Family Systems Theory helps us understand how families operate as interconnected emotional units. Each member plays a role, and these roles can shape not only how we interact with our family but also how we approach relationships, work, and even our sense of self. In this blog post, we’ll explore some common family roles and discuss how becoming aware of these roles can help us break free from unhealthy patterns and build healthier, more balanced relationships.

As parents, we often prioritize our children's needs above our own, especially when they’re navigating challenges like academic pressures, social changes, and mental health issues. However, it’s essential to remember that taking care of yourself is not selfish; it’s an investment in your ability to support your teen effectively. In this blog post, we explore why self-care is crucial for parents of teenagers, particularly those supporting teens with mental health concerns. We look at practical tips to help you maintain your well-being.

Parenting teenagers can be a tricky task, but also incredibly rewarding. In the previous article, we looked at two things parents of teenagers need to stop doing. In this post, we’ll focus on two things they need to start doing: start paying attention & start letting go.

It might not be an easy transition for you to make, but I’m confident that this change will significantly improve the health and wellbeing of your whole family…

Parenting teenagers is a wild ride… and I’m confident in saying that even the best parents have their communication and relationship skills stretched to max capacity when their kids hit the teen years.

Thankfully, it’s not all bad, and there is lots you can do to make these years enjoyable for both you and your child…