Stop the Waiting, End the Worrying, Start the Helping: Here's How!
Release Date: 03/28/2024
7 Transformative Things to Say When Your Teen Can’t Go to School
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Does it feel like every morning is a battle? Do you go to bed at night dreading the next school day? Are you making little to no progress in ‘getting’ your teen back to school? If this is you, you are not alone and this episode is dedicated to you! This week, you will learn: - Why conventional advice often falls short - The surprising ways a parent can add pressure not reduce it - Why logic and reasoning rarely work ...
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The ONE Game-Changing Tool You NEED for 2025!
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Determined to make 2025 different to 2024? New Year’s resolutions are great, but let’s be real – how many times have you made them only to crash and burn by the time the leftover turkey has been gobbled? So what if you could kick off the year by actually shifting the energy in your home, in you, and in your teen? And bring real, lasting change to the entire family dynamic…? In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful tool inspired by the renowned Joe Dispenza. This isn’t just about setting intentions – it’s about uncovering and rewiring those sneaky negative thought patterns...
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Breathing to Beat Anxiety: What Every Parent Needs to Know - with Fleur Conway
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Why doesn't the advice ‘just take a deep breath’ work to calm your teen? And is the way your teen is breathing actually making their anxiety worse?! Today you will discover, it is not about what we do, but how we do it…. In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with breathing expert Fleur Conway to uncover the surprising truth about breathing and anxiety—and the mistakes so many of us are making without even realizing it. Discover practical, simple techniques to help your teen (and you!) breathe better and feel better. You’ll learn how to: Effectively manage stress and anxiety...
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Rebuilding Teen Confidence through Empowered Parenting - with Paula Sampson Lawrence
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Is your once-confident teen now struggling with self-doubt, anxiety, or constant self-criticism? You’re not alone. More parents than ever are facing this challenge, but the good news is—you can help them regain their self-esteem! In this empowering episode, I sit down with Paula Sampson Lawrence, a former dance teacher of 15 years and founder of Accelerate Empowerment. With years of experience supporting children and parents, Paula shares her expert strategies for building confidence and resilience in teens. Tune in to discover how to: Rebuild your teen's self-esteem and...
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Introducing The Children’s Mental Health Matters Summit 2024 with Founder & Organiser Cassie Swift
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Have you got burning questions that you desperately need answers to about your child or teen? Are you on another long waiting list or have you been turned away by under-resourced systems/organisations? Want to know what YOU can do to finally be able to help your child? Join this FREE Summit and finally get the help and hope you need to feel empowered as a parent! In this episode, we are joined by founder & organiser Cassie Swift, who gives us the full lowdown on this incredible free 10 day event - specifically designed to give parents the knowledge and resources to better support their...
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Navigating Neurodiversity with PDA Dad UK
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Please VOTE for me in the Women In Podcasting awards!! Just go to and find me in the Parenting section. Thank you - forever grateful Today's Episode: Are you feeling overwhelmed after a diagnosis for your teen? Struggling to manage challenging behaviors? Or perhaps you’re experiencing a sense of loss as you adjust to this new reality? Parenting a neurodivergent teen—or being neurodiverse yourself—can feel overwhelming, complex, and incredibly daunting. This week I am joined by Duncan Casburn, also known as PDA Dad UK , a You Tuber and SEND advocate who has...
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Micro-Moment: School Anxiety, Avoidance & Autism - with Mum and Son, Eve & Alfie
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
As September looms on the horizon, many of you may be seeing an uptick in your teen’s anxiety - as the back-to-school anxieties start rising up. So this week, I bring you a story of hope in the form of Eve & Alfie - a mum & son who know only too well the stress, distress, and challenges that school can bring. Diagnosed with autism at the age of 4 and despite having an educational health & care plan, Alfie struggled tremendously at school, resulting in large periods when he was not able to go at all. Now 18 (at the time of recording), he and his mum share their candid & very...
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How to Transform Your Family Dynamic through Self-Awareness & Connection - with Susan Horton
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Looking for a quick gem of wisdom? Dive into our Summer series of Micro-Moments, where we bring you easy-to-listen-to inspiration from some of our amazing guests over the past year! In this episode, join Family Therapist Susan Horton and me as we look at the power of authenticity, self-awareness & connection, and how parental mastery of these things can absolutely transform the trajectory of the relationship with your teen. Including how to: get out of the victim loop improve communication reduce your teen's anxiety through empathy and listening build mutual respect Tune in today! For...
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Micro-Moment: Mindset Superpowers for Anxious Teens - with Claire Rushton-Plant
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Looking for a quick gem of wisdom? Dive into our summer series of Micro-Moments, where we bring you bite-sized, easy-to-listen-to chunks of inspiration from some of our amazing guests over the past year! This week we are with mindfulness expert Claire Rushton-Plant, as she reveals how impactful even brief moments of mindfulness can be. In under 12 minutes, you will learn how to: - Use the senses to calm the mind - Use the breath to soothe the body...
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Micro-Moment: What Anxious Teen Ciara REALLY Needed From Her Mum
Your Teen, Anxiety and You
Looking for a quick gem of wisdom? Dive into our summer series of Micro-Moments, where we bring you bite-sized, easy-to-listen-to chunks of inspiration from our amazing guests over the past year! In today’s micro-moment, self-confessed former anxious and troubled teen Ciara Fanlo opens up about her deeply personal journey with mental health struggles, sharing the highs and lows of her teenage years. Ciara offers a raw and honest reflection on her mother’s unwavering efforts to help her through those challenging times. Join us as we explore the dynamics of the parent-teen relationship in...
info_outlineTime is usually known to be a great healer but with anxiety, time can often be the thing that is against you.
This week, learn how giving your anxious teen ‘more time’ may be inadvertently driving their anxiety in deeper - making the climb out of it even harder.
In this episode, I explore the impact ‘waiting’ may be having on your teen, including:
- Anticipatory anxiety
- Avoidance behaviours
- Coping mechanisms
- Negative thought spirals
But do not despair!
Join me for a FREE 3DAY WORKSHOP where I can show you the exact steps to take to help YOU help your teen! To book one of the limited spots sign up for the workshop here - 100% FREE
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