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09/29/2025

When your child is crying, yelling, or melting down, it’s easy to think they’re ‘overreacting.’ But here’s the truth: big feelings are real feelings. A child’s brain is still learning how to handle intense emotions, and those meltdowns are their way of saying, ‘I’m overwhelmed and don’t know what to do.’

The best thing you can do in those moments? Validate before you fix. Try saying, ‘I can see this feels really big for you right now.’ This simple step calms the nervous system, builds trust, and helps kids learn to handle emotions over time.

09/22/2025

Some kids talk through stress; others go quiet. Silence can be a sign of anxiety, overwhelm, or sadness—not peace.
Tip: Instead of asking, ‘What’s wrong?’ try gentle openings like, ‘I’m here when you’re ready to talk,’ or spend time together doing something low-pressure like drawing or baking. Connection often comes before words.

09/15/2025

Behind every meltdown is a message. Anger, withdrawal, even perfectionism—they all tell a story about what your child needs.

09/11/2025

Your child’s teacher says, ‘They’re so well-behaved.’ What they don’t see: the meltdown after school, the exhaustion of masking all day, the anxiety simmering beneath the surface.
Being ‘good’ shouldn’t cost them their mental health. 🖤

09/08/2025

When your child is crying, yelling, or shutting down, it’s tempting to label it as ‘drama’ or overreaction. But kids’ brains are still learning how to process emotions. Big feelings are real feelings, even when they seem too big for the situation.

Tip: Try saying, ‘This feels really hard for you right now, and I’m here.’ Validation calms the nervous system, builds trust, and helps kids feel safe enough to learn coping skills.

09/04/2025

Ever wonder why your child’s anxiety doesn’t look like anxiety? 🤔
Sometimes it shows up as big emotions, perfectionism, or wanting to avoid everything. The good news? With the right support, kids can learn skills to handle it all. 💛
Don’t hesitate to reach out if your child or yourself needs support. www.greendooryeg.ca

06/01/2025

🌈 Happy Pride Month from Green Door Clinic!

We believe that mental health care should be a safe space for everyone.

This month—and every month—we proudly stand with 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, adults, and families. Whether you're exploring your identity, navigating relationships, or simply looking for someone to talk to, you're welcome here.

💚 You are valued.
💙 You are seen.
💛 You are not alone.

04/30/2025

Problem-Solving Skills
Anxiety often grows in the gaps between challenges and the skills to face them. Teaching your child structured problem-solving turns overwhelming situations into manageable steps: 1) Name the problem specifically, 2) Brainstorm possible solutions without judgment, 3) Evaluate pros and cons of each option, 4) Choose one solution to try, and 5) Reflect afterwards on what worked. This framework gives anxious children a sense of control and competence when facing uncertainties.

04/23/2025

Emotional Regulation
The ability to navigate big feelings is perhaps the most valuable skill we can teach anxious children. Emotional regulation isn't about suppressing emotions—it's about experiencing them without being overwhelmed. Help your child develop this skill by naming feelings together, creating a personalized "calm down toolkit" with sensory supports, and modeling healthy coping yourself. Remember that emotional regulation develops gradually; the brain pathways strengthened during these childhood moments become the automatic responses of adolescence and adulthood. When we give children permission to feel everything while teaching them they won't be consumed by these feelings, we're laying the groundwork for resilience that lasts a lifetime.

04/16/2025

Boundary Setting
Healthy boundaries create the emotional safety anxious children desperately need. Clear, consistent limits help them understand expectations and reduce the uncertainty that fuels anxiety. When setting boundaries, use simple language, explain the "why" behind rules, and maintain consistency. Remember that children often test boundaries to ensure their world remains predictable—a crucial need for those with anxiety.

04/09/2025

Encouraging Independence
Independence grows in small steps, especially for anxious children. Today's challenge that your child overcomes becomes tomorrow's confidence. Start by identifying tasks just slightly beyond their comfort zone, break them down into manageable parts, and celebrate each tiny victory. Remember: the goal isn't perfection but the willingness to try. When we step back and allow our children to experience manageable challenges, we're actually giving them the gift of self-trust.

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#230, 7915-104 Street
Edmonton, AB
T6E6M6

Website

http://www.greendooryeg.ca/

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