212: My Story: Pt 2: Emotionally Supporting Yourself As a Parent of a Teen with Mental Health Struggles

It can be difficult to find help for parents who are supporting teens with mental health issues. As the person who is carrying the weight of guiding and caring for your child, you need support too. Join Alicia on this week’s episode of the Christian Mindset Coach as she discusses experiencing grief and disappointment, the importance of our attitude and responses in moments where our children are struggling, as well as mental health resources and other parenting support for those walking alongside their children through mental health issues.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:57] Help for parents struggling with grief and disappointment

[07:25] How our attitude and response affects our teens with mental health issues

[11:09] Parenting support for defining boundaries and leaning on unconditional love

[15:43] A prayer for our kids and for parents

[17:48] Mental health resources for parenting teens with mental health issues

If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, you are not alone. If you are in crisis, please call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or dial 911.

RESOURCES:

Calm Your Anxiety Mindset Tool Kit

Boundaries with Teens by Dr. John Townsend 

You Cannot Lose My Love - YouTube

Jesus Revolution Movie

It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa TerKeurst

Behind Closed Doors: A Guide to Help Parents and Teens Navigate Through Life’s Toughest Issues by Jessica Peck

Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter by Kari Kampakis

Faithful Counseling - Get Started & Sign-Up Today

MENTIONED AND OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

Ep 192: 3 Everyday Mindset Skills for More Emotional Stability

EP 194: 5 Bible Verses on Love to Meditate On When You Need Comfort

Ep 204: 6 Questions to Ask When Your Emotions Feel Overwhelming

EP 210: My Daughter's Story: A Christian Teen's Journey Through Depression, Suicide + Eating Disorders

EP 211: My Story: Pt 1: Emotionally Supporting Yourself As a Parent of a Teen with Mental Health Struggles

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