Counseling for Kids…What to Expect at the First Appointment

Counseling for Kids…What to Expect at the First Appointment   Finally, after much searching and waiting for an open appointment, you are your child are ready to attend the first therapy appointment for your child’s anxiety.  Unfortunately, now you have anxiety over what to expect…I hope that isn’t true, but there seems to be a… Continue reading Counseling for Kids…What to Expect at the First Appointment

How To Explain Anxiety To A Child

How To Explain Anxiety To A Child For children of any age, knowledge is power.  This is so very true for anxiety! In order for children to manage their anxiety, they must have an understanding of what is happening inside their mind and body.  Children must be equipped with the knowledge and coping skills in… Continue reading How To Explain Anxiety To A Child

5 Personality Traits That Make My Anxious Daughter A Warrior

5 Personality Traits that Make My Anxious Daughter a Warrior At just 13, my daughter is a warrior.  She battles anxiety like her life depends on it, never knowing when the beast will rear its gnarly head.  Her senses are heightened at all times, just waiting to engage when her heart races, palms turn sweaty,… Continue reading 5 Personality Traits That Make My Anxious Daughter A Warrior

Published
Categorized as Our Story

The Importance of Externalizing Anxiety with a Worry Monster

The Importance of Externalizing Anxiety with a Worry Monster   Anxiety is a bully.  It bosses your child around, tells them they are not good enough, and causes high amounts of fear.  Suddenly, your anxious child begins to see anxiety as a part of them, bringing down their self-confidence and opinion of themselves.  The best… Continue reading The Importance of Externalizing Anxiety with a Worry Monster

Do You Know How To Help A Child With Anxiety In The Classroom?

Do You Know How To Help A Child With Anxiety In The Classroom? Students spend roughly 1,000 hours at school each year.  This is a significant part of each child’s life, particularly during the school year.  For many children, especially young ones, they spend more of their “awake” hours at school than at home.  With… Continue reading Do You Know How To Help A Child With Anxiety In The Classroom?

You Cannot “Fix” Your Anxious Child No Matter How Hard You Try

You Cannot “Fix” Your Anxious Child No Matter How Hard You Try Thanks to Little Blog of Positivity for allowing me to guest post about Parenting an Anxious Child.   For parents like myself, the fierce need to shield your child from unpleasant feelings can lead to a significant increase in anxious thoughts and feelings.… Continue reading You Cannot “Fix” Your Anxious Child No Matter How Hard You Try