Is your teen’s anxiety just normal stress — or something more? In this powerful episode, we unpack the science of hope and how it can be a game-changer for kids struggling with anxiety.
I’m joined by Sara Stockwell, a longtime educator, school psychologist, and mental health advocate who brings deep insight and personal experience to the conversation. We talk about:
✅ The real difference between normal anxiety and a deeper issue
✅ How to help kids who are paralyzed by fear and panic
✅ Why hope is more than wishful thinking — it’s a science-backed strategy
✅ Tools for parents, educators, and anyone who supports youth
✅ What to do if your child refuses therapy or won’t open up
Sara shares her own story of growing up with OCD and panic attacks — and how she’s now helping families and schools support kids through anxiety, trauma, and stress with practical, proven methods.
🎧 Don’t miss this heartfelt, informative, and hopeful episode.
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If you’ve ever wished you had the right words to say when your child is spiraling… or wanted tools to support them without shutting them down… this workshop is for you.
This is the same approach I use in my 1:1 teen coaching program — and the #1 thing parents say they gain? Confidence. For themselves and their teens!
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