Note to Readers: High anxiety children are caught in a cycle. Well-meaning parents can create unnecessary fear and anxiety for their children as they navigate their quest to be great parents. Over validation of every little concern and excessive preparation for minor experiences can perpetuate more of the very emotions parents are looking to minimize. [...]

Note to Readers:  Bedtime battles were my nightly routine.  I spent 2 hours each night trying to get my child to go to sleep. The exhaustion I experienced dealing with such a high energy problem at the end of the day was more than I could bare. These bedtime battles caused stress and frustration for our entire [...]

Relaxation CD contains 4 research-based, guided meditation/relaxation techniques with calming music.  FREE domestic shipping (approximately 60 minutes) created by Lori Lite • ISBN 9780970863331 Available as a discounted mp3 download below. Also available on iTunes, Amazon and other digital retailers Experience four straight forward, no-nonsense, stress-management/meditation techniques that are accepted and used by both the [...]

By Marianella Alvarado-Michel B.S., ICADC, ICCDP Addiction Counselor “73% of teenagers reported that school stress was the primary reason for drug use.  This study clearly tells us that kids in America do not know how to deal with stress and that they are self-medicating by getting involved in substances and addictive behaviors.” Addictions in general [...]

Child anxiety should be discussed with a therapist who should be willing to answer any questions you may have about methods, training, and fees during a consultation. Bring a list of your child’s symptoms to discuss, and be sure to mention any medications for allergies or other illnesses. 

An Anger Management Story introducing active progressive muscular relaxation and deep breathing by Lori Lite • Illustrated by Max Stasuyk • ISBN 9780983625681 • Paperback FREE domestic shipping Available below as an eBook download for the iPad, Kindle, most eReaders, Tablets and computers Children learn to unwind, relax and control anger with this fun exercise [...]

The Children’s Relaxation Book introducing young children to deep breathing for relaxation and bedtime. by Lori Lite • Illustrated by M. Hartigan Available below as an eBook Download for the iPad, Kindle, most eReaders, Tablets and computers Children ages 4-7 love to pretend that they are the bear or the boy as they practice deep [...]