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A Parents Guide to Teens, Technology & Social Media

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This guide will walk you through how to establish and enforce your family’s Internet and social media rules and their use of devices which provide access to networks. Karen covers the Internet and social media “Best Practices,” which have worked successfully for many families of teens. The examples provided will give you a place to begin setting limits around your teen’s technology time

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  • How do I know if therapy is right for me?

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  • What kinds of issues do you specialize in?

    I work with adults and couples who are navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, emotional overwhelm, or a general sense of disconnection, from others or themselves. I also support people who’ve grown up in difficult family systems or who’ve had experiences that still impact their nervous system or relationships today.

  • What’s your approach to therapy?

    I blend relational, attachment-focused work with evidence-based modalities like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and trauma-informed care. That means I pay attention not just to what’s happening now, but to the emotional patterns underneath it. I work collaboratively, you’ll never feel like I’m just nodding or “mm-hmming” through your session. I’ll be right there with you, asking questions, offering insight, and holding a steady space for your growth.


  • What if I’ve had a bad therapy experience before?

    I hear that more often than you might think. If you’ve had a therapy experience that felt unhelpful, invalidating, or even harmful, I’m really sorry that happened. It’s okay to bring that into our work together. We’ll move at a pace that feels safe for you. You won’t be expected to trust me right away, I’ll earn it over time, and you get to decide what works for you.

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