Is Your Child Anxious About University?
Watching your child struggle with the transition to university is heartbreaking. Whether they're preparing to leave or already overwhelmed on campus, professional support can help them build the resilience they need to thrive.
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The "First-Year Drop" is Real—But Preventable
You've seen the signs. The excitement about acceptance letters has been replaced by quiet withdrawal, irritability, or outright panic. Maybe they're calling home in tears every night, or maybe they've stopped calling altogether.
Common Signs of University Transition Anxiety:
- Academic Paralysis: "Everyone else is smarter than me." (Imposter Syndrome)
- Social Withdrawal: Staying in their dorm room instead of engaging with orientation.
- Physical Symptoms: Panic attacks, nausea, or insomnia before exams or move-in day.
- "I Want to Come Home": Frequent requests to drop out or transfer before giving it a real chance.
As a parent, you want to fix it. But hovering (helicopter parenting) can sometimes validate their fear that they can't handle it. The best support is often empowering them to build their own toolkit.
How We Support Your Student
We work with students from UofT, Western, McMaster, Queen's, and across Ontario to turn anxiety into action. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we help students:
Build Independence
Learning to manage their own schedule, emotions, and self-care routines.
Manage Academic Pressure
Strategies to handle the jump in workload without burning out.
Find Their Tribe
Overcoming social anxiety to make genuine connections on campus.
Note on Confidentiality: While parents often initiate contact, therapy is a confidential space for the student. This privacy is crucial for them to take ownership of their mental health journey.
Help Them Take the Next Step
University should be a time of growth, not improved suffering. Let's equip your student with the skills to handle the pressure.
Jesse Cynamon, RP
Registered Psychotherapist | CRPO #10979
Supporting Students Across Ontario
UofT, Western, Queen's, McMaster, & More