What is it?

Emotion Coaching is a technique that helps children understand their feelings. When parents Emotion Coach, their children learn how emotions work and how to react to feelings in healthy ways. Emotion Coaching starts by recognising your child’s feelings. Many parents are able to see the positive emotions a child expresses, but drawing close attention to a child who is angry or sad can take some practice. 

While it takes effort to teach your child about feelings and appropriate behaviours, it is time well spent. Your relationship with your child will be stronger and your child will be more prepared for the challenges life can bring.

Here are the 5 steps of emotion coaching: