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Parenting

Parenting
There are a lot of forces working against us as parents today. There is peer influence, poor examples of family life in the homes of our kids’ friends, movies, television, video games, social media, the internet, advertising, and the instant gratification that comes from the ability to communicate with anyone at any time via texting. The decline in the moral fiber of our society further encourages our kids to be self-centered, self-indulgent, and focused on what they can get or take from others, rather than what they can offer or give to others.
 
The truth is - BEING A PARENT IS HARD WORK. And being a good parent is A LOT of hard work. Effective parenting requires placing the needs of others before your own, unwavering commitment, perseverance, and teamwork—which, often times, is NOT a given between the parents. Our parenting efforts often go unacknowledged and unappreciated, and much of the time, can feel like an absolutely thankless job.
 
You know your child best. But resistance and animosity from your child can cloud your objectivity, and limit your ability to sort out the appropriate course of action as a parent. Perspective and guidance from an experienced counselor can go a long way toward improving those skills we all thought would come naturally when we were blessed with a child in our lives.

Counseling Insights and Articles About Parenting:
Acceptance Versus Comparison, by Wendy Warner
Not What, But How, by Cathy Kap
Can A Pandemic Bring About Positive Change?, by Wendy Warner
Parents: What Are You Sowing And Reaping?, by Wendy Warner
Are You Clothed In Kindness?, by Wendy Warner
Conflict Is So Hard At Times!, by Wendy Warner
Understanding Your Teen's Love Language, by Wendy Warner
Embracing Your Teen’s Journey to Independence, by Wendy Warner
Emotional Awareness is Key – Even for Children, by Tonya Ratliff
Please Listen To Me, Don't Dismiss Me, by Wendy Warner
Note to Parents: Just Be There, by Tonya Ratliff
Play… It’s Good for the Soul, by Wendy Warner
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Find Out What It Means to Parenting, by Wendy Warner
What Every Child Needs a Little More Of…, by Wendy Warner
Stop the Bully: How to Empower Your Child
, by Deb Toering
Stop The Bully: How To Empower Your Child [VIDEO], by Deb Toering
Letting Go, by Deb Toering
The Importance of Positive Moments for a Child, by Wendy Warner
Surviving in a House of Chaos: Take Back Control With Effective Parenting, by Tonya Ratliff
Surviving in a House of Chaos: Implementing Structure, by Tonya Ratliff
Surviving in a House of Chaos: Maintaining Consistency, by Tonya Ratliff
Surviving in a House of Chaos: Managing Expectations, by Tonya Ratliff
Surviving in a House of Chaos: Take Back Control [VIDEO], by Tonya Ratliff
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  • Home
  • Areas of Specialization
    • Christian Counseling
    • Emotional Management
    • Self-Care
    • Relationships and Marriage
    • Grief and Loss
    • Family Counseling
    • Divorce
    • Remarriage and Blended Families
    • Parenting
    • Children and Adolescents
    • ADD / ADHD
    • Groups
  • Our Counselors
    • Tonya Ratliff
    • Deb Toering
    • Wendy Warner
    • Liza Hinchey
    • Kathy Cap
    • Dave Papandrea, Intern
  • The Intern Option for Clients
  • LLPC Supervision