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February 7, 2024

How To Parent Teenager Daughters: 6 Tips & Strategies

Wondering how to parent teenage daughters? That’s the age old question, isn’t it? Being a parent can be tough, and there is no perfect answer to this question or really any other parenting question out there. But there are helpful and even crucial steps you can take.

The teenage years are complicated, and this can be especially true for teenage girls. As your daughter enters the years leading up to her adulthood, there is so much going on! Some of it will be amazing and some of it will be extremely difficult. According to the CDC, teenage girls are experiencing higher levels of sadness, alcohol use, and violence compared to teenage boys. These years are pivotal for her development and future!

Let’s talk about some valuable tips to help you navigate these years as best as you can.

January 17, 2024

How to Help Your Teenager with Anger Issues: A Guide to Cultivating Tranquility

Anger is a natural emotion, but when it becomes unmanageable, it can have detrimental effects on a teenager’s well-being. We’re talking things that go beyond a typical eye-roll and slamming of the bedroom door.

Adolescence is a challenging phase, marked by things like hormonal changes, academic pressures, and changing peer relationships. For some teenagers, navigating these complexities can lead to anger issues. As parents, educators, or friends, understanding how to help teenagers cope with anger is crucial for their emotional development and overall happiness.

Keep reading to learn about the landscape of teen anger and what you can do to help.

December 20, 2023

Why Is Self Image Important?

If someone asked you if you have a positive self image, what what would you say? Think about it for a minute. How do you see yourself? And why does it matter?

In a world that can sometimes be driven by external validation, self image holds profound importance in shaping well being and identity. Self image encompasses the thoughts, feelings, and perceptions you have about yourself. Your internal narrative about self image influences your mental health, relationships, achievements, and overall life satisfaction.

In this article, we will delve into some of the reasons why cultivating a positive self image is crucial for living a positive and empowered life. Keep reading to learn more.

December 6, 2023

What Causes Teenage Anxiety?

The period of adolescence is a transformative experience marked by physical, emotional, and cognitive changes. Teenagers often find themselves on a journey of self discovery, attempting to find themselves while navigating their rapidly evolving societal pressures. This can be tough for everyone involved.

Parenting, while rewarding, can also be a stressful and transformative experience! And when you notice signs of anxiety in your teenager, it can be perplexing and stressful. “What causes teenage anxiety?” is a question that many parents may be asking themselves.

This article will explore the intricate web of factors that may be contributing to your teenager’s emotional struggles.

November 1, 2023

‘I Hate My Husband After Having a Baby’ and How to Navigate it

Have you ever thought (or voiced), in a postpartum hormonal rage, “I hate my husband!” Believe it or not, you are not alone in this. This is actually a common feeling, and a very common google search.

Bringing a baby into your life can be a beautiful and transformative experience. While it is often described as a time of love, joy, and fulfillment, the postpartum period can be incredibly challenging. Hormones are raging, your body is healing, and you’re probably more than a little sleep deprived.

If you have resentment towards your husband post baby, and you want to know why and what to do next, keep reading.

October 18, 2023

How to Motivate a Depressed Teenager: 8 Proven Strategies

Motivating a depressed teenager can be extremely difficult- even a teenager without depression can be hard to motivate. Think back to your teenage years… chances are, emotions were high! You might have thought life was hard or unfair, school was stressful, you dealt with puberty, maybe there was some peer pressure, and things were overall an up and down roller coaster. The teenage years can be tumultuous.

Depression adds a separate set of trials that can affect the whole family. You are not alone, and neither is your teen; it’s estimated that one in five adolescents struggles with depression in any given year. If you think your unmotivated teenager may be depressed, this is the article for you.

April 18, 2023

A Guide to Anger Management: 7 Tips and Tricks

Imagine you are driving home from a long day at work and feeling stressed out. As you pull up to the busy intersection, the car in front of you suddenly jumps in front of you and cuts you off. You slam on the brakes to avoid a collision and feel a surge of anger take over you. You begin honking your horn and roll down your window to shout at the driver in a fit of frustration and anger. The driver in front of you suddenly gets out of the car and approaches you and begins shouting at you. Suddenly, an explosive argument erupts between you two and the police are called to the scene.

In the scenario above, we can see how anger can lead to conflict if left unchecked and unmanaged. If you or someone you know struggles to manage their anger, read the following article to learn 7 tips and tricks for better anger management.

March 20, 2023

5 Ways To Boost Your Teenager’s Self-Esteem

The teenage years can be a time of significant growth, change, and struggles with self-esteem. After all, this is a period in one’s life when they are just starting to form their own identity and explore their interests and values. During this journey of discovery, it is common for teenagers to experience self-doubt, confusion, and discomfort with who they are.

Keep reading to learn more about why your teenager may be experiencing low self-esteem and five ways you can help boost your teenager’s self-esteem!

February 24, 2023

Why Am I Unhappy With My Marriage?

When we agreed to walk down the aisle, many of us were excited for a future with our partner that would be filled with happiness and joy. However, the reality is that many people are currently unhappy with their marriages and there are many reasons for this.

January 13, 2023

What is an LMFT?

What’s the first image that comes to mind when I ask you to think of family or relationship conflict? Consider a heated argument between a married couple. Perhaps it’s a parent who is struggling to manage her child’s out-of-control temper tantrums….or a father who is struggling with a drinking problem while his family looks on helplessly. Regardless if these scenarios fit your current situation or not, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or (MFT) may be able to help!