Aboutshanac Expertise Questions from parents who are noticing changes in their adolecent and think problems may be brewing, questions regarding specific problems they are already experiencing, information on warning signs if they think their child may be having problems, questions regarding fighting with parents, sibling rivlary, school problems, addiction problems, relationship issues (eg their child is in a relationship and parent has concerns), and anything else you can think of.
Experience 15 years working with an adolescent population providing counselling. I have probably worked with over 1000 clients in that time. Have been used to testify in court and write reports for sentencing.
Education/Credentials M.A. Counselling Psychology For a complete list of my credentials, visit my website at www.counselingappointment.com.
Question my daughter is in therapy for cutting how can i help her?
Answer Hi Jo, generally cutting is not about suicide but is a way of releasing pain. It is not the greatest coping skill but is common amongst young people. The best thing you can do is to be very talkative with her. That way she doesn't have to keep the "pain" inside. I would also recommend joining her in counselling if the therapist thinks it's a good idea. Although she appears to be the one with the problem, this is undoubtedly linked to a larger problem that relates to everyone in the family. Speak with her therapist and see how the whole family can function more healthily.
