Help Me Help My Child:
Break Anxiety's Grip

So That I Can raise a child who feels supported—not pressured. stop second-guessing myself. respond—not react. show up when my child needs me most.

Parenting Is Stressful

On the outside, you’re managing.
On the inside, your mind doesn’t stop
— running through scenarios, second-guessing decisions,
trying to GET IT RIGHT for your child.

Stressed woman covering face

Overthinking isn’t helping.
It just wears you down.
But this isn’t about trying harder or figuring out more.
You need a DIFFERENT WAY to think through what’s already on your plate.

I don’t want you to care less.
I want to show you how to STRESS LESS.

No Parent Thinks..."My life is just too easy."

I created this Parenting Intensive – Help Me Help My Child: Break Anxiety’s Grip – because you’re the kind of parent who reflects.  You think about your patterns. You’ve probably done your own work.  You can see where your mind gets pulled into worry spirals—how quickly a thought can start to run, how convincing it can feel, how hard it is to just “let it go.”

And now you’re watching anxiety and stress show up in your child.

So you try to get ahead of it.  You think things through.  You choose your words carefully.  You want to respond in a way that teaches and actually helps—not just in the moment, but long-term. Because this matters deeply to you. You want more for your child than just temporary anxiety relief.  You want them to grow up with a different relationship to their thoughts.  A different kind of internal voice.  A story that doesn’t box them in the way yours sometimes has.

At the same time… you’re carrying a lot.

Work. Family. Parenting. Self-care. The mental load of keeping everything moving.  And trying to teach what you know, consistently, in real time.  That’s where it starts to feel like too much.

That’s when you know it’s time to Break Anxiety’s Grip.
On your mind. On your child. On the moments that matter most.

I’m known for keeping things SERIOUSLY SIMPLE, dialing into what’s PRACTICAL, and teaching EVIDENCE-BASED strategies. 

I’ll teach you what I know works (because I’ve done it for over 19 years in therapy with 1000s of anxious kids and parents!)

In Help Me Help My Child: Break Anxiety’s Grip, I'll show you the exact tools and strategies I use to navigate stress, anxiety, and overwhelm with patients in my <span style="color: #FF7612; font-style:italic"therapy practice, with my kids, and in my own day-to-day life.

As we work through Help Me Help My Child: Break Anxiety’s Grip, Help Me Help My Child: Break Anxiety’s Grip together, you will:

  • See anxiety clearly and recognize anxiety as it’s actually happening—not just “big emotions” or difficult behavior, but patterns like overthinking, perfectionism, shutdown, or constant reassurance-seeking—so you can finally make sense of what you’re seeing and know what to do in real time

  • Calm worry spirals quickly when you understand why logic doesn’t work in the moment—and use body-based strategies that help bring your child (and you) out of panic or overwhelm, so things don’t escalate the way they usually do

  • Break the loop seeing how anxiety pulls both of you into cycles—what-ifs, repeated questions, needing certainty—and learn how to interrupt those patterns without getting stuck in them

  • Respond with precision recognizing the moments where your response actually shapes what happens next—and know what to say and do so you’re not accidentally reinforcing anxiety

  • Stop their avoidance and shut-down patterns, noticing how anxiety relentlessly shrinks your child’s world—through hesitation, refusal, and constant “I can’t” statements—and learn how to support them in facing what’s hard without pushing too far or backing off too quickly

  • Finally! BREAK ANXIETY’S GRIP and build lasting skills by shifting from managing moment-to-moment anxiety and stress to helping your child build real skills—so they can handle uncertainty, pressure, and discomfort in a way that holds up over time

NEVER, EVER just guess which strategies to try.
Learn how to match what you say and do to your child’s type of anxiety—so it actually works.

No—your child won’t just grow out of anxiety.

And waiting it out isn’t a strategy.

It would be so much easier if this were just a phase—something kids naturally grow out of.  But anxiety doesn’t work like that.  It shows up in patterns—overthinking everything, avoiding what feels uncomfortable, needing constant reassurance, shutting down when things feel like too much.  And without the right support, those patterns don’t fade.  They become familiar. Automatic.  Waiting isn’t neutral.  It’s unintended anxiety fertilizer.

Parents Tools Anxiety

So instead of waiting and hoping it passes, it’s time to
BREAK ANXIETY'S GRIP.
Because the patterns taking shape right now become what your
child leans on later.

This is what it starts to look like in REAL LIFE

Parenting That Actually Feels Good Again

Imagine parenting that feels steadier, stronger, more settled.  You’re modeling and teaching the exact skills you want your child to build—how to handle stress, tolerate discomfort, and think through hard moments.  You’re having more moments that feel calm and manageable, and noticing how your child is beginning to handle things differently, too.

Less Second-Guessing.
More Steady Parenting.

What if it started to feel like there was more joy and ease in your day-to-day parenting.  You’re not stuck wondering if you said the wrong thing—you know how to respond.  You’re not overthinking every interaction or questioning yourself afterward. You’re steady in the moment, even when things feel hard. And over time, your child begins to carry that same confidence forward—because anxiety has less of a grip on both of you.

Stop Searching.
Start Knowing What to Do.

You’re not looking for a script for every situation—but you’re done guessing your way through it. You understand what’s happening as it’s happening.  You know how to steady yourself and choose how to respond in the moment. Even when things aren’t clear, you’re not stuck. You can orient yourself, trust your next step, and move forward with intention. Because you don’t need a perfect plan. You have something better—a way to respond that holds up, no matter what shows up.

Learn how to stop your own stress and anxiety from taking over—and sabotaging the parent you’re trying to be.

Learn STEP-BY-STEP how to help your child break free from anxiety’s grip - from a Child Clinical Psychologist who understands the challenges firsthand.

You CAN do hard things!

What you can’t do YET becomes achievable with resilience, patience, and the right tools.

I’ve faced the unique challenges of raising an ‘extreme preemie’—now a teenager—while juggling the demands of multiple businesses and a career as a therapist. Let me be clear: I’m deeply passionate about my work, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. But if you’re anything like me—a “thinker”—you know exactly how it feels. Those intrusive thoughts? They’re like unwelcome guests, sticking around and scrutinizing every little detail, driving stress and anxiety sky-high.  Let me show you the way through – with the right tools you can quiet those voices, manage the overwhelm, and come out stronger and more resilient on the other side.

I combine evidence-based strategies with a deep understanding of how anxiety actually shows up in real life—so you’re not just getting information, you’re getting guidance that fits your child.

It’s about breaking anxiety’s grip on your child—and changing the direction they grow from here.

You’ll feel heard and supported, yes—but more than that, you’ll walk away with clear, practical tools you can rely on in real moments.  Because this isn’t just about getting through today’s stress.

You're Not Just Battling Anxiety For Yourself.

Parents, we know this is more than personal—it’s high stakes.  Because you know your reactions don’t stop with you.  They land in your home. In your tone. In your child’s experience.

Whether your child is young or growing into independence,
you can feel it—that pressure to get it right.
To not let your own stress spill over.
To not pass something down you’ve worked so hard to manage yourself.

Program Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does the course take to complete?

A: It takes about 4-5 hours in total, but it's best to pace yourself. Spacing it out to about 1 hour a week over 4 weeks helps maintain momentum while giving you time to fully absorb the exercises and concepts, so you can continue learning and growing along the way.

Q: Who can benefit from this?

A: This course is perfect for young adults and adults who want to better manage anxiety and stress. It’s designed to meet you where you are, no matter your stage in life.

Q: Are the strategies in the course evidence-based?

A: Yes, the strategies in the course are evidence-based. However, it's important to note that this is an educational course, not therapy.

Q: What if I want therapy after this course or am engaged in therapy during the course?

A: If you decide to continue therapy after taking this course—or if you're already in therapy while you’re working through it—that’s completely up to you! This course is here to provide helpful, educational content, and choosing therapy is a personal decision that won’t interfere with your experience.

Q: How can I determine whether I should pursue therapy or enroll in this course?

A: That's a great question. It's important to note that this course is designed for educational purposes and is not intended to replace therapy. Consulting with your healthcare provider can assist you in determining the best course of action for your individual needs.

Q: How much time will I need to devote outside of the course?

A: Outside of the course sessions, you can plan to dedicate a bit of time each week to practice and implement the strategies discussed. This can vary depending on your personal pace and engagement level, but generally, allocating an hour collectively throughout the week for practice and reflection is recommended for best results.

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