Practical Support for Tics, Tourette's & Childhood Anxiety

This blog exists because good information about tics and anxiety can be genuinely hard to find. Whether you're a parent trying to understand what's happening with your child, an adult managing tics yourself, or just starting to explore your options — you'll find practical, accurate, and approachable content here.

Emily Reid, OTR/L

Hi, I'm Emily — an occupational therapist and tic specialist sharing practical, honest guidance on tics and anxiety that's grounded in real clinical experience.

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Child experiencing increased tics while doing homework with his mother nearby

Why Are My Child’s Tics Suddenly Worse?

CBIT Therapy, Parent Resources, Sleep, Suppressing Tics, Tic Education, Tics, Tourette Syndrome

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Red light therapy panel being used on a hand, with bold text overlay reading "Light Therapy for Tics and Anxiety" — a blog post by Three23 Therapy on using light therapy to support tic management and calm the nervous system.

Light Therapy for Tics and Anxiety: What It Is, Why It Works, and How to Use It

Anxiety, Parent Resources, Sensory Processing Disorder, Sleep, Tic Education, Tourette Syndrome

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The Sleep Connection: Helping Kids Rest, Regulate, and Rebalance

Anxiety, Sleep, Tics, Tourette Syndrome

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