A little worrying has purpose.
Too much is paralyzing.
Anxiety is nature’s way of keeping us safe.
But it has taken over your child's life. They ...
Plead to stay home from school​
Won't fall asleep alone
Avoid activities as they won't be any good
Repeatedly ask questions for reassurance
Complain about headaches & stomachaches
"Don't make me go"
"I'm no good at anything"
You want to help your child face their fears.
And unsure how hard to push. You are ...
Confused. Why is your child afraid all the time?
Saddened.Are they missing out on the fun years?
Worried. Will this anxiety increase as they get older?
Frustrated. It's a struggle to get to school on time.
Depleted. You need more sleep and less stress.
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At the core of my work is a belief in "Yes ... And ... And"
YES to all emotions, AND let's understand why, AND change is always possible.
YES
I accept you feel anxious
As we talk and engage in activities, your child sees I am taking their anxiety seriously.
This encourages them to continue sharing thoughts, feelings and responses about their life.
AND
I understand why you feel anxious
When a child sees I'm asking questions to understand them, and not judge them, something shifts. Then, they too can lean, with curiosity, into how they are thinking and be open to new views.
AND
You are bigger than your fears
Together, we identify small, manageable steps to face fears one at a time, celebrating every victory along the way. Your child's growing confidence becomes the motivation to keep moving forward.
In parenting consultations ...
I'll share research about childhood anxiety and my own observations
Explore new events in your child's life and how therapy is changing their engagement
Discuss how the themes I'm seeing in session show up at home and school
Provide guidance on how to respond to your child during anxious moments
"I don't feel safe"
"They will laugh at me"
Therapy changes your child's perspective and behaviors
Your child is enjoying and engaging with their childhood
Day-to-day events, such as going to school, are routine
Willing to try new activities and persist even when they are challenging
When fear does show up, you and your child child can respond with confidence