Every parent knows the feeling of managing big emotions: the sudden scream in the grocery aisle, the rigid “shutting down” at the dinner table, or the full-blown meltdown over a blue cup instead of a red one. In those moments, it’s not just the child who is overwhelmed—it’s you.
We often find ourselves wondering: Am I doing this wrong? Is this behavior normal? How do I make it stop?
The truth is, tantrums and shutdowns aren’t just “bad behavior.” They are physiological responses to a world that feels too big or too loud in that moment. When we shift our focus from controlling the behavior to connecting with the nervous system, everything changes. Instead of fighting the fire, we learn how to be the “calm” our children need to find their way back to us.
From Chaos to Connection: Navigating Your Child’s Big Emotions
Does it ever feel like your home is a minefield of outbursts and shutdowns?
Tantrums and meltdowns can leave parents feeling exhausted, unsure, and deeply worried about their child’s future. It’s hard to stay calm when your child is spiraling, but you don’t have to navigate these intense moments alone.
Join us for an interactive parent workshop designed to pull back the curtain on what is really happening when your child loses control. Just Mind Counseling is partnering with Austin Health Partners which includes Cedar Park Pediatric and Family Practice.
Event Details
- When: Wednesday, May 6 | 6:00 PM
- Where: Online
- Expert Speaker: Kris Downing, LCSW
What We Will Explore Together
This isn’t a lecture; it’s a collaborative deep dive into the reality of parenting. During the session, Kris Downing will invite you to share your real-life experiences:
- The Anatomy of a Meltdown: What does a tantrum actually look like in your home?
- The Parent’s Experience: What thoughts, worries, and physical sensations arise in your body when things get heated?
- The Power of Co-Regulation: Practical, hands-on strategies to move from overwhelm back to a state of calm and connection.
Meet Your Guide: Kris Downing
With over 25 years of experience as a clinical director and therapist trainer, Kris Downing, LCSW, RPT specializes in the intricate emotional lives of children. She is also the author of the acclaimed children’s book “Tummies Flip, Hearts Skip: A Book About How Feelings Feel,” a vital tool designed to help kids understand their bodies and put words to their biggest internal experiences.
Stop managing the symptoms and start healing the source.
