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Child, Teen & Adult Therapy
Anxiety • Anger • Defiance
Serving Chester County & Beyond
Telehealth Available—Most States
2025 Distinguished Psychologist
35+ Years Helping Families
When Anxiety & Anger Get Loud
For parents whose child melts down, talks back, or digs in over every request, leaving parents exhausted and unheard, there is a calmer path forward.
Try the calm, firm, non-controlling approach. This helps parents sidestep power struggles by using steady tones, clear limits, and respectful problem-solving. For example, "Wouldn't it you agree that if we could have a calm, constructive conversation right now, we'll both have a better chance of feeling heard and working this out"
This is just one of many tools—and the more tools you have, the better you can help your child handle these "what-if" loops when they come up.
10 Days to a Less Defiant Child—available now on Amazon
10 Days to a Less Distracted Child
10 Days to a Less Defiant Child
The Anxiety, Depression, and Anger Toolbox for Teens
The Stress Survival Guide for Teens
Letting Go of Anger Therapeutic Card Deck
Liking the Child You Love
Mindfulness for
Teen Worry
Why Can't You Read My Mind?
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