Emotion Coaching with Children and Young People in Schools: Promoting Positive Behavior, Wellbeing and Resilience

Emotion Coaching is a universal communication strategy that helps children and young people self-regulate and manage their stress responses. It was pioneered by the authors and has been successful in educational settings. The book provides practical tips and resources to promote empathetic responses to challenging behaviors and situations, helping children and young people understand their emotions and learn to manage them in the longer term.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 19 August 2021
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Emotion Coaching (EC) is a versatile and effective communication strategy designed to assist children and young individuals in developing self-regulation and managing stress responses. Initially recognized for its effectiveness in parent-child communication regarding challenging behaviors, Emotion Coaching has proven to be highly successful in educational environments as well. Driven by the authors' dedication to research and application, Emotion Coaching has been introduced into UK primary and secondary schools and community settings.

The book offers clear and concise explanations, accompanied by practical tips and resource signposting. It includes case studies and vignettes to demonstrate the practical application of Emotion Coaching in educational settings, empowering adults to promote empathetic responses to challenging behaviors and situations. This, in turn, helps children and young individuals gain a deeper understanding of their emotions, develop effective emotion management skills, and foster long-term behavioral change.

By incorporating Emotion Coaching into educational practices, educators can create a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes emotional well-being and enhances students' overall academic and social development.

Weight: 288g
Dimension: 152 x 230 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787757981