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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 24yrs & my son Thomas 27yrs) "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

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

  • 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 Kinesiology session is different and unique when working with children and teens. In the initial appointment there will be a lot of discussion with the parent and child or teen, to see what is going on in the child/teens life and also within the family unit and also the history of the child/teens health and wellbeing.  

Initially it is about you the parent, your child or teen feeling safe and secure within my clinic space, knowing that you and the child/teen feel heard.

In a Kinesiology session for a child or teen, we begin with a conversation to understand any concerns or challenges they may be facing, such as stress, anxiety, or physical discomfort. The session then involves gentle muscle testing, a non-invasive technique that helps identify imbalances in the body. This allows the body to communicate its needs and guide us toward areas that require healing. Through a combination of techniques such as acupressure, energy work, and emotional release, we help restore balance to the body and mind. Each session is tailored to the individual, providing a safe and nurturing space for healing and growth.

In the child/teens Kinesiology session, I may begin their session, by using acupressure points to support their nervous system. The reason for this is to rebalance the nervous system from the sympathetic nervous system being in a state of "fight 'n' flight" and bringing it back into the parasympathetic nervous system of "calm and digest".  The main points that I use are located on their feet, ankles, back of base of head, forehead and whatever my test up for them.  There may be other tools used during their session, to support them, such as Sound therapy, colour therapy, mindfulness meditation and more.

 

Sometimes I will also allow a small amount of time at the end of the child/teen session, for the parent/care giver to have a "mini" Kinesiology balance. I believe that this is important, depending what is going on with the child/teen or within the family unit, as the physical & emotional energy of the parent/caregiver, is just as important as the child/teen.

Life is all about balance and I feel that the energy and flow of the family unit, is also important.

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

Kinesiology Parent & Child 0-5yrs & Kinesiology Child/Teen 6-18yrs

My Parent and Child Kinesiology sessions are designed to nurture both you and your child (ages 0-5) in a safe, supportive environment. These 60-minute sessions focus on your emotional and physical well-being, along with your child’s, with approximately 30 minutes dedicated to each of you. Whether addressing concerns such as sensory sensitivities, sleep difficulties, or emotional challenges, the session aims to strengthen the bond between parent and child, calm the nervous system, and promote balance and connection. This is your time to feel heard, seen, and nurtured, while supporting your child's well-being.

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My Kinesiology sessions for children and teens aged 6 to 18 years offer vital support during these important years of change, both emotionally and physically. This stage of life can bring about challenges, from managing school pressures and friendships to navigating the emotional ups and downs of adolescence. Kinesiology is a powerful tool to help during these formative years, as it allows the body to tell its story, uncovering underlying stresses and imbalances that may be affecting your child. Through gentle techniques, we guide the body to release these blockages, supporting emotional healing, improving well-being, and empowering your child to thrive.

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