How to Help Your Child Handle Back-to-School Stress: Tips from a Christian Counselor

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You’ve made it through the first month (or two) of school! Whether it’s been full of meltdowns, late nights, Target runs, and the first round of sniffles — or things have actually gone surprisingly smoothly — you’ve crossed an important milestone. And if you’ve caught yourself Googling phrases like “drip” or “skibidi” just to keep up — you’re doing great!

Each new school year stirs up a mix of emotions — maybe relief at having a little more peace and quiet, alongside the natural worries about how your child will adjust. Or it might bring a touch of grief as the long, unhurried summer days of connection with your littles transitions to nights of homework, sports and activities.

Below is a free Back-to-School Guide (no email needed) to provide some tips and tricks for this season, offering some ideas and resources to facilitate connection and growth in your family. It covers:

  • Tools for secure attachment and co-regulation
  • Developmental stages (and what to expect)
  • How to navigate technology at each age level

Take the Next Step in Your Parenting Journey

If you found this parenting guide helpful but need additional guidance on your child’s specific challenges, come talk to us! At Cornerstone Christian Counseling, we are here for you in this season. 

We have an excellent team of trained play therapists to support you and your kiddos through the somewhat tumultuous waters of raising little humans in this world. Whether it be anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, bullying, behavior challenges, or adjustment issues — we’re here for you!

Not sure where to start? Reach out by clicking below.

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