Remember when your teen used to tell you everything?
From playground drama to wild dreams and endless questions—you were their go-to person. And now? You’re lucky to get a shrug, a sigh, or maybe a one-word reply through a closed bedroom door.

If you’re wondering what happened, you’re not alone.

Remember when your teen used to tell you everything?
From playground drama to wild dreams and endless questions—you were their go-to person. And now? You’re lucky to get a shrug, a sigh, or maybe a one-word reply through a closed bedroom door.

If you’re wondering what happened, you’re not alone.

Let’s be honest, talking to your teen can sometimes feel like trying to have a conversation with a closed door. Literally and figuratively. One-word answers, sighs, shrugs, and yes, the occasional dramatic eye roll. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “They used to tell me everything—what happened?”, you’re not alone. 
 
If you’ve been wondering how to actually connect and talk to your teen (without making them run for cover), here are some real-world tips that can help. 

Have you ever felt this overwhelming fear that you just can’t get out of your head? Or do find yourself waking up at night with your mind replaying the day and worrying about tomorrow? You’re not alone. Anxiety is a widespread condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Fortunately, there are many effective, research-supported treatments available that can help manage and alleviate your anxiety. Let’s explore different anxiety therapy options and how you can find your unique path to relief.

Work anxiety affects more people than you might think. There are plenty of things you can do to manage work anxiety and thrive in your career. Let’s cover a few tips that can help.

There are some common questions I am asked when consulting with new clients such as: What distinguishes Christian counseling from other types of counseling?  How do I know if Christian counseling is for me or my family?  What is the unique approach of a Christian Counselor?

Let’s explore what Christian counseling is, by first looking at what counseling, in general, is designed to be according to the American Counseling Association…

Up to 30% of all couples entering therapy are considered “Mixed-Agenda couples”.  This is defined as one partner leaning out of the relationship, reluctant to see a couples therapist and the other partner leaning into the relationship, committed to saving the marriage, and eager to start couples counseling.

Couples counseling will help you and your partner learn new skills to turn relational avoidance into loving reconnection. You will become more effective at recovering from an argument and resolve the disagreements that take a toll on your mind, body and spirit.

While many of the details immediately following my husband’s death are a blur, I can recount some conversations with shocking clarity. Namely, the invalidating statements made by the most unlikely sources. Why? Because the person failed to understand the power of his/her words. From unknowingly dismissing someone’s feelings to emotional abuse, people either knowingly or unknowingly invalidate one another every day.