As a NLP4Kids Practitioner working with children and families in and around the Peterborough & Stamford area, I often get asked this question. Sadly the carefree childhoods of yesteryear, out on your bike from dawn to dusk arriving home just in time for tea have diminished and replaced with worries over social media, cyberbullying, peer pressure and exam stresses. These pressures among other factors are fuelling rising mental health problems in our children. It's no surprise that many of our children in today's society are suffering. Does Your Child Experience Any of The Following? Lack of Confidence - Naturally shy or hindered through life experiences Low Self Esteem - Suffers with self doubt, thinks negatively about situations or lacks assertiveness Exam Stress - Worries about Sats, 11+ exams or other extra-curricular tests Bullying - Being called names, being excluded, teased or ignored Parental Divorce/Family Issues - Feelings of confusion, anger and sadness surrounding sudden changes within the home environment Bereavement - Feelings of confusion, anger, loneliness and sadness Phobias - Has mild fears or suffers extreme feelings of sheer terror Behaviour Issues - Feeling anxious, frustrated, irritated and lacks patience. Behaves aggressively both physically and verbally. Feels disconnected from friends and family. Anxiety - Worried feelings and permanently restless. Finds it difficult to relax and unable to sleep. Lacks focus and concentration. I use strategies adapted from mainstream NLP methodologies. NLP is often likened to CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy). It has a structured way of challenging unhelpful generalisations that children or teenagers might have about their world or their abilities. These strategies challenge unhelpful thought patterns, moving the attitude and mindset of children and young people towards a solution, resulting in positive outcomes. I help children and young people to manage their emotions, overcome behaviour and anxiety issues and improve confidence. Teaching simple and effective skills will not only help children and teenagers to overcome difficulties they are experiencing now, they will also help them throughout their lives. A powerful toolset for them to reach their full learning potential, enrich their lives and empower them to achieve personal goals. **Kids Who Flourish Have Good Emotional and Mental Health**