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TELL ME IT WILL BE OKShould I step in to calm down my anxious child?In this episode of the Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast, Dawn Friedman addresses a listener's question about whether to step in and help a child calm down or focus on teaching distress tolerance. Dawn explains how child anxiety leads to avoidance, not just of feared objects or situations, but also of the discomforting feelings themselves. She discusses strategies to help children tolerate these feelings, providing real-world examples. Additionally, Dawn examines how a parent's own anxiety can fuel their child's anxiety and shares various methods families can use to manage these challenging situations. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding and...
2025-11-0112 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKTaking Care in Troubled TimesWelcome to the Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast, hosted by Dawn Friedman, who has over three decades of experience working with children and families. In this episode, Dawn addresses the widespread anxiety caused by unprecedented times and political upheaval, particularly since the Trump administration. She shares her experiences as a progressive therapist serving diverse clients and discusses the impact of societal issues on personal anxiety, emphasizing the importance of self-care. Dawn offers practical advice on managing news consumption, setting priorities, and finding meaningful ways to contribute to societal issues without overwhelming oneself. She encourages listeners to focus on maintaining strong...
2025-10-0122 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow can I help my anxious child build distress tolerance skills?Welcome to the Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast, hosted by Dawn Friedman, an expert with over 30 years of experience in working with children and families. In this episode, Dawn addresses the question, 'How can I help my anxious child build distressed tolerance skills?' She explains the concept of distress tolerance skills, emphasizing their importance in coping with anxiety. Using relatable examples, Dawn provides practical strategies for parents to help their children tolerate anxiety and distress. She underscores the importance of acknowledging small successes and gradually building these skills, highlighting that growth in managing distress is a gradual process. Dawn...
2025-09-0115 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKPodcast Update and Summer PlansTaking a Summer Break and Future PlansHi everyone and welcome to the Child Anxiety Fact Podcast. My name is Dawn Friedman, and I've spent over three decades working with children and families in various roles. In this episode, instead of answering questions, I explain why I'm taking a break for the summer and discuss my future plans. I'll be busy with increased speaking engagements and working on a book proposal titled 'Tell Me It Will Be Okay,' focusing on supporting anxious children. On a personal note, my daughter is moving back home to start college...
2025-07-1516 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat do I do if I can't make my anxious child feel better?Welcome to the Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast, hosted by Dawn Friedman, a seasoned expert in child and family support with over 30 years of experience. In this episode, Dawn addresses a common concern from parents: what to do when their anxious child is upset, especially when the goal is not to make them feel better immediately. Dawn explains the importance of helping children face their fears gradually through exposure plans, and highlights the value of teaching children to tolerate discomfort. The episode offers practical strategies, such as modeling calm behavior and validating the child's feelings without agreeing with their fears...
2025-07-0111 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow can I involve siblings in our family's child anxiety management?In this episode, Dawn Friedman, an experienced child anxiety expert, answers a listener's question about how to involve siblings in the management of a child's anxiety. Dawn discusses the impact of family dynamics on siblings, the importance of recognizing and addressing parenting pitfalls, and strategies to ensure that non-anxious siblings receive the attention and support they need. She emphasizes the significance of understanding each child's unique needs and offers practical advice such as taking her Parenting Pitfalls Quiz to gain insights into family patterns. The episode highlights the balance between supporting an anxious child and maintaining a healthy environment...
2025-06-1510 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat are your thoughts about reward charts for anxious children?In this episode of the Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast, Dawn Friedman addresses a listener's question about the use of reward charts for anxious children. Dawn shares her extensive experience working with families and discusses the complexities of using rewards and charts. She explains her flexible stance on rewards, noting the potential pitfalls, such as children focusing on rewards rather than the process. Dawn also highlights the importance of celebrating family efforts and accomplishments holistically. For more insights and to post your own questions, visit ChildAnxietySupport.com/podcast.00:00 Introduction to Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast00:29 Thoughts on Re...
2025-05-1511 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy did my anxious child's good work in therapy wear off?In this episode of the Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast, Dawn Friedman addresses a listener's question about why a child's progress in therapy can seem to wear off over time. Dawn explains that anxiety in children is often reinforced by family patterns, termed 'Parenting Pitfalls', which unknowingly support avoidance behaviors. She discusses the importance of continuous practice and parental involvement in managing anxiety and reinforces that setbacks are a normal part of the learning process. Listeners are encouraged to revisit therapy if needed and to apply the skills learned consistently across different contexts and developmental stages. For submitting questions, visit...
2025-05-0111 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow can I encourage my child to become more independent in managing their anxiety?In this episode of the Child Anxiety FAQ podcast, Dawn Friedman addresses how to encourage children to become more independent in managing their anxiety. Dawn emphasizes the importance of self-education on child anxiety, modeling coping strategies, practicing these strategies with your child, and consistently offering encouragement. She also discusses allowing children to make their own choices and decisions, even if it involves experiencing failure. Dawn shares personal anecdotes and insights on guiding children to be resilient and independent in managing their anxiety. Listeners are invited to submit their questions on her social media or website.00:00 Introduction to C...
2025-04-1510 min
Brainstorms: Functional Neurorehab for SLPsBRAINSTORMS REWIND: Understanding and Caring for Individuals with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) with Dawn Ducca-Originally Aired: October 3, 2024 -Guest: Dawn DuccaEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD:https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Understanding-and-Caring-for-Individuals-with-FrontotemporalIn this episode, Renee is joined by Dawn Ducca, who serves as a volunteer Ambassador for The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration. Frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) is a group of brain disorders that primarily impact personality, behavior, and language skills. This combination presents unique challenges for caregivers. Discussion includes medical aspects of the disease, psychological symptoms, and the progression of the disease that wreaks havoc on daily life. Some of the...
2025-04-031h 01TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat do I do if I've pushed my anxious child too far?Welcome to the Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast with Dawn Friedman, where listeners' questions about child and teen anxiety are answered by a seasoned child anxiety expert. In this episode, Dawn discusses what to do if you've pushed your anxious child too far, illustrated through a common scenario featuring 'Joan,' a 10-year-old with school refusal. Dawn explains how the family's efforts to manage anxiety may unintentionally exacerbate it by creating restrictive routines. Instead of focusing solely on conflict points like the morning routine, Dawn advises examining broader family dynamics to identify and untangle various 'Parenting Pitfalls.' If you...
2025-03-1511 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKIs my anxious child coping or overwhelmed?Welcome to "The Child Anxiety FAQ" podcast, where we dive deep into the everyday challenges and questions that parents face when dealing with child and teen anxiety. I'm Dawn Friedman, and with over 30 years of experience working with kids and families, I'm here to offer practical advice and support. In each episode, I aim to tackle the questions you're losing sleep over, like how to differentiate between healthy coping crying and when your child might be overwhelmed or in distress. This episode references episode 120: What does healthy coping with child anxiety look like? If you like what...
2025-03-0111 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat are some practical steps I can take to encourage my child to tolerate their anxiety?In today's episode of The Child Anxiety FAQ, host Dawn Friedman MSEd addresses a crucial question from our listeners: What are some practical steps I can take to encourage my child to tolerate their anxiety? With over 30 years of experience working with children and families, I offer general strategies that can be adapted to different age groups and situations. The goal is not to eliminate anxiety, but to help children understand and tolerate it. I emphasize education about the normalcy of anxiety, externalizing it by giving it a name or character, and developing strategies to engage with it. Join...
2024-11-0111 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I deal with my anger towards my anxious child?Welcome back to another episode of The Child Anxiety FAQ, where your questions about child and teen anxiety are answered. I'm your host, Dawn Friedman, and today we're diving into a challenging but common issue many parents face: dealing with anger towards their anxious children. With over three decades of experience working with families, I'm here to help you understand the roots of this anger, often linked to catching your child's anxiety, and offer strategies to manage it. Join me as we explore how to create space for yourself, recognize anxiety's role in these emotions, and foster forgiveness and...
2024-10-1512 minBrainstorms: Functional Neurorehab for SLPsUnderstanding and Caring for Individuals with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) with Dawn DuccaGuest: Dawn Ducca - In this episode, Renee is joined by Dawn, who serves as a volunteer Ambassador for The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration. Frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) is a group of brain disorders that primarily impact personality, behavior, and language skills. This combination presents unique challenges for caregivers. Discussion includes medical aspects of the disease, psychological symptoms, and the progression of the disease that wreaks havoc on daily life. Some of the complexities of caregiving include the physical and emotional toll, but combined with coping and self-care strategies, caregivers can learn ways to support their well-being. Join Renee and...
2024-10-031h 00TELL ME IT WILL BE OKShould I let my anxious child have a phone?Hey, everyone. Welcome to the Child Anxiety FAQ podcast, where we tackle your pressing questions about child and teen anxiety. I'm Dawn Friedman, your host, with over 30 years of experience working with kids and families. In this week's episode, we'll confront a dilemma many parents face: should you let your anxious child have a phone? This question isn't straightforward, especially when considering the myriad complications of digital life, such as social media, online games, and the addictive nature of screens. I'll guide you through the difference between restriction and caution, provide insights into how to navigate these choices, and...
2024-09-1816 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat are some practical ways to address the academic pressures and expectations that contribute to my child's anxiety?Welcome back to The Child Anxiety FAQ podcast, where we tackle listener questions about child and teen anxiety. I'm your host, Dawn Friedman, and with over three decades of experience working with kids and families, I aim to bring you practical advice and insights. As the school year kicks off, many parents are concerned about the academic pressures their children face. Today's episode is all about exploring those pressures and finding ways to manage them effectively. We'll discuss the different kinds of academic stress kids encounter at various stages, from second graders to high school juniors, and how external...
2024-09-1112 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhen should I be concerned about my anxious child?This week we explore parental concern in regards to child anxiety and what it means if the child is anxious and what if it means if they aren't (or at least if they aren't clinically anxious). Remember to reach out to me if you have further questions!Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build...
2024-01-3109 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I help my anxious child feel heard and understood?This week we talk about how we can support our anxious child and help them feel validated without joining them in their anxiety.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the coached and un-coached versions!
2024-01-2410 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKCan children have panic attacks?We talk about what panic attacks are; discuss panic disorder; and get into some of the controversy and complications around the issue.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the coached and un-coached versions! ...
2024-01-1711 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKShould I homeschool my anxious child?I get a lot of questions about homeschooling for kids with social anxiety or separation anxiety. Get my take on this week's episode of The Child Anxiety FAQ!Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the...
2024-01-1010 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat about gentle parenting for older kids with anxiety?I respond to a longer question a listener had about her 10-year old refusing to sleep alone with some general thoughts about gentle parenting and child anxiety. For more specific support, my Child Anxiety Support program is always here for you and your family!Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and...
2023-08-3011 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKCan I parent so well that my child won't have anxiety?This episode offers a special message to the parent who's feeling guilty about the struggles of their anxious child or teen. Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the coached and un-coached versions! RESILIENCY S...
2023-08-2310 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I handle child anxiety meltdowns?We talk about the difference between anxious tantrums and meltdowns and talk about first steps for learning how to deal with them.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the coached and un-coached versions! ...
2023-08-1613 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I get out of the anxious reassurance loop?Reassuring is the stickiest and the sneakiest of the parenting pitfalls. Let's talk about getting out of the reassurance loop!Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the coached and un-coached versions! RESILIENCY SPRINT
2023-08-0912 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat if I don't mind being stuck in the Parenting Pitfalls?I appreciate this question from a parent who's been listening to the podcast and says she doesn't mind being stuck in the Parenting PItfalls and wanted to know what I had to say about that. My answer might surprise you.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious...
2023-08-0214 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat does successful child anxiety treatment look like?Since anxiety doesn't really have a cure -- because anxious brains are gonna be anxious -- what can parents expect from successful child anxiety treatment? Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the coached and un-coached v...
2023-07-2614 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKAre there any downsides to practicing gentle parenting with an anxious child?We take a look at gentle parenting, conscious parenting, respectful parenting, attachment parenting -- whatever term you use -- and consider how it impacts child anxiety and child anxiety treatment. I mention Parenting Pitfalls and remember you can take the quiz at http://ChildAnxietySupport.com/quizMentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater...
2023-07-0518 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow does Pathological Demand Avoidance or PDA fit with regular anxiety?On this week's episode we do a quick dive into the controversies around the PDA diagnosis then jump to how it relates to anxiety treatment. You can check out the PDA webinar I mention on the show by going to ChildAnxietySupport.com/demands and use the code PODCAST to get 50% off the $27 training.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all...
2023-06-2815 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKShould I tell my child that they have anxiety?This question comes up for parents who are concerned that giving their child a diagnosis may limit their functioning in some way. We explore it and discuss the reasons for being explicit with kids about their anxiety.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then...
2023-06-2111 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat do I need to teach my child about anxiety?Tackling child anxiety has two tasks. The first is to confront the anxiety. The second is learning the cognitive behavioral tools to manage anxiety. We talk about that second task this week on The Child Anxiety FAQ.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then...
2023-05-2414 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I find time to manage my child's anxiety?Think of learning to manage your child's anxiety like learning to cook. We dive into that metaphor to explain just why it might be messier than you think and why that's just fine.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code...
2023-05-1712 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat do I do when my child doesn't want to deal with their anxiety?This week we talk about how child anxiety is always a family systems issue and how we can shift the system by shifting our own behavior whether or not our child is motivated to change. Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then s...
2023-05-1011 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKDoes my child have social anxiety or are they just shy?It can be difficult to understand the differences between a shy child, an introverted child, and a socially anxious child especially when those things overlap. In this week's episode we look at ways to determine whether a child's reluctance to be social is their natural way of functioning or if it might be cause for concern. Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site t...
2023-05-0311 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow can I tell the difference between an accommodation and a support for my child's anxiety?Today we explore the difference between accommodations and support using the definition from the study cited below, which is "changes in parents’ behavior in attempts to prevent or reduce child distress." Johanna Thompson-Hollands, Caroline E. Kerns, Donna B. Pincus, Jonathan S. Comer, Parental accommodation of child anxiety and related symptoms: Range, impact, and correlates, Journal of Anxiety Disorders, Volume 28, Issue 8, 2014, Pages 765-773, ISSN 0887-6185,Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of M...
2023-04-2611 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKDoes mindfulness help child anxiety?This week we discuss what mindfulness is, how it works, how it helps child anxiety, and how to do it. I also invite you to get my free 7-day Get Yourself Grounded email course by taking the Parenting Pitfalls quiz at http://ChildAnxietySupport.com/quizMentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence...
2023-04-1913 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I address child anxiety that's the result of trauma?This week I talk about anxiety in the context of a post traumatic stress disorder diagnosis and discuss how it should be addressed. I mention EMDRIA.org in the podcast and wanted to be sure to include a link. You can also read more about the other treatments I mention here: TF-CBT (this links to a PDF published by The National Child Traumatic Stress Network) What is PCIT? (a definition and explainer about Parent-Child Interaction Therapy from PCIT international) Child-Parent Psychotherapy Research overview Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Res...
2023-04-1215 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat can I do when I feel like I've failed my anxious child?This episode is a response to a listener having a tough time and I hope they hear it and find comfort in the answer. And if you, too, are needing support right now, I hope it speaks to you and makes your way a little easier.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater...
2023-04-0517 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat derails child anxiety treatment?This week’s question is meant to address the concerns of parents who contact me and say they’ve tried to get their child help and it isn’t working or it hasn’t worked and they’re asking me what to do next. So I’m squishing all of these questions together into one to talk about the things that get in the way of child anxiety treatment. Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast liste...
2023-03-2918 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKDoes social media cause teen anxiety?The short answer is yes, social media absolutely can cause teen anxiety so I use this episode to talk about what parents can -- and should -- do about it. I mention the report: The Common Sense Census published by the Center on Media and Human Development at Northwestern University, which you can download as a PDF here: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/research/report/common-sense-parent-census_whitepaper_new-for-web.pdfMentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount...
2023-03-2216 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKDo you recommend any supplements for child anxiety?While the answer to this question is out of my professional scope of practice, I was able to find information in a literature review specifically about the member's question in regards to vitamin D, which you can find here: The Influence of Vitamin D Intake and Status on Mental Health in Children: A Systematic Review We talk about that and also use this episode to discuss the importance of taking a multipronged approach to the treatment of child anxiety and why that's important.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a...
2023-03-1514 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I explain to my anxious child that they don't need to be scared?This week I explain why we need to reframe the question "How do I explain to my anxious child that they don't need to be scared" to "How do I help my anxious child cope with their fear when they are scared?"Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in...
2023-03-0812 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I get my anxious child to sleep alone?This week we talk about child anxiety and how it can make it hard for some anxious kids to fall asleep (and stay asleep) on their own. I also mention that in March 2023 the theme for the Child Anxiety Support site is Meltdowns and that in April 2023 we'll be walking through the 6-week Strong Kids, Strong Families child anxiety program all together as a cohort. You can join the program at any time but to take the program in real time with me and the rest of the community, just join by the first week of April 2023. You can...
2023-03-0114 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy doesn't encouragement help my anxious child?It may seem counterintuitive but encouragment doesn't always help an anxious child. Learn the two reasons why this is so on this week's episode of The Child Anxiety FAQ.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off...
2023-02-2215 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I motivate my anxious child to deal with their anxiety?This week we discuss why we need to shift our focus from motivating our anxious child and where we need to shift it to make a real difference in our parenting.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to...
2023-02-1514 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I co-parent my anxious child with someone who causes more problems with the anxiety?This is a topic I get asked about a lot and was finally inspired to record it after receiving a long submission from a listener that included this: “Do we just carry on with how we handle her anxiety in our care despite being different? How does an anxious child cope with split homes? How do we ensure the anxious child doesn't play the parents off against each other (which currently happens). We are lost and her anxiety is getting worse.” I break it down and while my answers may not be easy to hear (or ea...
2023-02-0812 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKIf anxiety treatment should include parents, what about treatment for ADHD or autism?This question came up after I did a reel on instagram and TikTok where I was talking about the research behind child anxiety treatment and someone asked, "Is this true with autism and adhd then too?” Even though it isn’t anxiety specific, there is certainly enough overlap in these diagnoses that I thought it was worth discussing. I mention two studies in this episode and wanted to include the citations here. Dobham, V. E. (2012) Do anxiety-disordered children need to come into the clinic for efficacious treatment? Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 80, 465-476. Jame...
2023-02-0116 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I teach my anxious child coping skills?We talk about coping skills -- what does that mean? what are those skills? how do we teach them to our kids? -- and explore what research has to say about anxiety treatment for kids. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is gi...
2023-01-2513 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I support the siblings of my anxious child?Anxious kids can take up a lot of the family's bandwidth. We talk about how to support siblings while also supporting our anxious child and discuss the Parenting Pitfalls than can trap siblings, too. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given...
2023-01-1815 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat can I do about my anxious child's temper?Whew -- a tough question that comes up a lot. I'm not sure you're going to like the answer but I hope it helps you understand why anxiety treatment is complicated and needs to be personalized for every family and every child. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis...
2023-01-1113 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I stop getting angry with my anxious child?Welcome back to The Child Anxiety FAQ here in the new year! This is such a terrific question to start out and I am so proud of the person who asked because many of us -- in fact, I'd say most of us! -- struggle with this very issue! Let's talk about it -- what do we do about it when we get angry with our anxious child? And why is it happening? While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.
2023-01-0412 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKUpdate EpisodeThis is the last podcast of 2022 and I share what I'll be focusing on for our relaunch in 2023. You can also learn a little bit more about what inspires me to do the work that I do and how my parenting philosophy informs my work with parents of anxious kids and teens. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is...
2022-11-1614 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy isn't therapy working for my anxious child?There are lots of reasons why your anxious child's anxiety might not be improving with therapy. We talk about them on this week's episode. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on th...
2022-11-0912 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I change my anxious child?Parents reach out for help because they need their anxious child to learn to not be anxious or to handle their anxiety more effectively. But we can't make our anxious child or even want to change. What we can do is focus on our own change. In this week's episode, we dig into this uncomfortable truth. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but...
2022-11-0209 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do we know when to push our anxious child and when not to push?Figuring out when to intervene with our anxious child is tricky and it's personal. Here are some questions to consider as you're trying to figure it out. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or op...
2022-10-2609 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat if my child's anxiety is rooted in real fear?There's a difference between appropriate anxiety -- when there is real danger -- and dysfunctional anxiety -- when anxiety is not serving its purpose. Today we talk about those differences and how our own histories can make knowing the difference more challenging. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basi...
2022-10-1909 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy do kids love to play about things that scare them?I love talking about children's play and this episode gives me the opportunity to do that. Play is a great way for kids -- especially anxious kids -- to process their fears. Listen in to learn more including how to know if it's a problem and what you can do to help. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “st...
2022-10-1212 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKIs it better to make my anxious child sleep on their own?Last week we talked about whether or not co-sleeping causes separation anxiety and concluded that no, it's more complicated than that and this week's question is related so I scheduled them right next to each other. Now you might remember I said that if a family is happy co-sleeping, then great. Go for it. But this family is not and I totally understand. It’s ok to want to sleep by yourself. Will you be doing your child damage if you insist on it? Even if they’re scared? No. Let me explain more about that...
2022-10-0510 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKDoes co-sleeping make separation anxiety worse?This is one of those parenting decisions that I don’t think you can take out of context of the family functioning and say it is GOOD or BAD. It’s neutral. It’s good if your family likes it and it works and it’s bad if your family doesn’t like it and it doesn’t work. But does it cause separation anxiety? Let's talk about it. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast sh...
2022-09-2810 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat causes child anxiety and how do you fix it?I chose this big broad question on purpose so I could give you a big broad answer. I mention two other practitioners in this episode and here are the links to learn more about them: Eve Hermann LMT SEP at Source Emodiment (Eve hosts a monthly virtual gathering in our site) and Dr. Gabby Goldach at the inside space I hope you will check them out! While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of...
2022-09-2111 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy does myWhy does my child's anxiety make my anxiety worse? child's anxiety make my anxiety worse?This episode we talk about the three reasons we get anxious around our anxious child: first because it's catching, second because we share their worry, and third because we're worried about their anxiety. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regard...
2022-09-1410 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat should we do about our anxious child's negative self talk?It's common for anxious children to say mean things about themselves like, "I'm stupid. I'm a failure. I can't do anything right." Today we talk about what we can do when our anxious children are full of negative self talk. By the way, if you want to take the Parenting Pitfalls quiz mentioned in this episode, you can do so by going here. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used i...
2022-09-0710 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy do parents get blamed for their child's anxiety?This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Short answer? Because parents get blamed for everything. Long answer? Because it's complicated. Learn more on this week's episode. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of...
2022-08-3109 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKAm I being protective or over protective?It's a simple question but not a simple answer. This week we talk about how to check in and see if we're being appropriately protective or being over protective with our anxious kids. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not b...
2022-08-2409 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKIs my child really anxious or are they being manipulative?I explain why I think the word "manipulative" isn't helpful when we're talking about child anxiety and why anxious kids might display behaviors that adults may call "manipulative." This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal c...
2022-08-1710 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKIs it ok if I miss school because of anxiety?This week's question comes from an anonymous submission at my podcast page, which you can find here. The short answer is that no missing school due to anxiety is unlikely to help the anxiety but we also talk about other things you can do that might help. If you need help connecting to resources in your area, please contact the Crisis Lifeline at 988. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I m...
2022-08-1014 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKIs failure to launch caused by anxiety?Today we talk about "failure to launch" specifically in the context of anxiety. I also mention the SPACE (supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions) program. You can learn more about SPACE and find a practitioner at spacetreatment.net or check out my Child Anxiety Support program. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, s...
2022-08-0310 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do you distinguish between ADHD and anxiety in children?Anxiety and ADD/ADHD share some symptoms and to make things even more complicated, at least one third of all children and teens who are diagnosed with ADD/ADHD are also diagnosed with anxiety. We talk about this more in this week's podcast. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction o...
2022-07-2712 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat are some causes of separation anxiety disorder?Today we're talking about the ways that anxiety can begin or be perpetuated in the context of social anxiety (but also debunking the idea that there needs to be a traceable cause). This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be u...
2022-07-2019 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat's the most important thing parents of anxious kids need to know?Today I introduced my Bill of Rights for Anxious Kids, which was inspired by Ross Greene's Bill of Rights for Behaviorally Challenged Kids. You can download my Bill of Rights by going here: ChildAnxietySupport.com/rights You can learn more about Ross Green's work at his website, Lives in the Balance and download his bill of rights as a PDF right here. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I...
2022-07-1315 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I make a decision about anxiety medication for my child?A very brief overview of what to consider when you're making a decision about whether or not to seek medication support for your anxious child or teen. I make mention of the Anxiety Disorders: Parents’ Medication Guide from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, which you can download as a PDF here. It's a great starting point to help you understand what to talk about with your child's doctor. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for...
2022-07-0615 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I help a child with separation anxiety go to sleep?We talk about the importance of planning when we're working on sleep in the context of child anxiety especially because it's likely to get worse before it gets better. I also recommend the wonderful Macall Gordon as a sleep coach. You can find more info about her at her web site LittleLiveWires.com. You can also follow her at Instagram right here. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make e...
2022-06-2910 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKIs social anxiety disorder caused by trauma and bullying?In order to answer this question we talk about social anxiety -- what it is, what it looks like -- as well as why it might show up. I also share some interventions to help kids who are socially anxious. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.
2022-06-2213 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow can I be more patient with my anxious child? We consider two ways parents can get impatient with an anxious child -- in the moment and in the big picture relationship. Also here is a direct link to the quiz I mention in the show http://ChildAnxietySupport.com/pitfalls I hope you'll check it out! This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome a...
2022-06-1512 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy doesn't validating my anxious child work? Part 2I wanted to talk more about validation and anxiety and specifically how to validate and why to validate in that particular way. Thanks to my son, Noah, who let me share a couple of stories from his own growing up.❤️ This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. Th...
2022-06-0817 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy doesn't validating my anxious child work? The episode answers a listener submitted question which was much longer: “I’ve been following your instagram and listening to your podcast for sometime. You tell people to validate their child’s feelings but this does not work. It doesn’t calm down my child or make her less anxious so why are you recommending it?" That's a great question and gave me the opportunity to explain how the answer lies in adjusting our expectations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical...
2022-06-0112 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhy is it that most gifted children tend to have an anxiety disorder? We examine our assumptions about giftedness and anxiety, look at the research, and discuss the ways that anxiety and giftedness may overlap. I reference two studies in this episode, which you can find here. Mental Disorders Among Gifted and Nongifted Youth: A Selected Review of the Epidemiologic Literature Emotional and Behavioral Characteristics of Gifted Children and Their Families This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I...
2022-05-2512 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat do parents get wrong about child anxiety counseling?This week we talk about what parents need to understand when they bring their child to counseling to address anxiety. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “sta...
2022-05-1112 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKDoes reassuring my anxious child help?Anxious children and teens often demand repeated reassurances from their parents. In this episode we talk about whether or not giving them that reassurance help or hinder their struggle with anxiety. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used i...
2022-05-0411 minTELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat can you do with a 4-year old who might have anxiety?I take the opportunity to use this very specific question to speak more generally about temperament and how we can mistake a child with a high withdrawal temperament for anxiety (and how to tell the difference). This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or p...
2022-04-2708 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow can I find a therapist to help my anxious child?It's hard to find a therapist who works with children and teens. Here are some tips to help make your search a little easier. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited t...
2022-04-2009 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow is OCD different from generalized anxiety?This episode offers a rundown of what OCD actually is (hint: it's not being super neat and clean), how it shows up in kids, what parents can do about it and what NOT to do in treatment! This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website o...
2022-04-1312 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat can teachers do to help students with anxiety?This episode looks at what schools can do to support anxious kids with an introduction and overview to 504 plans. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of...
2022-04-0612 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKCan someone grow out of an anxiety disorder?To answer this question we look briefly at the idea of a disorder and discuss what this means in the context of diagnosis. Then we dig into the question. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any l...
2022-03-3009 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhen should I be concerned about my anxious child?This week we explore parental concern in regards to child anxiety and what it means if the child is anxious and what if it means if they aren't (or at least if they aren't clinically anxious). Remember to reach out to me if you have further questions! This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any c...
2022-03-2309 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow can I make my anxious child feel heard and understood?We talk about rupture and repair in healthy parent-child relationships and talk about what it has to do with the challenges of parenting an anxious child. By the way, you can find the citation for the paper I quote here: Repairing the Bond in Important Relationships: A Dynamic for Personality Maturation This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I wel...
2022-03-1609 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKCan children have panic attacks?We talk about what panic attacks are; discuss panic disorder; and get into some of the controversy and complications around the issue. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “sta...
2022-03-0911 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKShould I homeschool my child because of their social anxiety?We talk about when homeschooling an anxious child makes sense and when it doesn't. Have questions about anxious kids and homeschooling? Let me know! This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but n...
2022-03-0210 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I help my anxious child?We talk about what you can do FOR YOU to best help your anxious child with a promise to get into more specifics in future episodes. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not...
2022-02-2309 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKHow do I calm down my anxious child?This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. On this week's episode I get asked how to calm down an anxious child and we explore whether or not that's the thing we ought to be doing. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal c...
2022-02-1609 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKDoes an anxious parent make an anxious child?On this week's episode we talk about whether or not a parent can cause a child to be anxious (spoiler alert: no) and explore what influence a parent does have on their child's anxiety. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or podcast should no...
2022-02-0910 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKWhat are some signs that a child has anxiety?On this week's episode I share common signs that a child might be struggling with anxiety. I talk about somatic symptoms and behavioral symptoms and how to tell the difference between productive anxiety and anxiety that's become problematic. This podcast and website represents the opinions of me, Dawn Friedman MSEd. The content here should not be taken as clinical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure that the information I am sharing is accurate, I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. This website or p...
2022-02-0910 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKInterview with Erin Upchurch MSSA LISW-S of the Ohio REST CollectiveIn this episode we talk about the concept of Rest and the idea of doing Generative Work with Erin Upchurch MSSA LISW-S (she/her). Erin wears many many hats. She is the executive director of Kaleidoscope Youth Center; a Community Lecturer and Field Instructor at Ohio State University’s College of Social Work; a leader and activist in the Central Ohio community. In 2017 she ran for the Columbus City School Board on the Yes, We Can Columbus and she has served on several boards including including TransOhio and the Ohio AIDS Coalition. Currently, she is on the bo...
2021-12-281h 00
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKInterview with Harriet Brown, author of Shadow Daughter: A Memoir of EstrangementHarriet and I talk about her book, Shadow Daughter: A Memoir of Estrangement and discuss our own experiences of estrangement from our moms. We share the way estrangement ripples through families, how we cope with the pain of estrangement, and what we learned about ourselves in our relationships with our mothers. You can learn more about Harriet at her website here: http://harriet-brown.squarespace.com You can buy her memoir, Shadow Daughter, at Bookshop here (note: this is an affiliate link and any money I make from Bookshop is donated to Postpartum Support International).
2021-12-011h 08
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKYou Are Not Your MotherIn which I explain my absence, some big changes, some things that won't change and what's next.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for Resiliency Sprint at a discount!My signature course, Resiliency Sprint, is available at a discount JUST for podcast listeners in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Head to my site to learn all about this 4-week program to build greater confidence and competence in your anxious child and then sign up with code PODCAST to get 50% off the coached and un-coached versions! RESILIENCY SPRINT
2021-11-0314 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKYou Are Not Your Mother Episode 5Michelle Risser, a counselor specializing in perinatal mental health and a coach who works with moms who are therapists at JoyfulHappyMom.com, sits down to talk with me about burnout. We discuss: 05:03 What made her decide to go beyond counseling to add coaching to her repetoire 07:58 The special challenges for working moms in the past pandemic year 09:42 How a breast cancer diagnosis was her wake up call 13:53 How mindfulness changed her life for the better 18:36 Easy tips to add mindfulness to your own life 25:59 Michelle's e...
2021-06-0141 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKBoundaries with Deidre A. Prewitt MS LPCCI had a great time talking to Deidre A. Prewitt MS LPCC of ReconnectingColumbus.com about the ways that our relationship with our parents helps shape our relationship with our partners and why it's so important to set boundaries with our families of origin. Deidre had a lot of great things to say including: @5:52 How to know when your "couple bubble" is being violated and what to do about it @10:28 The difference between guilt and shame and what it has to say about the way we're functioning @13:54 Why you need to think about t...
2021-04-3052 min
TELL ME IT WILL BE OKResilience with Amy Marschall PhDThis year has been traumatic for ourselves and our kids but there are things we can do to help our children grow through it. I sit down to talk with Dr. Amy Marschall of ResiliencyMentalHealth.com to talk about parenting beyond the pandemic. Amy has a lot to share including: @4:19 Tips to help kids express big feelings appropriately without stepping on those feelings @13:18 Why you want your kids to be a challenge @14:13 How to tell that you're doing a good job helping your child with emotional regulation @18:35 A new way to l...
2021-04-0149 min