Name Your Feelings
You’re not alone if big feelings feel bigger than your child. When emotion floods in, words can vanish and behavior takes over. Kimochis make feelings visible and touchable so you can name them, talk about them, and move through them together.
Kimochis are plush characters with removable “feeling pillows” that represent different emotions. Each pillow has a clear label and face so kids can hold, swap, and talk about how they feel. Therapists, teachers, and families use them to teach emotional vocabulary, practice calming skills, and build safer ways to ask for help.
Imagine Easier Conversations
Here are some common outcomes parents see:
- Fewer emotional outbursts
- Increased ability to name an emotion
- Easier transitions in stressful moments
- More confidence in school or groups
Who Can Benefit
Kimochis and Feeling Pillows help in many situations:
- Young children learning emotion words
- Children with language differences
- Kids with separation anxiety
- Families experiencing grief or big changes
- Caregivers
What You Can Expect
I start by introducing one feeling at a time and invite your child to pick a pillow, name the feeling, and point to where they notice it in their body. I use short, calm words and model my own feelings so naming emotions feels safe and simple.
We move at your child’s pace, with quick check-ins and gentle role-play as comfort grows. Over time these small steps help emotions feel smaller and make conversations easier.
Simple Ways to Start
- Morning feeling check-in
- Quick pause when upset to name that feeling
- Role play to practice asking for help
- Cal-down kit with a favorite feeling pillow
Taking your first step can feel challenging, but you don’t have to navigate this alone. Reach out through the “Contact Me” button below to schedule your consultation.