense for everyone at home. Some of you will get to enjoy the holidays, some of you will be juggling working and parenting.

With routines changing, excitement building, and lots of different activities, you might notice:

Bigger reactions to small things
More meltdowns or tears
Difficulty managing frustration
Switching quickly between excitement and overwhelm

This isn’t “bad behaviour," it’s often children trying to make sense of big feelings without their usual structure.

How you can support your child emotionally:

Stay calm and present—even when emotions run high
Name the feeling: “It looks like you’re feeling really overwhelmed”
Offer comfort before correction
Keep boundaries gentle but consistent
Create quiet moments to help them reset

Remember, children borrow our calm when they can’t find their own. Remember, there is no such thing as a perfect parent

30/03/2026

Supporting Children’s Wellbeing, One Small Step at a Time

You don’t need a crisis to seek support for your child.

I’m here for the small moments just as much as the big ones, the wobblier days, the confidence dips, the school worries, the emotional overwhelm, or simply needing someone neutral to talk to.

Sometimes a check‑in is all it takes to help a child feel seen, heard, and grounded again.

If you’ve been wondering whether support might help, it doesn’t have to be something huge to start working with me. A gentle conversation can make a real difference.

If you’d like to chat or learn more about what sessions look like, feel free to reach out anytime.

25/03/2026

Big feelings don’t come with an instruction manual. But they should.
Whether your child is 4 and throwing themselves on the floor, or 14 and slamming doors and shutting you out — underneath all of it is the same thing: a child who doesn’t yet know how to handle what’s happening inside them.

And that’s not their fault. Emotional regulation is a skill. It has to be taught, practised, and modelled — and most of us were never taught it ourselves.

So we do our best. We try staying calm. We try being firm. We Google “why is my child so angry” at 11pm and end up more overwhelmed than when we started.

Here’s what I know after working with families across all ages:
✨ The 4 year old having daily meltdowns can learn to name and move through big feelings
✨ The 8 year old who shuts down can learn to open back up
✨ The teenager who explodes or withdraws can learn to regulate without losing themselves

This work changes families. Not overnight — but in ways that last.
If your child is struggling with big emotions and you’re not sure where to turn, let’s talk. A single conversation could be the turning point you’ve been waiting for.

Send me a message — I’d love to hear what’s going on for your family.