Young Family Coaching

About Us

With over 35 years of combined experience in education, Peter and Leah Young bring unparalleled expertise to parent coaching and school advocacy. Our mission is to empower parents with the tools, confidence, and support they need to navigate their child's educational journey successfully.

As parents ourselves—with a daughter entering 10th grade and a son entering 7th grade in fall 2025—we understand firsthand the challenges families face in today's educational landscape. We specialize in helping parents build positive relationships with schools, understand and address challenging behaviors (both at home and at school), and advocate effectively for your children's needs. Whether you're facing communication challenges with teachers, dealing with behavioral concerns, or need support in school meetings, we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Our Credentials

Combined 35+ years in education
Both former teachers of 20+ years, covering everything from early childhood all the way through high school
Former Principal with 13+ years of leadership experience
Experience navigating public, private, and international schools
Harvard University Graduate School of Education
Vanderbilt University
Lehigh University

More About Peter & Leah Young

Peter Young - Former Principal & Education Leader

With over 13 years as a school principal at both the elementary and middle school levels, and having taught fifth grade in both public and private schools for eight years, Peter brings deep insight into school systems and processes. He understands both sides of parent-school interactions and helps families navigate complex educational environments with confidence.

Leah Young - Parent Coach & Behavior Specialist

Leah specializes in helping parents understand and address challenging behaviors while building stronger family relationships. Her approach combines evidence-based strategies with practical, real-world solutions.

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Our Services

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School Advocacy Services

Professional support for school meetings, IEP discussions, and challenging conversations. We help you advocate effectively for your child's needs and rights.

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Home-School Communication

Learn strategies to build positive relationships with teachers and school staff, resolve conflicts constructively, and create collaborative partnerships.

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Behavior Support

Evidence-based strategies for addressing challenging behaviors, creating consistent routines, and supporting your child's emotional and social development.

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Private School Consulting

Navigate the transition from public to private schools with confidence. We help families evaluate school options, understand different cultures and educational approaches, and find the best fit for your child's unique needs and learning style.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is parent coaching different from family therapy?

Parent coaching is action-oriented and focuses on building specific skills and strategies for immediate challenges. While therapy addresses deeper emotional issues, coaching empowers you with practical tools to improve communication, advocate for your child, and navigate school systems more effectively. We work collaboratively to help you become a more confident, informed advocate for your family.

What if my child doesn't want to participate or resists changes?

Most of our work focuses on equipping YOU as the parent with better strategies and communication skills. Your child doesn't need to be directly involved in coaching sessions. We'll help you understand your child's perspective, implement changes gradually, and use approaches that work with your child's personality and developmental stage rather than against it.

How quickly will I see results?

Many parents notice improved confidence and clearer strategies after just one session. Behavioral changes and relationship improvements typically develop over 4-8 weeks as you implement new approaches consistently. Remember, lasting change takes time, but you'll gain valuable tools and perspective from our very first meeting.

Do you work with both public and private schools?

Absolutely! With our combined experience in public, private, and international schools, we understand the unique cultures, expectations, and processes of different educational environments. Whether you're navigating IEPs in public school or communication challenges in private school, we'll tailor our approach to your specific school context.

What ages and grade levels do you work with?

We work with families of children from early elementary through high school (ages 5-18). Our strategies are developmentally appropriate and can be adapted for different ages. Whether you're dealing with kindergarten transitions or high school college prep stress, we have experience across all developmental stages.

Can you attend school meetings with us?

Yes! School meeting support is one of our key services. We can attend IEP meetings, 504 plan discussions, disciplinary meetings, or any school conference where you need advocacy support. We'll help you prepare beforehand, guide you during the meeting, and follow up afterward to ensure agreements are implemented.

What if we're considering switching from public to private school?

This is exactly what our Private School Consulting service addresses. We'll help you evaluate whether a switch is right for your child, research school options that match your family's values and your child's learning style, understand application processes, and make informed decisions about timing and fit.

How do virtual sessions work?

Virtual coaching sessions are conducted via secure video calls and are just as effective as in-person meetings. You'll have the convenience of meeting from home while still receiving personalized, interactive coaching. We use screen sharing for documents and provide digital resources you can access anytime.