A 3-module mini course for parents of children aged 5–17

Reset your child's wellbeing in three practical steps

When your child is stuck in a cycle of stress, anger, or low mood, small changes to the right things make the biggest difference. This mini course shows you exactly what to focus on, and what to do.

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Reset Your Child's Wellbeing mini course

This mini course is for you if…

Your child has been going through a difficult patch: stress, anger, anxiety, low mood, or a mix of all of these
You can see that something needs to change, but you're not sure where to start
Standard parenting advice hasn't helped, because it doesn't take into account what's actually driving the behaviour
You want something practical and grounded in real psychology, not vague reassurances
You want to take action now, not wait months for a professional appointment

When a child's wellbeing slips, it rarely fixes itself

You've probably noticed the pattern. Your child seems on edge more than usual. Small things tip them over. They're not sleeping well. They're short-tempered, or withdrawn, or both at different times.

What's happening underneath is that their nervous system has been under too much pressure for too long. In our modern world, children face enormous amounts of stress: the demands of school, social pressures, the impact of screens, and all the ordinary challenges that come with growing up. When the nervous system doesn't get a chance to rest and recover, it stays on high alert.

A child in that state is in survival mode. They're not being difficult on purpose. Their body is flooded with cortisol, the stress hormone, and it's affecting their sleep, their learning, their moods, and their relationships.

The good news is that the nervous system responds quickly to the right changes. You don't need to overhaul everything. You need to focus on the right three things, in the right order.

That's exactly what this mini course does.

I'm Dr Lucy Russell, and helping children recover their wellbeing is what I do every day

I qualified as a clinical psychologist from Oxford University in 2005. After working in the NHS, I founded Everlief Child Psychology in 2012 with my husband Mike. Our team now includes more than 30 clinicians, and we have supported over 5,000 families.

In my clinical work, I see again and again that when a child's wellbeing deteriorates, the most effective interventions focus on the foundations: the home environment, lifestyle habits, and school experience. These three areas have the greatest impact on the nervous system, and they're the three areas this mini course addresses.

I created this course because I wanted to put that clinical knowledge directly into parents' hands. You shouldn't have to wait for a referral to start making a real difference to your child's wellbeing.

Why these three areas? The science behind the approach

This isn't about quick fixes or surface-level positivity. It's grounded in what we know about how the nervous system works.

When a child's nervous system is chronically on high alert, it affects everything: their sleep, their ability to learn, their emotional regulation, and their relationships. Resetting wellbeing means giving the nervous system what it needs to rest and recover.

Module 1 focuses on home as a safe haven, because a child cannot recover if their most important environment is overstimulating or stressful. Module 2 focuses on sleep and time outdoors, because these are the two lifestyle factors with the most direct impact on nervous system regulation. Module 3 focuses on school, because that's where children spend most of their waking hours, and feeling unsafe there drives some of the most persistent wellbeing difficulties.

Each module gives you a short video explaining the reasoning, and a PDF activity book to help you take action. You can work through the whole course in under an hour, or take it one module at a time over three days.

What's inside Reset Your Child's Wellbeing

Three focused modules, each with a ten-minute video and a PDF activity book. Straightforward, practical, and designed to fit into real family life.

Module 1

Home as a Safe Haven

A child whose nervous system is under stress needs home to be a genuine place of rest and recovery. I'll show you how to create the right sensory environment for your child: calm, soothing, and tailored to what they specifically respond to. This includes practical steps around space, sound, touch, light, and calming routines.

Module 2

Sleep and Time Outdoors

Of all the lifestyle factors that affect children's wellbeing, sleep and outdoor time have the most direct impact on nervous system regulation. I'll explain exactly why, and give you three specific, actionable suggestions for improving your child's sleep, plus the evidence behind why daily outdoor time is so important and how to make it happen.

Module 3

Making School Feel Safe

School is often one of the biggest drivers of stress in children's lives, and parents frequently feel powerless about it. This module helps you understand what emotional safety at school actually means, how to find out what would help your child specifically, and how to work constructively with school to put practical support in place.

Everything included in your course

3 ten-minute video lessons, one per module
3 PDF activity books, one per module, to help you reflect and take action
Lifetime access: return to any module as many times as you need
Works for children aged 5–17, and for any family situation

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By the end of this mini course, you will…

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Know how to make home a genuine safe haven

With specific, practical steps tailored to your child's sensory needs and what helps them calm down and recover.

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Have an action plan for sleep and outdoor time

Clear, evidence-based suggestions you can start this week, without needing to overhaul your whole family routine.

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Feel confident approaching school

You will know what to ask for, how to frame it, and how to work with school to create the support your child needs.

Join Reset Your Child's Wellbeing

Simple, actionable steps designed by a UK clinical psychologist to make a real difference to your child's wellbeing.

Reset Your Child's Wellbeing

£15

One-time payment. Lifetime access.

3 ten-minute video lessons
3 PDF activity books
Module 1: Home as a Safe Haven
Module 2: Sleep and Time Outdoors
Module 3: Making School Feel Safe
Lifetime access, return as many times as you like

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£15.00 GBP

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You might be wondering…

What age is this suitable for?

The course is designed for children aged 5–17. The principles apply across the whole age range, and the PDF activity books are designed to be adapted to your child's age and stage. For younger children, you will work through the activities on their behalf, making changes at home and with school. Older children and teenagers can be involved more directly in the process.

How long does it take to complete?

Each video is approximately ten minutes long, so the three videos total around 30 minutes. The PDF activity books are designed to take another 10 to 15 minutes per module. You can work through the whole course in an afternoon, or take one module per day over three days. Many parents find the three-day approach allows time to observe their child between modules and reflect on what resonates most.

My child is quite young. Will this still work?

Yes. For younger children, you are the one making the changes, based on what you learn in each module. You don't need your child to watch the videos or engage with the activity books directly. You take the practical steps at home and at school, and the changes affect your child's environment and therefore their nervous system and wellbeing. Parents of children as young as 5 have found this course very useful.

My child's school isn't very receptive. Will Module 3 still help?

Yes. Module 3 covers not just how to approach school, but also what to ask for specifically, how to frame the conversation in a way that tends to get results, and how to advocate effectively when you're not getting the response you need. I also cover what to do when school is resistant, so you're not left stuck. I firmly believe that accepting the status quo when a child is struggling at school is not an option, and this module gives you the tools to push further.

Will this work if my child has additional needs or a diagnosis?

Yes, absolutely. The approach in this course is particularly well-suited to children with neurodevelopmental profiles such as ADHD or autism, because these children's nervous systems are often especially sensitive to the three areas covered: the sensory environment at home, sleep and routine, and the emotional demands of school. The framework applies across all profiles. If your child has significant mental health difficulties alongside their additional needs, I would also encourage you to seek professional support in parallel.

Is this a one-off or something we can return to?

This is something worth returning to. Children's wellbeing changes over time, and the three areas this course covers will need revisiting as your child grows and as their school and home situation changes. You have lifetime access to all three modules and all the PDF activity books, so you can come back to any part of it whenever it would be useful. Many parents return to Module 3 in particular when a new school year brings new challenges.

Is there a refund policy?

Because this is a digital product with immediate access to all content, I'm not able to offer refunds once the course has been accessed. If you have any questions before you purchase, or if you experience any technical problems with your order, please email [email protected] and I'll be happy to help.

Your child's wellbeing doesn't have to stay stuck

Small, focused changes to the right three areas can make a real difference. This mini course gives you the knowledge and the practical tools to start making those changes today.

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