Summer can be a joyful time full of sunshine and freedom—but it can also bring chaos, mood swings, and a total disruption of routine. As the school year winds down, you might be wondering how your child will adjust to summer camp, a new job, or long, unstructured days at home. You may be questioning whether your teen’s moodiness is just part of growing up or a sign that they need more support. And you might be looking for ways to help your child feel more confident, connected, and cooperative during this transition.

In this live online session, you’ll join other parents and caregivers for a supportive conversation led by an experienced clinician. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between typical adolescent angst and signs of clinical distress. You’ll also take away practical tools and strategies from the Positive Parenting model that can help you strengthen your relationship with your child, boost their self-worth, and encourage more cooperation at home. You’ll have the chance to share your experiences and hear from others who are navigating the same summer shift.

Let this be the summer you feel more prepared, more connected, and more confident in your parenting.

Presenters

Cara Presley, LICSW, Director of Mental Health, Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston

Lindsay Alperin, MOT, OTR/L, Family Navigator, Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston

Registration

Attendance is free. The session will be offered twice on Wednesday, June 25—choose either 12:00–1:30 p.m. or 7:30–9:00 p.m.

Register for 12 - 1:30 p.m. 

Register for 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.

This event is made possible with support from the Ruderman Family Foundation.