Are coping skills just not enough?
Signs Your Child’s anxiety Needs More Than Just Coping Strategies
You’ve taught your child deep breathing, positive affirmations, and grounding exercises—but the anxiety keeps coming back.
Sound familiar?
That’s because coping skills are like band-aids for a deeper wound. If your child is still struggling, it’s not about finding more coping tools—it’s about addressing the root cause. And that’s where EMDR can make all the difference.
While typical breathing techniques can help in the moment, they often don’t provide lasting relief. That’s because anxiety isn’t just about learning how to calm down; it’s about addressing what’s causing the anxiety in the first place.
The Problem with Relying Only on Coping Skills
Coping skills are great tools, but they’re just that—tools. If your child constantly feels anxious despite using these strategies, it might be because the root cause of their anxiety hasn’t been addressed. When anxiety keeps coming back, it’s probably because the brain hasn’t fully processed past experiences that trigger these anxious responses.
Think of it like trying to put out a fire with a fan… Coping skills may push the smoke away temporarily, but if the fire is still burning, the problem isn’t actually solved.
How EMDR Helps Anxious Kids Move Forward
This is where Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can make a real difference. EMDR helps children process the memories and experiences that are contributing to their anxiety, so they don’t just manage it—they overcome it!
EMDR works by targeting unprocessed memories stored in the brain and helping kids reprocess them in a safe and controlled way. Through guided techniques, their brain can reframe and release these memories, making them less emotionally charged.
Instead of just learning how to cope with their anxiety, kids can learn how to prevent the anxiety from interfering from their daily lives!
SIGNS YOUR CHILD NEEDS EMDR
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SIGNS YOUR CHILD NEEDS EMDR 〰️
If your child:
✔ Still experiences anxiety despite using coping strategies
✔ Avoids certain situations because they feel overwhelming
✔ Has frequent meltdowns or struggles to regulate emotions
✔ Feels stuck in patterns of fear and worry
…then it might be time to explore EMDR therapy as a way to help them truly process their anxiety, rather than just manage it!
Helping Your Child Feel Safe and Confident
The goal isn’t just to give kids tools to handle anxiety—it’s to help them move through it. EMDR can be a game-changer for children who feel trapped in a cycle of fear, helping them feel safe and more at ease in their daily lives.
If you’re ready to explore a deeper way to support your child’s emotional well-being, let’s talk about EMDR therapy!
