You are Brave, Amy-G

When Amy G.'s family relocates from sunny Florida to Maryland, everything feels unfamiliar-and overwhelming. Faced with new challenges, Amy G. struggles to manage her emotions and adjust to her new life. Thankfully, her wise grandfather, lovingly called Professor, helps her understand how the brain reacts to stress-and how to calm it down. With gentle guidance and self-awareness, Amy G. learns that bravery isn't about having all the answers, but about facing change with curiosity, courage, and care.

You Are Brave, Amy G. is a compassionate story that helps children recognize emotional struggles and develop healthy tools for resilience, emotional regulation, and positive decision-making.

With nearly two decades of experience as a school psychologist, Jessica Hackmann has dedicated her career to helping children and adults navigate the challenges of executive function. As the founder of a thriving private practice, Brave Connections Coaching and Advocacy, she brings deep insight, empathy, and practical tools to support individuals in reaching their full potential-at school, at work, and at home.

A wife and proud parent to two teenage athletes, she understands firsthand the daily demands families face and the importance of building strategies that actually work in real life. Her work blends professional expertise with personal experience, making her approach both relatable and results-driven.

Learn more and connect with her online at www.braveconnectionscoaching.com, or follow along on Instagram: @jess_hackmann for executive function tips, inspiration, and real talk from someone who gets it.