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Hi, I'm Laura

Licensed School Counselor & Life Coach for Tween and Teen Girls

I help parents support their daughters through friendship drama, confidence struggles, anxiety, and the challenges of middle school and the teen years.

As a licensed school counselor, I’ve seen firsthand how painful these years can be when girls feel left out, overwhelmed, or unsure of themselves.

Through The Brave Girl Project, I provide courses, resources, and supportive communities that help girls:

✔ Build lasting self-confidence
✔ Handle friendship drama and mean girl behavior
✔ Manage school stress and anxiety
✔ Strengthen emotional resilience
✔ Develop healthy communication skills

If your daughter is struggling with friendships, confidence, or social pressure, please know:

You are not alone — and neither is she.

Together we can help her grow into a confident, emotionally strong young woman who knows her worth.

Hi, I'm Laura

Licensed School Counselor & Life Coach for Tween and Teen Girls

I help parents support their daughters through friendship drama, confidence struggles, anxiety, and the challenges of middle school and the teen years.

As a school counselor, I’ve seen how painful these years can be when girls feel left out, overwhelmed, or unsure of themselves.

Through The Brave Girl Project, I provide courses, resources, and supportive communities that help girls:

âś” Build lasting confidence
âś” Handle friendship drama and mean girl behavior
âś” Manage school stress and anxiety
âś” Strengthen emotional resilience
âś” Develop healthy communication skills

If your daughter is struggling with friendships, confidence, or social pressure, please know:

You are not alone — and neither is she.

Is Your Daughter Struggling with Friendship Drama?

Don’t wait until the situation gets worse. Learn how to support her with confidence.

Beyond the Drama

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Daughter Through Friendship Challenges

This course will help you:

✔ Understand what’s really happening in girls’ friendships
âś” Learn how to listen and guide your daughter without making things worse
âś” Handle mean girl behavior, exclusion, and relational aggression
âś” Help your daughter build confidence and healthy friendships

Inside the Course

• 8 Video Lessons
• 5 Practical PDF Guides
• 4 Podcast Episodes to listen to with your daughter
• Curated Reading List

✨ Special Offer: FREE for Brave Girl Tribe and High School Support Group members!

Give your daughter the tools to build stronger, healthier friendships.

Purchase Today!
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Is Your Daughter Struggling With Friends?

Many parents come to The Brave Girl Project because their daughter is experiencing:

âś” Friendship drama
âś” Feeling excluded or left out
âś” Mean girl behavior
âś” Social anxiety or loneliness

If this sounds familiar, there is support available.

The Brave Girl Project provides practical guidance for parents and supportive spaces for girls to develop the confidence and skills they need to build healthy friendships and navigate social challenges.

High School Support Group

 

Be our guest!

Sign up for our next meeting and join our supportive community.

We meet every other Sunday.

1:00 pm EST / 12:00 pm CST / 10:00 am PST.

 Join us to discover a unique space where your daughter can find support, guidance, and friendship! Here’s a glimpse of what she’ll gain:

  • Biweekly Meetings 
  • Safe, Judgment-Free Space where she can 
  • Community & Continuous Support 
  • Privacy & Inclusivity 
  • Parent Support Community
  • If your daughter needs support with friendships, independence, or a safe space to grow, this group is for her!
Be Our Guest

Survive and Thrive in Middle School course

Middle school comes fast—don’t wait until your daughter is overwhelmed or shutting down.
This course gives both of you the support, language, and tools to face the challenges ahead—together.

Whether she’s already in the middle of it or just starting out, Survive & Thrive in Middle School helps your daughter handle friendship drama, growing anxiety, and school stress with strength and confidence—and gives you the guidance to be the steady support she needs.

Here’s what’s inside:

  • Separate video lessons & PDFs for both parents and daughters

  • Quick-access tools for friendship struggles, emotional overwhelm, and communication breakdowns

  • Real-world Q&A section to answer what other families are going through right now

  • Lifetime access so you can return to the content as new challenges come up.

👉 Click now to join the families already using this course to build connection, confidence, and calm through the middle school years.

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Motivational Toolkit Course

Empower your daughter to ignite her inner drive with:

  • Science-backed strategies to spark and sustain motivation
  • Targeted tools to overcome procrastination and take action
  • Daily affirmations and guided meditations to boost confidence and focus
  • Step-by-step resources to build and maintain lasting success

This course doesn’t just help your daughter—it also equips parents with tools and practical tips to support her journey. Learn how to encourage her growth, foster independence, and create a collaborative dynamic at home.

Special Offer: FREE for Brave Girl Tribe & High School Support members!

Join today and give your daughter the tools to thrive!

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The Brave Girl Tribe

The Brave Girl Tribe is an online community for 5th to 8th-grade girls.

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The Brave Girl's Stress Survival Guide

We all need strategies and tools to help us manage stress.

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Resources for Parents of Girls with ADHD

ADHD looks different in girls.

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Support Your Daughter Through Friendship Challenges

The resource for you and your daughter.

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7 Keys to Solving  Worry 

Is your child's worry or anxiety overwhelming? Help them manage and overcome their concerns.

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Boundaries Worksheets PDF

Equip your daughter with the insights and tools to set boundaries in friendships and beyond.

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Healthy Relationship 

The checklist can help you enhance communication, trust, and overall well-being.

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 Affirmations

Affirmations to help if you are navigating friendship changes.

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Throughout school, I was painfully shy and struggled academically. I often felt lost and behind everyone else. (It wasn’t until college that I felt like my brain “caught up.”) Speaking up for myself was hard; I didn’t know when, or even how to do it.

I needed someone besides my parents who could support and encourage me, and “get me” without judgment.

As an adult, I didn’t want other girls to struggle the way I did, or have to figure out the secrets of confidence-building skills on their own.

That’s why I created the Brave Girl Project - to give girls the skills they need to overcome struggles and shine in their own eyes.

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Laura Hayes

Ready to Help Your Daughter?

I know that you want the best for your daughter! I have tons of tools and resources for you, so please take some time to look around.

Girls in the Brave Tribe

The Brave Girl Tribe

Seeking connections and support for your daughter? Come and explore our welcoming and supportive online community created just for her. Join our online group tailored to provide support for girls in 5th to 8th grade, and find a place where she can connect, grow, and thrive alongside her peers.

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One to One Coaching

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Resources for Parents & Girls

True bravery comes from knowing when to look for help!

This is where you can find resources to help you and your daughter.

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Info Every Concerned Parent Needs

Actionable insights that have helped hundreds of moms and daughters like you.

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The Brave Girl Blog

Boosting Self-Esteem, Managing Stress and Worries, Overcoming Friendship Challenges, and More: The Brave Girl Blog is your trusted companion for parents and girls navigating the complexities of teenage life. Our resources, featuring downloadable PDFs, are here to strengthen your bond and support you and your daughter as you journey through these crucial aspects of life together.

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Brave Girl Mindfulness

Mindfulness is my secret to happiness and my self-esteem. Have you wanted to try mindfulness, but don't know where to start? Learn how!

Get Your Zen On
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Brave Mom Book Club

This is an online group for brave moms that do their best in raising brave girls & boys. 

If you have time, read along. If you are busy, join us for the conversation!

Let's Discuss!

Ready for more tips on living life bravely?

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Laura Hayes