Anxiety Coach - by Michael Hawton (Paperback)

About the Book

The Anxiety Coach is a practical, evidence-based guide for parents of children with anxiety, giving all parents the confidence and the tools to solve their child's anxiety problems.

Book Synopsis

The Anxiety Coach is a practical, evidence-based guide for parents of children with anxiety, giving all parents the confidence and the tools to solve their child's anxiety problems.

Review Quotes

"More children than ever before are experiencing anxiety. This is a great resource and an easy read for parents. The Anxiety Coach provides realistic examples and exercises for parents to empower their child to manage their anxiety and develop resilience."
- Kathie P. Mackay, Pre-school Director,

"A terrific way to train parents to coach their children to manage their own anxiety problems. An excellent method for encouraging resilience and independence."
- Thomas W. Phelan Ph.D., Author of 1-2-3 Magic

"As a paediatrician, I often see children with anxiety and parents want to know what they can do to help their child. This book provides a much needed, easy to use resource for parents to understand and manage their child's anxiety".
- Dr Fiona Noble MBBS FRACP Paediatrician,

"I have a whole new insight into the way my son thinks and how I can help him. The tips given have made a massive change to my family."
- Kelli - mother of two

"In a time where we are seeing more young people struggle with anxiety, Michael Hawton's book comes powering to the fore with encouragement and practical strategies for parents to get their child's anxiety back under control. As a GP, I see an increasing number of parents seeking help to cope with child anxiety with limited access to psychological services".
- Dr Ann Staughton

"Michael has provided simple, easy to follow processes that empower parents to help their children navigate through their anxieties. All common sense, but sometimes we need a hand to be able to help our kids, and this is that hand!" - Jenni - mother of an 11 year old,

"The Anxiety Coach details how parents can help prevent children catastrophizing the inevitable challenges of 'growing up' and reminds us all to enjoy the journey."
- Dr Martin Whitely, Phd, Author of Over-prescribing Madness

"With one in six children in the UK currently affected by an anxiety disorder, this insightful book explores how parents can follow step by step strategies to support their child."
- Therese Glynn, Services Director Centre for ADHD & Autism, UK

"This book is a common-sense approach to parenting anxious children. It gives real-world examples and techniques for helping children negotiate uncomfortable situations; allowing them to blossom, rather than to hide." - Vanessa, teacher and mother of two