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SPACE
Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions
SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) is a unique program designed to help parents support their Children with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and related challenges.
Unlike traditional therapies that focus on the child, SPACE guides parents on how to change their behaviors to reduce their child’s anxiety and OCD behaviors. By learning to stop accommodating anxiety-driven behaviors and providing supportive responses instead, parents can foster independence and resilience in their children.
At the Counseling Center Group, we know how tough it can be to see your child struggle with anxiety. That’s why we offer expert guidance and compassionate support to help you implement the SPACE program effectively.
Core Principles of SPACE
The core principles of SPACE focus on empowering parents to make impactful changes in their responses to their child’s anxiety. Here are the key principles:
- Reduce Accommodation Behaviors
- Increase Supportive Responses
- Practical Strategies
- Parental Involvement
Anxiety Concerns Alleviated with SPACE
- Separation anxiety
- Social anxiety
- Generalized anxiety
- Fears and phobias
- Panic disorder and Agoraphobia
- Selective mutism
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Who Should Consider SPACE?
- Parents of Anxious Children
- Families Struggling with Anxiety Disorders
- Parents Seeking to Reduce Accommodation
- Caregivers Wanting to Provide Better Support
- Parents Interested in a Collaborative Approach
- Families Looking for Practical Solutions
- Parents Ready for Change
During Your Session: What to Expect
When you join the SPACE program, you’ll discover practical skills and techniques to support your child in overcoming anxiety, OCD, or similar issues. This approach is unique because it focuses on the adjustments parents can make in their own behavior, rather than expecting the child to change.
In SPACE, you’ll learn two key strategies: responding to your anxious child in a more supportive manner and cutting back on the accommodations you’ve been making for their symptoms. By making these changes, you can create a healthier, more balanced environment for your child’s growth and resilience.
The Key Role of Parents in Managing Childhood Anxiety
Addressing childhood anxiety is crucial for your child’s overall well-being and development. Anxiety can affect their academic performance, social interactions, and self-esteem. By tackling anxiety early with programs like Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions, you can help your child develop healthy coping mechanisms and lead a happier life.
Parents play a vital role in managing their child’s anxiety. Your responses and behavior significantly impact how your child handles stress. Through the SPACE program, you can learn supportive strategies and reduce behaviors that accommodate anxiety, creating a more positive environment for your child.
If you’re looking for guidance, the Counseling Center Group is here to help. Our experts provide the tools and support you need to navigate this journey and help your child thrive. Don’t hesitate to reach out!
Frequently Asked Questions - SPACE
Parents (and other caregivers) participate in SPACE treatment sessions. In most cases the child or adolescent does not need to attend the treatment sessions.
SPACE stands out from traditional child-focused therapies because it focuses on guiding parents to make positive changes in their own behaviors. Instead of working directly with the child, SPACE empowers parents to provide supportive responses and reduce accommodations that reinforce anxiety. This approach helps create a healthier environment for the child to thrive in.
Starting the SPACE program with CCG is easy! Simply contact our team to learn more and book an appointment. We’re here to support you and your family every step of the way.
We Can Help.
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