Sometimes, I show photos of my students at prom, high school graduation, or college graduation to my friends. “Look at my babies,” I exclaim, celebrating their milestones. “Jennifer,” says my friend. “This is a grown person, not a baby.” Whatever. She’s never tried to calm down a crying teenager afraid of a low test score […]
Peace With “Grown” College Students This Holiday Season
Clara Peña, LPC-S, LCDC, RPT of New Outlook Individual & Family Therapy, LLC is passionate about helping women adapt to empty nests. But what happens when those “grown” children return for short-term (weekend, holidays, summers) breaks and long-term (years) to the family home? According to Dr. Peña, a professional therapist, setting clear boundaries and expections […]