Has your child or teen ever said:"They were my best friends yesterday, but today they don’t want to hang out with me!""I thought we were friends, but they ignored me at lunch!""I want to be best friends with them, but they don’t seem as excited as I am." "I'm so confused!" IF YES, you/they are no...

When emotions run high, even the simplest conversations with your child can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s about a conflict at school or managing big feelings at home, navigating these moments calmly can be tough. All past newsletters can be viewed at www.NorikoAbenojar.com Subscribe to the new...

  Reminder: all past newsletters can be viewed at www.NorikoAbenojar.com When children or teens are emotionally dysregulated, parents often struggle to find the “right” way to connect and calm the storm. One incredibly effective communication technique to bridge the gap is mirroring—a method wid...

Reminder: all past newsletters can be viewed at www.NorikoAbenojar.com   Happy New Year Everyone! What is Emotional Resilience? Emotional resilience is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions, even when faced with life's challenges. Children who are emotionally resilient tend to...