What Your Kids Learn About Love by Watching You (It Might Surprise You)
Kerry here. đ Your children learn what love looks like by watching you, so donât forget to keep loving your partner through parenthood. Single? Donât forget to keep being sweet to yourself as you parent. As a marriage and family therapist, I see it so often: a couple comes in for therapy or parent coaching […]
The Power of a Fatherâs Influence
Kerry here: Today is a day to celebrate and honor fathers! Dads, have you paused to reflect on your influence on your kids? You have the power to be a life-altering force for good. You also have the power to pass on painful generational patterns that were handed down to you. Either way, you have a […]
Will My Kids be Friends as Adults?
Congratulations!!! Youâve made it through another school year and summer break is here! That generally means fewer reasons to badger kids and more opportunities to have fun together. I always loved the start of summer because the schedule was more relaxed and I got to show up more often as a fun mom. But then […]
The Art of Reframing: A Guide to Understanding Your Teen’s Perspective
Hey there, parents of teens and tweens! Today we’re diving into the art of “reframing” â a parenting skill that can transform the way we connect with our kids and keep them talking to us. As a mom and stepmom to six, I totally get how challenging it is to navigate the rollercoaster ride of parenting. Let’s […]
When Your Kid’s Face No Longer Melts Your Heart: A Practice for Parents
The things I hear from parents about their âtweens and teens: âShe can be so mean.â âWhen heâs in a bad mood, he dominates our family.â â I love her but I donât like being around her.â âI canât stand how they talk to me.â âIâm embarrassed about how he acts and I worry what […]
Your well-being helps your kidsâ 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 itâs 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.