Coaching Young Adults: It Matters Now More Than Ever
Teenage years can feel like an emotional rollercoaster for young people and their parents. And when your child starts struggling with behaviour, confidence or making poor decisions, it’s hard not to feel lost or overwhelmed.
Coaching young adults is a powerful process that helps teenagers work through challenges, build resilience and find their voice. Read on to find out how coaching works, the impact it can have and how it can support teenagers who are at risk of exclusion from school or who simply need someone to talk to.
When Your Teenager Feels Stuck Or Out Of Control
Whether it’s school exclusions, risky behaviour, anxiety or low self-esteem – the signs are there. Parents often describe feeling like they’re “walking on eggshells,” watching their teenager spiral, despite all efforts to help.
Some common signs your teenager may be struggling:
Constant conflict at home or school
Shutting down emotionally or lashing out
Sudden drop in school attendance or motivation
Hanging around with the “wrong crowd”
Saying things like “I can’t do this” or “What’s the point?”
It’s not just about bad behaviour – it’s about pain underneath. Many young people don't know how to process or express what's going on inside. This is where coaching becomes more than just support – it becomes a lifeline.
How Coaching Young Adults Helps Break The Cycle
Coaching gives young people a safe, non-judgemental space to talk, reflect and reset. It’s not therapy. It’s forward-focused, practical and empowering. In my one-to-one coaching sessions for young people, I meet teenagers where they’re at and help them move forward from there.
Here’s what coaching for teenagers often includes:
Exploring what’s really going on – not just the behaviour, but the reasons behind it
Setting goals and intentions – giving them control over small, achievable wins
Teaching mindset strategies – so they can respond differently when faced with challenges
Building emotional resilience – learning how to manage big emotions in healthier ways
Creating a safe space – where they feel heard, respected, and supported
For young people at risk of permanent exclusion, coaching can be the difference between giving up and turning things around.
What Transformation Looks Like
After just a few coaching sessions, it’s common to see a shift – not just in behaviour, but in attitude, motivation and self-belief. Here’s what many parents tell me their teenager has gained through coaching:
More openness and willingness to talk
Stronger confidence and self-awareness
Improved attendance, behaviour, or focus at school
Better decision-making and emotional control
A noticeable lift in mood, motivation and mindset
And what does that mean for the family? Less shouting. Fewer shutdowns. More connection.
Young people start believing they’re capable because they’ve experienced small wins and built trust in themselves. That’s the real power of resilience and mindset coaching – it's not just about avoiding a crisis, it's about helping teenagers build their own version of success.
Practical Strategies Parents Can Use Today
While coaching creates long-term impact, there are things you can do now to support your teenager's growth:
✅ Validate emotions before jumping into solutions
“Sounds like you had a rough day” can open more doors than “You need to stop doing that.”
✅ Model resilience out loud
Talk through how you bounce back from setbacks . Teenagerss are watching, even if they pretend not to be.
✅ Offer choice and control
Teenagers crave autonomy. Let them make small decisions to help them feel empowered.
✅ Don’t underestimate a ‘third voice’
Sometimes, your teenager needs to hear things from someone who isn’t Mum or Dad. That’s where coaching can work wonders.
Ready To Support Your Teenager’s Next Chapter?
If your child is at risk of exclusion, struggling with confidence or just needs someone outside the family to talk to – now is the time to act. My one-to-one coaching for young people aged 11–18 is tailored to meet them where they are – whether that’s crisis mode or just feeling stuck.
You don’t have to wait for things to get worse before getting support. Coaching can help your teenager build the tools to cope, grow and thrive – no matter what they’re facing.
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Let’s give your young person the support they deserve and the future they’re capable of creating.