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Sleepovers and Separation Anxiety: Helping Your Child Feel Confident and Connected
Sleepover Anxiety & Separation Worries
Many kids feel nervous about sleepovers—that’s normal! Separation anxiety can show up as worry about being away from home or missing parents.
Tips for Parents:
Start with small practice separations.
Walk through the sleepover plan together.
Pack comfort items or coping tools.
Validate feelings without pushing.
Offer a clear backup plan if needed.
With support and reassurance, kids can gradually build confidence and independence.
Teen Going to College? Here are 5 Strategies Parents Can Do to Support Their Mental Health
Want some guidance and tips to help prepare your child for college? Here are 5 things to keep in mind as they prepare for their next adventure and to support their mental health!
5 Skills to Help You Regulate Your EmotionsWhen Your Child is Dysregulated
Learn skills and ways to regulate your emotions in this blog with special guest blog writer, Kayla Estenson Williams, LMFT!
Embracing the Green-Eyed Monster: Dealing with Jealousy
Learn all about navigating the feelings of jealousy and how you can support your child with this big emotion!
Halloween and ADHD: Unmasking the Superhero Within
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Creating a Calming Oasis for Kids: Tips for Parents of Anxious and Perfectionistic Children
Ideas to create a calm, safe, and recharging space for your child! This is great for children who tend to struggle with anxiety or perfectionism.
5 Great Books for Children and Anxiety
Need some ideas for books to support your child with worries or anxiety? Here are a few recommendations that I like to use with my clients! These are great books for children ages 5-12 and reading can be a great way to learn about anxiety and what to do when it shows up!
10 Ideas for Transitions and Routines to Prevent Meltdowns
Here is a list of 10 strategies to prevent meltdowns and with routines and transitions!
Dealing with Relational Aggression
What is “Relational Aggression”? Learn about this type of bullying, the signs and symptoms, and how to support your child or teen if they are experiencing this with their friends.
10 Games to Build Stop-and-Think Skills and Regulation
10 easy and fun games and activities to promote your child’s stop-and-think skills and overall regulation. Little to no equipment needed!
School Anxiety: Ideas to Support Your Child or Teen for the Big First Day
Back to school anxiety: Tips for parents on supporting your child or teen as they gear up for the first day of school if they are experiencing anxiety or worries.