If you’re parenting a high school junior right now, chances are the college conversation has gone from background noise to full-volume overwhelm. Suddenly, everyone has
The second semester of junior year has a way of hitting differently. The holidays are over, routines are back, and suddenly it’s clear: this isn’t
Happy New Year. If you’re a parent of a high schooler, January feels less like a fresh start and more like a deep breath before
The week between Christmas and New Year’s always feels like standing in a doorway. The rush slows. The noise softens. And there’s finally enough space
There is a particular kind of quiet that settles in during school breaks for families with high school students. The calendar opens up. The emails
Christmas Eve has a way of bringing emotions closer to the surface. For many parents of teens — especially parents of high school seniors navigating
There is a moment that sneaks up on many parents of high school students, especially during family gatherings, milestone seasons, or times when college admissions
College decision season is here—and for many families, it brings a mix of excitement, anxiety, confusion, and emotional whiplash. If your home feels tense right
The other night, I looked across the dinner table at my college freshman, and for a second I forgot about every stress-filled moment of his
If you’ve survived Halloween week — the costumes, the candy, the chaos — congratulations. You’ve got the stamina for what’s next. Because right after pumpkin
Former high school counselor, mom of two boys, and your guide from freshman year through the finish line. I help parents figure out what matters now, what can wait, and what to do next.
Bring it to my free parent workshop. I teach a little, then we spend real time on your questions.
