Cricket3 - thanks for the empathy and sharing your experience. Actually we believe the key is helping her learn to manage/control her anxieties as well as her emotions. We have tried some of the techniques - breathing, counting, asking her to think of something she likes - but so far little success. She has actually gotten MUCH better than when she was a toddler and preschooler but still not where she needs to be. I do think age and maturity will help some eventually. Finding the right person to help her learn these techniques would be wonderful.
She actually is a fairly happy kid most of the time but certain things just stress her out - especially at school. I would love to hear how the hypnosis works out for you.
I'm glad to hear that your DD has gotten better with age.
