How to navigate makeup, self-expression, confidence, and boundaries with your middle schooler. How to talk to tweens about makeup. If your middle schooler is suddenly interested in mascara, lip gloss, or a full face of makeup, you may have questions. Is she too young? How do you set boundaries without creating a power struggle? And…
By the time many girls reach 12, anxiety can quietly (or not so quietly) take up residence in their lives. This is a tender age—caught between childhood and adolescence—when emotions run high, bodies change quickly, and social pressures intensify. For parents, watching your daughter struggle with anxiety can feel heartbreaking and confusing. You may wonder:…
Parenting in the Digital Age: What The Wild Robot Teaches Us About Raising Resilient Kids As a counselor for teens and therapist for children in Denver, I’ve had countless conversations with parents who are navigating one of the most challenging eras of parenting we’ve ever seen. Between managing screen time, protecting our kids from digital…
As a therapist with over a decade of experience, I know firsthand how vital consequences and boundaries are in fostering healthy relationships. I also know how tricky they are to navigate. We all know about boundaries – now more than ever – but how good are we at using them in real life situations? What…
If you’re a parent to a pre-teen and you feel like you’re truly losing grasp of the situation at home, or see telltale signs of a path you want your child to avoid, now is the time to reach out and set that appointment. As a preteen counselor for girls, I help your child regain…
The truth is all kids have developed “issues” by the time they are 7 or so, or even younger. Whether those are mood swings or conflict among friends or family members, it’s important to recognize when those issues are taking a toll on your pre-teen and when to turn to help. Becoming and being an…
