Youth Coaching for Teens & Young Adults
Supporting Teens on Their Journey to Confidence & Success
Why Youth Coaching Matters
Young people today are under huge pressure – from exams and schoolwork, to social media, friendship dynamics and uncertainty about what the future holds. Anxiety among young people is rising fast. Last year, over 204,000 children and teens in England were referred to the NHS for anxiety support - more than double pre-pandemic levels. A 2025 survey also found that almost one in three UK parents report their child has struggled with anxiety or panic attacks in the past year.
Across the country, parents are seeing rising anxiety in children, often coupled with low self-confidence and self-esteem. Thousands of young people are contending with school bullying, cyber bullying and many are struggling with body image concerns, in what has become a very judgmental world.
Youth coaching is growth‑focused and proactive. It gives young people a safe space to explore and confront challenges, learn practical tools, and feel capable again.
Youth Coaching Matters
How Youth Coaching Helps
Coaching enables children, teens and young adults (collectively referred to as young people) to gain essential life skills: setting achievable goals, boosting self‑esteem, learning resilience, decision‑making, and healthy coping strategies. It’s ideal for parents who want support before challenges escalate, and for teens who need clarity and encouragement to take their next steps.
In practice, this might mean helping a Year 10 student manage exam stress with better revision routines, supporting a 13‑year‑old facing peer pressure at school, or guiding a sixth‑former struggling with motivation and choices about the future. Coaching gives young people the space where everyday issues are treated seriously but positively and non-judgmentally.
About Amanda McCarthy
Expert Coaching, Compassionate Approach
I’m Amanda McCarthy of am life coaching, a certified Personal Life Coach, qualified Mental Health First Aider (MHFA), and accredited Young Life Coach I’m also a proud member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Over the years, I’ve worked with young people navigating school transitions, exam stress, friendship issues, and personal doubts. Parents value my calm, empathetic style; teens and children value that I listen without judgement. My goal is simple: to help your child feel heard, supported, and confident in who they are.
I bring not only professional training but also lived experience of supporting young people in real‑life settings—from schools and youth programmes to one‑to‑one coaching. I continually update my practice with the latest coaching techniques, youth development research, and practical strategies that resonate with today’s young people. Families engage with me because I balance warmth, empathy and support with a clear structure that gets results.
What I Do & Why It Works
How It Works
- Free Discovery Call – A no‑obligation, relaxed chat where you can talk through your child’s situation, ask questions and see if coaching is right for them.
- Tailored Coaching Programmes – every child is different. From one-off sessions to focused 4-week sprints or a longer and deeper journey, we’ll match support to match your child’s specific needs with a personalised programme.
- Practical Tools & Techniques – Effective strategies like confidence exercises, stress management, productive study habits, and healthier routines.
- Real Progress You Can See – each session ends with small, achievable steps that help young people-whether children, teens or young adults- build confidence week by week.
- Youth coaching - is flexible and is designed to fit around family life. Face-to-face sessions are available in Kent and London, while online coaching is available too.
- Online coaching - is perfect for busy families, and if you’ve been Googling for a “teen life coach near me” but drawing a blank, you can access the guidance your child needs wherever you are.
- Each programme - sets clear goals and ends with a review, so you and your child can see the progress made. I also provide a check-in call between sessions, so the impact continues at home.
Core Benefits Of Youth Coaching
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Ready to Help Your Young Person Thrive?
Book your free discovery call today and take the first step towards helping your child, teen, or young adult build confidence, resilience, and a clear sense of direction.
Sessions are available online across the UK and internationally, with in-person options where possible. Whether you’re looking for youth life coaching, support for your teen, or guidance for a young adult finding their path, I am here to help and support.