Anxiety Program
You’re not the only parent who wonders why their child can’t stop worrying about everything.
When is the Anxiety Program right?
These are some of the anxious behaviors we see the most. If you’re seeing some of these (or others) at home, we can help you understand why and address them.
Worries and fears that make it difficult to concentrate
Physical symptoms like racing heart, sweating, breathing issues, tense muscles
Feeling nervous, restless, edgy, afraid, or fearful
Avoidance of things they need or want to do like conversations, homework or going to school, certain social circumstances, activities, sports, etc.
Overdoing things more than is needed (e.g. redoing homework) and/or asking repeatedly for reassurance
What to expect
Brightline’s Anxiety Program sessions can be held in person or virtually. We provide kids up to age 18 with symptom assessment, testing, diagnoses, and treatment including:
Evidence-based interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and an emphasis on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), psychiatry, and medication management as needed
Support with things like separation, social, and generalized anxiety, specific phobias, panic disorder, and selective mutism
Between-session practice plans that support your child as they start using the skills they’re learning in real-life situations
Information gathering (with parent permission) from important adults in your child’s life, like teachers and other care providers, to ensure a well-rounded view of your child
A combination of agreed-upon session types (child-focused and caregiver-focused without the child) that include learning about emotions and behaviors, skill building, barrier identification, measured progress, and homework plans for continuity between sessions
Hear what Brightline parents have to say
“Working with our Brightline therapist has given my son new confidence that he can manage his anxiety through the different techniques given. He also has really benefitted from having an adult (who is not a parent) to talk through his emotions and experiences.”
Get in touch with us
It's okay if you don't know the root of the issue or are unsure what to say. We've been there — and now we're here for you.
