Dr. Laura Froyen

Dr. Laura Froyen, a clinical psychologist and parent coach, joins to explore the complexities of parenting teens. They discuss how to balance authority and support without becoming a friend to your child. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding acting-out behaviors as cries for connection, the limitations of typical online advice, and the value of family therapy. They emphasize building trust and skills early on to prevent crises later, advocating for a loving yet firm parenting style that nurtures healthy autonomy.