Supporting girls with their self esteem, confidence and emotional health so they can flourish and thrive
There has never been a more important time to empower, equip and support our girls to step into their own desires, hopes and dreams.
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BEING A GIRL IS HARD. BEING A TEENAGE GIRL IS HARDER.
They should have so much zest, self confidence and anticipation for their future yet so many of them are struggling with anxiety, low self esteem and ‘comparison-itis’.
Not only have I navigated through these struggles myself, but working alongside teenage girls has highlighted how on some kind of level, there’s a growing pressure to look and be perfect (and do it so ‘effortlessly!’).
The mission for The Good Enough Club is to help girls build solid foundations, so that they enter into adulthood as self aware and empowered young women.
They are desperately trying to fit in...
They are desperately trying to fit in and prove themselves as having it all together. They are being required to cope with emotions that they do not have the tools to deal with. And they are trying to figure out their identity in a world that feels scary to be their true selves in.
There’s so much inner turmoil, self doubt and confusing thoughts and feelings which they have no idea if normal or how to deal with. There’s ALOT to navigate through adolescence, from body image, passing exams, navigating the impact of social media, difficult home lives, fitting in with peers and dealing with criticism and unwanted remarks. Without building resilience alongside these issues, any negative experience during these crucial years can have a long lasting impact on how they view themselves and their ability to step into their full potential.
By providing girls with a safe space to discuss tricky topics and the tools to build inner confidence and self worth, we help them to build solid foundations that will impact the rest of their lives.
HOW CAN THE GOOD ENOUGH CLUB COLLABORATE WITH YOUR SCHOOL??
Teachers are already doing an amazing job as it is and I know that as much as you care deeply about the wellbeing of your students, it’s hard to be a teacher AND counsellor because there’s just not enough time or capacity to be everything to your students without burning yourself out.
I’ve had many
schools say to me...
“Izzy we do our best to support the girls but we also feel stuck sometimes and don’t know where to go from here”.
School counsellors are inundated and there’s ever growing waiting lists for girls to receive the help they need.
By providing workshops, programs, focused group coaching and 1-1 coaching I can take some of the pressure off teachers so that they know their students are getting pastoral support and guidance alongside their learning.
All of the support delivered is tailored
All of the support delivered is tailored to the needs of your setting and carefully curated for your specific groups of girls.
Before working together, we discuss the key areas that you would like focusing on and the things the girls are struggling most with.
Each school has their own preference and idea for how The Good Enough Club would work best in their setting, but here are some past and present ways of embedding self esteem & emotional health coaching...
Here are some past & present examples:
Focused lunchtime group coaching sessions for small groups of girls
Delivering themed sessions within PSHE sessions (such as body image, self love).
The Empowered Girls Academy on a rolling bases for a new group of girls each term (This is our signature program which you can read more about here).
1-1 support sessions for close knit support (particularly beneficial for girls with deeper issues or struggle with being in group environments).
OUR AIMS:
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To provide a safe, non-judgemental and accepting space for teens to express and explore any feelings and reflect upon them
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To build their self esteem and resilience
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To help them understand their own bodies
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To help teens understand and deal with their own thoughts and at their own pace
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To instil confidence in their own ability to resolve their problems
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To improve their emotional wellbeing enhancing their prospects for a happier and healthy future
FAQ's
Why is Self Esteem & Emotional Health Coaching so important in schools/organisations?
Students dealing with difficult life circumstances, difficult emotions and overwhelming thoughts may struggle to concentrate in school/college and find it difficult to focus on learning. Anxiety can block a teen’s ability to concentrate, to take on and withhold new information and engage in school life. They may also struggle with connecting to others socially.
Unfortunately self harming, eating disorders, body image issues and mental health problems are also rapidly rising and so prevalent amongst girls. It’s important that support, guidance and education is in place as a prevention, before issues start to escalate, and not just as a last resort.
How many students can you work with at one time?
In order to create a safe, consistent and warm environment where the girls will feel comfortable in sharing their experiences and feelings and therefore get the most out of the sessions, it is preferred that group coaching runs for smaller groups (preferably 5, but maximum of up to 12). This creates a more intimate & contained environment.
What do your sessions look like?
Each session can look very different depending on the objectives, themes and the group of girls themselves. Typically, sessions are a combination of discussions and thoughtfully planned activities which are designed to enhance their own self reflection and prompt them to share their own thoughts or ask questions. The discussions are always my favourite part of any session because it gives us the opportunity to directly work with their specific problems and help them think of fresh perspectives and insights.
What if some of the girls are hesitant to participate and we aren’t sure if they will engage or not?
This is such a common question and a valid one too. We all know how daunting and nerve wracking it can be trying something new and being within a group setting. Sometimes groups (especially when the girls already know each other well) already feel comfortable and they engage straight away, or it can time to create and build trust together and therefore it’s important to be patient with them and allow time for this. I always strive to be relatable and approachable and create a warm, relaxed environment so that they can feel comfortable and at ease.
A “meet and greet” can also be arranged with me so that the girls can meet me and hear about The Good Enough Club before the session commence.
For girls who are particularly anxious about being in a group, 1-1 sessions may be something to consider.
THEMES
What are some of the themes you can support the girls with?
Body image
Social media
Anxiety
Self criticism
Perfectionism
Self Love
Self Respect
Self care
Confidence
Shame & Embarrassment
Healthy Relationships
Boundaries
Managing Emotions
Navigating friendship struggles
and Other topics (please request if there’s anything specific)