Parenting Teens: a program with CCACE
Parenting Teens in the Age of Miscommunication:
Finding Common Ground and Real Connection
Parenting is a tough job. And we all know that it’s challenging to be a teen. Yet, here we are – so how might we make the best of it? Be Well Be Here’s team of master mindful educators, clinical therapists and communication coaches share their combined decades of experience helping parents and teens communicate to connect. This Mindful Parenting Series sponsored by CCACE in collaboration with Be Well Be Here will explore:
Myths and Misconceptions about Teen Life
How and Why Teens Use Coded Language
Mindful Ways to Address Parental Concerns
Simple Practices that Build Understanding and Trust
Transformational Communication Tips that Help Shift Habits
BWBH mindful presenters are all parents who truly understand your challenges:
Jennifer Quest-Stern, LMHC, Teen Therapist based in Concord and long-time high school counselor
Kendra Wilde, Producer of the Parenting Podcast, A Little Easier
Dr. Christopher Willard, Clinical Psychologist, Global Mindfulness Educator, Harvard Medical School Lecturer and Author of 20 Books
Lara Wilson, BWBH Founder and Executive Director; Mindful Wellness educator
Schedule:
From Parental Burnout to Family WellBEing
Th | Sep 14 | 8-9 pm | Online | with Kendra & LaraWhat Our Kids Won't Say But Want Us to Know
Th | Sep 21 | 8-9 pm | Online | with LaraRisky Business: A New Look at Peer Pressure
Th | Sep 28 | 8-9 pm | Online | with JenCan't Get a Word In? Try the Reframe Game
Th | Oct 5 | 8-9 pm | Online | with ChrisBecause We Said So: Teen Panelists Tell It Like It Is
Th | Oct 12 | 8-9 pm | at CCHS | with Teen Panel
The first four sessions will meet online. Our final in-person session will include an intimate conversation with a panel of teens from the community who are brave enough to share their insights with candor, vulnerability and kindness.
