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Anxiety can make it hard to see the capable child, parent or family beneath the worry. Here you will find practical guidance, honest reflections and evidence based information about anxiety, OCD, parenting, sleep and helping families move forward one step at a time.

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When Your Child Says “No One Played With Me”: What Your Kid Might Actually Mean

What is SPACE therapy? A guide for parents of anxious kids

Capable: When Anxiety Becomes a Family Problem

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School Refusal: Why “Just Get Them Back” Isn't the Whole Answer
Courtney Bledsoe
School Refusal: Why “Just Get Them Back” Isn't the Whole Answer
Courtney Bledsoe

It's 7:40 a.m., and your child can't get out the door. School refusal isn't a discipline problem. Here's what's usually underneath it, what effective treatment looks like, and where SPACE fits in.

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Courtney Bledsoe
When Your Child Says “No One Played With Me”: What Your Kid Might Actually Mean
Courtney Bledsoe
When Your Child Says “No One Played With Me”: What Your Kid Might Actually Mean
Courtney Bledsoe

When your child says “no one played with me,” it can be hard to know whether they had a tough day, are experiencing a social pattern, or are beginning to worry about belonging. Learn how to respond without dismissing their feelings or rushing to fix the problem.

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Courtney Bledsoe
The Extra Spring: What a Hard Pilates Class Taught Me About Kids Who Are Struggling
Courtney Bledsoe
The Extra Spring: What a Hard Pilates Class Taught Me About Kids Who Are Struggling
Courtney Bledsoe

When a child is struggling, sometimes there's an extra spring adding resistance. This post explores how to recognize hidden barriers, anxiety, and shame—and how to help kids meet meaningful challenges without lowering the bar.

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Courtney Bledsoe

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