The Challenges of Parenting Teen Boys
Raising Teen Boys, Practical Advice for Managing Teen Behavior As a mother of two boys, I can attest that parenting teen boys is as rewarding as it is challenging. It’s a difficult and confusing time. There’s physical growth, lots of hormones, emotions, and, let’s face it, it is a socially awkward time. Understanding the changes […]
The Perfectionism Trap: How to Free Your Teen (and Yourself) from Unrealistic Expectation
Imagine this: Your bright, dedicated teenage daughter has poured countless hours into a project. She spirals into despair when she gets a B instead of an A. This isn’t just about the grade; it’s the heavy weight of striving for perfection—a weight too heavy for a teen to bear. Chasing this level of perfection results […]
Parenting Coaching: Help Supporting Struggling Teen
Introduction to Parenting Coaching Welcome, parents of teens, to a space of understanding and guidance as you navigate the challenges of parenting struggling adolescents. In this blog post, we will explore the invaluable support that a virtual parenting coach can offer in addressing teen behavior issues and building effective parenting strategies. Together, we will delve […]
Understanding and Helping Teen Anger Issues
Understanding and Helping Teen Anger Issues Did you ever imagine one day, your sweet, loving child would become an angry, defiant, and rebellious adolescent? I’m referring to the adolescent behaviors parents often discuss with me: Disrespecting all authority Temper tantrums Emotional immaturity Inability to cope Shutdown School refusal Parents of kids who struggle with emotional […]
Is Your Teen Cutting Themselves? How to get Help and Understand
Iris was Struggling and Hurting Herself: She Desperately Needed Help Click the play button below to listen or scroll down to read her story. Facts about Self-Harm: Unexplained Injuries like Cuts, Bruises, or Burns 17% of teenagers in the U.S., engage in some form of self-injury behavior. Mostly girls between 11 and 14 Self-harming […]
Restoring Harmony: Dealing with Rebellious Teenagers
Are you feeling at your wit’s end with your rebellious teenager? Is their out-of-control behavior affecting every aspect of your family’s life? Look no further because this blog is here to empower you as a parent and provide you with the hope and solutions you need. It’s time to end the struggle and restore order […]
Therapeutic Wilderness Programs for Struggling Teens
Are Therapeutic Wilderness Program the Answer for Your Struggling Teen? Therapeutic wilderness is a licensed, evidence-based treatment model that uses the natural environment to treat teens with behavioral and mental health challenges. For struggling teens, these programs remove them from their everyday environment and place them in nature to address the behavioral issues driving their […]
The Truth about Short Term Treatment Programs
Why Short Term Residential Treatment Centers May Not Be the Best Choice for Teens Struggling with Mental Health Issues Let’s talk about teen mental health treatment, specifically short term residential (RTCs.) Should you consider one of these programs for your struggling child? Do they help or harm? Are they enough? When should parents consider them? […]
Parenting Tips for Helping Teenagers with Mental Health Issues
The last few years have been incredibly disruptive for teenagers and their families. The impact the pandemic has had on our teens has been tremendous! From changing how they view school, their social dynamics, and their relationships with family and friends. It may be a shock to realize that the isolation and disruption our children […]
Parenting Tips for Parents of ADHD Teens
As a parenting coach, I often talk to parents who feel like they are failing when it comes to raising their teens, especially when a parent has a teen with ADHD who is in-midst of a rebellion or acting aggressively. In this blog, I’d like to shed light on the reality of parenting teens. It’s […]