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A blog for parents who want to support their child with their experiences of anxiety.


Four Gentle Reminders for Expat Parents on the Hard Days
Four nuggets of advice to carry with you on those extra challenging days.
Megan Stapelberg
8 hours ago2 min read


You've Moved Abroad...Now What? Expat Kids' Challenges with the Move Abroad.
What do you do once the dust has settled and life returns to 'normal?'
Megan Stapelberg
Jan 162 min read


How Parents Can Help Their Expat Kids and Teens Survive the Darker Winter Months
Read more about practical ways in which you can support your expat kid and teen through the darker winter months
Megan Stapelberg
Nov 19, 20253 min read


How Online Therapy Supports Expat Kids
Moving to a new country is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming, especially for children and teens. The unfamiliar surroundings, new schools, and different cultures can stir up feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and isolation. I know how challenging it can be to support young ones through these changes. That’s why I want to share how therapy for expats abroad can be a gentle, effective way to help children and teens feel calm and confident, no matter where life takes them.
Megan Stapelberg
Oct 31, 20253 min read


Helping Your Kids Thrive, Not Just Survive, the Move Abroad.
This post shares the real-deal: What really makes the move for expat kids so challenging.
Megan Stapelberg
Oct 23, 20253 min read


When Screens Become an Escape: Supporting Children in the Digital Age
Understand how screens can serve as distractions from big emotions and how you can support your child to befriend their emotions.
Megan Stapelberg
Sep 23, 20253 min read


Why Healthy Boundaries Matter: Supporting Expat Teens Without Oversharing
Learn mpre about the healthy balance between open communication with your expat teen and oversharing.
Megan Stapelberg
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Helping Your Expat Teen Daughter Cope with Anxiety: A Guide for Families Abroad
Read this quick & helpful guide to support your expat teen daughter with anxiety
Megan Stapelberg
Jul 2, 20252 min read


How to Talk to Your Child About Anxiety Without Making It Worse
What NOT to say when talking to your child about anxiety
Megan Stapelberg
Jun 16, 20253 min read


Why Is My Child So Anxious? Common Causes of Anxiety in Young People
Why is your child and anxious and how can you help them?
Megan Stapelberg
May 27, 20253 min read


Is Online Therapy Right for My Child? What Parents Should Know
This post answers your questions about your child's suitability for online therapy.
Megan Stapelberg
May 12, 20253 min read


Helping Your Child Co-Regulate Anxiety: A Parent’s Guide for Expat Families
Learn how co-regulation can be a wonderful way to support your child when they experience anxiety
Megan Stapelberg
Apr 14, 20253 min read


Redefining Resilience: New Approaches to Supporting Children with Anxiety
Learn how to use resilience as a skill to guide your child in facing anxiety
Megan Stapelberg
Jan 15, 20253 min read


Essential Coping Skills for Children with Anxiety: Building Resilience
Over the years in practice I have supported many children who face feelings of anxiety. I understand the challenges young ones face in...
Megan Stapelberg
Oct 14, 20242 min read


Three of My Favourite Wellness Apps for Kids & Teens and Why.
Get a breakdown on the benefits and use of 3 of my favourite wellness apps for kids & teens
Megan Stapelberg
Sep 23, 20244 min read


Overcoming Teenage Anxiety: The 3 Stages of Healing
This post explains the 3 stages of rising above teenage anxiety.
Megan Stapelberg
Sep 2, 20242 min read


Signs Your Child Might Need Therapy: Recognising Anxiety Symptoms
3 signs of anxiety you need to keep in mind to consider getting your child to therapy
Megan Stapelberg
Aug 19, 20242 min read


Four Daily Habits to Help Teens Manage Anxiety
Learn how mindfulness practices, exercise, and supportive relationships can shift the needle in reducing your teen's experience of anxiety.
Megan Stapelberg
Aug 5, 20242 min read


Creating a Calm Down Kit: The Ultimate Toolbox for Kids who Struggle with Anxiety
Follow these simple steps to creating an empowering Calm Down Kit for your child.
Megan Stapelberg
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Practical Tools to Teach Your Child to Self-Regulate When Feeling Anxious
Learn about practical tools like breathing exercises, mindfulness and calm down kits that can help your child to self-regulate when anxious.
Megan Stapelberg
Jul 8, 20242 min read
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