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Stop Asking Closed Ended Questions!
When I’m working with parents, one of the first shifts I encourage is this: Move from closed-ended questions to open-ended, curious questions. This isn’t just a communication trick—it’s a mindset change that can dramatically improve the quality of your relationship with your child.

Colin Cass
2 days ago2 min read


When the Season Looks Different: A Note to Parents
But if your child is in residential treatment, this season might feel like something else entirely.
While others are preparing for milestone events, you may be sitting with the absence of those moments — the graduation that isn’t happening, the family trip that won’t include everyone, the traditions you thought you’d share this year but can’t.

Mary Hickey
May 122 min read


How to Prepare for the Holidays: A Guide for Parents Supporting Their Students
Whether your child is home from college or simply navigating the holiday season at home, preparation is key to ensuring a smoother...

Colin Cass
Dec 11, 20244 min read


Encouraging Productive and Healthy Communication with Your College Student
Here are a few strategies to encourage healthy and productive communication with your college student:

Mary Hickey
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Thats My Baby! Communication That Hold Our Children Back
“When your child calls, how often do you answer?” Recently a mother responded very bluntly: “I answer every single time... thats my baby!

Colin Cass
Aug 21, 20243 min read


The Journey to a Summer Job: A Rite of Passage
Summer jobs have often been seen as a rite of passage.

Mary Hickey
Jun 26, 20244 min read


The Ease of Rescue
“Rescuing”
Is it the most common word that parents identify when it comes to areas of focus?
As a parent coach, it is by far one of

Colin Cass
May 14, 20244 min read


Don't Just Do Something, Sit There!
In the busy life of parenting, where every cry, question, and conflict seems to demand immediate action, there's a counterintuitive but...

Mary Hickey
Apr 16, 20243 min read


Navigating Disappointment: A Lesson in Parenting and Trust
Parenthood is a journey filled with joy, love, and at times, unexpected challenges. Recently, I found myself facing one of these...

Mary Hickey
Feb 29, 20242 min read
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