Are You Concerned About Your Teen? There is so much happening for your teen, both inside and out. Every teen experiences struggles growing up. Your teen is experiencing new thoughts and emotions. But you know that this is a critical time for your teen, and you want to prevent any serious trouble! Although you know your […] 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…
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…
Chances are that if you are a parent of a teen, you pay attention to the quality of his or her friends. Observing teen friendships is a good way for you to gauge your teen’s mental and social health. Teen friendships are a key element to healthy development because they allow your teen to learn about the world and to form a unique […] Read more…
The holidays have passed, and the with new calendar year comes the second half of the school year. As a parent, your new years hopes and goals probably include your teen’s wellbeing and success. Is your family struggling to navigate the expectations and pressures of a good education and growing-up process for your teen? Is your teen […] Read more…
Carve Your Own Path: Create the Life You Truly Want A Personal College Prep Workshop Presented by Teen LAUCH This is an interactive and thought-provoking workshop that will prepare you and your teen for a successful transition to life after high school. We will arm you with concrete tools and resources to support your student along […] Read more…
Are You Concerned About Your Teen or Preteen’s Emotional, Academic and Social Development? Do you have concerns that your teen or preteen may be experiencing emotional and social stressors that are difficult to manage? Do you wonder about how moving into a new grade in school may impact his or her academic confidence and performance? Are […] Read more…
TEEN COUNSELING Are You Concerned About Your Teen’s Behavioral And Emotional Health? Is your adolescent (or preteen) behaving in ways that confuse and concern you? Is he or she struggling to navigate academic, emotional and/or social pressures? Maybe your teen is withdrawing, lashing out or making unsafe choices. Perhaps your teen is experiencing intense worry […] Read more…
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Today’s world provides many unique challenges for a parent of a teenager. In this brief article, Dr. Dan Siegel reminds us how and why face-to-face communication and basic, true connection is so vital for relationships between parent and adolescent. Whole communicating effectively with our family can be a great challenge, this article helps us to […] Read more…