My Son’s Probation Officer Is Making Things Worse
In this episode Neil responds to a Mom whose 15 year-old son is on probation for theft and feels undermined by the Probation Officer. Neil explains the importance of helping professionals and agencies in supporting families and healthy family structure. In addition to providing insight into the workings of probation departments, Neil helps this Mom advocate for herself and her needs to provide her son the structure and support he desperately needs.
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I Hate You, Get Out, Don’t Touch Me
In this episode Neil responds to a Mom looking for ways to help her 13 year-old raging, cutting daughter. Neil shows Mom how being reasonable with an emotionally out of control daughter is unreasonable and offers Mom four steps to action instead.
Continue readingMy 14 Year Old Daughter Is Giving Up
In this episode Neil responds to a Mom looking for ways to help her depressed 14 year old daughter. Her daughter who used to swim, surf, and socialize has given up on all of that and isolates in her room. She asked for help but refuses the help Mom arranges.
Continue readingMy Shy Wonderful Son, Is Living In His Bed
In this episode Neil responds to a Mom concerned that her shy 16 year old son is spending all his time in bed playing video games. Dad has checked out and Mom is wondering what to do. Neil shows Mom how to reengage her currently disengaged family and along the way, shows Mom how powerful she truly is.
Continue readingHealthy Family Connections Top 10 Most Popular 2020 Episodes
This week, I’ve rounded up the 10 most popular episodes of the Healthy Family Connections podcast from 2020. Check out the questions listeners have asked and the solutions I’ve provided.
Continue readingDoes My Son Have Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
What do you do when you’re constantly battling with your teenager and you suspect they may have a personality disorder? I provide suggestions to help them adopt healthy personality habits.
Continue readingThe Therapist Says To “Back Off.” Should I?
Your therapist recommends “backing off” your teenager. What do you do? Backing off is rarely the answer. I offer advice on what to do instead.
Continue readingIs Better Good Enough?
You’ve done great work with your teen and they’ve shown growth. But there are still some areas that improvement. How can you continue to help them and lead them on the right path? Learn how in this episode.
Continue readingGet Off This Enablement Train
Young adult enablement is an issue many families face. But how can you help when it’s your stepchild who is causing tension with your spouse? I provide some guidance that can help.
Continue reading“Give” Your Teenager The Joy of Success
As parents, it’s fantastic to provide support to your child throughout their life. But at some point, your teen needs to manage their own responsibilities. Learn how you can guide them.
Continue readingOur Very Normal 17-Year-Old Is Failing
What do you do when your teenager, who was once on the path to college, suddenly falls behind at school and you expect substance abuse is at play? I offer solutions parents can use to help guide their teens on a path forward.
Continue reading50% Custody and 100% Responsibility
How do you keep your son caught up with his schoolwork when you’re co-parenting with an ex who won’t take responsibility? I provide suggestions on how to move forward.
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