FAQs

Just as IQ is Intelligence Quotient, EQ is Emotional Quotient.

EQ goes by many names, so you may have heard it referred to as Emotional Intelligence (EI), or in schools as Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).

EQ is an important type of intelligence, and is most often defined as: the ability to perceive, understand, use, and manage your emotions in a healthy way to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict.

Emotional intelligence is organized into four domains:

1. Self-management
2. Self-awareness
3. Social awareness
4. Relationship management

EQ skills help us in so many ways – to build meaningful relationships, make better choices, face challenges, and meet our goals.

A child psychologist or counselor observes a child’s developmental stages, determines if they are developing appropriately or not, and diagnoses any disorders. Counseling for children normally consists of talk, art or play-based therapy and may include prescribing medication.

Susanna is an emotional intelligence coach, rooted in her belief in each individual’s ability to adapt and grow if given the right tools at the right time. She focuses on the child’s unique emotional and social profile, and tailor-makes programs to meet their EQ needs. Susanna not only coaches children and parents the neuroscience and psychology behind emotions, she empowers them with practical tools and strategies they can immediately apply in their homes. Susanna does not diagnose mental disorders or administer medication, as she believes that there are natural tools to overcome emotional or social issues.

Counseling happens behind closed doors and parents might not be involved, whereas Susanna is transparent throughout the process, providing regular feedback for parents, with practical tools to implement with their families. Counseling might give results in the short term, while applied emotional intelligence skills last a lifetime.

When it comes to happiness and success in life, EQ matters just as much as IQ, if not more!

Emotional intelligence (EQ) helps you build stronger relationships, succeed at school and work, and achieve your career and personal goals. It can also help you to connect with your feelings, turn intention into action, and make informed decisions about what matters most to you.

Emotional intelligence affects:

• Your performance at school and work
• Your physical health
• Your mental health
• Your relationships
• Your social intelligence

Both! The entire EQ programs consists of 10 two-hour sessions, which can be done either online or in-person.

If the programs sre done online, we will use Zoom to be sure of security. If the programd are done in-person, Coach Susanna will come to your home for your convenience.

Given the current pandemic, Susanna has conducted many of her sessions online and has had great results! Each family she has worked with online has experienced positive changes in their relationships with one another, and their ability to handle challenging moments with a newfound emotional awareness.

EQ for kidz is an international business and can benefit any family, at any time – especially NOW during these emotionally tumultuous and unpredictable times.

• Improved communication skills: Children with strong EQ skills are better able to communicate their thoughts and feelings to others, leading to more positive and effective interactions with peers, family, and teachers.
• Better self-regulation: EQ skills enable children to manage their own emotions and behavior more effectively, which means they have better self-control, fewer emotional outbursts, and improved decision-making skills.
• Increased empathy: Children with strong emotional intelligence skills are better able to understand and empathize with the emotions of others, leading to more positive social interactions and stronger relationships.
• Improved problem-solving skills: EQ skills enable children to think critically and creatively about problems, leading to more effective and innovative problem-solving strategies.
• Better academic performance: Children with strong EQ skills are better able to focus on academic tasks, which helps improve academic performance and higher levels of achievement.
• Increased resilience: EQ skills help children develop resilience and coping skills that allow them to bounce back from difficult situations and overcome obstacles.
• Improved mental health: Children with strong EQ skills are better able to manage stress and anxiety, leading to improved mental health and well-being.
• Strong leadership skills: EQ skills enable children to lead effectively, inspiring and motivating others while effectively managing their own emotions and behavior.
• Increased confidence: Children with strong EQ skills have greater self-awareness and self-confidence, which leads to a greater self-esteem and a more positive self-image.
• Improved overall quality of life: EQ skills help children develop the social and emotional competencies they need to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and success, leading to a happier and more fulfilling life.

Emotional and social development begin as early as infancy, when children begin to self-soothe and interact with caregivers in a process called “serve-and-return”. However, as language starts to further develop around 4 years of age, it is time to start actively training young minds to further cultivate their EQ.

Children are always learning from the way those around them deal with challenges, how they cope with their emotions, and the subtle messages we give them in social interactions. It is important to get professional guidance to ensure that we are communicating the messages we want our children to receive!

Susanna works with children ages 4-12, when they are in their prime stages of emotional and social development, along with their parents.

The good news is that EQ skills can be learned and grown at any age with practice!

EQFP

The EQFP program consists of 7 sessions of 2 hours (not exceeding 3 months). The exact timing of the coaching sessions is up to the family's desired pacing, which can be discussed together in the consultation session. Susanna recommends one session per week. 

EQCP

The short-term program consists of 5 sessions of 2 hours(not exceeding 2 months)

The long-term program consists of 10 sessions of 2 hours(not exceeding 4 months).

Susanna recommends one session per week, whihc results in a total duration 2.5 months (long-term program). However, the pacing of the program is entirely up to the family. For example, some families prefer to take a short break halfway through so that they can really use the tools and resources given and put them into practice at home!

The last 3 customized sessions are where the real magic happens, as Susanna tailor-makes the EQ topics to suit the parent and child’s unique individual needs!

However, your EQ journey with Susanna does not necessarily end with the completion of 10 sessions. At the end of the program, families may choose to continue with customized sessions or with a sibling, or even further parent coaching. At EQ for kidz, we are flexible and work with you to ensure everyone’s needs have been met.

Parents are key to their child’s EQ development. The research clearly shows that when parents work on developing skills like empathy, communication, resilience, and know how to manage their emotions, those skills will be passed on to their children.

Susanna can coach children on the science behind their emotions and give them practical tools to use, but if parents are not re-enforcing them in the home, it simply won’t stick. This is why, from the very start, parents work together as a team with Susanna. In fact, the first session of the EQ programs is for parents only!

To achieve effective and long-lasting results, parents must play an active role, using her as their coach and reading suggested books, following scripts, and using her resources to understand how to become an “emotion coach” for their child.

High EQ Parents = High EQ Children

In special cases, yes! The programs can work well for more than one child, but only if they are similar in their developmental stage and emotional awareness.

Susanna has had great success with siblings before, but will first need to discuss the specific case with the parents beforehand. Contact Susanna now to see if this option might be a good fit for your family!