by beachcitiespsy | Sep 11, 2025 | Teenagers
Parenting has always been hard. Parenting now—with 24/7 news, social media comparison, academic pressure, and fewer village-style supports—can feel like running a marathon at sprint pace. Many of us end up expecting adult behavior from people whose brains aren’t done...
by beachcitiespsy | Apr 23, 2025 | Parenting, Teenagers, Therapy, Trauma
Divorce impacts the whole family — not just the couple who decides to separate. For teens and tweens especially, the experience can stir up confusion, big feelings, and questions about identity, loyalty, and belonging. Even when the divorce is handled amicably, it can...
by beachcitiespsy | Feb 18, 2025 | Teenagers
Did you have to move schools and/or homes unexpectedly? Are you living in a community that doesn’t feel like home? Do you feel homesick for a home you can’t go back to? Trying to find a new normal? You’re not alone. Build social supports, learn coping skills and Heal...
by beachcitiespsy | Jul 6, 2024 | Teenagers
Being a teenager is challenging. It’s a time of incredible growth, exploration, and change – physically and emotionally. It’s also a time when mental health challenges can become more prominent. Teens today face a unique set of pressures. Social media,...
by beachcitiespsy | Jun 15, 2024 | Teenagers
Parenting a teenager is not easy. You have to lessen the reign and prepare them to leave the nest, but at the same time their behavior is erratic and they won’t listen to you. They may be impulsive, moody and they may experiment with behaviors that are alarming. The...
by beachcitiespsy | Jun 13, 2024 | Parenting, Teenagers
Are you worried about your teenager? You are not alone. Parenting teenagers is not easy. The changes that are going on in their brains can be a challenge to navigate. Recently, you’ve likely seen some news articles about the declining mental health of teenagers....
