Navigating Defiant Adolescents & Teens

Service Description

Being a parent to a teen who pushes limits, argues every rule, or emotionally shuts down is exhausting — and confusing. This workshop will help you understand what’s really going on beneath the “attitude,” the power struggles, and the impulsive choices. We’ll explore:Why defiance happens — Is it anxiety? Identity? Control? Fear? How the teenage brain works — emotional logic vs. adult logic Communication mistakes parents don’t realize they make What NOT to do (even when you’re frustrated) Tools to reduce conflict, build respect, and increase responsibility How to stay connected while still setting boundaries that stick This workshop will give you the insight and strategies to stop reacting to the behavior… and start responding to the needs hidden underneath it. Because even the most challenging teens are communicating something — they just don’t have the skills or the language yet. Walk away feeling calmer, more confident, and equipped with simple, repeatable approaches that actually work.