Question 1

Is The Happy Core therapy or diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

No. The Happy Core™ is educational, skills-based support and coaching.

We teach practical tools for emotional regulation, executive function, and self-advocacy that kids (and the adults supporting them) can use across home, school, and sessions.
We do not provide diagnosis, psychotherapy, medical treatment, or crisis services. If your family needs clinical care, Happy Core can be used alongside therapy or evaluations as a practical “tools layer” for daily life.

We are happy to help you to connect to resources and contacts for diagnostics, medication, therapy and school support like tutoring.

Question 2

How do I know which format is best?

Accepted Answer

If your child has higher anxiety, frequent shutdowns/meltdowns, or complex needs, 1:1 is usually best. If motivation and peer practice helps, 2:1 can be great. Groups work well for kids ready to practice skills socially.

Question 3

What is The Happy Core Method?

Accepted Answer

A practical, skills-based method that helps kids build calm, confidence, focus, and executive functioning—especially for ADHD, anxiety, learning differences (like dyslexia), and low self-esteem. It’s designed so parents, schools, and clinicians can use the same language and tools.

Question 4

What ages is this for?

Accepted Answer

he Happy Core™ ecosystem is age-adapted—the tools stay consistent, but the language, activities, and examples shift by developmental stage. 
Most programs are delivered in these bands: 6–8, 9–12, and 12–14.

Age ranges by offering:
 • The Happy Core™ Program + Homework Hero Workshop: best fit for 8–12, with school-based adaptations available for younger groups (6–8) and older students (12–14).
 • Secret Society of G.O.A.T. Books: 9–13.
 • More Than Behavior™ Letters: varies by letter type:
    • Dear Teacher™: elementary + middle school
    • Dear Me™: all ages (kids + adults)
    • Dear Professor™: college
    • dear Parents™: parents of kids all ages
    • Dear Younger Me™: flexible across ages (adapted to audience)

• Be Heard Workshops (Decode & Do, Advocacy Lab): upper middle school + high school, especially during transitions (middle → high school and high school → college).

Question 5

Do we need a diagnosis to start?

Accepted Answer

No. 
Many families start because something is hard—transitions, homework, anxiety, meltdowns, shutdown, or constant self-doubt.

Happy Core is skills-based support, so we focus on what your child needs right now (regulation, executive function, confidence, self-advocacy), whether or not you have a formal diagnosis.
If you’re exploring ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, or another learning difference, we can still build tools that make daily life more doable—while you decide what evaluations or supports you want next.

Question 6

What if my child refuses tools?

Accepted Answer

That’s common—especially if your child has tried “strategies” that felt like punishment, pressure, or one more thing to get wrong.
We don’t start with “Do this tool.” We start with:
 • Regulation first (so the brain can even try something new)
 • Choice + autonomy (kids pick from a short menu)
 • Micro-steps (30–60 seconds, not 10 minutes)
 • Practice in neutral moments (not only during a meltdown)
Most kids participate more when the tool feels like power, not correction. And if a tool isn’t a fit, we swap it. The goal is repeatable—on a real Tuesday.

Question 7

Can you help us communicate with the school?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A big part of Happy Core is creating a shared language across home and school so your child doesn’t have to “relearn the rules” in every environment.
Depending on what you need, support may include:
 • clearer language for what’s happening under stress (not just “behavior”)
 • practical strategies teachers can actually use in class
 • self-advocacy language your child can practice: “What helps me is…”
 • optional written communication tools (like the More Than Behavior™ Letters) that translate behavior into needs and supports
You’ll always stay in control of what is shared and with whom.

Question 8

Where do booking and payments happen?

Accepted Answer

All booking and payments happen through our main practice site: 
TransformationToTheCore.com.
The Happy Core site is your orientation hub—so you can choose your route, understand your options, and download resources.

When you’re ready, you’ll click a booking button that redirects you to TransformationToTheCore.com for scheduling and checkout.

Question 9

Where should we start if my child is overwhelmed and refusing school/homework?

Accepted Answer

Start with regulation + task initiation—not consequences.
When kids refuse school or homework, it’s often because their system is in “too much” mode: anxiety, overwhelm, perfectionism, or executive function overload. The first step is making the task feel doable again.
Best starting points (quick guide):
 • If your child is melting down or shutting down: start with calm-the-body tools first
 • If the biggest issue is getting started: start with task initiation + micro-steps
 • If school communication is tense: start with shared language + support scripts
Use the “Choose Your Path” buttons to go to your role page (Parent / School / Clinician) and you’ll see the fastest entry point.

Question 10

What if my child is “high masking” (looks fine but melts down at home)?

Accepted Answer

That’s incredibly common—especially for kids who work hard to “hold it together” all day.
High masking often means your child is using most of their energy on:
 • self-control and people-pleasing
 • anxiety management
 • perfectionism or fear of getting it wrong
 • sensory coping and social monitoring
Home becomes the only place they can finally release. Happy Core helps by teaching early signals + regulation tools before the explosion—so kids don’t have to wait until they’re completely maxed out.

Question 11

How do schools implement this (Tier 1 vs Tier 2 vs small groups)?

Accepted Answer

Implementation is flexible.

Schools typically use Happy Core in one (or a mix) of these ways:
Tier 1 (whole-class / shared language):
 Simple routines and shared “brain language” used during transitions, conflict, and overwhelm.
Tier 2 (targeted small groups):
 Short series for students who need extra support with regulation, confidence, or executive function.
Small groups / aftercare / push-ins:
 Delivered as a 6–10 week series, wellness day, or in-class push-ins that fit real schedules.
On the Schools page, you’ll see implementation options, what’s included, what outcomes can be tracked, and how fast you can start.

Question 12

How can clinicians integrate this into intake, feedback sessions, or early treatment?

Accepted Answer

Happy Core works well as a practical tools framework alongside clinical care.
Common integration points:
 • Intake / early sessions: establish shared language + a small “tool menu” for home use
 • Feedback / post-diagnosis: bridge overwhelm into action with clear next steps and support language
 • Between sessions: tools that clients can actually repeat in daily life (not just understand in theory)
 • School-home collaboration: scripts and communication supports when school friction is part of the case
Clinicians can also use More Than Behavior™ Letters as a structured “translation” tool when families need clarity and follow-through.

Question 13

Is this appropriate for homeschool families or co-ops?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely. 
Homeschool families often love Happy Core because it’s built for real-life learning environments—without requiring a traditional classroom.
You can use the tools for:
 • learning-day routines and transitions
 • emotional regulation during frustration
 • task initiation and follow-through
 • confidence and self-advocacy language
We also offer a co-op / micro-school option (small group series or training) so adults can use the same language across families.

Question 14

What does a More Than Behavior™ Letter entail?

Accepted Answer

A More Than Behavior™ Letter is a personalized document that compassionately explains a child's emotions and behaviors, transforming misunderstanding into connection.

Question 15

Who can benefit from the letters?

Accepted Answer

The letters are crafted for parents, teachers, and professionals aiming to better understand and support children with ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, and other challenges.

Question 16

How do I get my letter?

Accepted Answer

Simply complete the consent and questionnaire form, and your personalized letter will be emailed to you.

Question 17

What hypnotherapy services are available?

Accepted Answer

Our hypnotherapy services cover a wide range of issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, phobias, chronic pain, and more. Each session is personalized to meet your unique needs.

Question 18

How can hypnotherapy help with ADHD?

Accepted Answer

Hypnotherapy can help individuals with ADHD by improving focus, reducing impulsivity, and managing stress. It works by accessing the subconscious mind to reinforce positive behaviors and coping strategies.

Question 19

Is there a free consultation available?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! You can book a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your needs and explore how hypnotherapy can assist you. Schedule it easily through our website.

Question 20

Can you explain The Happy Core program?

Accepted Answer

The Happy Core program is tailored for children with ADHD and other challenges. It offers 1:1 sessions, small group programs, and school-based support to help children enhance their confidence, focus, and emotional regulation.

Question 21

How do I book a session?

Accepted Answer

You can book a session by visiting our website and using the online booking system. We offer both in-person and virtual sessions to accommodate your needs.

Turn “What’s wrong with them?” into “Now I understand.”

A voice for kids and teens who struggle to be understood.

When you understand why a child struggles, the next question is always: “What do we do with this?” Each More Than Behavior™ letter is a different doorway into that answer—tailored to the conversation you’re about to have at home, at school, or on campus.

Every Letter Has a Purpose — Find Yours.

Choose the letter that fits your next conversation

Introduce your child through empathy and strategy.

Misunderstanding → Connection

Align voices for calm 504/ IEP meetings.

Paperwork → Partnership

Restore warmth when behavior has taken over the relationship.

Tension → Understanding

Support big transitions with hope, honesty, and motivation.

Fear → Readiness

Help kids see their own strengths and struggles with compassion.

Confusion → Confidence

Give professors a clear map of how you learn best.

COMING SOON

Confusion → Clarity

Make executive-function patterns visible before they become crises.

COMING SOON

Overwhelm → Steady Support

Translate the diagnosis into real life and next steps for families.

COMING SOON

Blame → Safety

Ready to start a letter? Answer a few guided questions and we’ll turn your story into a clear,

compassionate letter you can share.

As presented at the International ADHD Conference in Kansas City

The dePaul Pilot: Where Empathy Met Action

Real Families. Real Shifts.

Why It Matters.

For Parents

End family conflicts by explaining your child’s inner world.

Help teachers see emotions, not just behaviors.

Discover validating language that strengthens connection.

​For Teachers

Understand what’s really happening inside a struggling student.

Learn strategies that work from day one.

Build stronger, calmer partnerships with families.

For Students

Express yourself without fear or shame.

Reflect, self-advocate, and feel proud.

Share what it feels like to be you.

Most popular: Dear Support Team Letter

Most popular: Dear Teacher Letter

Most popular: Dear Younger Me Letter

How It Works

Choose your letter type

Pick the letter that matches your next conversation: teacher, 504 team, co-parent, professor, or your child themselves.

Answer a guided questionnaire

In 10–20 minutes, parents and/or students share the real story: strengths, struggles, triggers, and what has (and hasn’t) helped.

Letter

We turn your answers into a clear, compassionate letter you can print, email, or bring to your next meeting.

For Teachers & Schools

Tools and resources to help educators understand students beyond behavior — and create classrooms of empathy, calm, and collaboration.

Dear Teacher™ Letter

Misunderstanding → Connection

Decode & Do Workshop

Silence → Empowerment

For Professionals

Join a growing community of mental health and education professionals who use More Than Behavior™ Letters as part of their practice.

Dear Parent™ Letter

Overwhelm → Clarity

Licensing Program

Silence → Empowerment

Affiliate / Reward Program

Share → Support

Trusted by families and schools.

Get a Free Sample Letter.

Need help or want to request a free sample? Click below to fill our form.

Privacy & Impact

Frequently Asked Questions

Because every child is more than their behavior.

More Than Behavior™ Letters are part of The Happy Core™ ecosystem and are owned and developed by To The Core Consulting LLC.

When you understand why a child struggles, the next question is always: “What do we do with this?”
Each More Than Behavior™ letter is a different doorway into that answer—tailored to the conversation you’re about to have at home, at school, or on campus.

Ready to start a letter?
Answer a few guided questions and we’ll turn your story into a clear,

The dePaul Pilot:
Where Empathy Met Action

For Teachers

Most popular:
Dear Support Team Letter

Most popular:
Dear Teacher Letter

Most popular:
Dear Younger Me Letter

Tools and resources to help educators understand students beyond behavior —
and create classrooms of empathy, calm, and collaboration.