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Parenting and Family


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Nine ways to practice positive parenting

Not too long ago, I told a man I had met in the store that I teach a class called The Joy of Parenting. He chuckled and said he had given up on that dream a long time ago. Yes parenting is hard! But it can be immensely rewarding. Read more. 

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Five ways to be a happier parent now

Do you tend to dwell on the negative? A lot of people do! With some mental shifts, its possible to re-wire your brain to start soaking up the joy in all the small moments, whether you are reading with your child, driving to soccer practice, or coming home after a long day at work. Read more. 
 

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Do you want to stop yelling at your kids? 

Are you ready to stop yelling?! Read on to discover simple ways to become responsive (and stop blowing up)!  Read more. 

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Two things I would change if I could

Once upon a time, I thought good mothering meant putting my children first. I ended up burned out and stressed out. Today I strive for balance. Read more.

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Overcome overwhelmed parenting

Lots and lots of parents are overwhelmed! We are juggling so much - careers, multiple children, after-school activities, and household duties. Read on if you are ready to lower the intensity and find more peace in your life. Read more. 

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Break the cycle - it starts with you

Punishment-based advice is outdated and tends to create bigger problems. So what are parents supposed to do when confronted with poor behavior? If you are interested in learning alternatives to rewarding and punishing, read on. Read more. 

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Visualize your way into effective parenting

Visualization is a well-researched technique that can help us improve any aspect of our life, including the way we parent. Read more.

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Eight steps to yell less

Yelling is habit! Stopping the habit takes time and perseverance. No judgement! Read more. 

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Why your kid may be acting out

Although it may be counter-intuitive, ongoing behavior problems are rarely corrected by discipline. Read more to explore some reasons why your child may be acting out. Read more. 

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Change your thoughts, change your parenting

Our thoughts are so powerful that they predict our behavior and what shows up in our life. When we change our thoughts from negative to positive, all aspects of life gets better. Read more. 

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When you need a break

All parents need breaks!  Learn how to take a break with grace without triggering your child's fear of abandonment or separation anxiety. Read more. 

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You are welcome to schedule a free twenty minute consultation appointment by texting Cristina Trette at 858-337-6124 or emailing her at cristina@cristinatrette.com. Or, click the button below to request an appointment now. For consultations, please note that only one person will schedule and attend the meeting.
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Cristina Trette, MA, LMFT 117148 is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the Board of Behavioral Sciences in the State of California. Content on this website is for information and educational purposes only and is not to be considered Marriage and Family Therapy.
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