Supporting Young Minds is a compassionate and practical toolkit for parents, carers, educators, and professionals working with children aged 5–16.
 
This 40+ page downloadable guide covers core topics in child mental health, including anxiety, executive functioning, trauma, identity, emotional regulation, eating challenges, and grief - all explained in a relatable, non-clinical tone that’s easy to apply in real life.
 
Whether you’re supporting a child with a diagnosis, navigating emotional overwhelm, or just want to better understand your child’s inner world, this toolkit will help you respond with confidence, calm, and connection.
 
 
Covers key mental health areas including:
 
Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Executive function and organisation struggles
Identity, neurodiversity, and self-esteem
Trauma and shutdown responses
Grief and bereavement support
Eating challenges and early warning signs
 
What You’ll Get:
 
40+ pages of printable, expert-backed content
Guidance for supporting neurodivergent, sensitive, or struggling children
Gentle language for talking about mental health with children and teens
Identity-affirming and trauma-informed approaches
A full reference list of evidence-based research and psychology sources
 
Perfect For:
 
Parents and carers (with or without diagnoses)
Therapists, SENCOs, teaching staff, and family support workers
Home educators and trauma-informed practitioners
Anyone seeking clarity, understanding, and calm strategies for mental health support