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How to Keep it Together When Things Come Apart
A few months back, Homeward Bound Clinical Director, Kelly Olsen and I recorded a podcast discussing the challenges that arise when a teen returns home

This Practice Will Revolutionize Your Family Relationships
Transition Coach, Shari Murray and I recently recorded a podcast discussing the Power of Positive Assumed Intent. We felt this was an important topic because we are

Are You Trying to Fill Deep Needs with Shallow Things?
Two weeks ago a reminder popped up in my email. It suggested that I might be interested in what I wrote in my online journal

Feeling Every Emotion Makes Us Better People
It’s no secret that COVID-19 has impacted virtually every part of life. As we settle into this new “normal” and learn to find balance, one

Build Strong Communication Skills This Holiday Season by Learning to Listen
Communication is one of the most important aspects of life. It allows for connection on every level. In order to be successful in any relationship,

3 Effective Ways to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed
What to do When You Feel Overwhelmed Everyone deals with stress from time to time—it’s perfectly normal. In fact, it helps us progress in life.

3 Early Signs of an Eating Disorder and 3 Ways to Help
How Can You Help Someone With an Eating Disorder? Eating disorders are some of the deadliest mental illnesses, and many teens struggle daily with this

6 Early Signs of Depression and Anxiety
Anxiety is prevalent among this generation of teens, and as a parent, it’s understandable that you want to be there for your child if he