Hello! I’m Chantal, teen life coach and psychologist who’s helping teen girls build confidence, handle tough stuff, and grow into their most authentic selves. I’ve curate tools to make your journey as a parent, auntie, or supportive professional a little easier, and a lot more connected. These are the things I use, love, and trust to spark calm, courage, and real conversations with teens.
When Your Teen’s Feelings Are Linked to Behaviours That Unsettle You
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Reader “If she’s feeling overwhelmed… I’m scared of where that might lead.” This is something I hear from parents all the time, especially when your teen is recovering from anxiety, an eating disorder, or an injury. You may have already seen how intense emotions can lead to coping strategies that feel unhelpful… or even unsafe. So the question becomes: Do we lean into the feelings… or try to contain them? Avoid them? Not make them worse? If you’ve ever felt that tension, you’re definitely not alone. Because as a parent, you’re holding two very real truths at the same time:
And sometimes, those can feel like they’re pulling in opposite directions. What I want you to know is this: 👉 The goal isn’t to get rid of your teen’s feelings. It’s to help your teen learn how to experience their feelings and move through them safely. This is where we begin to shift the conversation:
When teens start to learn that feelings are something they can move through it's a game changer. And as parents, your presence plays a powerful role in that process. In this week’s blog, I walk you through:
If this is something you’ve been navigating, I wrote this with you in mind. With so much gratitude, Chantal Chantal Menard Côté| Psychologist| Teen Coach| Part of the Pyramid Psychology Team - Inspiring teen girls to build unbreakable mindsets THP Hangouts April Edition A relaxed hangout to create, move, connect! 👉 Are you in? Save her spot here |
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Hello! I’m Chantal, teen life coach and psychologist who’s helping teen girls build confidence, handle tough stuff, and grow into their most authentic selves. I’ve curate tools to make your journey as a parent, auntie, or supportive professional a little easier, and a lot more connected. These are the things I use, love, and trust to spark calm, courage, and real conversations with teens.
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