Parenting Children with Anxiety
Virtual Group Therapy
If your child seems constantly worried, avoids new situations, or gets overwhelmed by everyday events, you’re not alone. Anxiety in children can be confusing and hard to manage—for them, and for you. This 8-week virtual parenting group is here to help.
“Parenting Children with Anxiety” empowers caregivers with strategies to reduce anxiety symptoms, support emotional development, and feel more confident in their parenting.
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A quick word from Dr. Zia
A Proven Parent-Based Approach
This program is based on the SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) treatment model. Research shows SPACE is as effective as one-on-one CBT for reducing childhood anxiety.
This group is designed for parents of children ages 3 to 12 who want to feel more capable and supported in handling anxiety-related challenges at home.
Screen time and smartphone access can also play a role in maintaining or worsening anxiety cycles. If you’re navigating decisions about your child’s device use, our Unplugged Canada resource page explains the developmental science behind delaying smartphones and what parents can do to reduce screen-related anxiety.
Parenting Children with Anxiety Summer Intensive
Virtual Group Therapy
A Small Investment. A Big Shift. Starting Before September.
If your child’s worries often take over, they avoid new situations, or become overwhelmed easily — you are not alone. Anxiety is one of the most common challenges children face, and it can leave parents feeling stuck, unsure of how to help without making things worse.
Our Parenting Children with Anxiety Summer Intensive is a 5-day virtual parent group designed to help caregivers gain a deep understand childhood anxiety and learn practical, research-backed strategies to support their child’s growth and confidence.
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Why Summer Is the Perfect Time
Summer offers something the rest of the year rarely does: a little more time and a little more bandwidth. Without the daily rush of the school routine, parents have more space to reflect, learn, and practice new approaches. This intensive is designed to take advantage of that window — so that by the time September arrives, you’re not scrambling to respond to your child’s anxiety, you’re already prepared.
Think of it as a small investment now to understand exactly how to meet your anxious child’s needs — before the school year brings its own pressures.
What You’ll Gain
Led by Ola Obaro, RP, this program helps parents: Understand what’s driving their child’s anxiety — and what’s keeping it going Respond in ways that build confidence, resilience, and independence rather than inadvertently reinforcing avoidance Walk away with tools they can begin using immediately at home Head into the school year feeling grounded, equipped, and ready.
A Unique Feature: Individual Case Consultation
What sets this intensive apart is the Wednesday case consultation day. Rather than attending a regular group session, each family books a private 20–30 minute consultation with Ola to discuss their child’s specific needs and receive tailored, individualized guidance. It’s the best of both worlds: the community of a group and the depth of one-on-one support.
Upcoming Group Cycles
Program Details
July Cycle
- Dates: Monday, July 6 to Friday, July 10, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM to 1:30 PM Eastern Time
- Duration: 5 consecutive days
- Format: Virtual through a secure video platform
- Facilitator: Ola Obaro, RP
- Investment: $595
Our groups are covered by most extended health benefits
Group size is limited. Begin with a free consult to learn more.
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Program Details
August Cycle
- Dates: Monday, August 10 to Friday, August 14, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM to 1:30 PM Eastern Time
- Duration: 5 consecutive days
- Format: Virtual through a secure video platform
- Facilitator: Ola Obaro, RP
- Investment: $595
Our groups are covered by most extended health benefits
Group size is limited. Begin with a free consult to learn more.
Book a Free Consultation
What You’ll Learn
- How anxiety shows up in children—and how to spot it early
- The common parent traps that accidentally reinforce anxiety
- Supportive, non-accommodating responses that help kids face fears
- How to reduce your own parental anxiety while supporting your child
- Coping tools and communication strategies that build emotional resilience
Each session includes:
- A deep dive into anxiety symptoms and treatment principles
- SPACE-based guidance for responding to anxious behaviours
- Reflective exercises and peer sharing
- Practical tools to implement between sessions
Is This Emotional Regulation Program Right for You?
This is for you if:
- Your child struggles with worries, fears, or avoids things due to anxiety
- You want to stop walking on eggshells around your child’s fears
- You’re looking for effective strategies to support your child’s independence and confidence
- You want to reduce accommodation behaviours that may be making things worse
This may not be right if:
- Your child needs immediate crisis intervention
- You are seeking direct therapy for your child rather than a parent-based approach
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions parents ask about this service—so you can feel more confident about what to expect.
What age group is this for?
This group is designed for caregivers of children ages 3 to 12 experiencing anxiety symptoms.
Will my child attend this group with me?
No. This is a parent-only program. Parents learn how to support their children more effectively at home.
What if my child refuses therapy?
That’s okay. The beauty of SPACE is that children don’t need to participate for it to work. The focus is on changing parent behaviour to reduce anxiety over time.
What if I’ve already tried CBT with my child?
SPACE is complementary to CBT and especially helpful when CBT hasn’t fully resolved the anxiety or when a child resists traditional therapy.
Can this be covered by insurance?
Yes, most insurance plans with mental health coverage will accept this under the supervising psychologist’s license.