Thrive - Social & Emotional Coaching for Kids & Teens

Thrive - Social & Emotional Coaching for Kids & Teens Social & emotional coaching that supports children and teens in building confidence, emotional awareness, and resilience.

Led by experienced educator, Hayley Dodd, Thrive provides a calm, strengths-based space for individuals to unlock their potential.

List of services available at Thrive - Social & Emotional Coaching for Kids & Teens
03/05/2026

List of services available at Thrive - Social & Emotional Coaching for Kids & Teens

Passion Project 🌟Every kid has something they’re curious about, excited by, or dying to explore — and sometimes all they...
03/05/2026

Passion Project 🌟

Every kid has something they’re curious about, excited by, or dying to explore — and sometimes all they need is the right person in their corner to help them make it happen.

Passion Project is an ongoing, one-on-one service where children and teens choose a project that truly excites them — big or small, short or long — and I support them every step of the way.

From researching and refining ideas to academic content and beautiful presentation, we work together at their pace and on their terms. And along the way? There’s plenty of space for real conversation — about school, about life, about the things that matter most to them. 💛

No set timeline. No prescribed outcomes. Just a child, their curiosity, and someone genuinely invested in helping them thrive.

đź“Ť In-person | Alpine Shire đź“© DM to book your spot

Dream. Plan. Thrive. 🌿What if your teen could get clear on what they really want — and actually have a plan to get there...
03/05/2026

Dream. Plan. Thrive. 🌿

What if your teen could get clear on what they really want — and actually have a plan to get there?

Dream. Plan. Thrive. is a three-part one-on-one coaching series designed to help teens explore their goals, map a path forward, and share their journey with someone who matters.

✨ Session 1 — Dream Through a guided vision boarding experience, your teen will explore what truly matters to them — their values, their hopes, and the future they want to build.

🗺️ Session 2 — Plan Dreams become direction. Together we get specific — identifying goals, exploring strengths, and building a realistic and encouraging path forward.

💛 Session 3 — Share Your teen shares their vision and plan with a trusted adult of their choosing — a moment to be truly seen, celebrated, and supported.

đź“Ť In-person | Alpine Shire
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Crafting Conversations 🎨Some of the best chats happen when your hands are busy and the pressure is off.In these one-on-o...
03/05/2026

Crafting Conversations 🎨

Some of the best chats happen when your hands are busy and the pressure is off.

In these one-on-one sessions, children and teens explore a range of craft activities — from weaving to collage and beyond — while I gently guide the conversation toward the things that really matter. Each week brings something new to make, and a safe, supported space to open up and talk.

No awkward silences. No forced eye contact. Just creativity, connection, and conversation that goes a little deeper. đź’›

đź“Ť In-person | Alpine Shire
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What if the secret to better conversations… was hiding in a box of Lego?In this hands-on workshop, children and teens us...
03/05/2026

What if the secret to better conversations… was hiding in a box of Lego?

In this hands-on workshop, children and teens use Lego to build and practise real conversational skills in a relaxed, low-pressure way. Side by side, hands busy, words flowing naturally — no scripts, no pressure, just play that quietly does so much good.

If your child finds conversation tricky, or just needs a little more practise in a safe and supportive space, this workshop was made for them. đź’›

đź“Ť In-person | Alpine Shire
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Teenage behaviour can sometimes look confusing from the outside.Withdrawal. Silence. Irritation. One-word answers.But un...
15/03/2026

Teenage behaviour can sometimes look confusing from the outside.

Withdrawal. Silence. Irritation. One-word answers.

But underneath those reactions are young people still learning how to understand themselves, manage emotions and find their place in the world.

The teenage years are a time of enormous growth, both emotionally and neurologically.

Respect, patience and steady presence make a powerful difference.

Sometimes the most supportive thing we can offer is understanding before advice.

Save this for the moments when parenting a teen feels complex. 🌿

Some of the most honest conversations with teens happen during car rides.It is not accidental.Side by side, without dire...
08/03/2026

Some of the most honest conversations with teens happen during car rides.

It is not accidental.

Side by side, without direct eye contact or the pressure of a serious conversation, many teens feel safer sharing what is on their mind.

Driving creates a quiet space where thoughts can unfold naturally.

It is not about forcing conversation.
It is about creating the conditions where it feels easier to talk.

Some of the most meaningful moments happen in these small, everyday spaces.

You might be surprised what comes up during your next car ride together. 🌿

Teen after school behaviour can feel confusing.Silence. Irritability. One-word answers.Often, it is not defiance. It is ...
07/03/2026

Teen after school behaviour can feel confusing.

Silence. Irritability. One-word answers.

Often, it is not defiance. It is depletion.

Teens are navigating academic pressure, social dynamics and internal expectations all at once. By the time they walk through the door, their capacity may be low.

Small shifts make a difference.

Lower the volume.
Feed first.
Connect without interrogation.

Respect builds safety.
Safety builds openness.

Save this for later. Try it this week. Notice what changes. 🌿

The after school window can be one of the most emotionally charged parts of the day.Children have worked hard to manage ...
03/03/2026

The after school window can be one of the most emotionally charged parts of the day.

Children have worked hard to manage expectations, social dynamics, noise and learning demands. By the time they get home, their capacity is often low.

What looks like attitude is often exhaustion.

A simple 10-minute reset can shift the tone of the entire afternoon.

No questions.
Snack first.
Connection without pressure.

You do not need a complex strategy. Small, consistent rituals create safety.

Save this for later. Try it this week. Notice what changes. 🌿

When emotions run high, our instinct is often to fix, minimise or solve.But children do not calm down because we tell th...
01/03/2026

When emotions run high, our instinct is often to fix, minimise or solve.

But children do not calm down because we tell them to.
They calm down when they feel understood.

The words we use matter.

Simple shifts in language can help a child feel safe, heard and less alone in their experience. And from that place, regulation becomes possible.

This is not about getting it perfect. It is about staying steady.

If you have ever found yourself unsure what to say in the moment, you are not alone.

Save this for later, or share it with someone who might need it. 🌿

If you have been reading along and quietly thinking,
“This sounds like my child,”
trust that instinct.You do not need to...
26/02/2026

If you have been reading along and quietly thinking,
“This sounds like my child,”
trust that instinct.

You do not need to wait for things to escalate before seeking support.

Thrive offers calm, relational, educator-led emotional support for children and teens, with in-person sessions in the Alpine region and online support available beyond.

If you would like to learn more or explore whether this feels like the right fit, I would love to connect.

You can send a message or reach out via the comments and I’ll be in touch 🩵

Thrive is for the child who feels deeply and doesn’t always know why.For the teen who overthinks every interaction and c...
26/02/2026

Thrive is for the child who feels deeply and doesn’t always know why.

For the teen who overthinks every interaction and carries more than they show.

For the young person who appears capable on the outside but feels unsure on the inside.

And it is for the parent who senses something is not quite right, but is not sure where to begin.

Early, relational support can make a quiet but powerful difference.

You do not have to wait until things unravel to seek support.

Feel free to reach out if the timing feels right 🩵

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Tawonga South, VIC

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Monday 6pm - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 6pm - 9pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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