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A practical workbook for pre-teens (ages 8–12) to build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and coping strategies — written in language they can understand, with tools they’ll actually use.
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About the Author
Lisa Shetler, M.Psych (Clin)
Lisa Shetler, MPsych, is a child, adolescent, and family clinical psychologist based in Australia with over a decade of experience spent supporting the mental health of middle schoolers as they face the specific challenges of this developmental period. She works directly with young people, their families, and schools in her large group practice—Flow Psychology and Therapeutic Services—where she also provides training, supervision, assessment, and group programs. Flow’s website and social media have a wide reach to both local and international audiences seeking information relating to child psychology.
Russ Harris, author of The Happiness Trap and ACT Made Simple
“An informative, practical, easy-to-read guide on how to survive and thrive in middle school. Every kid would benefit from learning these skills and strategies—as would their parents. If you want to help your child face their fears, tackle their challenges, overcome their obstacles, build friendships, grow as a person, and generally get the most out of life—give them this book. You won’t regret it.”
Phyllis L. Fagell, author of Middle School Matters and
Middle School Superpowers
“Lisa Shetler understands the whirlwind of emotions and challenges tweens face—and she’s created the perfect guide to help them navigate it all. Full of engaging, practical activities, Mastering Your Mental Health in Middle School gives kids a safe space to learn how to navigate friendships and manage their thoughts and feelings. Fun, insightful, and empowering, this workbook is a must-have tool for any middle schooler looking to build their resilience in these crucial years!”
Louise Hayes, developer of the DNA-V model of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
for youth
“Read the book and learn to climb the Mount Everest that is adolescence! That’s what is in this fun
book for teens. Easy to read, fun images, language that is engaging, and exercises that can be used
alone or with the support of adults. Parents and professionals will find this a fabulous resource to
share.”
Karen Young, director of Hey Sigmund, and
author of Hey Warrior
“Lisa Shetler has written with warmth and wisdom, offering a nurturing space where young readers can slow down, reflect, and explore their inner world with compassion and curiosity. Her thoughtful
guidance gently invites discovery, awareness, and self-acceptance, which can sometimes feel elusive during a time of such change and growth.”
Lorraine M. Hobbs, and author of Teaching Self-Compassion to
Teens and The Self-Compassion Workbook for Kids
“Lisa’s expertise and creative approach to helping children build essential life skills is well demonstrated in her workbook. This beautifully crafted series of exercises promises to help young people develop
insight and build tools that are fundamental to their self-care. These very tools can support children in learning from their mistakes, build resilience in a rapidly changing world, and connect more deeply to themselves. This workbook is a must for all preteens.”
Karen Bluth, PhD, author of The
Self-Compassionate Workbook for Teens
“Lisa Shetler provides a wealth of tools to help preteens navigate the challenges of these years in a way
that is fun and engaging—replete with drawings, games, and comics. What is particularly unique and
refreshing in this book is the consistent inclusion of written-out, ‘how-to’ messages that preteens could take directly to the adults in their lives, rather than struggle to find the right words to ask for help. So
needed! This is an absolute must-have book for any preteens in your life!”
