Your teen is doing everything right. So why do they seem so worn out?
Driven teens often hold it together on the outside while stress builds underneath. Coaching gives them practical tools for pressure, focus and setbacks, with you involved from day one.
Marilyn Gansel, PsyD | 35+ years coaching athletes and high performers
What parents usually notice first
- Sleep, mood or motivation slipping, even while grades hold
- Shutting down or snapping when you ask how they're doing
- Freezing or overthinking before tests, games or performances
- Losing interest in things they used to love
- Last-minute cramming followed by a spiral of self-criticism
What your teen works on in 12 weeks
- Starting hard tasks without waiting for motivation
- Handling stress before tests, games and performances
- Bouncing back from mistakes with less self-criticism
- Building small habits around sleep, focus and study
- Talking about what they need with parents and teachers
These are practice goals, not promised results.
How teen coaching works
- 1
Free parent consult
A 30-minute call to talk through what's going on and whether coaching is the right fit. No obligation.
- 2
12 weekly sessions
Your teen meets with Marilyn virtually for 30 minutes a week and practices tools they can use that same week.
- 3
Parent check-ins
You stay informed with a clear plan from the start and regular check-ins along the way.
Start with a free 30-minute parent consult
Tell Marilyn what's going on. You'll leave the call with a clearer picture, whether or not coaching is the next step.
Book a free parent consultOr take the 2-minute Teen Burnout Check first
Coaching is not therapy and is not for emergencies. If your teen is in crisis, call or text 988.