parenting Archives - Natasha Dedijer-Turner

Is my family enmeshed?

May 12, 2019 by Natasha Dedijer-Turner Leave a Comment

Are you feeling suffocated by your relationships? Like you can’t tell where you end and your loved ones begin? Well, you’re not alone. In the 1970s, Salvador Minuchen coined the term “enmeshment” to describe this phenomenon. Enmeshment is when personal boundaries become blurred, and limits cease to exist in relationships between family members, partners, or […]

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Parenting Q&A

April 4, 2019 by Natasha Dedijer-Turner Leave a Comment

I know firsthand that raising healthy and happy children is no easy feat. That’s why I’m always thrilled to receive questions from parents about how to navigate the ups and downs of parenthood. Lately, I’ve noticed that many of you are curious about the elusive concept of “discipline.” So, I figured I’d take a moment […]

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Myths About Therapy

March 4, 2019 by Natasha Dedijer-Turner Leave a Comment

Are you tired of hearing the same old therapy myths? Are you thinking about therapy but feeling a bit hesitant to dive in? You’re not alone. There are so many misconceptions out there about what therapy is, who it’s for, and how it works. These myths can be a real barrier to getting the help […]

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