Helping loving, overwhelmed parents restore calm & connection. Psychotherapist | Transformative Parenting | 20+ yrs in attachment-based parent coaching.
Mill Valley, CA, USA
Joined July 2009
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Kids don't need perfect parents, they need reliable ones. Knowing they can reach out to a loving parent, even when imperfect, is key. Connection and love foster well-being and a desire to do well. #ParentingTips #Connection
Your kids don’t need you to be perfect.
They need you to try. To repair when things go wrong. To model working through challenges.
That’s what I shared with Dr. Jessica Rabon on her Psych Talk podcast. 🎙️
Full episode: creators.spotify.com/pod/pro…
Had such a good time with Dr. Jessica Rabon on her Psych Talk podcast! 🎙️
We talked about why kids’ “defiance” isn’t personal—it’s survival wiring.
Full episode here: creators.spotify.com/pod/pro… #ParentingTips #ChildPsychology
When kids are full of connection, they don’t cling — they run off to explore. It’s how nature wired them. Loved unpacking this with Debbie and Marci on the Warrior Parent Podcast.
Watch the full episode: youtu.be/ybqgWpAEJc8?si=Bdqp…
Parenting isn't about stopping bad behavior — it's leadership. The goal? Proactive leadership that guides and avoids problems from the start. "You weren't given the right roadmap." #ParentingTips #Leadership
Kids aren't *trying* to ignore you—their brains just aren't built that way. The part that focuses AND listens? Not quite online yet. "They don't have a mixer in their brain!" Ever seen this happen? #Parenting #ChildDevelopment
Your child doesn’t need a perfect parent.
They need a connected one.
In this clip from my talk with @TaraleeFoundtns on The FOCUS Podcast, we unpack why attachment—not pressure—is what builds real resilience.
Full episode: youtu.be/pZNgTyuMQbI?si=LB-O…
Attachment isn’t just for babies.
It shapes how your child handles stress, relationships, and self-worth—at every age.
It also becomes the blueprint for how they show up in the world as adults.
This is long-term leadership.
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It’s 7:45am. One kid’s crying. One’s yelling. You’re trying to hold it together.
The guilt hits as the door closes.
This isn’t who you want to be.
You're not failing. You're parenting without the support you deserve.
🎥 Free masterclass: masterclassforparents.com
If your child pushes back constantly, it’s not just defiance—it’s disconnection.
Join my free livestream:
“What to Do When Your Child Pushes Back”
Drop LIVESTREAM in the replies or DM me & I’ll send you the link.
#parenting #defiance #attachment
Your child doesn’t need to hear the argument to feel the tension.
They sense the emotional distance—and it impacts everything.
Want to change that?
Watch this 👇
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#Parenting #EmotionalSafety #MarriageAndParenting
🎥 If you’re asking yourself,
“Am I screwing up my child?”
it’s probably because you care deeply.
That’s not a sign of failure—it’s a signal for growth.
Free parenting masterclass:
👉 masterclassforparents.com
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Unlock a new mindset in parenting! 🧠✨ Discover how understanding child behavior can reduce your reactions. A must-watch for every parent seeking connection! #ParentingTips #ChildDevelopment #MindfulParenting
Ever wondered why kids sometimes don't listen? Uncover the real reasons behind defiance and offers tips to foster connection!
Free parenting masterclass: masterclassforparents.com
🌟 #Parenting #ChildDevelopment #Kids #Defiance #Connection