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Parenting Teens, Together

Hi, I’m Laura, a psychotherapist specialising in working with teens and parents. I’ve spent years helping families understand and manage the complexities of adolescence, and I’m passionate about empowering parents with the tools they need to support their teens through tough times.

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Sleep Solutions for Teens

Let’s be real—getting your teen to put their phone down before bed is about as easy as teaching your dog to do the tango. It’s just not happening!

So, what’s the alternative? This guide will give you realistic, research-backed tips to help your teen get better sleep without creating unnecessary battles!

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Laura Thomas Laura Thomas

Back to School

Dreading or can’t wait for school to start again? The time has come! This guide is here to help you and your teen smoothly transition back into the school routine. The following steps offer practical advice to make the upcoming week more manageable and less stressful for everyone.

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Laura Thomas Laura Thomas

Tackling Homework Battles

10 Tips on How to Deal With Homework Battles. How to work around anxiety, avoidance, complaints, procrastination, or even physical symptoms like headaches or stomach aches. Learn techniques to help your teen manage their time, emotions and let battles be a thing of the past.

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Laura Thomas Laura Thomas

Parenting Teens

One minute, I’m busy cooking dinner, sorting out school uniforms, and being the centre of their universe. The next, they’re off into the world, and I don’t hear a peep from them for hours. When they finally return, it’s as if I’ve ceased to exist in their universe.

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Laura Thomas Laura Thomas

Social Anxiety in Teens

If you've noticed your teen feeling more stressed or withdrawn recently, this guide will provide you with practical scenarios and communication strategies to help them manage these tough moments. Remember, you’re not alone.

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