In this weeks episode, Jessica Fowler interviews Keri Cooper, LCSW about her book Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every Parent Needs to Know.  Keri shares her insight in what parents and teens need to know about mental health.  She shares about physical foundations which includes things like eating healthy, exercise and sleep (something teens are not always getting a lot of).  The second section of the book shares mental health foundations which include topics of saying no, not being responsible for others feelings and disappointment. Keri highlights the importance of teaching kids boundaries, whether it is with friends or with their phone.  Lastly, Keri shares some of her tips to help implement these strategies for your own family.  

Keri Cooper, LCSW is the owner of Keri Cooper Holistic Therapy in northern New Jersey.  In her private practice, she counsels teens and works to give them the tools they need to navigate life.  Keri takes a holistic approach to therapy, looking at the whole person, not just their symptoms.  Keri is the author of Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every Parent Needs To Know, a book designed to give parents steps on how to improve their child's mental health.  Her second book is a workbook for teens, Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every Teen Needs To Know.  She is a speaker and writer who helps educate teens and parents on the topics teens face in everyday life.  She is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and continues to further her education by obtaining additional certifications in her field, one of her favorite pastimes!  When Keri isn't busy working with teens, she is busy with her own four children and her flock of chickens.  You can reach Keri at [email protected] or on instagram @kericooperholistictherapy