In this inaugural episode of the Lessons After Sessions podcast, hosts Jen (LCPC) and Trev (LMFT) explore the complexities of parenting teenagers in today's world. They discuss the balance between safety and autonomy, the impact of technology on parenting, and the importance of building healthy relationships with children. Through their experiences as therapists, they emphasize the need for trust, understanding, and allowing children to make mistakes as part of their growth process. The conversation highlights the significance of family dynamics and the lessons learned from navigating parenting challenges.

Takeaways:

• We're both therapists, but we are not providing therapy.
• The more you try to control something, the more out of control it gets.
• Let them make mistakes. It's a huge gift.
• Balance is the key.
• What do you want for your children?
• Every single family, every single child is different.
• Trust your kid.
• Relationships are the key.
• You have to give them some space to make mistakes.
• What message does that send to your children?