Lake Forest IL Emotional Regulation Coaching

A Learning and Behavior Therapist's Emotional Regulation Coaching for Lake Forest Families to Bring Calm Back to Daily Life

Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed. provides virtual emotional regulation coaching for Lake Forest families with children ages 4–25 — so families can move from daily meltdowns to a home that feels calm and predictable again.

Free discovery call · Private-pay · FSA/HSA may apply · Payment plans

  • 30+ years — child development and behavior experience
  • M.Ed. credentialed — Learning and Behavior Therapist
  • 100% virtual — sessions from home, anywhere in the U.S.
  • Free discovery call — check fit before committing
  • Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 — school-support steps below

Yes, Elizabeth Sharpe works with Lake Forest, IL families on emotional regulation coaching.

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Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed.

Learning and Behavior Therapist

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Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 serve Lake Forest-area families. Elizabeth Sharpe offers virtual emotional regulation coaching that runs alongside whatever school supports Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 provide, with no commute for Lake Forest-area families.

🌐 100% Virtual — No Commute 📍 Serving Lake Forest + Lake County Ages 4–25 🎓 M.Ed. Credentialed

Lake Forest Families and Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115: Where Emotional Regulation Coaching Fits

What Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 publish about requesting school supports, and how coaching runs alongside them.

Section 504 requests: Lake Forest School District 67

District 67 says any parent, staff member, or student can request an evaluation for a 504 plan, and written requests go to the building principal or school psychologist.

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Special education referrals: Lake Forest School District 67

Any parent, staff member, or student can request a special education evaluation, and written requests go to the student's teacher or building principal.

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When a student struggles: Lake Forest High School District 115

The Student Services Department shared by Lake Forest Districts 67 and 115 says it provides supports through a multi-tiered system of supports, with more intensive help through 504 services and special education.

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Special education referrals: Lake Forest High School District 115

District 115 publishes its special education procedures online, covering Child Find, evaluation and determination of eligibility, individualized education programs, and procedural safeguards.

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Testing season in Illinois

Illinois' spring 2027 Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for grades 3–8 closes April 2 for paper testing and April 16 for online testing.

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Deer Path Middle School

Every District 67 student attends Deer Path Middle School for grades 5 through 8, with grades 5 and 6 and grades 7 and 8 on separate campuses at 95 W. Deerpath in Lake Forest.

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Emotional Regulation Coaching with Elizabeth Sharpe is private-pay and separate from any school plan. Elizabeth works with the family, not the school.

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Who She Works With

Parents of Neurodiverse Children, Ages 4–25

Elizabeth works with parents who struggle with inattention, impulsivity, and emotional regulation — and need practical, compassionate guidance to create structure at home. She helps families who value connection and progress over perfection.

🌐 All Virtual 🎓 M.Ed. Credentialed Ages 4–25 🏠 Parent Coaching Too

Are You Experiencing These Challenges?

Meltdowns That Escalate Fast

Small frustrations turn into full meltdowns in seconds, leaving everyone shaken and unsure what triggered it.

Big Feelings, No Off Switch

Once emotions take over, your child can't just “calm down” — the nervous system needs real tools, not just words.

Parents Walking on Eggshells

Families start avoiding situations that might trigger a meltdown, shrinking daily life to manage the unpredictability.

With over 30 years of experience helping neurodiverse students thrive, Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed. uses brain-based, strength-focused emotional regulation coaching to turn daily meltdowns into manageable moments. She understands how exhausting it feels to walk on eggshells, waiting for the next blowup — and she has the tools to help your family move from that cycle toward real, lasting calm.

The 3-Step Plan to Transform Family Life

1

Book a Free Discovery Call

Share your family’s needs and goals.

2

Personalized Coaching Plan

Practical tools and milestones built for your child.

3

Calm, Focus & Progress

Watch your child build habits that last.

Emotional Regulation Coaching Pricing

Pricing is personalized. On a free discovery call, Elizabeth recommends a plan and session frequency for the family before any commitment.

  • The family’s goals
  • The child’s or teen’s needs
  • Session frequency

Coaching is a private-pay service. Payment plans are available, and FSA/HSA eligibility depends on the plan.

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Build Focus, Calm, and Confidence at Home

Start your family's journey toward structure and peace with personalized emotional regulation coaching.

What Parents Are Saying

“Our child’s behavior and mood improved as I implemented her coaching. Our bond is stronger.”

Antoinette Herron
Parent & Behavioral Therapist

“More progress in one semester than two years alone in the school setting.”

Stephanie Siegmund
Parent

“Elizabeth didn’t just give us strategies — she helped us become a team again.”

Ileana Merlos
Parent
Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed.

Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed.

Elizabeth is a Learning and Behavior Therapist and founder of Sharpe Successful Solutions, LLC. With over 30 years of experience, she helps neurodiverse children and their families build confidence, independence, and lasting skills through personalized coaching.

M.Ed. 30+ Years 8 States + Canada All Virtual
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Emotional Regulation Coaching FAQ

How much does emotional regulation coaching with Elizabeth cost?+
Pricing is personalized for each family's goals and needs. During your free discovery call, Elizabeth will recommend the right plan and session frequency.
Is this the same as therapy?+
No. Coaching teaches practical regulation tools for daily life; therapy addresses underlying emotional and mental health needs. The two complement each other.
How does emotional regulation coaching help with meltdowns?+
Meltdowns are a nervous system in survival mode, not intentional defiance — coaching helps identify triggers and build capacity before they escalate.
When will we see progress with emotional regulation coaching?+
Many families notice improvements within 4–6 weeks of consistent practice and strategy use.
Do parents take part in emotional regulation coaching with Elizabeth?+
Yes — parents are the most powerful influence in the room, and consistency at home is what makes new regulation tools stick.

Lake Forest Emotional Regulation Coaching FAQ

Can emotional regulation coaching work alongside a 504 plan or IEP in Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115?+
Yes. Emotional Regulation Coaching is private-pay coaching that runs separately from any school plan, so a family can use both. Elizabeth works with the family, not the school, so families bring what they learn in coaching to school conversations themselves.
How does Illinois testing season affect emotional regulation coaching?+
Illinois' spring 2027 Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for grades 3–8 closes April 2 for paper testing and April 16 for online testing. Sessions are 100% virtual, so families can plan them around the school year.

Get Emotional Regulation Coaching in Lake Forest

All sessions are online. Private-pay — payment plans available.

Emotional Regulation Coaching is a private-pay service and is not covered by insurance. Payment plans are available.

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