Let’s talk about a tough topic: discipline. Many of the families in my practice come to me when they are struggling to find the best way to manage their child’s behavior. Does this scenario feel familiar to you?: “I’m always battling with my 11 yr old daughter over the same issues. Why can’t she just listen to me the […] Read more…
Does your child organize well? As a parent, you want to feel confident that your child makes the time and the space necessary for things like chores, homework, and taking care of their possessions. Does it seem that you’re always playing catch-up with your child? Are you constantly reminding him or her to do things? […] Read more…
Your teenage son has trouble making (or keeping) friends, and you’re concerned about what this means for his social life and for his future. Is there a problem that needs to be addressed? Should you get more involved, or let it be? What can you do as a parent to help your teenage son find healthy […] Read more…
Chelsea is not in a serious relationship. Nothing good seems to be on the horizon. Sometimes she thinks finding and maintaining a relationship isn’t worth the hassle. Chelsea is relatively successful and enjoys life most of the time. If she is being completely honest, though, she wants to feel that finding a good relationship is possible. Getting to that point feels overwhelming. Does […] Read more…
Your child is entering the preteen years and will be exploring new thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Are you feeling frustrated with some of the changes you’re seeing in your child? Do you feel less control or influence over your child’s life? Does your preteen sometimes choose to just not listen? You’re in for a lot of surprises […] Read more…
Most children give lying a try at least once. It is natural for a child to test his or her limits. A parent becomes concerned when their child is lying consistently, or without guilt, or about things that are disrupting his or her life. If you want to break the lying habit, make use of these insights and tips. They […] Read more…
Your teen is facing many obstacles as she’s growing up, and you’re trying your best as a parent to keep her on the right path. Imagine how well you’d sleep at night if you could communicate with your teenage daughter in an open, respectful, and constructive way. Not to mention how much more effectively you could problem-solve […] Read more…
Anxiety is an expert when it comes to limiting your experience of life. Do you often feel uneasy or have a tendency to worry? If so, you know that stress and anxiety can take away your sleep, stop you from enjoying the people around you, and prevent you from embracing new opportunities. Anxiety is built upon fear and it thrives […] Read more…
Do you get enough respect as a parent? Do you ever feel embarrassed or angered by your child’s disrespectful behavior? Some of the most frustrated parents I’ve ever worked with are those who feel they aren’t getting the respect that they deserve. Being disrespected can make any parent feel completely out of control. You know that increasing […] Read more…
There are many physical and emotional changes that occur during adolescence, and there are many ways that teens try to cope with these changes. Some coping tools are functional and healthy, like journaling, crying it out, and talking to a trusted adult. Sometimes teens try to cope with feelings in ways that harm their bodies. Some […] Read more…