Big Emotions, No Drama: Empowering Teens to Self-Regulate

BrainHack tools to help teens calm the chaos and find their balance

Working with teenagers can feel deeply rewarding and at times uniquely challenging. Big emotions, rapid mood shifts, low self-esteem, and overwhelm often sit just beneath the surface, leaving practitioners wondering how best to support teens without escalating the “drama” that so often accompanies this stage of life.

In this presentation, Julie Taylor and Marcia Eden introduce their BrainHack approach, a practical and teen-friendly way of helping young people understand their brains and emotions. Drawing on Hypnosis, CBT, Tapping, and Positive Psychology, they share creative strategies that validate teens experiences while empowering them to feel more in control of their emotional responses.

You will explore how simple, relatable explanations of the teenage brain can reduce overwhelm, build self-esteem, and support emotional regulation. The session also introduces a range of mood-boosting exercises that help teens shift state, access calm, and reconnect with a sense of balance and inner stability in everyday life.

This session is ideal for Hypnotherapists who want fresh inspiration, practical techniques, and greater confidence when working with teenagers, whether you are new to this age group or looking to expand and refine your existing approach.

Julie Taylor and Marcia Eden are experienced hypnotherapists, and trainers based in the UK, with decades of combined experience working with adults, children, and teens. In 2021, they founded Hypno4Children, developing the MINDHACK system, an integrative approach for working with young clients. Passionate about children's and teens' wellbeing, they are dedicated to empowering hypnotherapists to feel confident in working with young clients, helping the next generation build resilience, confidence, and a strong foundation for lifelong mental health.