McConaghie Counseling

I regularly coach parents to use empathy as their primary discipline tool. The act of validating and being curious and open about kids’ feelings (even when they seem over reactions or don’t make sense to us) is our most powerful tool. Empathy models skillful emotional behavior and helps regulate emotions. This article reviews research about even more benefits. Tracy https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_re/2021-02/tfg-ehe021821.php

In appreciation of Valentines's Day, we share this episode of On Being - The True Hard Work of Love and Relationships. Enjoy! Alain de Botton says, we would be much saner and happier if we reexamined our very view of love. His New York Times essay, Why You Will Marry the Wrong Person, is one of their most-read articles in recent years, and this is one of the most popular episodes we’ve ever created. https://podcasts.apple.com//alain-de-botton-t/id150892556

REMINDER - Tracy will be speaking at this event tomorrow! The FREE DivorceTown USA Webinar: Child-Centered Divorce - The Challenges & Rewards is Wednesday, 1/27 AT 1:00 PM.... Have you registered? If you are contemplating, facing or even past the divorce process, and you have kids, this Webinar is one you don't want to miss! Our esteemed panel of divorce professionals will assist you and your family to have a happier, healthier divorce. If you've already registered then you're ready to go! You'll receive an email reminder and Webinar Link later today! Even if you can't attend the live event, as long as you're registered, you'll still receive the free replay! REGISTER HERE! https://event.webinarjam.com/register/25/272nqtmm

Tracy will be speaking at this important Divorce Town webinar on Wednesday, January 27 at 1:00 PM. She will discuss how to protect your child's mental health during and after a divorce, what children really need from their parents and how child counseling can help. Click on the link to register! https://event.webinarjam.com/register/25/272nqtmm

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