Common Challenges & Symptoms In Highly Sensitive And Emotionally Intense Children
Parenting a highly sensitive or emotionally intense child can bring unique challenges, and each child’s experience is as individual as they are.
This page outlines the challenges and symptoms I can help with- from intense emotional outbursts and anxiety, to specific struggles where children shut down or find it hard to open up.
Whether your child is highly sensitive, emotionally intense, neurodiverse or facing anxiety, trauma or behavioural challenges, I’m here to offer guidance and support.
Challenges and Symptoms I Can Help With
Below are some of the common challenges and symptoms I help parents and children work through.
This list is not exhaustive- if your child is facing other challenges, please feel free to get in touch to discuss how I may be able to help.
Emotional and Mental Health Challenges:
Anger
Anxiety
Difficulty accepting or understanding an autism diagnosis/suspected diagnosis
Emotional outbursts
Fear of failure
Intrusive or compulsive thoughts
Lack of control in some area of life
Low confidence and self-esteem
Low mood or desire to feel happier
Nervousness or worry
Perfectionism and fear of making mistakes
Poor self-image
Social and Relationship Issues:
Conflict with parents or disharmony in the household
Fear of others’ judgment
Feeling lost or without a sense of direction or purpose
Hyperawareness or sensitivity to criticism
Overwhelm in social situations
Separation anxiety
School-Related Challenges:
Being misunderstood by teachers
Bullying
Exam stress
School anxiety
School refusal
Behavioural and Physical Concerns:
Bedwetting
Confusion over potential ‘labels’ or diagnoses for your child
Difficulty with transitions or changes in routine
Difficulty expressing feelings/shutting down
Impulsivity or difficulty with self-regulation
Restrictive eating
Screen addiction
Sensory sensitivities
Soiling
Why Early Intervention Is Crucial For Highly Sensitive, Anxious and Emotionally Intense Children
Tackling the challenges as early as possible is essential not just for your child’s well-being, but for YOU too (and the entire family).
Positive outcomes for your child’s mental health
The younger a child is when they begin receiving support, the better the outcomes tend to be.
Timely support prevents issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, emotional outbursts and shutdowns from becoming even more entrenched or reinforced over time.
As the child grows older it becomes harder to shift these kinds of challenges.
Peace of mind for YOU
For parents, early support means greater peace of mind and a wonderful sense of empowerment.
As you learn to understand and respond to your child’s unique needs, you’ll feel more confident in guiding them though difficult moments.
It’s surprising how fast those feelings of desperation, overwhelm or helplessness can be released, making family life the happy experience you’d always dreamed of.
You deserve to feel both supported and reassured that your child’s mental health and well-being is being taken care of.
Creating a calmer, more harmonious family environment
The benefits extend to the entire family. Siblings, too, will benefit when your child’s challenges are addressed, as it leads to a more peaceful and harmonious home environment.
By building healthier emotional responses and coping mechanisms early on, parents and children alike experience less stress and more fulfilling and secure connections with one another.
Timely support lays the groundwork not only for the child’s resilience but also for a stronger, more supportive family dynamic that you can all thrive in.
How To Get Started Supporting Your Child’s Needs
Getting started is simple. If you’re ready to receive outside support to help your child overcome their struggles and thrive, the first step is to reach out.
We can chat initially via email or WhatsApp, where you can share your experiences and challenges and ask me any questions.
The next step would be a free phone consultation- one that could mark the beginning of a powerful transformation for your family.
Have you accessed my free parenting course yet?
This offers you a valuable introduction to understanding highly sensitive, emotionally intense and anxious children and is the perfect starting point while you prepare to get the ball rolling.
Ready To Help Your Child Thrive?
Imagine your child feeling more confident, calm and understood. This is possibly the most important step you could take for your family.
Get in touch and schedule a free consultation, or start with my free course. You are not alone and together we can explore and address your child’s unique needs and challenges.
With heaps of compassion and understanding, I’m here to support you and your child every step of the way.
- Sarah Weaver.