The Correlation Between Dyslexia and Anxiety in Children

The Correlation Between Dyslexia and Anxiety in Children Imagine going to school every day knowing that you will struggle in nearly every subject.  No matter how hard you try, the words you read, the letters you write, and the math you compute will prove to be more challenging to you than to your peers.  Regardless… Continue reading The Correlation Between Dyslexia and Anxiety in Children

Selective Mutism in Children: A Mother’s Story

Selective Mutism in Children- A Mother’s Story of Understanding, Treatment, and Hope Incredible thanks to Leslie Peckham for sharing the story of her family’s journey with Selective Mutism in children. We knew there was something going on that made our daughter afraid and antisocial in certain environments. We just didn’t know it had a name… Continue reading Selective Mutism in Children: A Mother’s Story

An Open Letter to My Daughter’s Therapist on Mother’s Day

Dear [Therapist], We met you for the first time on April 9, 2018, the date etched in my memory forever, as it was the first time that I truly felt understood. Thank you.  Without you, I cannot begin to imagine what our life would be like.  While physically, I was alive when we first met,… Continue reading An Open Letter to My Daughter’s Therapist on Mother’s Day

9 Enjoyable Activities for Children with Anxiety

  9 Enjoyable Activities for Children with Anxiety   Children with anxiety are incredibly unique.  Some may be quiet and reserved, with or without feelings of anxiety.  Others, (like my daughter) are outgoing, social extroverts without anxiety, but quiet and needy when anxious.  It can be challenging to plan activities to do together as a… Continue reading 9 Enjoyable Activities for Children with Anxiety

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