My Magical Mind, Newark (2026)

Autism assessments, coaching and workshops available online or in person in Newark, Notts. We help parents and young people feel calmer, more confident and connected. My Magical Minds was founded by Emma, who worked in children's mental health for the NHS, to support families navigating anxiety, low mood and self esteem issues. Especially those struggling with neurodiversity. Autism assessments | 1:1 Coaching | Workshops | Online Courses |

10/03/2026

Is GCSE season starting to feel like a marathon for your teenager (and the whole household)? 🏃💨

It doesn't have to be a period of burnout and "exam dread." At My Magical Mind, we bridge the gap between academic pressure and mental wellbeing with expert-led, in-person workshops designed specifically for Year 11s.

We’re bringing these sessions to Lincoln and Grantham to help teens swap stress for strategy. 🧠✨

What we cover:
Brain Optimisation: Moving beyond "cramming" to use evidence-based techniques that actually help memory and focus.

Expertise in Anxiety & Stress Management: Giving teens a toolkit of clinically-informed strategies to stay calm when the pressure is on.

Organisation & Procrastination: Breaking the "freeze" response and building a plan that feels manageable.

Why My Magical Mind?
These aren't generic study sessions. They are led by a mental health professional with NHS experience in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, a Masters (MSc) in Developmental Psychology, and ongoing PhD research into the teen brain. We provide a safe, expert-led space where teens feel understood, not just lectured.

The Details:
📍 Locations: In-person sessions in Lincoln and Grantham.
👥 Small Groups: Strictly limited numbers to ensure every teen gets tailored support.

Drop me a message for more information or email info@mymagicalmind.co.uk

20/08/2025

💬 Therapy isn’t accessible for everyone right now. NHS waiting lists are overwhelming, and private therapy often feels out of reach. So where does that leave parents who are desperate for support?

I hear from so many mums who find themselves awake at 2am, scrolling and Googling, trying to work out how to help their child who’s struggling with anxiety or low mood. The guilt, the self-doubt, the fear of “getting it wrong” , it can feel so heavy.

Here’s something I want to open a conversation about…
👉 Could AI be used as a gentle sounding board for parents in moments like this?

Of course, AI is not a therapist. But I’ve seen parents use it to:
✨ Journal their emotions and get clarity
✨ Practise difficult conversations with their teen
✨ Explore coping tools and fresh perspectives when they feel stuck

The real difference lies in the questions you ask. That’s why I’m currently building a library of AI prompts designed especially for parents - so it becomes supportive rather than overwhelming.

But here’s where I’d love your thoughts 👇
➡️ Would you ever use AI as a sounding board for parenting or your own mental health?
➡️ Or does that idea feel strange to you?

Your comments will really help me shape this conversation, and maybe even the resource I’m creating. 💚

12/08/2025

When my daughter was struggling with anxiety, she started to shut me out.

Conversations were one-word answers. Sometimes, no answers at all.

I felt like I was losing her and I didn’t know how to get her back.

Here’s what I learned:

Getting your child to open up isn’t about the perfect question or the “right” advice.

It’s about building emotional safety - one interaction at a time.

In this post, I’m sharing 5 things that helped my daughter feel safe enough to talk to me again.

They’re simple shifts any parent can try - even if your relationship feels stuck right now.

💚 Because connection isn’t lost forever.

💚 And even small changes can open the door again.

👉 Save this for the days you feel shut out.

💬 Tell me in the comments, which one will you try first?

04/08/2025

Let’s talk about one of the most common, but accidental ways we fuel our child’s anxiety.
It’s called quick reassurance.

It sounds like:
💬 “It’s fine.”
💬 “You don’t need to worry.”
💬 “It’s not that big a deal.”

And it’s said with love. But to your child’s anxious brain? It feels like:
🚫 “This emotion is wrong.”
🚫 “You shouldn’t feel this way.”
🚫 “I can’t handle your worry.”

Let’s shift that.
These 3 phrases will help you anchor your child, not rescue them so they can learn to ride the wave, not fear it. 🌊

💛 You’re not doing it wrong, you’re doing what no one taught you how to do.
Comment ALONE for my free parent’s guide to anxiety for more tips of how you can support your child.
Save this. Breathe. Try again tomorrow.

29/07/2025

Smartphones aren’t the enemy but they are a modern mental health risk.
We can’t raise our kids like it’s the 90s, but we can protect their emotional wellbeing with a few powerful shifts.
💛 Save this carousel to revisit
👀 My free guide is nearly ready - follow to grab it when it drops

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+441636557158

Website

https://stan.store/mymagicalmind

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