250. Parent Coaching for Overwhelmed Parents of Tweens and Teens: 3 Ways to Reduce Conflict

250. Parent Coaching for Overwhelmed Parents of Tweens and Teens: 3 Ways to Reduce Conflict

Author: Therese Connolly April 2, 2026 Duration: 12:06

Are you parenting a tween or teen and feeling like everything has become more intense, more emotional, and more exhausting? You are not alone. In this episode, Tess Connolly talks directly to overwhelmed parents who are trying to manage conflict, set boundaries, navigate screen time, and stay connected to their child without losing themselves in the process.

The tween and teen years can leave even thoughtful, loving parents feeling depleted. When your child is moody, reactive, pushing limits, or arguing more often, it is easy to assume something is wrong. But often, these behaviors are part of normal development, and understanding that can change how you respond at home.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Why understanding normal tween and teen development can reduce parenting overwhelm
  • How to lower conflict at home by focusing on one issue at a time
  • Why clear agreements around screen time, chores, and money can help everyone feel more grounded
  • How small daily resets and moments of connection can support both you and your child
  • How parent coaching can help overwhelmed parents of tweens and teens feel more calm, clear, and confident

If this episode resonated with you, join the family through the link in the show notes for more support, encouragement, and parenting tools.

And if you are ready for personalized help, book a 45-minute Reset Call. Tess offers parent coaching for overwhelmed parents of tweens and teens who want to reduce conflict, set better boundaries, create stronger agreements, and build more connection at home.

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The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.

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Navigating the tween and teen years alone comes with a unique set of daily tests, from managing defiance to negotiating screen time in a connected world. Single Parenting Reset Show: For Solo Parents of Tweens and Teens is here for that journey. Hosted by Therese Connolly, a licensed clinical social worker and family coach, this podcast moves beyond theory to offer actionable steps you can use immediately. Therese draws on both professional expertise and a genuine understanding of the solo parent reality, where you’re the only one setting boundaries and mending fences. Conversations focus on turning behavioral challenges into opportunities for growth, finding realistic ways to pull kids from their devices, and fostering a home where communication actually works. You’ll hear strategies for building your own confidence as a parent while strengthening your family’s connections, all without the sugar-coating. This is a space for single moms and dads seeking real-life support, where every episode aims to provide a practical reset for the week ahead. Tune in for a blend of compassionate guidance and concrete tools designed specifically for the solo parent raising adolescents.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Single Parenting Reset Show: For Solo Parents of Tweens and Teens — Manage Behavior Problems, Reduce Screen Time & Improve Communication
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215. Entitled Teen Behavior: 5 Signs Parents Should Watch For [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:50
Ever feel like your teen expects VIP treatment 24/7 — instant rides, new phones, last-minute rescues — and flips out when you say no?You’re not alone. Many parents, especially single parents, are seeing more entitled beh…
211. Teen Vaping: What Parents Should Do When They Catch It [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:23
Is your teen insisting “it’s not a problem” even though you’ve seen air fresheners, eye drops, or sudden “new friends”…and you suspect vaping?In this episode, Tess and Gigi walk through what actually works when you think…
210. Arguments With Teens: How Single Parents Can Defuse Conflict [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:33
Ever feel like every conversation with your teen turns into an argument — and you're both left frustrated and unheard?You're not alone — but there's a smarter way to navigate these tense moments. In this episode, Tess Co…
209. Hidden Teen Vaping: Signs Parents Often Miss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:37
Do you ever wonder if your teen might be vaping—but can’t tell if you’re just being paranoid?With vaping devices disguised as everyday objects and flavored cartridges designed to appeal to teens, it’s getting harder for…
208. Letting Teens Set Screen Time Limits: Does It Work? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:45
Is your teen glued to their phone — and every screen time rule you try only leads to arguments and frustration?If you’ve ever wondered whether giving your teenager more control over their own device use is risky or wise,…