Know your child.

Trust your parenting.

“I created this assessment because parents deserve to understand their child. 30 minutes gives you science-backed insights and personalized strategies that work. For kids ages 4 to 16.”

Dr. Marissa Ericson, Clinical Neuroscientist

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Does this sound familiar?

They seem more anxious than other kids their age.
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My child gets overwhelmed so easily. I don't know how to help.
I want to support their emotional growth, but I don't know where to start.
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Sometimes I feel like I'm guessing. Am I doing enough?

You are not alone.
That's why we built this.

Introducing the Thrive Assessment.

  • checkYour child's Thrive Score: Finally see where they truly stand emotionally.
  • checkWhy they struggle: Clear insights across 5 domains.
  • checkWhat to do next: Custom strategies you can use tonight at dinner.
  • checkAge-specific insights: See what's on track and what needs support.
  • checkA report that gets everyone on the same page: Share with teachers, therapists, or family.
Stop guessing. Start understanding.
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Marissa Ericson

Dr. Marissa Ericson

Clinical neuroscientist and professor specializing in child emotional development. With 15+ years of research experience, she designed the Thrive Assessment to translate complex neuroscience into clear, actionable guidance for parents.

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Dr. Maggie Vaughan, LMFT, PHD

Child and family therapist with 15+ years helping families through emotional challenges. She shaped the Thrive Assessment to deliver therapeutic-level insights in a format parents can understand and use immediately.

Our researchers.

We're a team of neuroscientists, educators, and psychologists with decades of experience studying emotional development.

We had the data, the frameworks, the research. But when it came to understanding our own kids, we still felt uncertain. The science didn't always translate to real life.

So we built what we desperately needed: a way to truly understand children, not just in theory, but in the everyday moments that shape who they become.

The Thrive Assessment turns decades of cutting-edge science into something personal and practical: clear insight about your child.

Their triggers. Their strengths. Their exact needs.

No generic advice. Just the roadmap we wish we'd had.

The science behind Thrive.

Expertise

Developed by clinical psychologists. Each strategy reflects age, stage, norms, and emotional profile.

Gold Standard

Uses Gold-Standard PROMIS and NIH Toolbox population-based assessments, Northwestern University.

Validated

Delivers accurate, evidence-based insights you can trust.

Evidence Based

Transforms complex science into practical strategies for your child's growth.

How it works

How it works.

  • 1

    Answer questions about your child.

    Think about their typical behaviors, reactions, and patterns.

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    Get your complete Thrive Report.

    See their emotional blueprint across 5 key domains.

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    Discover what to do next.

    Specific strategies for YOUR child, not generic advice.

The 5 domains that shape your child's world.

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Emotion Regulation

How your child manages stress and big emotions

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Resilience

Your child's ability to bounce back after setbacks

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Emotional Stability

How consistently your child feels emotionally safe and anchored in themselves

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Confidence

Your child's belief in their own strengths and ability to take on challenges

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Social Connection

How your child navigates friendships and relationships

What parents are saying.

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The Thrive Assessment™ gave me insights I never had before. Now I understand why my daughter reacts the way she does, and I have real strategies that actually work.

Sarah, mom of Emma (age 8)

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FAQs

What could cost you $3,500 is $299.

One-Time Price. No subscription. Just clarity and support for your parenting journey.

  • checkUnderstand what's really going on (30-min assessment)
  • checkSee their complete emotional picture
  • checkGet strategies that actually work
  • checkAccess insights whenever you need them
  • checkWatch them grow with confidence