How to Help Your Child Through Anxiety

Parenting Advice on the Streets of NYC | Dr. Becky Answers Real Parents’ Questions Who wants free parenting advice? 👋 I’m Dr. Becky, and today I’m taking to the streets of New York City to talk with real parents about the challenges we all face - big feelings, anxious teens, and the struggle to hold it all together. From helping your anxious high schooler face tough mornings, to finding calm when your toddler starts screaming in a restaurant, to learning how to do less and be more present - we’re talking about what it really means to raise resilient, confident kids. 💬 Topics we cover: How to support kids with anxiety (without letting fear make the decisions) What to say when your child refuses to go to school Why connection comes before cooperation A new way to think about resilience (it’s not about staying “sunny”) Handling “annoying” behavior with humor and teamwork The surprising parenting wisdom of ducks 🦆 📍Filmed in New York City, this episode brings parenting off the internet and into real life - because sometimes the best advice happens face-to-face. At Good Inside, we’re shifting the narrative - away from instinct and toward education - because parenting isn’t something that just comes naturally. And the first step to real, cycle-breaking change? Understanding yourself—and the patterns you fall into. I’ve said it before: every parent has a pattern. But have you ever stopped to ask… what’s yours? Take the free quiz at https://bit.ly/481vVcu Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside Sign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletter

Dr. BeckyhostVarious NYC parentsguest

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EPISODE INFO

Released: November 10, 2025
Duration: 6m
Channel: Good Inside with Dr. Becky
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Parenting Advice on the Streets of NYC | Dr. Becky Answers Real Parents’ Questions Who wants free parenting advice? 👋 I’m Dr. Becky, and today I’m taking to the streets of New York City to talk with real parents about the challenges we all face - big feelings, anxious teens, and the struggle to hold it all together. From helping your anxious high schooler face tough mornings, to finding calm when your toddler starts screaming in a restaurant, to learning how to do less and be more present - we’re talking about what it really means to raise resilient, confident kids. 💬 Topics we cover: How to support kids with anxiety (without letting fear make the decisions) What to say when your child refuses to go to school Why connection comes before cooperation A new way to think about resilience (it’s not about staying “sunny”) Handling “annoying” behavior with humor and teamwork The surprising parenting wisdom of ducks 🦆 📍Filmed in New York City, this episode brings parenting off the internet and into real life - because sometimes the best advice happens face-to-face. At Good Inside, we’re shifting the narrative - away from instinct and toward education - because parenting isn’t something that just comes naturally. And the first step to real, cycle-breaking change? Understanding yourself—and the patterns you fall into. I’ve said it before: every parent has a pattern. But have you ever stopped to ask… what’s yours? Take the free quiz at https://bit.ly/481vVcu Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside Sign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletter

SPEAKERS

Dr. Becky
host
Clinical psychologist and parenting expert, host of Good Inside with Dr. Becky.
Various NYC parents
guest
NYC-area parent participating in an on-the-street parenting Q&A segment.

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Good Inside with Dr. Becky, featuring Dr. Becky and Various NYC parents, How to Help Your Child Through Anxiety explores believe anxiety, set expectations, and build resilience through connection daily Dr. Becky distinguishes believing a child’s anxiety from letting anxiety determine decisions like missing school.

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