The Bravery Grows Journal & Workbook: Building Bravery in Anxious Kids with Selective Mutism and Social Anxiety

Authors: Dr. Melissa Giglio and Daisy Geddes

Description: 

The Bravery Grows Journal and Workbook, created by child psychologist Dr. Melissa Giglio and Daisy Geddes, authors of the acclaimed book “Bravery Grows,” is a unique six-month guided journal designed to support children ages 4–12 in building bravery and overcoming anxiety-related challenges, including issues like selective mutism and social anxiety.

This pioneering, evidence-based journal and workbook gently guides children and their families through a series of structured activities rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy. Each week, children explore fun skill-building tasks and age-appropriate exposures that gradually increase their comfort in anxiety-provoking situations. The journal offers a safe, encouraging space to set goals, celebrate achievements, and reflect on progress.

Key features include:

• Step-by-step Exposure Activities: Clear, developmentally appropriate exercises designed to gently expand comfort zones, based on best-practice CBT and exposure techniques.
• Psychoeducation for Parents & Children: Explanations to help families understand how anxiety functions and why facing fears, instead of avoiding them, builds lasting confidence.
• Engaging Activities: Exploring planning, reflecting, and role-playing to make practicing bravery fun and practical for even the youngest participants. Includes CBT-based activities, exposure exercises, and evidence-based child anxiety support.
• Goal-Tracking & Progress Charts: Children and parents can see achievements and stay motivated as they go through their bravery journey.
• Easy Access Resource: Beneficial for families waiting for professional services or wanting to reinforce therapy at home.

What Makes This Journal and Workbook Special?

• Evidence-Based Approach: Grounded in CBT and Exposure Therapy techniques, utilized by psychologists specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders
• Guidance with Flexibility: The thoughtful, structured approach provides weekly challenges for the child to engage in that can be utilized at an individualized pace
• Anxiety Toolkit: Includes reference sections for coping strategies, grounding techniques, and psychoeducation
• Caregiver Support: Includes a caregiver support section guiding your child’s bravery journey.
• Everyday Language: Accessible to all, no mental health experience needed

Created by psychologists who specialize in childhood anxiety across clinical, school, and community settings. This journal and workbook serves as a bridge for children who need support in building their world beyond worries. Perfect for any child struggling with anxiety, including selective mutism, social anxiety disorder, and emotional regulation challenges, or simply wanting to grow their bravery. This journal meets you exactly where your children are—whether they have started building their bravery or are just beginning.

For more insights, activities, and encouragement, visit @braverygrows on Instagram and bravemightyminds.com