In this episode, I respond to a mom who was involved in threats and counter-threats with her 16-year-old daughter who refuses to go home.

In this episode, I explain to Dan how validation and limit setting is important when you’re dealing with an unreasonable adult.

In this episode, I answer a question from Mary whose husband undermines her parenting. She’s extremely frustrated and wondering if she should end the marriage.

In this episode, I answer a question from a mom who can’t get the phone away from her 14-year-old daughter.

In this episode, I answer a question from a therapist wanting to know the formula for raising confident, resilient kids.

In this episode, I respond to Amy whose strong-willed son refuses to participate in family activities, is too peer-oriented and acts violently. I discuss how her son’s negative behavior can impact family dynamics and result in a major control battle.

In this episode, I respond to a man who wants to know how to deal with his wife’s constant criticisms.

In this episode, I introduce a tool for parents to help teenagers understand that their behavior communicates their readiness for independence and privileges.

In this episode, I answer a question from Johan who wants to set a clear and high standard for his teen with ADHD. However, he is being undermined and labeled by his wife, his mother, and his sister as being rigid.

In this episode, I answer a question from a dad who, after reading many books on parenting strategies, realizes that the real struggle is with his own behavior.

In this episode, I respond to a mom whose young adult daughter is just getting out of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program.

What impact does pornography have on marriages? In this week’s episode, we explore the psychology of pornography and its effect on relationships.