Every kid responds to big feelings differently. This quiz shows you what they need, so you can support them in the way that works.
Every kid responds to big feelings differently. This quiz shows you what they need, so you can support them in the way that works.
So many of my students struggle with their emotions. Many of them don’t have a caring adult at home to help them figure out how to handle their feelings in an appropriate way, so they come to school frustrated and overwhelmed. I am so grateful to The Big Heart Journey for not only giving me the tools and confidence to help these kids, but also for reinforcing how very important this learning is for all educators. The fact that my grade 8s love Heart Checks as much as my grade 2s just proves how necessary they are.
You care deeply about kids. You show up everyday with so much heart. But when the big feelings hit; the meltdowns, the shutdowns, the outbursts, it can feel overwhelming. Especially when you’re already doing everything and holding so much.
The truth is, most of us were never taught how to handle emotions; not theirs and not our own.
That’s where Big Heart Certified™ comes in.
This training gives you science-backed tools, language and practices to support children with empathy and confidence while helping you better understand and care for your own emotional world too.
Because it’s not only about what we teach children, it’s about who we become while teaching it.
This isn’t just training.
It’s a transformation.
For you. For the kids you care about. And for the culture we’re raising them in.
Whether you’re a parent, educator, therapist, coach, or someone who simply feels a deep calling to support children, this certification gives you the tools, science, and heart-led guidance to help any child through any big feeling.
Big Heart Certified™ is an 8-part emotional wellness training for anyone who supports kids — educators, therapists, coaches, parents, early childhood workers, and caregivers of all kinds.
Understand what’s happening in a child’s brain and body during big feelings (in a way that’s simple, practical, and even fun!)
Respond instead of react-even in moments of meltdown, shutdown, or spiraling
Use the Big H.E.A.R.T. Method™ to support children in a personalized, trauma-informed, and empowering way
Confidently teach emotional regulation using sensory-based tools that kids actually want to use
Create spaces where children feel emotionally safe, connected, and deeply seen
You’ll be equipped and licensed to share these tools in your own community - running Big Heart workshops, teaching in schools, and becoming a certified guide for emotional wellness.
ENROLL NOWYou’ll learn the Big H.E.A.R.T. Method™, our signature framework for understanding how each child responds to stress. Rooted in nervous system science and years of work with kids and families, this tool helps you:
Recognize emotional patterns Support kids in ways that actually work for them Build connection instead of conflictThis isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Because no two kids are the same… and neither are you.
You’ll also discover your own H.E.A.R.T. Type™, giving you insight into your nervous system, your emotional defaults, and what you need to stay regulated when things get tough. The result? You feel more in control, more connected, and more at ease, not just with the kids in your care, but with yourself.
This isn’t just another training. It’s a whole new way to understand emotions in kids and in yourself.
Who wants to bring more emotional safety and connection into your classroom
Navigating big feelings with your child (or children!)
Therapist, or support worker looking for practical, science-based tools
Who wants to bring more emotional safety and connection into your classroom
Who wishes they’d learned this as a child, and wants to be the one to break the cycle
No matter your title, if you’re here to help kids feel seen, safe,
and supported. You belong here.
Taes Leavitt is a two-time JUNO Award–winning performer, emotional wellness educator, and founder of The Big Heart Journey.
With over two decades of experience creating music and media for children-including appearances on Sesame Street, Disney Jr., Treehouse TV, and The Today Show - Taes has reached millions of families through the power of story, music, and connection.
As her career evolved, so did her mission: to make emotional wellness accessible, playful, and part of everyday life-for kids and the grown-ups who love them.
Blending neuroscience, mindfulness, and her signature Picture It Method™, she now helps families, educators, and professionals build emotional safety into the spaces where it matters most.
Through Big Heart Certified™, she trains people all over the world to lead with heart, respond with empathy, and raise a generation who knows how to feel their feelings-with confidence, compassion, and joy.
“This course changed everything for me - and for my students. I finally have a way to understand behavior instead of just reacting to it.”
“This training gave me language I didn't even know I needed. My classroom feels different. My kids feel different and I feel different.”
“I used to freeze when my daughter had a meltdown (or honestly have my own). Now I have a process that I use in those moments that really helps me (and her). Our relationship is much better!”
“I’m so excited to start running workshops in my community. I finally feel like Im making the impact I always dreamed of.”
…but from feeling them right alongside the kids in your care? You already have the heart.
Now you’ll have the tools.
Big Heart Certified™ is your first step toward becoming the person you needed when you were growing up - and the guide every child deserves today.
ENROLL NOW
The foundation: Values, vision, Big Heart Ecosystem and how emotional safety changes everything.
Learn how to welcome feelings (instead of shutting them down), Dive into who you are when you are at your best and learn tools to tap into that self whenever you want.
Discover the 5 H.E.A.R.T. types, how each child responds to stress, and how to support them based on their unique emotional blueprint.
A step-by-step process you can use immediately, from meltdown to reconnection.
Understand the nervous system, brain states, and how to teach this to kids in ways they’ll actually get.
Hands-on practices (breath, movement, music) to help children shift from chaos to calm, tailored to their H.E.A.R.T. type.
Learn how to stay regulated yourself, access your inner support system, and show up from a place of grounded confidence.
Real-life application. Reflection. Momentum. What it means to lead with heart and build a future where emotional wellness comes first.
Includes: printable worksheets, music, videos, visuals, and scripts, ready to use at home, in your classroom, or with your clients.
“I used to feel helpless when my son had a meltdown. Now I know how to show up, and he actually lets me in. That feels like a miracle.”
“This gave me tools I didnt even know I was missing. I finally equipped to support the kids in my care and my own emotions.”
“I've taken a lot of trainings, but this one stuck. lt gave me a way to talk about emotions that kids actually understand.”
“I signed up to team how to help my kids but I ended up learning how to help myself too. That was the biggest bonus!.”
Feel confident navigating hard moments with kids Understand the emotional why behind behaviors Teach brain science in ways kids actually remember Regulate your own nervous system on the tough days Create a culture of emotional safety in your home, classroom, or communityAnd most importantly: You’ll know how to meet big feelings with even bigger heart.
A new module with video trainings you can watch anytime
Printable worksheets to help you apply the tools in your home, classroom, or practice
Engaging practices and real-life examples you can start using right away
Each week, you’re invited to a live Q&A session with Taes where you can:
Ask questions about the tools or your unique situations
Share your experiences
Get real-time support, encouragement and community connection.
Calming, grounding meditations designed specifically for caregivers, teachers, and big hearted humans.
→ Perfect for the car before drop-off, between sessions, or anytime you need a reset.
Short, engaging videos that bring emotional tools to life for kids.
→ Includes favorites like Fearless Squirrel Breath, Heart Check, and The Feelings Fridge™.
Plug-and-play lessons you can use immediately in your classroom or at home.
→ Includes guided scripts, reflection prompts, and adaptable activities for a range of ages.
Beautiful, printable visuals to make emotional literacy visible- and accessible.
→ Great for classroom walls, therapy spaces, or the kitchen fridge.
Simple, creative worksheets kids love - designed to help them name, express, and move through emotions in healthy ways.
Feelings meet fun. These audio-based tools help kids shift states using rhythm, breath, and story.
→ IPerfect for transitions, tough moments, or just dancing it out
Quick-reference cheat sheets to help you understand each child’s unique response to stress - and how to support them.
→ Plus: discover your own H.E.A.R.T. Type™ and learn what YOU need, too.
What do you say in the heat of the moment? We’ve got you.
→ Includes phrases, explanations, and kid-friendly ways to teach brain science, co-regulation, and emotional safety.
Yes, you get it all.
Every tool, every printable, every video. And when new ones are
added? You get those too.
Coming Soon
Coming Soon
And the best part?
Once you’re certified, every new resource we add becomes part of
your toolbox - automatically. No extra fees. No upgrades.
Just a growing library of heart-led tools for life.
You’re here because you care deeply and you’re ready to do this work in a way that’s sustainable, science-backed, and full of heart.
Are you ready to become the grown-up you always needed, and the guide every child deserves?
Rooted in science, guided by story, and filled with tools that actually work, Big Heart Certified gives you a shared emotional language, a teachable framework, and a way to show up with compassion and clarity even in the hardest moments.
Join us and become Big Heart Certified.
Enrollment is now open.
YES, I’M READY!The program runs for 8 weeks, but everything is self-paced and yours to keep. Whether you follow along each week or move at your own pace, you’ll have lifetime access to all the materials including any future updates.
We strongly encourage you to come live if you can. It's a powerful space to ask questions, get support, and connect with others in the program. But if you can't make it, no problem. Every session is recorded and uploaded so you can watch the replay any time that works for you.
Nope. This training is for anyone who has kids In their life whether you're a parent, educator, coach, support worker, or caregiver, Ifyoure supporting kids through big emotions and want tools that actually work, you're in the right place.
Plan to spend about 1-2 hours per week watching the videos, exploring the content, and doing the practices. The weekly live Q8\A calls are optional but highly encouraged, they're where the magic happens.
Yes! YouII be certified to use the Big Heart tools in your home, classroom, or professional setting. You'll also receive printable resources. visuals, and kid-friendly activities to start using right away.
Yes. We offer flexible payment options so you can choose the one that works best for you. You'II see all the details on the enrollment page
Can’t wait to see you inside, and remember:
If you’re ready to create a deeper connection with the children in your life (and yourself)I’m here to help you picture a new way forward.
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