In my experience, every parent wants the best for their child. It’s natural to think about their future, at times even more than they do. Your own experiences, successes, and challenges have shaped you, and you want to pass on that wisdom.
Adolescence and early adulthood, however, are special phases of development. Young people are striving for independence, exploring who they are, and often pushing back, sometimes even against the best and most well-intentioned advice, simply because it comes from their parents. This is normal, healthy, and part of growing up.
That’s why having an outside, unbiased expert can be a good solution.
Career conversations with a coach provide a space where teenagers and young adults can explore their thoughts, questions, and worries without pressure or expectations. They can speak openly, reflect deeply, and consider new perspectives.
Even one session can help a young person move from confusion, overwhelm, or pressure to a clearer and more grounded sense of what might come next. They gain awareness of their strengths, interests, and goals, and begin to see realistic paths forward.
These sessions are not meant to replace parental guidance.
They complement it.
When parents offer support at home, and they receive guidance from an expert, young people benefit from the best of both worlds. Together, this balanced support helps them make their first long-term decisions thoughtfully, confidently, and responsibly.
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Bio
Vera has over 15 years of experience as an international educator. She has been teaching in Sweden since 2016. She holds a Master’s degree in English Literature and Linguistics, a Bachelor’s degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language and a postgraduate degree in Teaching Students with Special Educational Needs. She speaks four languages and has worked with dozens of international families over her career. She is an English as an Additional Language specialist teacher and has extensive knowledge about language learning, maintaining the home language, education as well as special educational needs. Read more about her here.