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Helping parents stay grounded when emotions run high
Trauma-informed parenting coaching for families navigating meltdowns, overwhelm and emotionally intense children.
THE POSITIVE PARENT COACH®
Does Parenting Feel Harder Than You Expected?
Do any of these sound familiar?
Your child goes from calm to explosive in seconds
Small moments turn into big emotional reactions
Power struggles and meltdowns feel constant
Nothing seems to work in the moment — consequences, rewards, reasoning
You know what you want to do, but can’t access it when emotions run high
By the end of the day, you feel drained, overstimulated and questioning yourself
If this resonates, it’s not because you’re doing something wrong. It’s often a sign that big emotions, nervous system overwhelm, and unmet needs are driving behaviour, for both children and parents.
How Parenting Coaching Can Help
I support parents who feel stuck in cycles of reactivity, emotional overwhelm and self-doubt, even when they’re loving, thoughtful and trying their best.
Together, we work to:
Understand what’s really driving your child’s behaviour
Help you stay grounded and regulated in intense moments
Reduce meltdowns, shouting and guilt
Build cooperation, emotional safety and confidence at home
Many families I support discover that traditional parenting advice hasn’t worked because it doesn’t address the root of the challenges their child is facing. Whether a child has a diagnosis or not, approaches that support emotional regulation and the nervous system are often what make the biggest difference.
My approach goes beyond surface-level behaviour management and focuses on emotional regulation, nervous system support and practical, in-the-moment strategies — without punishments or quick fixes that don’t last.
Why Traditional Parenting Advice Often Doesn’t Work
Many parents arrive here feeling confused and frustrated. Not because they haven’t tried hard enough, but because most parenting advice focuses on behaviour alone, or doesn’t walk parents through the skills they need to take that pause before reacting.
When emotions escalate, children aren’t choosing to “misbehave”. Their nervous systems are overwhelmed. And when parents are exhausted, overstimulated or triggered themselves, staying calm can feel impossible.
Lasting change happens when we support:
Emotional regulation (for both parent and child)
The nervous system
Connection and felt safety
This is where my approach is different.
Whether a child has a diagnosis or not, parenting support that addresses emotional regulation and the nervous system often creates the biggest shifts — reducing meltdowns, increasing cooperation and helping parents feel calmer and more confident.
My Approach Focuses On
Understanding what behaviour is communicating
Helping parents stay grounded in intense moments
Teaching children emotional regulation skills over time
Creating clear, compassionate boundaries
Supporting the nervous system, not just managing behaviour
The Positive Parent Coach has featured in the following publications
Here’s how I can support you:
One-to-One Bespoke Online Coaching for families who feel stuck, overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward.
In our one-to-one work, I support you (and your co-parent if you wish) to understand what’s really driving the challenges you’re facing — not just the behaviour you’re seeing. Together, we focus on emotional regulation, nervous system support and practical strategies that help you respond calmly and confidently, even in difficult moments.
This is a tailored, trauma-informed approach designed to fit your unique family dynamics, helping you reduce stress, improve cooperation and create a calmer, more connected home.
Lead with Confidence; 8 Week Parenting Group Programme
Interactive, evidence-informed programme designed for parents of strong-willed, deeply emotional, or sensory-sensitive children. Build confidence, reduce stress, and learn practical tools to handle challenging behaviour.
Self Study Positive Parenting Online Course
Flexible, self-paced course with 5 modules plus a bonus module on understanding deeply feeling children. Learn positive parenting strategies, practical tools, and apply them at your own pace — lifetime access included.
The Parenting Solutions Studio
A calm, supportive space for parents who want practical tools, expert guidance, and ongoing support, without the overwhelm.
The Parenting Solutions Studio gives you access to:
On-demand workshops on emotional regulation, behaviour, and connection
Practical scripts and phrases for tricky moments
Expert insights and easy-to-use strategies for everyday parenting
Monthly live group sessions with me to answer your questions in real time
Resources that help you understand the “why” behind behaviour
Whether you’re navigating meltdowns, big emotions, or just want a reliable, judgement-free space for support, The Parenting Solutions Studio is your go-to resource for calm, confident, connected parenting.
Hi, I’m Olivia, The Positive Parent Coach® — a parenting coach, early years specialist, and mum of three with over 17 years’ experience supporting families. I help parents navigate challenging behaviour, big emotions, and power struggles while staying calm and connected.
Olivia has worked alongside:
“When we change how we respond, everything changes.’’
Small shifts in your approach can transform everyday challenges into opportunities for connection and growth. Let’s create a calmer, more confident parenting experience together.
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