Many parents come to me and ask for help because their children are misbehaving. I always ask what their plan is. What works for them in disciplining and what doesn’t? It is an interesting conversation. Because raising a family based upon no specific values or plan often feels chaotic. So I guide the parents into […]
Baby birds are leaving the nest (goodbye high school / hello college)
It is that time of year again, where teens all over the country are getting ready to graduate high school and many are leaving home for the first time. While this is sad and anxiety producing for the parents, teens may not be as prepared as they need to be for the transition to college […]
How to help your anxious child.
Parental support of children with anxiety When your child has anxiety, it can very stressful as a parent. Many parents ask me what they can do at home to support what I am working on with their child in their counseling session. I believe that it is most important to not offer advice but to […]
Fun has no age limit.
Do you look back on the days when you took your toddlers and young children on adventures as your favorite part of parenting? Did you have picnics at the local park? Wander through the aquarium? Giggle at animals at the zoo? See the shows at the Renaissance festival? I remember those adventures and look at […]
5 tips for supporting your teen while they find their own identity.
Tip 1: Teens want to please you. Most typical American teens do their best to behave, follow societies norms and get positive reinforcement from their parents or teachers. The kids get it. They really do. They know wrong from right. Ask them what they think they should do in a specific circumstance. Pushing your beliefs […]