Vienna VA Emotional Regulation Coaching

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

Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed. provides virtual emotional regulation coaching for Vienna 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
  • Fairfax County Public Schools — 504 and special-ed steps below

Yes, Elizabeth Sharpe works with Vienna, VA families on emotional regulation coaching.

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Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed.

Learning and Behavior Therapist

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Fairfax County Public Schools serves Vienna-area families. Elizabeth Sharpe offers virtual emotional regulation coaching that runs alongside whatever school supports Fairfax County Public Schools provides, with no commute for Vienna-area families.

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

Vienna Families and Fairfax County Public Schools: Where Emotional Regulation Coaching Fits

What Fairfax County Public Schools publishes about requesting school supports, and how coaching runs alongside them.

Section 504 requests

In Fairfax County Public Schools, a Section 504 referral can be made orally or in writing, is documented on a Multipurpose Referral form, and is reviewed by a Local Screening Committee at the school.

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Special education referrals

Special education referrals can be written, electronic, or oral, go to the school, and are also reviewed by the school's Local Screening Committee.

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Testing season in Virginia

Under a new Virginia law, students in grades 7–12 take SOL assessments during the final two full instructional weeks of the semester or school year.

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James Madison High School

Fairfax County Public Schools operates James Madison High School at 2500 James Madison Drive in Vienna; it offers Advanced Placement courses and access to FCPS academies.

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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.

Vienna Emotional Regulation Coaching FAQ

Can emotional regulation coaching work alongside a 504 plan or IEP in Fairfax County Public Schools?+
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 Virginia testing season affect emotional regulation coaching?+
Under a new Virginia law, students in grades 7–12 take SOL assessments during the final two full instructional weeks of the semester or school year. Sessions are 100% virtual, so families can plan them around the school year.

Get Emotional Regulation Coaching in Vienna

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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