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As parents, we want the best for our kids, but what if ttherapy is just a waste of time and money for your troubled teenager? It is not uncommon for the family court to order children to attend therapy in a divorce or other coparenting dispute, but what happens if forcing them to go causes even more conflict? Could your situation go from bad to worse?Let's face it - teenagers are not equipped to handle the same level of emotional complexity as adults. Their brains are underdeveloped, their attention spans are limited, and their impulse control is practically non-existent. It's no wonder that parents are often frustrated when they are court-ordered to send their teen to therapy. But don't despair just yet! In this episode we discuss clinical strategies and advice with Massachusetts family court clinician, Lisa Danovitch, LICSW. Lisa has been a lice ... ... Read moreKeywords
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