PARENT – TEEN CONFLICT

            The teen years are confusing for both the adolescent and the parent. The teen is no longer a child, yet not quite an adult. Many teens are struggling for their independence, but unwilling to assume the responsibility that goes along with it. They often want to make their own rules and have difficulty following family rules. Teens are beginning to separate from their families by spending more time with their friends. These friends may not be approved of by parents or who may be in an unsupervised environment. Often teens may be taking risks without looking at the possible consequences. Conflicts are normal but may be difficult to resolve by yourselves during these years.

Mediation is a process where parent and teen can sit together in a relaxed, non-threatening and neutral environment, and look at each issue of conflict together. We will explore solutions that are acceptable to all parties and conclude with a written contract that meets everyone’s needs and is a win-win situation for all.

            Resolving a parent-teen conflict is perhaps the most important thing a family can commit to. If these conflicts are not resolved it can lead to divisions within the family and/or perhaps the teen finding friends to bond with whose values and activities do not match yours.

Our experience has been very positive. We have found this process strengthens and reunites families.

            Resolving conflicts with your teen is an investment in your families’ future.

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