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Coaching, Support and
Information for Parents of Teens
with Mood Disorders
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The Mental Health Parent Coach, Debra B. Taylor
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You are a parent of a teen dealing with depression , bipolar disorder, anxiety, addiction, or schizophrenia.
You love your child and you'll do anything to get your teen help.
But living with a teen struggling with a mental health condition can feel like a rollercoaster ride. Navigating through the mental health and educational systems to get your teen help is time-consuming, confusing, and frustrating.
The cold, hard truth is that you can't be the best advocate and caregiver if you're running on empty.
I know because I've walked in your shoes.
My name is Debra B. Taylor and I am a Parent and Life Coach for Parents of teens with mood disorders. Welcome to my site.
Do you find yourself:
- Exhausted and dreading each day?
- Isolated from family and friends?
- Ignoring your partner or marriage ?
- Nagging your teen all the time?
- Blaming yourself for your teen's issues?
If many of your answers are "yes," you are not alone.
Most parents deal with these issues in private, because of the stigma of mental illness.
If your teen had cancer or diabetes, the illness would not define your child. Your family would have understanding and support during this difficult time.
But mental disorders in teens are not treated the same as physical illness. It's difficult for parents as well as their teens to accept a diagnosis of mental illness, like manic depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder or addiction.
You cannot fix your child, but your concern for your child is consuming your life. It's time to reach out for support.
Visit Do I Need Help? for signs of parent stress and teen depression.
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You're ready to get out of this stuck place.
View our services and programs.
Here's the good news and the bad news.
The good news is that your depressed teen has the best chance of recovery, if you feel good about yourself, if you take the time to develop supportive relationships in your life, and if you ask for help.
And the bad news? The bad news is really not so bad -- as hard as this is to do, it is time to take some focus off your child and put it on yourself.
This is where I come into the picture.
Coaching topics in parent workshops and one-on-one include:
- How to feel better immediately
- Setting limits and letting go, while keeping your depressed teen safe
- Revitalize the connection with your partner and get on the same page as parents
- Communicate more effectively and positively with all of your children
- Find a community of parents and providers who understand teen depression
- Learn more about recovery from mood disorders beyond symptom management
You may think that it's impossible to ever relax, laugh and have fun. It's not only possible, but essential for you and your family to build resilience and keep hope alive.
Recovery from teenage depression takes time. Your family crisis has brought you to a crossroads as a parent. Coaching gives you a
roadmap to follow.
Parent and Life Coaching will help you to improve communication and coping skills, develop more enjoyable relationships, and feel less stressed. You'll have more peace, energy and focus, so you'll be at your best while navigating the inevitable ups and downs of your teen's treatment and recovery.
If this sounds good to you, and you are seriously considering hiring a coach, schedule a free 30-minute telephone consultation today .
Teens with mental health conditions do get better and live full lives, especially with the support of involved parents who actively model positive self-care, relationship, and recovery skills.
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Debra B. Taylor, The Mental Health Parent Coach, provides life coaching, workshops, teleclasses and speaking engagements to help parents and caregivers of teens with depression and other mental health issues. Located outside of Boston, Massachusetts, Debbie works with clients in Ashland, Hopkinton, Holliston, Framingham, Sudbury, Wayland, Natick, Sherborn, Dover, Wellesley, Medfield, Marlborough, Southborough, Franklin, Milford, Greater Boston, Boston Metro West, New England, the U.S. and internationally.
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