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Kinesiology for Children & Teens

My vision & intention working with children, teens and their parents.........

At Kathleen Kinesiology, my clinic space, is a place for parents and their children or teen, to come to and feel safe, to meet them where they are at, to be listened

to without judgement.

 

It's a space for them to truly feel seen & heard, to be nurtured and to allow the process of healing & growth to take place both emotionally & physically.  

the child and teenager

Children and teenagers can sometimes find it hard to express the way that they are feeling. They have these big emotions building up inside of them, not knowing how to release them or express them. Their behaviour can be seen as hard to handle, aggressive, spirited child, over-active child and more. The child or teen all develop emotionally at different stages of their life and understanding how this happens and when it happens and how to work with all these different age groups, is what I find truly rewarding. Seeing the child or teens face change, the connection of why and how they have been feeling a certain way, or why they have all this anger or sadness within themselves, in a session is such a joy to see. To see them make a connection of how & why they have been feeling a certain way and how they can shift this feeling with support of a Kinesiology session and tools used in their session and that they can take home to do, it creates a feeling of empowerment within themselves. It builds resilient, confident, courageous children and teenagers. 

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I have undertaken a Kinesiology course  " Kinesiology for Kids" specifically designed to work with children and teens and I am so grateful that I did. Children and teens, their brains and nervous system function differently than adults. So that is why working with them in a Kinesiology session with me will be different, tailored for their individual self. I also work with the parent/care giver as well, alongside with the child/teen. It's very much a holistic approach to the child or teen at Kathleen Kinesiology.

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I feel very grateful to be able to work with children and teenagers. There is something very special about them.

I wish that I would've had the knowledge & tools, that I have & know now, when my children were little and in their teen years. It would have been such a blessing, to have that extra tools of support through some challenging teenage years.

But as my children say (my daughter Chloe 26yrs & my son Thomas 29yrs) "these children & teens are so fortunate to have their parents investing in them and that they are working with you Mum. They will have such amazing life tools to use and will be able to face the world and be emotionally resilient and strong human beings, moving forward with anything that life throws at them". my kids Thomas & Chloe x

how & what can Kinesiology  support  your child or teen with.......

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  • Abuse and trauma.

  • Adjusting to being a big sister/brother.

  • Aggression/anger problems.

  • Anxiety.

  • Bed wetting.

  • Behavioural issues.

  • Bullying.

  • Communication issues.

  • Concentrating/focus struggles

  • Emotional pain

  • Exam pressure

  • Exhaustion

  • Food intolerances and eating issues

  • Friendship challenges

  • Grief/loss

  • Growing pains

  • Headaches

  • Homework stress

  • Hyperactivity/manic behaviours

  • Learning disabilities

  • Motivation

  • Nail biting

  • Not ‘connecting’ to the outside world

  • Parents’ divorce/separation

  • Physical pain in the body

  • Puberty

  • Reactive behaviours

  • School stress

  • Self-esteem

  • Self-sabotage

  • Sensory processing issues (noise/lights/textures)

  • Separation anxiety

  • Sleep issues

  • Struggling with friendships/making friends

  • Toileting accidents

  • Vague/distant/withdrawn behaviours

  • Weight problems/eating disorders

  • Isolation/feeling left out/excluded from friendships

  • ADHD/Sensory processing

Each session begins by creating a calm, safe, and supportive space for your child or teen. Parents or carers are welcomed and remain present during sessions for both children and teens, helping to create a sense of safety, transparency, and trust.

For younger children, sessions are gentle and age-appropriate, often incorporating simple conversation, play-based connection, and grounding techniques. For teens, sessions are more collaborative and respectful of their growing independence, while still having a parent or carer present for support.

Using gentle kinesiology techniques such as muscle monitoring, meridian balancing, cranial work, acupressure, and mindfulness or meditation, I support the nervous system to identify and release stress held within the body. Each session is tailored to the age, emotional needs, and capacity of your child or teen and is always guided at a pace that feels safe, nurturing, and never overwhelming.

I hold a current Working With Children Check, and my background as a Registered Nurse further supports a professional, caring, and ethical approach. My intention is to provide a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where children and teens feel heard, supported, and balanced.

what happens in a Kinesiology session.......

Kinesiology sessions for Children aged 5yrs ~18yrs

Every child and teenager has unique emotional, physical, and developmental needs. In my clinic, I offer two distinct kinesiology sessions so each age group is supported in a way that feels safe, respectful, and developmentally appropriate.

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Kinesiology for Children (5–12 years | 45 minutes)
This session is designed especially for younger children, whose nervous systems benefit from shorter, gentle, and engaging sessions. Using kinesiology, cranial work, meridian acupressure, and age-appropriate mindfulness techniques, we support emotional regulation, confidence, sleep, learning, and physical wellbeing.
The 45-minute length allows enough time to create trust and connection without overwhelming the child, helping them feel relaxed, supported, and at ease.

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Kinesiology for Teens (12–18 years | 60 minutes)
Teenagers are navigating a powerful stage of emotional, hormonal, and neurological development. These sessions are longer to allow space for deeper emotional processing, stress support, and nervous system regulation.
With a more mature and collaborative approach, sessions may support anxiety, overwhelm, self-esteem, sleep, emotional resilience, and the challenges that come with growing independence. The 60-minute session gives teens the time they need to feel heard, respected, and supported in their own individual journey.

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Why Two Different Session Lengths?
Children and teens process emotions, stress, and life experiences very differently. By offering two tailored session lengths, I can honour where each child is developmentally and emotionally, ensuring they receive the right level of support — without rushing or overloading their system.
This thoughtful approach allows each session to feel safe, effective, and nurturing, supporting your child or teen exactly where they are.

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If you feel your child or teen would benefit from gentle, holistic support, I warmly invite you to book an appointment or reach out with any questions. Together, we can support their emotional wellbeing, resilience, and overall balance during these important years of growth.​​

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