Kids & Anxiety Archives - Nicole Schwarz, LMFT

When Kids Get Aggressive: A Guide For Parents

nicoleschwarz — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 11:38:28 +0000

Parenting a child who hits, kicks, bites, or hurts others can feel overwhelming and confusing. This guide will give you an overview of how to support your child when they are aggressive, and help them learn how to manage their big feelings without aggression. “How can we get our 5-year-old to stop hitting?” “My three-year-old kicks me, sometimes without warning!” “I can’t leave my twins

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How to help your tantruming child calm down

nicoleschwarz — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 10:15:21 +0000

You’ve tried everything but nothing seems to help your tantruming child settle down. Anger and frustration over “little” things can sometimes last an hour (or more!). These tips will help you stay present and positive with your child, even when they don’t calm down immediately. You give your child one more reminder, “Turn off the iPad, please.” And that’s all it takes. He’s off like

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Raise a kid who can cope with challenges

Guest Author — Mon, 17 Jul 2017 14:44:20 +0000

Thanks to Janine Halloran for this guest post, check out her bio for links to some fantastic coping resources for kids! What images spring to mind when you hear the word “childhood”? When I first think of childhood, I imagine running through sprinklers on a hot summer day, giggles in a pillow fort while reading a silly book, or blowing bubbles in the backyard. These

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5 hidden messages in your intense child’s words (and how to respond)

nicoleschwarz — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 11:48:49 +0000

The kicking on the back of your seat is getting more intense. “That’s enough!” you say, glancing at the grimacing face in the back seat. “You can’t make me!” she responds, kicking harder now. Your muscles tense. You hold your breath. You want to scream, “Oh, I can too make you stop. Don’t tempt me.” But you don’t. You know it will only make things

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How to Respond to Your Child’s Negative Self-Talk

nicoleschwarz — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 10:25:11 +0000

No parent wants to hear their child say, “I’m dumb” or “I’m stupid,” or even worse, “No one loves me.” Rather than panicking or minimizing their experience, use these tips to respond to your child’s negative self-talk. “I’m so dumb,” your child mumbles at the kitchen table. He bangs his fist on the table and growls. He’s working on a writing assignment. Writing does not come

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How to help your anxious child: a guide for parents

nicoleschwarz — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 11:15:24 +0000

The bedtime battles. The doctor’s office meltdowns. The tears. Parenting a child with anxiety can be hard. You wish you could wave a magic wand and make all of their worries disappear. There is hope! Use these posts to help you parent your child through their worries, teach a variety of coping skills, and explore your own anxiety. Parenting a Child with Anxiety If your

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Do you make this mistake with your anxious child?

nicoleschwarz — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 10:56:43 +0000

Sam has been afraid of dogs since he was 2 years old. A dog knocked him over on the playground and he felt scared. Now, 5 years later, he still avoids every dog he sees. Since you hate for him to feel anxious, you’ve taken the role of “dog-remover” for him. When you bring him for play dates, you request the family put

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13 Helpful Phrases to Calm Your Anxious Child

nicoleschwarz — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 15:52:12 +0000

Thanks to Lemon Lime Adventures for allowing me to guest post about childhood anxiety today! If your child struggles with anxiety, you know the challenge of finding the right things to say when he or she is worried. It’s not easy to connect without making the fears worse, while at the same time offering support and encouragement. Are you curious how you can

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How to Help Your Cautious Child Feel Confident

nicoleschwarz — Sat, 02 May 2015 16:59:44 +0000

*This post is part of the Raising Resilient Children series, which features advice from Mental Health Professionals. Find tips for helping your children remain strong through life’s challenges, manage anxiety and overcome stress. Rose and Katie are playing on the swing set. Rose runs up the slide and stands confidently at the top. She calls to Katie, encouraging her to do the same.

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5 Things I Learned After My Daughter’s (Very Public) Meltdown

nicoleschwarz — Mon, 06 Apr 2015 11:16:46 +0000

We knew there was a storm brewing from the moment my daughter woke up. Crabby isn’t the right word. We’ll call it “off,” just not right. It was a walking on eggshells kind of day. Still, we had errands to run, so we headed out to the mall, hoping things would blow over. And then…it happened. The public meltdown. She began to spiral out-of-control. Screaming

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