Does my Child have Separation Anxiety?
Life is full of separations, from birth to nursery to starting school, leaving home and death. The addition of a pandemic may explain why so many parents are contacting me
Read moreLife is full of separations, from birth to nursery to starting school, leaving home and death. The addition of a pandemic may explain why so many parents are contacting me
Read moreWe live in constantly changing times, and it’s been a tough year for us all. The summer holiday is around the corner. There is no better time to practise relaxation
Read moreAnxiety is a normal response to a threat; sometimes, it’s good for us. It helps to keep us alert when we are about to take a test or do something
Read moreIt’s been quite some time since children have attended school. During the crisis, young people experienced an extended period of disruption. For some, there may have loss and grief. Therefore,
Read moreWe are living in challenging and uncertain times. The long-term impact of COVID-19 is unknown. Above all, children could not engage with school, friends, or activities. Consequently, some children may
Read more** Updated**This Autumn term feels so different than before. Knowing how to help your child feel secure about returning to school must be hard. There’s no perfect answer to managing
Read moreNow, with so many schools closed. We are either working from home or tending to our children without childcare for the foreseeable future. As the wheel of natural order continues
Read moreI imagine your child has returned from school and is talking about Coronavirus. The media is full of it and I imagine you are worried and concerned too. It’s hard
Read moreParents often ask me about free resources on anxiety. I thought I would offer you a snapshot of my favourite books, websites, and Apps that may help your child now.
Read moreWorries and fears are all part of normal child development. Anxiety can rule your child’s life and lead your life. It’s sometimes hard to determine whether it’s a disorder or
Read moreEvery parent knows starting school is not just about buying uniforms and pens. The transition brings many feelings, not just theirs. I know it may seem early to think about
Read moreIt’s study and exam time. I feel for you, and I am so relieved that we all survived five years of exams. Just remember, you will all survive it. Here
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