Emotional regulation isn’t about never getting upset, it’s about learning how to ride the wave without getting swept away. For teens, that skill takes practice, and often, they need help finding strategies that actually work in the moment.

As a parent, you want to do everything in your power to support your teen. But when therapy enters the picture, a common question arises: Should I be involved in my teen’s sessions or give them space to work things out on their own?

Navigating social media with teens often feels like walking a tightrope. Parents get hit on one side by alarming news about the harms of tech use, and on the other by teens insisting they need it to stay connected.

Let’s be honest: staying emotionally connected to your teenager can feel tough. One minute you’re chatting about school, and the next they’re in their room with the door closed, headphones on, leaving you wondering what just happened.

If your teen seems like a walking contradiction: mature one minute, overwhelmed the next, you’re not alone.