In this post, we will examine how to create discipleship opportunities that address attention-seeking behaviors, controlling behaviors, revenge-seeking behaviors, and behaviors driven by a sense of inadequacy.
Author - Laura Kuehn, LCSW
Are You Missing an Important Element of Discipline?
Discipline is a lot more than just telling our kids what we don't want them to do. Here we explore the importance of training and some ways to do it.
Are Kids Good Inside? A Christian Parenting Perspective
There is a popular conception among many parenting platforms that kids are good inside. Is this true? Here we explore this issue from a biblical perspective.
An Important Daily Practice for Christian Parents
As Christian parents we know we need to correct and train our children. There is one key spiritual discipline that can help us do that well.
How to Handle an Out of Control Child
Your child is raging and you don't know what you do. Here are things you can do in and out of the moment if your child is out of control
What is the Job of a Christian Parent?
You may want to know what the job of a Christian parent is. Here we explore this idea through the lens of what we can and can't control.
What to Do When Your Child Hits at School
What can parents do if their child hits at school? Here are tips on how to collaborate, understand and intervene in aggressive behaviors at school.
A Christian Teen’s Guide for Good Mental Health
Some tips and ideas to help Christian teens safeguard their mental health.
How to Parent Overt Disobedience
Kids who outright refuse to obey can be a challenge to deal with. Here we explore why kids overtly disobey and how parents can effectively respond.
How to Parent Passive Disobedience
It can be hard to get kids to hear and obey and instruction. This post explores one reason why kids may disobey and what you can do about it.
Should I Use Time Out To Discipline My Children?
Are you confused about the use of time out in discipline? This post examines why time out does not work and what makes it more effective.
10 Ways to Stop a Panic Attack
Here are 10 tips to help stop a panic attack in its tracks. Includes resources, helpful info on body systems and a quick reference tool.
Kids and Cell Phones – A Guide for Christian Parents
What are the things Christian parents need to know about kids and cell phones? Here we explore it from a developmental point of view.
How to Help Kids to Use Mindfulness Biblically
Here we explore some information and tips on how Christian parents can teach their kids to practice mindfulness biblically.
How to Connect with Your Child at Any Age
Connection is essential for effective parenting. Here we explore a variety of ways you can connect with your child at every stage of development.
What is Parent Counseling and Do I Need It?
If you are struggling to be the kind of parent you would like to be, parent counseling might be right for you. Find out how it is different from coaching and how it can help.
How to Help Kids Feel Safe in a (sometimes) Unsafe World
Safety is a primal need. Let's explore how parents can help kids feel safe in a sometimes unsafe world. Includes tips for Christian parents.
How to Help a Child Who Has Lost Social Skills Due to the Pandemic
Some kids are struggling socially right now. Here are 9 steps parents can take to help a child who has lost social skills. Help them re-engage and re-connect.
How to Trust God’s Calling as a Christian Parent
You may be struggling right now as a Christian parent, overwhelmed with your role. Let's look to the Bible for assurances that God has equipped you for the task.
How to Find a Therapist Who is Right for You
It can be hard to find a therapist that "fits." Here are some tips to help you find a therapist that is right for you.