About Parentology World
Parenting teens is tough and nobody hands you a manual.
I’m Laura Thomas, parenting coach and mentor, qualified psychotherapist, author, and mum of two teens!
I’ve spent over 22 years supporting families through some of the hardest parts of raising adolescents — from explosive outbursts and shut-downs to anxiety, school refusal, and everything in between.
And here’s what I know for sure:
Parents are absolutely the missing link in teen mental health.
You see your child at their worst, but you’re often left out of the solution. You’re told to “stay calm” and “set boundaries” but no one explains how. You ask for help, but services say, “It’s not serious enough yet.”
That’s not good enough.
So I built something better.
Welcome to Parentology World!
“I don’t know what to say anymore.”
Why I Created Parentology World
The final push came in summer 2024. A mum contacted me in pieces, her teenage daughter was struggling, and she’d been turned away from services again. “Not bad enough,” they said. But her daughter’s arms were covered in self-inflicted scars.
That was it.
Parents shouldn’t have to wait for a crisis to get support.
You shouldn’t be brushed off just because things aren’t quite bad enough yet.
Parentology World exists to give you the tools, answers, and expert guidance you need — before things get worse.
Whether you’re worried about your teen’s behaviour, mental health, school attendance, wellbeing, or family tension... if it’s keeping you up at 2am, I’ve got you
The R.E.S.E.T. Method
Over the years, I’ve developed a five-step method to help you stay calm, be clear, and respond confidently, even when emotions run high.
This method is at the heart of everything I offer. Whether you're using a free tool, reading one of my books, or working with me 1:1, RESET gives you a structure that makes sense in real family life.
R – Recognise the issue
Notice what’s really going on beneath the surface — behaviour is communication.
E – Empathise in the moment
Respond with connection first, not correction. Let your teen feel seen and heard.
S – Say what matters
Get clear on the values or boundaries that need to be reinforced – without the lecture.
E – Emotionally regulate together
Support your teen in calming down by staying steady yourself.
T – Take action with confidence
Choose a clear, calm next step that builds trust and teaches your teen what to do next time.
If you want to go deeper, my two books break RESET down further with clear, real-life strategies for common struggles:
Parenting Teen Boys with Confidence
They're designed to be picked up on your hardest days and still make sense!
“You explained things so clearly and really took the time to listen. We never felt rushed or dismissed. You helped us make sense of what was going on beneath the surface, and gave us steps we could actually follow through with. For the first time in a long time, we felt confident and that we could be supported with your help.”
My Credentials
I bring clinical expertise and real-world insight to everything I do. I hold:
M.Ed. in Social, Emotional, and Mental Health in Adolescents
B.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology
NVQ 4 in Working with Families with Multiple and Complex Needs
QCF: Working with Children and Young People
I'm a registered member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (MNCPS Acc.), and I’m BACP-certified in counselling young people. I’m fully insured through Holistic and Hiscox Insurance.
Curious? You can also read my research:
“Are parents being heard? Parents’ experiences of participating in multi-professional meetings as part of the Education, Health and Care Plan process.”
“Translating the science of teenage parenting into actionable tools, strategies and real-time advice. Not perfect parenting, real parenting.”
Need support but not sure where to start?
Let’s chat. Book a free, no-pressure 30-minute call to talk through what’s going on and explore the kind of support that would actually help right now.
Or if you'd rather get started on your own, you can grab a free tool or browse my workshops and books for real, ready-to-use help.
Nothing is too big or too small to talk about!
Talks & Workshops for Schools, Sports Clubs & Parent Groups
In addition to working 1:1 with parents, I regularly deliver talks and workshops for:
Schools (parent talks, transition support, anxiety, self-harm prevention)
Youth sports clubs (helping parents support emotional wellbeing under pressure)
Community and parent groups looking for practical, no-jargon advice
These sessions are grounded in the same RESET method I use in coaching — practical, honest, and focused on what works in real family life.
Interested in booking a talk or workshop for your school or group?
Get in touch here or email me directly at info@parentologyworld.com