5 Tips to Help Your Child Get Mentally Ready for a Great School Year
🏫 Back to School Tips
Back-to-school season can be a time of excitement, but it can also bring stress and anxiety for both kids and parents. At Texoma Specialty Counseling, we know that supporting your child’s mental wellness is just as important as buying school supplies. Here are five tips to help your child get ready for a mentally well school year:
📅 1. Establish a Predictable Routine
Children thrive on structure. Begin adjusting bedtime and wake-up routines a couple of weeks before school starts. Predictability helps reduce anxiety and makes transitions smoother.
💬 2. Open Up Conversations
Ask your child how they’re feeling about the new year. Encourage open dialogue around their hopes and concerns. Let them know it's okay to feel nervous and that you're there for support.
🌿 3. Practice Stress-Relief Techniques
Teach and model tools like deep breathing, journaling, stretching, or walks. Practicing these techniques together helps normalize emotional regulation and stress relief at school.
🤝 4. Connect with Support Systems
Remind them they’re not alone. Help them identify trusted friends, teachers, or school counselors. Consider individual or group therapy to build resilience—Texoma Specialty Counseling offers supportive services for youth and families.
⚖️ 5. Promote Balance and Self-Care
Help your child balance school with play, rest, and creative expression. Show them that downtime matters. Prioritize family time and healthy habits to model self-care at home.
📚 Helpful Resources
Texoma Specialty Counseling: We provide individual and group therapy for children, teens, and families.
School Counselors: Most schools offer counseling—reach out for available resources.
Parenting Support Groups: Join our parenting groups for connection and expert insight.