Much of the challenge of parenting teens is learning to let go. We often talk about letting go of some control to allow our kids more independence, but we may also have to let go of what "achievement" and "success" mean to us and shape those definitions alongside our teens. We may also need to let go of certain expectations we've set for ourselves as parents that may be negatively impacting our relationship with our teens - and also hurting ourselves.
Helaina Altabef earned her status as a "teen whisperer" after decades of learning about, and from, teens. She'll lead a reflective session that gives you practical tools for nurturing communication with your teen, developing your parenting confidence, and jointly defining success with your blossoming young adult.
01/11/2020
Participants must currently be 20 years or older.
Minimum: 4
Maximum: 60
Registration starts on 12/14/2019.
Room: 600A
Helaina has stellar knowledge of the young mind. She guides parents to manage teen behavior with a mix of consistency, detachment, understanding, and curiousity. After working with her, I learned how to give structure, love and boundaries. Her sensible but not always obvious strategies have improved our relationship dramatically.
Please contact Montclair Fund For Educational Excellence if you have any questions.