I’m Zelna, founder of Kids Life Studio® and Kids Life Coach Academy, and the creator of one of the very first structured Kids Life Coach Certifications.
Since 2003, I’ve been doing this heart-led work, long before “life coaching for kids” was a buzzword. What began as my personal mission has become a global movement, with trained coaches using my tried-and-tested model, frameworks and systems to help children thrive in their local communities and online.
So, you’ve got questions? You’re not alone. After speaking with thousands of passionate changemakers around the world, I’ve noticed the same ones pop up again and again. Let’s dive in.
💬 “Why did you start doing this work?”
Honestly? Because nobody else was and I saw the need.
When I left the classroom in 2003, there was no clear path for people who wanted to support children beyond the limits of education or therapy. So, I built one. Through years of trial, reflection, and research, and obtaining my Masters in Clinical Child Psychology, I created a structured, ethical, evidence-based framework for coaching children. To me it is about what really works in the real world not about fancy theory or fluff.
Today, I mentor people from every background—teachers, psychologists, parents, social workers, doctors—who all share one thing: a calling to make a difference for kids.
💭 “What makes your approach different?”
In short: depth, ethics, and evidence.
We don’t do quick wins, copycat curriculums, or borrowed adult models. We also don't believe an accreditation is a sign of a competent coach. It is more than that because anybody can complete a tick box exercise and put on the window dressing to appear accomplished but what really counts is the results you get with the children you coach.
Our Kids Life Coaching approach is:
🛡️ Ethical – With a strong focus on child protection and relational safety.
🧠 Evidence-Based – Grounded in neuroscience, developmental psychology, and play-based learning.
🌍 Globally Tested – Used and refined in over 45 countries for more than 20 years.
This is not adapted from adult coaching or play therapy or any other models. It’s created for children and rooted in how they think, grow, learn and make sense of their world.
🧭 “What can I expect if I train with you?”
No fluff. No filler. No endless theory without application. I am a straight talker and my students get results not because I know everything, but because I have been there and I know what to do, how to do it and in what order to do it in. I am also actively involved in lifelong learning and coach children myself so this makes me a perfect partner in your learning journey.
You’ll get:
✅ Clear, structured, and practical training to not only coach children but earn an income doing it.
✅ Honest mentorship and feedback (I’ll tell you what works and what doesn’t)
✅ A global community of like-minded changemakers
✅ A system that helps you start making impact quickly ethically and sustainably
It is important for me to stress that you’re not just earning a title of Kids Life Coach Certification but you’re stepping into a mission as fellow children's change maker.
💡 “Why do you call this a movement, not a business?”
Because it’s bigger than any one person or a certificate or an accreditation badge.
I lead a global network of passionate coaches who collaborate, share best practices, and stay ahead of the curve in supporting children’s mental health. Together, we’re shaping a new standard for how children are coached and cared for.
This isn’t a franchise or a licence or an affiliation. It’s a movement for meaningful change grounded in strong ethics that keeps us on track.
🚀❓ How do I get started?
That’s easy!
👉 Step 1: Fill out your Statement of Purpose.
👉 Step 2: Download your free playbook on coaching children.
👉 Step 3: (Optional) Book a personal conversation with me or my team to explore your goals and how to fast-track your success before you enrol.
❤️ Final Word
I may have a few academic titles of my own, but I don't measure success by titles or trends. I measure it by the children whose lives have changed. For me, it is about one child and one family at a time and also making local impact on your community in a positive way.
If you’re ready to lead with heart, backed by proven practice and a global community of excellence, you’re exactly where you need to be.
Let’s get to work.
Children are counting on you and I’ll be here to make sure you’re ready.
With belief in your journey,
Zelna Zeal
Founder | BEd (Hons), MSc Clinical Child Psych, FHEA
📧 zelna@kidslifestudio.com
