Guiding Families and Schools to Create Safer, Calmer Spaces
S.A.I.L.™ Method
S.A.I.L.™ Method
S.A.I.L.™ Method
Get to Know Your Brain Crew
Sage
Sage
Sanppy
Sanppy
Stanley
Stanley
Sage
Sage
Snappy
Snappy
Sage
Sanppy
Stanley
Sage
Snappy
Sage
Sanppy
Stanley
Sage
Snappy
Sage the Turtle
Your prefrontal cortex, the wise part that helps you pause and lead yourself
Sage the Turtle
Your prefrontal cortex, the wise part that helps you pause and lead yourself
Sage the Turtle
Your prefrontal cortex, the wise part that helps you pause and lead yourself
Snappy the Crab
Your amygdala, the part that gets loud when you feel unsafe)
Snappy the Crab
Your amygdala, the part that gets loud when you feel unsafe)
Snappy the Crab
Your amygdala, the part that gets loud when you feel unsafe)
S.A.I.L Method
Stop
Pause and Notice.
Logo Design
Brand Strategy
Visual Identity
Brand Guidelines
Content Marketing
The first step is to interrupt the autopilot response. This is where we pause, take a breath, and notice what’s happening inside - in the body, in the moment, without judgment.
Anchor
Come back to the body.
UI UX Design
Custom Web Development
Responsive Design
Website Maintenance
Landing Page Design
Use grounding tools to help the nervous system regain safety. This might look like deep breaths, sensory input, or a supportive mantra. Anchoring brings the brain back online.
Investigate
Name what’s going on.
Copywriting
Photography
Videography
Animation
Brand Story Videos
Scriptwriting
Infographic Design
With the body calmer, you can now identify what triggered you and what emotion or unmet need is present. This builds emotional literacy and helps reframe your experience.
Lead
Choose your next best action.
Social Media Marketing
SEO & SEM
Email Campaigns
Paid Ads
Influencer Marketing
Social Media Ads
Blog Strategy
Once you’re regulated and aware, you can respond intentionally - with self-leadership, empathy, and connection rather than reactivity.
Stop
Pause and Notice.
Logo Design
Brand Strategy
Visual Identity
Brand Guidelines
Content Marketing
The first step is to interrupt the autopilot response. This is where we pause, take a breath, and notice what’s happening inside - in the body, in the moment, without judgment.
Anchor
Come back to the body.
UI UX Design
Custom Web Development
Responsive Design
Website Maintenance
Landing Page Design
Use grounding tools to help the nervous system regain safety. This might look like deep breaths, sensory input, or a supportive mantra. Anchoring brings the brain back online.
Investigate
Name what’s going on.
Copywriting
Photography
Videography
Animation
Brand Story Videos
Scriptwriting
Infographic Design
With the body calmer, you can now identify what triggered you and what emotion or unmet need is present. This builds emotional literacy and helps reframe your experience.
Lead
Choose your next best action.
Social Media Marketing
SEO & SEM
Email Campaigns
Paid Ads
Influencer Marketing
Social Media Ads
Blog Strategy
Once you’re regulated and aware, you can respond intentionally - with self-leadership, empathy, and connection rather than reactivity.
Stop
Pause and Notice.
Anchor
Come back to the body.
Investigate
Name what’s going on.
Lead
Choose your next best action.
Emotional Regulation Cards
Check Out My Books!
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Buy on Amazon!
Buy on Amazon!
Sophia, Snappy, and Sage
Sophia, Snappy, and Sage
Sophia, Snappy, and Sage
Stanley, Snappy, and Sage
Stanley, Snappy, and Sage
Stanley, Snappy, and Sage
About Me
S.A.I.L.™ Method
S.A.I.L.™ Method
S.A.I.L.™ Method
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Hi, I'm Aunt Sea
I used to think “difficult” kids were choosing to be difficult. Then I learned about the nervous system - and everything changed. I’m Aunt Sea: educator, author, emotional intelligence coach, and a calm-in-progress human on a mission to turn brain science into everyday magic.
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Hi, I'm Aunt Sea
I used to think “difficult” kids were choosing to be difficult. Then I learned about the nervous system - and everything changed. I’m Aunt Sea: educator, author, emotional intelligence coach, and a calm-in-progress human on a mission to turn brain science into everyday magic.
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Hi, I'm Aunt Sea
I used to think “difficult” kids were choosing to be difficult. Then I learned about the nervous system - and everything changed. I’m Aunt Sea: educator, author, emotional intelligence coach, and a calm-in-progress human on a mission to turn brain science into everyday magic.
Ways We Can Work Together
Book A Call!
Book A Call!
Book A Call!
In Person/Online
1:1 Emotional Regulation Coaching
1:1 Emotional Regulation Coaching
1:1 Emotional Regulation Coaching
Parent-Child Nervous System Sessions
Parent-Child Nervous System Sessions
Parent-Child Nervous System Sessions
Group Coaching for Parents & Educators
Group Coaching for Parents & Educators
Group Coaching for Parents & Educators
S.A.I.L.™ Method Digital Training
S.A.I.L.™ Method Digital Training
S.A.I.L.™ Method Digital Training
Virtual & In-Person Workshops
Virtual & In-Person Workshops
Virtual & In-Person Workshops
Behavior Support Consultations
Behavior Support Consultations
Behavior Support Consultations
Storytime & Puppet-Led Learning Sessions
Storytime & Puppet-Led Learning Sessions
Storytime & Puppet-Led Learning Sessions
Somatic & Sensory Regulation Experiences
Somatic & Sensory Regulation Experiences
Somatic & Sensory Regulation Experiences
Keynote Speaking & Professional Development
Keynote Speaking & Professional Development
Keynote Speaking & Professional Development
“Calm Crew” Resource Hub
“Calm Crew” Resource Hub
“Calm Crew” Resource Hub
In-School Programming
Emotional intelligence classroom lessons
Emotional intelligence classroom lessons
Emotional intelligence classroom lessons
School-wide assemblies
School-wide assemblies
School-wide assemblies
Trauma-informed teaching workshops
Trauma-informed teaching workshops
Trauma-informed teaching workshops
SEL curriculum design + implementation
SEL curriculum design + implementation
SEL curriculum design + implementation
Staff professional development sessions
Staff professional development sessions
Staff professional development sessions
Positive behavior support consultations
Positive behavior support consultations
Positive behavior support consultations
Peer mediation + conflict resolution training
Peer mediation + conflict resolution training
Peer mediation + conflict resolution training
Ongoing educator mentorship
Ongoing educator mentorship
Ongoing educator mentorship
Brain-body classroom visuals & toolkit delivery
Brain-body classroom visuals & toolkit delivery
Brain-body classroom visuals & toolkit delivery
Regulation and resilience planning for school leadership
Regulation and resilience planning for school leadership
Regulation and resilience planning for school leadership
Regulation in Real Life
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
Vicky Says...
“My kids love Aunt Sea's books! As a teacher, I am always looking for new innovative ways to connect to my students. The kids absolutely love Sophia, Snappy, and Sage and have started to use the language of the book with each other!”
Jackie Says...
"Carolyn has been a huge support to me and my son. His teenage years have been challenging for the both of us and Carolyn’s coaching has provided us the support and tools we both needed. Thank you so much, Carolyn."
Jenn Says...
“When Carolyn released Sophia's Rose, I had to purchase it immediately. Carolyn just knows how to speak to children and provide a safe place. All of her books are authentic, knowledgable, and emotionally intelligent!”
You ask, I answer.
FAQs
FAQs
FAQs
What age group is the S.A.I.L.™ Method for?
While the tools are often introduced to kids as young as 3, the method isn’t age-restricted. I've worked with teens, parents, and even entire school staffs using the same brain-body framework. Emotional literacy is for every nervous system.
My child gets labeled as “defiant.” How would you approach that?
Is this therapy?
Can you come to our school and work with our staff?
What makes the S.A.I.L.™ Method different from other behavior tools??
What if I’m still learning to regulate myself?
Is it ever too late to learn emotional regulation?
What age group is the S.A.I.L.™ Method for?
While the tools are often introduced to kids as young as 3, the method isn’t age-restricted. I've worked with teens, parents, and even entire school staffs using the same brain-body framework. Emotional literacy is for every nervous system.
My child gets labeled as “defiant.” How would you approach that?
Is this therapy?
Can you come to our school and work with our staff?
What makes the S.A.I.L.™ Method different from other behavior tools??
What if I’m still learning to regulate myself?
Is it ever too late to learn emotional regulation?
What age group is the S.A.I.L.™ Method for?
While the tools are often introduced to kids as young as 3, the method isn’t age-restricted. I've worked with teens, parents, and even entire school staffs using the same brain-body framework. Emotional literacy is for every nervous system.