Best Lauren Wolfe MS, LPC Podcasts (2025)

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Anxiety Red Flags: When to Seek Help for Your Anxious Tween or Teen 26:43

14d ago26:43

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Send Lauren a text! Are you starting to notice signs of anxiety in your tween or teen and wondering if it might be time to get seek support? In this episode, I’ll share how to know when your child could benefit from working with a qualified therapist and help you feel more confident about what to do next. ✨ What's Bringing Me More Zen Tune in till …

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Drop of Zen ~ A Joyful Moment 5:38

20d ago5:38

5:38

Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is challenging! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer you support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do anytime you would like to connect with joy. Perfect for a mid day break or a morning exercise to help you feel positive and more joyful. Enjoy! 😌 This …

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The Parent's Roadmap to OCD Treatment: Choosing a Therapist, ERP, and Home Support 31:16

1M ago31:16

31:16

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I focus on how parents can find qualified therapists who treat OCD in children and teens, understand ERP therapy (the gold standard in OCD treatment) and support their child's recovery journey. ✨ What's Bringing Me More Zen Tune in till the end of the episode to discover my new favorite protein-packed snack that…

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Anxiety or Something More? A Parent's Guide to Recognizing OCD 41:21

2M ago41:21

41:21

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I explore the key differences between OCD and anxiety in tweens and teens. Learn how to recognize the signs and identify when your child might need specialized support. ✨ What's Bringing Me More Zen Tune in till the end of the episode to discover my favorite free meditation app! I'll tell you how it's been keepi…

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Smartphones & Anxiety: Setting Healthy Boundaries for Tweens & Teens 32:08

2M ago32:08

32:08

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I explore the link between smartphone use and anxiety in tweens and teens. I'll introduce the term "problematic smartphone use," explain what it looks like, how to recognize if your child is struggling with it, and share practical (as well as creative) strategies to help them set healthier boundaries with their …

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To Reassure or Not to Reassure: What to Do When Your Tween or Teen is Worried 21:14

3M ago21:14

21:14

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I tackle a common dilemma parents face: should you reassure your anxious tween or teen when they're worried, or could that actually make their anxiety worse? I'll share practical strategies to help you know when it's ok to offer a little reassurance. And I'll let you know when it's better to not reassure and wha…

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Parenting is Ridiculous, Keeping it Real as a Therapist Mom 27:42

3M ago27:42

27:42

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I'm taking off my therapist hat and getting real about the challenges of parenting - especially when it comes to raising tweens and teens. Join me for some honest conversation about the ups and downs of this parenting journey! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 ✨ I'll share with you: Why parenting is ridiculously challenging (and keeps ch…

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Easing Sunday Scaries for Tweens and Teens 22:19

3M ago22:19

22:19

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I'm tackling the Sunday Scaries - those end-of-weekend worries that so many tweens and teens experience. If your child's weekend joy turns to anxiety as Monday approaches, this episode is for you! 😰 ✨ I'll share with you: How to recognize Sunday Scaries in your tween or teen (including some surprising signs you …

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How to Stop Walking on Eggshells with Your Anxious Tween or Teen 24:13

3M ago24:13

24:13

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I'm diving into something SO many parents tell me about - that feeling of walking on eggshells around their anxious tween or teen. That sense that you're literally tiptoeing through your own house, scared that saying or doing the wrong thing might trigger a reaction that sends your whole family's day into a spir…

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Social Anxiety in Tweens and Teens and How to Help as a Parent 24:03

3M ago24:03

24:03

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I’m talking about a struggle that’s super common for tweens and teens: social anxiety. I’ll cover what it is, how to spot it, and, most importantly, how you can help your child to take healthy risks in social situations. Social anxiety can show up in many ways, such as avoiding social situations, fearing judgmen…

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Supporting Your Anxious Teen While Managing Your Anxiety 40:10

4M ago40:10

40:10

Send Lauren a text! In today’s episode, I’m answering our first listener question from Anna, a fellow Zen Friend, who’s struggling with her own anxiety triggered by her daughter’s anxiety. ✨ Here’s what we’ll cover in this episode: Why your anxiety makes sense – Understanding the emotional connection between you and your child. The Anxiety Feedback…

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Zen Bonus Boost ~ The Importance of Validating Feelings: Yours and Your Children's 8:53

4M ago8:53

8:53

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it is important and helpful to validate your own feelings as well as your children's. I'll give you examples of how you can pract…

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Have Less Anxiety and More Balance in 2025 33:36

4M ago33:36

33:36

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, we’re diving into 3 ways to bring more balance to you and your tween/teen in 2025! 🎉 ✨ Here’s what we’ll cover in this episode: 1️⃣ Reducing the pressure (on yourself and your kids) 2️⃣ Tackling overscheduling to create more room for connection 3️⃣ Valuing relaxation, creativity, and movement I’ll also share rel…

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Anxiety, Routines and Holiday Traditions 18:50

5M ago18:50

18:50

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I’m diving into routines and predictability—how they can help (and sometimes hinder) your anxious tween or teen—and exploring the joy and connection that holiday traditions bring. I’ll also share a peek into my family’s Christmas traditions, both past and present. Traditions are powerful—they create connection, …

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Setting Boundaries During the Holiday Season with Vicki Smith 42:04

5M ago42:04

42:04

Send Lauren a text! Feeling overwhelmed with all the holiday to do's? Guest and friend of the pod, Vicki Smith will help us to clear our schedules of the stuff that doesn't serve us so that we have more time to do the things we enjoy. Self care isn't just about lighting candles and wearing cozy socks. One terrific way to care for yourself, especial…

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Have More Zen and Less Stress for the Holidays 32:07

5M ago32:07

32:07

Send Lauren a text! In this festive episode, I’m sharing how I’ve shifted my holiday traditions to create more peace and joy during this busy season. Whether you're juggling the magic-making or supporting an anxious tween or teen, it can feel like a lot (especially for us moms 🫠 🎧 Tune in for: The traditions I’ve let go of (goodbye, elf shenanigans…

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Helping Anxious Tweens and Teens Navigate Holiday Stress 24:13

6M ago24:13

24:13

Send Lauren a text! Welcome, Zen Friend! ✨ In this episode, we’re exploring why the holiday season can be particularly tricky for tweens and teens with anxiety. From high expectations to social stress and academic pressures, we’ll dive into what makes this time of year challenging and how you can help. 🎙️ In This Episode: The impact of high expecta…

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Anxiety and Perfectionism and What Parents Should Know 32:22

6M ago32:22

32:22

Send Lauren a text! Welcome, Zen Friend! ✨ In this episode, we’re diving into perfectionism—how it ties to anxiety, how to spot it in your tween or teen, and what you can do to help. Perfectionism isn’t just about wanting to do things well; it’s often driven by fear and worry. We’ll explore how this anxiety shows up in academics, extracurriculars, …

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Anxiety in Kids and Teens and 3 Common Mistakes Parents Make 22:55

6M ago22:55

22:55

Send Lauren a text! When your child struggles with anxiety, it’s natural to want to make the anxiety go away. But sometimes our efforts result in making anxiety bigger. In this episode, I'm talking about three common mistakes parents (and sometimes even therapists) make when trying to support children and teens. And most importantly, I'll tell you …

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Is it Anxiety or Bad Behavior? What Parents Need to Understand 31:46

6M ago31:46

31:46

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I’m talking about how anxiety often looks confusing in tweens and teens—sometimes appearing as irrational fears or even "bad behavior." Many parents question whether their child’s reactions are actually anxiety or just acting out. Using real stories and examples, I show why these fears may not make sense but are…

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Understanding Anxiety Recovery and How It’s a Journey, Not a Destination 26:25

7M ago26:25

26:25

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, we’re getting real about healing. Whether you or your tween or teen are dealing with anxiety, chronic pain, or just about anything else, I’ve got you covered. I’ll talk about some common misconceptions I see in my work with counseling clients, and share my favorite way to look at the healing journey - imagining …

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My Story with Chronic Pain and Mind-Body Symptoms 42:05

7M ago42:05

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Send Lauren a text! In this final part of our series on Anxiety, Physical Symptoms, and Chronic Pain, I’m sharing my own journey with chronic pain—what I’ve learned, how I’m doing now, and what I’m still working on. Stay tuned for "What’s Bringing Me More Zen" this week—believe it or not, it’s social media-related! Highlights: My Story: How chronic…

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Understanding Chronic Pain, the Mind-Body Connection and How to Heal 38:55

7M ago38:55

38:55

Send Lauren a text! In today's episode, we're talking all about chronic pain, what it is, why it happens, and, most importantly, how you can find hope and healing! I'll start this episode by telling you how anxiety and pain act like alarm bells, signaling danger even though it is sometimes a false alarm. I'll tell you why the brain can incorrectly …

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Drop of Zen ~ Somatic Tracking Mediation for Pain or Anxiety 8:33

7M ago8:33

8:33

Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is challenging! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do anytime you (or your tween or teen) are experiencing pain, anxiety or uncomfortable physical sensations. Ideally you want your symptoms…

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The Mind-Body Connection: Understanding Anxiety, Pain and Physical Symptoms in Tweens, Teens, and Adults 27:33

7M ago27:33

27:33

Send Lauren a text! In this episode, I tell you what anxiety and has in common with pain and physical symptoms like headaches, stomachaches and back pain —not just in kids, but adults too. I’ll break down the concept of neuroplastic pain, which happens when the brain misinterprets safe signals as dangerous, causing physical discomfort. I'll also pr…

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Zen Bonus Boost ~ What I Wish More Parents Would Do to Help Their Tweens and Teens Decrease Anxiety 5:27

7M ago5:27

5:27

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you what I wish more parents would for their tween or teen to help them decrease their anxiety. This strategy is easy and free but many p…

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The Language You Use with Your Tween or Teen Could Be Increasing Their Anxiety 19:46

7M ago19:46

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Send Lauren a text! On this episode I'll tell you how the language you use with your tweens and teens and the things you say to them everyday could be increasing their anxiety. And have no fear because I'll tell you what you can say instead! Parenting an anxious tween or teen is challenging! This podcast is dedicated to helping parents support thei…

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Zen Bonus Boost ~ How Being Less Positive Can Help Your Tween or Teen 6:45

8M ago6:45

6:45

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why being less positive with your tween or teen can actually help them when they are stuck in a bad mood. If you are looking for supp…

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Understanding Autism and Anxiety with Mary Kate Robb 40:37

8M ago40:37

40:37

Send Lauren a text! On this episode, licensed clinical social worker, Mary Kate Robb is here to talk about the connection between autism and anxiety. She will tell us what recent research says that could explain why it is common for individuals with autism to also have anxiety. Mary Kate will also talk about whether or not it is in a teen's best in…

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Drop of Zen - Surrender and Let Go 8:33

8M ago8:33

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Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is challenging! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do anytime you are feeling overwhelmed with all the efforting of life. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes o…

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What to Do When You're Given a Hot Potato by Your Tween or Teen 25:30

8M ago25:30

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Send Lauren a text! Have you ever been given a hot potato by your tween or teen? I bet you have! Especially if you have a tween or teen with anxiety. On this episode I'll tell you why kids give hot potatoes to their parents and what you should do if you if you get one. And stay tuned till the end of the episode when I tell you What's Bringing Me Mo…

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Zen Bonus Boost ~ Why it’s Actually Helpful to Lose it With Your Kids Sometimes 7:36

8M ago7:36

7:36

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it can be helpful to lose it with your kids from time to time. And I'll give you an example of how to repair after you've lost it…

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Healthy Choices for Managing Anxiety with Leena Abdulrahman 26:36

8M ago26:36

26:36

Send Lauren a text! On this episode my daughter Leena joins me to talk about the benefits of making healthy choices for managing anxiety. We talk about how challenging it can be for tweens and teens to do things like limit phone use and get enough sleep. Leena shares how she has learned to care for herself in ways that keeps her anxiety low. She te…

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Drop of Zen ~ Cultivating Strength and Support 7:34

8M ago7:34

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Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is challenging! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do anytime you would like to connect with your inner strength. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and …

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What You MUST DO as a Parent of a Tween or Teen with Anxiety 26:13

8M ago26:13

26:13

Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen is challenging. Especially when your child has anxiety! So on this episode I will tell you what you MUST DO in order to have more enjoyment during these often difficult years. And stay tuned till the end of the episode when I tell you What's Bringing Me More Zen. It has to do with boundary setting and I…

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Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Anxious Tween or Teen 7:26

9M ago7:26

7:26

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it's important to set healthy boundaries with your anxious tween or teen. This podcast is for informational and educational purpo…

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Anxiety Symptoms in Kids and Teens That Might Surprise You and How You Can Help 41:06

9M ago41:06

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Send Lauren a text! *****REPLAY EPISODE Anxiety symptoms in children often look different from what we imagine. Parents are sometimes surprised at how some of their children’s behavior, especially their misbehavior, comes from their anxiety. On today's episode I will tell you about some symptoms I commonly see in kids and teens who are experiencing…

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Zen Bonus Boost ~ It's Okay to Feel Uncomfortable! 7:41

9M ago7:41

7:41

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it's ok for you to show emotions as a parent. And I'll talk about the importance of letting your kids feel uncomfortable too. Thi…

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Good Enough-ish Parenting with Brooke Forry and the Good Enough-ish Podcast 52:29

9M ago52:29

52:29

Send Lauren a text! I am excited to share this episode of the Good Enough-ish podcast where I had the honor of being a guest co-host with Brooke Forry. Brooke and I dive into some good enough-ish parenting methods and talk about how we can feel amidst information overload as well as societal pressures as parents. Brooke then shares an unexpected jo…

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Drop of Zen ~ Be Here Now, Even with Difficult Emotions 7:37

9M ago7:37

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Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is stressful! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do anytime that you would like to check in and connect with yourself. It's also a great meditation for difficult days. Enjoy! This podcast i…

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Managing Back to School Anxiety 30:37

9M ago30:37

30:37

Send Lauren a text! It's that time of year once again that kids are returning to school! This can be a challenging time for kids with anxiety. Tweens and teens have lots of worries when it comes to returning to school. Will they have friends in their classes, what if they get a mean teacher, will they get to classes on time (these are just a few co…

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Zen Bonus Boost ~ How You Can Stay Calm When Your Kid is Loosing It 8:15

9M ago8:15

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Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why your anxious tween or teen is even more emotionally dysregulated than other tweens and teens. And I'll give you a tip to help you…

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Helping Teens to Regulate Their Emotions, Even the Big and Irrational Ones with Ann Coleman 39:45

9M ago39:45

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Send Lauren a text! Teens often struggle with emotional regulation. They can have big reactions to small problems and sometimes act irrationally. This is hard on parents and they can feel disrespected when their teen is being reactive. On this episode Ann Coleman, parent educator and host of the podcast, Speaking of Teens is here to help! Ann will …

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Drop of Zen ~ Getting in Touch with a Part of You (IFS/Parts Work Meditation) 9:24

9M ago9:24

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Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is stressful! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation can be done anytime you are able to get comfortable and close your eyes. It is designed to help you get to know an emotion or a part of you that is curren…

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Inside Out Two and Using Lightness and Humor to Decrease Your Child's Anxiety 30:16

10M ago30:16

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Send Lauren a text! Have you seen the movie Inside Out or the sequel Inside out Two? In these movies feelings are shown as parts. When the feeling anxiety gets introduced to the main character, teenage Riley, chaos ensues! The way anxiety is portrayed is very relatable. And using the idea of feelings being just parts is a great way to take some of …

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Drop of Zen ~ Rest Deeply or Prepare for Sleep 6:54

10M ago6:54

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Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is stressful! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do when you want to relax deeply, take a nap or prepare for bed and a restful night of sleep. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and e…

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Emotional Freedom Technique and it's Benefits for You and Your Family with Vicki Smith and Power to the Pleasers Podcast 49:29

10M ago49:29

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Send Lauren a text! On this episode Power to the Pleasers host, Vicki Smith interviews me about Emotional Freedom Technique, also known as Tapping or EFT. I share how I was first introduced to EFT as a self care practice during a workshop for therapists who were helping community members following the 2012 Sandy Hook tragedy after 20 children and 6…

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Zen Bonus Boost ~ Motivating Your Child to Do What Makes Them Anxious 8:12

10M ago8:12

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Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it's important for your child to find something that motivates them to do the thing they are afraid to do. I'll also give you som…

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Take the Fear Out of Anxiety 23:58

10M ago23:58

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Send Lauren a text! On this episode I will tell you how to take the fear out of your tween or teen's anxiety. As parents, when we feel afraid of our children experiencing anxiety, it only increases their anxiety symptoms. The tips in this episode will help you to be more calm and confident with your child when they are feeling anxious. And good new…

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Drop of Zen ~ Feel Less Worried about Your Anxious Child 7:40

10M ago7:40

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Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you feel less worried about your anxious child and more lovingly connected to them. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment o…

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