Does this sound familiar? Your child:
Has trouble sleeping alone - they crawl into your bed at night, expect you to sleep in their room, or won’t fall asleep without elaborate bedtime routines
Texts/calls you multiple times, when you are out, frequently asking you when you’ll return or you’re avoiding going out because you know your child will be worried
Is constantly asking you for reassurance or for special items to help with their anxiety
Follows you around the house, asks you to go with them when they need to leave a room, or you’re shouting out “I’m just going upstairs, I’ll be right back!”
Has difficulty saying goodbye at school drop off and struggles to attend after school activities without your presence
Has a meltdown if things do not go “perfectly” and they check things over and over to ensure they didn’t make a mistake
Your life is consumed by your child’s worries and you’re ready to make changes!
You want to see your child be more confident, have more peaceful family moments, and get back some personal time (and your own bed!).
I’ve helped frustrated and overwhelmed parents, like you, do just that, with the SPACE treatment approach.
Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) is an evidenced-based approach to treat childhood Anxiety and OCD. This parent-based program decreases your stress, while helping your child overcome their anxiety.
Using a step by step process, I'll teach you:
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The basics of anxiety and the anxiety cycle
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How parents become a part of the anxiety cycle
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What to say when your child is scared
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How to make necessary changes
Still not sure if SPACE is right for your family? Take a look at some frequently asked questions:
Shouldn’t my child be in treatment instead of me?
Research shows that SPACE is just as effective as individual therapy for children. Sometimes our well-intentioned reactions to their anxiety can actually make things harder for them to cope. SPACE teaches you how to support your child in managing their fears long-term.
We’ve tried therapy before, why will this work?
SPACE isn’t traditional therapy. It empowers parents with life long skills that work even when previous therapy didn’t, or if your child is too young or resistant to their own therapy.
Is this time consuming?
While SPACE requires some commitment, the tools you’ll learn will benefit your child throughout their life. The time you invest now can save years of stress and worry about your child’s anxiety.
Does my child need an official diagnosis to benefit?
No. SPACE is effective for any child dealing with anxiety, even without a formal diagnosis. It can prevent anxiety from escalating into a larger issue.
Do both parents need to attend SPACE sessions?
While it is beneficial for both parents to learn these skills, it’s not mandatory. I work with your family's needs.