Your well-being helps your kids’ well-being.
Kerry: I hang up the phone. My beloved son might never talk to me again. But I know I have to do this. It might end up saving his life.In this one moment, I feel something rise up in me born of fear and love.It is bold, pure courage to make one of the most […]
“Of Course…”
Do you know the feeling of wilting under your own frustration about how you parent? I ask because in my experience as a mom and a friend of many moms, I can say with certainty that it’s a very common frustration. Last week, I had an online therapy session with a mom of two high […]
The Power of a “Safe Haven Relationship”
Kerry here! Did you know renowned therapist Sue Johnson says adults have a fundamental need for “safe haven relationships?” This resonated deeply at the Attachment Theory conference I just attended. It perfectly captures the feeling every parent wants – to be that safe space for their child. Here are some practical tips I learned from various […]
From Juggling Act to Heartfelt Connection: Why 1-on-1 Time with My Kids Became My Secret Weapon
Kerry here! Raising a blended family of six kids felt like a never-ending juggling act. There were more needs than a mere mortal could meet. Kids bickered. Sometimes, amidst the chaos, I’d find myself longing for a quiet corner and a moment of sanity. But then, I became more intentional about 1-on-1 time. Whether it […]
How to get from “Don’t Therapize Me!” to Master’s Degree
Discovering your purpose in life and preparing for your future can be a daunting task, especially during the teenage years where everything can feel like it’s spiraling out of control. But what if we told you that there is hope, and that someday, you might even become the thing you despised the most? Read on as Kerry and her son, Palmer, share their journey from a tumultuous mother-son relationship to Palmer’s pursuit of a master’s degree in therapy, specializing in working with teens and families, and their insights on parenting. Learn how saying “yes” to life can help you find your purpose, and how honoring your child’s journey can build a foundation for a positive relationship.
The hidden message beneath your teen/tween’s behavior
Kerry here! As a mom, parent coach, and therapist of many years, I can tell you with 100% certainty that you are not alone if your kids’ attitudes and behaviors drive you nuts some days. You’re also not alone if you get triggered and are not proud of how you act at times. Yes, these […]
Hold space, don’t carry the weight
After raising six kids, five of whom are boys, three of whom have ADHD, I could fill many pages with stories of their actions that left me feeling…
Please tell me that I’m not the only one.
Kerry here. I keep thinking I’m just about to feel inspired to eat cleaner and get up early enough to work out more often. Heck, maybe if I wait long enough, I’ll FEEL like doing cold plunges, or at least cold showers, because they’re supposed to be good for me. I’m sure that if I […]
Let your light shine
Throughout the year, and especially in December, many of the world’s major religions observe holidays that incorporate the powerful symbolism of light: Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, embraces the light of hope, faith, resilience, tradition, and community. In the Christmas story, light transcends mere decoration, weaving together themes of hope, joy, spiritual renewal, and the transformative […]
Self-Therapy Technique for Staying Calmer
Kerry here. I’m up ridiculously early this morning. Sleep is a little fragile and I woke up stressed about all of my to-do’s. I wish I could say I’ve mastered the art of staying calm, but here I am…. Not Zen at this moment. If you can’t relate, you might as well just scoot on […]