<aside> <img src="/icons/heart-outline_orange.svg" alt="/icons/heart-outline_orange.svg" width="40px" /> Talking to your kids about mental well-being is an important and sensitive conversation. It's crucial to create a safe and supportive environment to discuss this topic. Here are some steps and tips to help you introduce coaching or therapy to your child:

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1. Choose the Right Time and Place:
   • Find a quiet, private space where you won't be interrupted.
   • Pick a time when everyone is relaxed and not rushed, like during a meal or a walk.
2. Be Open and Honest:
   • Encourage open and honest communication.
   • Let them know that everyone faces challenges with their mental health at times, just like physical health.
3. Listen Actively:
   • Pay close attention to your child's feelings, thoughts, and questions.
   • Allow them to express themselves without judgment or interruption.
4. Use Age-Appropriate Language:
   • Tailor your language and explanations to your child's age and maturity level.
5. Encourage Questions:
   • Let your child know that it's okay to ask questions, and that you're there to provide answers and support.
6. Address Stigma:
   • Remind them that life is hard, and we can all use support from time-to-time.
   • Encourage them to think about coaching like a mental/emotional check-up, just like a physical with their pediatrician. It is important to make sure we are staying healthy physically and emotionally.
   • Challenge any misconceptions they might have about mental health.
7. Share Your Own Experiences (if applicable):
   • If you or someone in the family has experience with mental health issues, sharing that can help reduce stigma and make your child feel less alone.
8. Reassure Them:
   • Let your child know that you love and support them, and that seeking help for mental health is a sign of strength, not weakness.

<aside> <img src="/icons/thought-dialogue_orange.svg" alt="/icons/thought-dialogue_orange.svg" width="40px" /> Need More Support? Our team is here to help. Email us at [email protected] and we can set up a time to talk to you, your child, or both and help address any questions you may have.

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