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Chloe was doing everything “right” to support her 11-year-old daughter Ava through Emetophobia recovery.
100% committed. Maximum effort. Encouraging school trips and activities despite the fear.
But Ava wasn’t improving.
Previous exposure therapy had convinced Ava she was “the one person this wouldn’t work for.” Her motivation was crushed, her belief shattered.
Chloe thought she was coping well as the supportive parent.
Then she realized: She was encouraging her daughter while being completely catastrophic inside.
In this powerful episode, Coach Chloe joins Michelle Johnson to share how everything changed the moment she turned the spotlight inward:
- ✓ Recognizing her own lack of self-belief was directly impacting Ava’s progress
- ✓ Understanding she was neglecting her own thoughts and coping skills while focusing entirely on her daughter
- ✓ Learning to process wins positively instead of catastrophizing every situation
- ✓ Addressing her own social anxiety and hypervigilance that was unknowingly holding them both back
The breakthrough: The second Chloe began to thrive herself, there was a complete transformation for both mother and daughter.
Now Ava is thriving and loving life emetophobia-free, while Chloe has found a whole new level of respect for herself and her worth.
Chloe’s Essential Tips for Parents:
- Address your own social anxiety
- Recognize your hypervigilance
- See blips as positive learning opportunities
- Spot your catastrophic language
Sometimes the key to helping your child isn’t just focusing on them – it’s learning to thrive yourself first.