08/11/2025
Here is an article I wrote for ND360Hub about supporting children with anxiety.
After the half-Term Break, Anxiety Grows
For many neurodiverse children, the transition back to school after a half-term break can trigger heightened anxiety, from changes in routine to sensory overwhelm, social pressure, and feelings of being “different.”
In this month’s ND360 Hub magazine, children’s coach Wendy Miller shares how her coaching work helps anxious children understand their feelings, regulate their emotions, and take small, practical steps toward self-confidence.
“My role is to shine a light on these thoughts, feelings and emotions — and to help children see them in a new, more positive way.”
In one powerful example, Wendy supported a 13-year-old autistic boy who had withdrawn from his peers. By exploring his world through his senses, setting manageable goals, and creating a calming toolkit, they were able to build his confidence and reduce his anxiety about daily challenges.
You can find Wendy on the ND360 Hub, where she supports families navigating transitions, anxiety, and neurodivergent experiences.
Wendy’s 3 Tips for Supporting Anxious, Neurodiverse Children:
1️⃣ Normalise feelings – remind them anxiety is valid and human
2️⃣ Use small steps – break tasks down to make them manageable
3️⃣ Create a toolkit – from breathing to movement, find what soothes them
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