May 11, 2019

Why does my child care so much about privacy?

“Leave me alone!” “I want to be by myself.” As kids get older, their desire for privacy increases. Ten- and eleven-year-olds like occasional time alone, but […]
May 11, 2019

My child thinks I’m an embarrassment. When will this end?

“Don’t come in when you pick me up at school.” “Please don’t be a chaperone.” “We can’t go to the mall together – my friends might […]
May 11, 2019

How can I help my child deal with divorce?

Parents don’t want the breakup of their marriage to harm their child. Before divorce, many parents seek advice from a family therapist about minimizing their child’s […]
May 11, 2019

I’m a single parent. How do I talk to my child about my dating?

It’s common for kids to have a hard time if their single parent begins to date. They may complain, sulk, or otherwise act out their discomfort […]