Learn How To Support Your Anxious Child - with Personalised Guidance
Learn How To Support Your Anxious Teen And Feel Like A Confident Parent Again
Individual SPACE support for parents who want a clear plan, less conflict at home and the confidence to follow through
Learn How To Support Your Anxious Child And Feel Like A Confident Parent Again
Learn How To Support Your Anxious Child - with Personalised Guidance
Individual SPACE support for parents who want a clear plan, less conflict at home and the confidence to follow through
When you’ve tried everything and you still don’t feel like it’s helping
Most parents who find me have already done a lot: reassurance, reasoning, changing plans, avoiding triggers, staying close, stepping in to smooth things over- anything to keep life moving and prevent distress.
And yet anxiety still shows up, often bigger and louder than before.
If that’s where you are, there’s nothing 'wrong' with your parenting. It usually means you’re dealing with a system that needs a different lever - one that doesn’t depend on your child feeling ready or willing to do therapy.
A different starting point: change what happens around anxiety
SPACE is an evidence-based, parent-led approach that focuses on what you can influence - your responses, your boundaries and the patterns at home that accidentally give anxiety more control.
We apply the SPACE model to your child, your household and the moments that keep repeating - so you’re not trying to translate generic advice into a complicated real life.
SPACE helps even if your child is on the CAMHS waitlist, refuses therapy or can’t engage right now.
You’ll build a practical skill set you can return to again and again:
A clearer way to respond when anxiety spikes, without getting pulled into arguments or bargaining
A plan for reducing accommodation that feels kind, doable and consistent
Language you can use in the moment (what to say and how to hold the line)
More steadiness and confidence in your parenting decisions
A pathway that supports your child’s independence over time
Respond to your child’s anxiety in a way that’s calm, clear, and supportive
Limit the cycle of accommodation (so anxiety isn't calling the shots)
Help your child become more confident and resilient over time
Feel more connected to your child and to yourself as a parent again
Your step-by-step plan, built around your family
Get clarity on what’s keeping anxiety in charge
We’ll identify the specific accommodations showing up in your home (reassurance, avoidance, rituals/compulsions, etc.) and where they’re most costly for your family.
Build a tailored SPACE plan
We'll create a structured plan that fits your context - your child’s age and needs, your household, your constraints and what’s realistic right now.
Implement with support
You’ll have a place to bring the sticky moments. No matter what curveballs show up, we'll adjust, refine and keep you moving forward.
Hi, I'm Will
I’m a BACP-registered psychotherapist specialising in supporting children and young people with anxiety/OCD and their parents.
Often, parents initially reach out because they want therapy for their child, but their child isn’t ready or willing to engage. That’s where SPACE can be so powerful. SPACE is a parent-led, evidence-based approach that helps you change the patterns around anxiety at home, so you can support your child more effectively and help them build the confidence and independence they need over time.
I trained in SPACE in 2020 with Dr Eli Lebowitz, host peer supervision for SPACE practitioners in the UK and am supervised directly by the SPACE team in the US to support my ongoing work with families.
SPACE is a time-limited approach - you won't be seeing me forever!
It typically takes 12-15 sessions to go through the SPACE programme, and these would normally happen weekly (or twice weekly) to maintain momentum. The cost of 1:1 support is £125 per 50 minute session (pay as you go, there's no upfront payment).
To learn more about SPACE and how it can help your family, use the buttons below to email or What's App me and book your free 20 minute consultation. Please know if you email me, my response may land in your junk so please check there as I will get back to you.
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FAQs
What is the SPACE programme?
SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) is a parent-based programme developed at Yale University. It helps parents support their child or teenager who is struggling with anxiety, OCD, ARFID, Failure to Launch or related difficulties, without requiring the child to participate directly in therapy.
Who is this approach for?
SPACEA is designed for parents or caregivers of children, teens and young adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, ARFID, Failure to Launch or related emotional challenges. It’s especially helpful if your child is unwilling or unable to engage in therapy themselves.
How does SPACE work?
The programme focuses on reducing family accommodation - the well-intended changes parents make to reduce a child’s distress (e.g., providing excessive reassurance or avoiding anxiety triggers). In SPACE, parents learn how to respond supportively while helping their child face fears more independently.
Do children take part in the sessions?
No, SPACE is a parent-only programme. Research shows that working with parents alone can lead to significant improvements in a child’s anxiety symptoms.
How many sessions do I need and how long do they last?
It typically takes 12-15 sessions to go through the SPACE programme. Each session is 50 minutes.
Will this help even if my child’s anxiety is severe or has been going on for a long time?
Yes. SPACE has shown strong results in helping families, even when a child’s anxiety has been persistent or severe. Parents often report greater confidence and reduced family stress after completing the programme.
Does this work for autistic children?
Yes. Some research has just come out about using SPACE with autistic children.
I've read the SPACE book. Do I really need coaching?
You can absolutely use what you've learnt in the book and apply it without support. The benefit of having professional support is you will get guidance on the doing of SPACE, prior to making changes, deciding where to start and what to do differently - and troubleshooting input when navigating through those changes. I'll be there to encourage and guide you every step of the way.
Is this a substitute for therapy for my child?
Not necessarily. While SPACE can be effective on its own, it can also be used alongside a child’s individual therapy. It’s especially helpful when a child is not currently in therapy or is reluctant to engage.
Can this be used alongside my child’s therapy?
Absolutely. SPACE can complement your child’s therapy or serve as a standalone approach if your child isn’t in treatment. It focuses on empowering you with tools that can shift family dynamics in a supportive and effective way.
How is SPACE different from traditional parenting advice?
SPACE is a structured, evidence-based intervention developed by clinical psychologists. It focuses specifically on how parents can respond to anxiety-driven behaviours and promote emotional resilience, rather than general parenting strategies. You’ll receive structured guidance, proven tools and professional facilitation based on clinical research into childhood anxiety and OCD.
Is this a good fit for my family?
SPACE could be a good fit if:
Your child experiences anxiety or OCD
You often find yourself adjusting daily life to reduce their distress
You’re looking for tools to help your child manage anxiety more independently
How do I join or learn more?
To register your interest for an upcoming group email Will at [email protected]