Why “Don’t Worry” Doesn’t Help Your Anxious Teen

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Does your anxious teen keep asking for reassurance, even after you’ve told them everything will be okay? 

If “don’t worry” leads to another “but what if,” this video offers a different way to respond.

I’m Cynthia Coufal, a teen and young adult anxiety coach. In this episode, I share:

- Why repeated reassurance may only help briefly
- Two questions that help you understand your teen’s worry
- What to say when anxiety gets in the way of friendships or homework
- How to help your teen choose a manageable next step

I also discuss “expect to worry” and “talk to worry,” two puzzle pieces from Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents by Reid Wilson and Lynn Lyons, and how I apply them within my Perception, Process, and Plan framework.

💛 Want help applying these ideas?
Join my upcoming masterclass for parents of anxious teens. We’ll work through all seven puzzle pieces and apply them to real situations your family faces.

Registration coming soon!

Find more anxiety tools and resources:
https://www.cynthiacoufalcoaching.com/

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Email me:  ccoufal@cynthiacoufalcoaching.com
Text me:  785-380-2064
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