Hi, I'm Kristi

I help progressive parents build lasting connections with their teens through attachment-based coaching.Using peaceful parenting principles, we'll move from conflict to connection.

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My Approach

Teen rebellion isn't the problem—it's a symptom of disconnection. Together, we'll:Build trust through authentic communication
Navigate political and social differences
Create lasting family bondsWhat Makes This Work:Attachment science and brain development research
Progressive values honoring teen autonomy
No punishment systems - connection before correction
Support for LGBTQ+ affirming parenting
Tools to manage parental triggersTogether We'll Create:Judgment-free space to process challenges
Strategies matching your values
Clear paths to stay connected through teen years

The connection you crave with your teen is closer than you think

When teens push away, they're actually seeking connection. But their behavior - withdrawn, hostile, defiant - makes it feel impossible to reach them. Progressive parents like you know punishment isn't the answer. But what is?
The path to connection exists, even if your teen:Refuses to talk
Seems lost in screen time
Challenges your values
Shuts down conversations
Pushes every boundaryI help parents like you move from conflict to connection, using peaceful, attachment-based tools that work. Because your relationship with your teen can't wait four years until they "grow out of it."