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Five Things Therapists Wish Parents Knew Before Starting Child Therapy
Starting child therapy can leave parents wondering what happens in sessions, how involved they should be, and how they will know whether therapy is working. Learn five important things to know about child therapy, including privacy, progress, play, caregiver involvement, and the importance of the therapeutic relationship.
Erika Gilmore
Aug 139 min read
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When Should I Worry About My Child's Anxiety?
Worry is a normal part of childhood, but how do you know when your child's anxiety needs more support? Learn which signs to watch for, how anxiety can appear through avoidance, perfectionism, physical symptoms, and reassurance seeking, and when it may be time to talk with a therapist.
Erika Gilmore
Aug 119 min read
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What Is Emotional Regulation? (And Why Everyone Talks About It)
Emotional regulation doesn't mean being calm all the time. Learn what regulation and dysregulation actually look like, how co-regulation helps children develop emotional skills, and practical ways children and adults can navigate big feelings.
Erika Gilmore
Aug 108 min read
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When Your Child Doesn't Want to Talk About Therapy: What Parents Should Know
If your child says they "just played" or won't talk about therapy, you're not alone. Learn why this is common, what actually happens during child therapy, and how parents can support the therapeutic process while respecting their child's growing independence.
Erika Gilmore
Aug 75 min read
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Back-to-School Isn't Hard for Every Child in the Same Way: Understanding Anxiety at Every Age
Back-to-school anxiety isn't one-size-fits-all. From preschool separation anxiety to college transition stress, learn how anxiety changes with each developmental stage and discover practical ways to support your child with confidence and compassion.
Erika Gilmore
Aug 64 min read
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Why "Good Kids" Often Struggle the Most with Anxiety
Some children with anxiety are the ones who seem to have it all together. Learn how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and masking can hide anxiety, the subtle signs parents often miss, and how to support your child with confidence and compassion.
Erika Gilmore
Aug 54 min read
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