Coaching for Parents of Teens

& Young Adults

Set Boundaries. Rebuild Trust. Stay Connected.

Practical support for parents navigating boundaries, communication, screens, substance use, and independence...without yelling or enabling.

Parenting teens is hard. You don’t need more advice, You need a steady plan and real support.

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Parenting Teens Is Different Now

Parenting a teen or young adult today comes with pressure most parents weren’t prepared for.

The rules changed; screens, constant stimulation, shifting social norms, and easy access to substances have altered how teens push back, shut down, or struggle to move forward.

Even confident, well-intentioned parents find themselves second-guessing every move.

You may be trying to stay calm while:

enforcing rules that are constantly challenged
navigating screen time, school avoidance, or sleep issues
worrying about substance use or relapse
walking on eggshells to avoid another blow-up
feeling unsure how much support is too much and how much is not enough

And despite your best efforts, conversations still go sideways.

That’s not because you’re doing it wrong.
It’s because parenting teens requires a different kind of leadership.

Why “More Advice” Isn’t the Answer

Most parenting advice focuses on empathy and communication—but stops short of teaching parents how to hold boundaries when emotions run high and cooperation is low.

So parents end up:

❌ negotiating when they should be leading

❌ over-explaining instead of setting limits

❌ worrying they’re being “too strict” or “too soft”

❌ reacting instead of responding

What’s missing isn’t care.
It’s structure, clarity, and steady follow-through.

This Is Where Parent Coaching Helps

Parent coaching gives you:

✅ a clear plan for what to say and what not to say

✅ practical strategies you can use in the moment

✅ support while you practice new skills at home

✅ confidence in your decisions, even when your teen pushes back

You don’t need to control your teen’s choices.
You need to create the conditions for better choices - - and know how to respond when they don’t happen.

That’s what this work is about.

Does Any Of This Sound Familiar?

“My teen doesn’t respect the rules or me.”
“I want to help without enabling.”
“Every conversation turns into an argument or total shutdown.”
“I’m constantly worried about relapse, school, screens, or what’s next.”
“I just want peace in my home… and my kid back.”

Whether your teen is experimenting with substances, returning home from treatment, or simply pushing limits around screens, school, and independence, the approach is the same: clear expectations, steady leadership, and calm follow-through.

You Don’t Need More Hope

You Need a Plan

Hi, I’m Susan Morley—Parenting Coach, Family Recovery Coach, and mom of two grown kids.

Since 2009, I’ve helped hundreds of families reduce conflict, restore structure, and rebuild connection, especially during the teen and young-adult years, when parenting advice often falls apart.

I work with parents who are done guessing and ready to lead.

Whether your teen is navigating independence, recovery, motivation, or simply being a teen in today’s fast-moving, screen-saturated world, I help you step back into steady, confident leadership, without power struggles.

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What Parent Coaching Helps You Do

Set and hold boundaries without yelling, lecturing, or shutting down
Communicate in ways your teen actually responds to
Navigate screen time, school avoidance, sleep issues, and emotional blowups
Support independence without enabling
Recognize early warning signs—and respond with clarity, not panic
Shift from constant conflict to calm connection

You don’t need to be your child’s therapist.
You need to be their clear, calm, consistent parent and I’ll show you how.

Private Parent Sessions

We start with your goals; what you want to change and what’s getting in the way. You’ll get practical strategies tailored to your values, your teen, and your family dynamic.

Family Coaching

For families who need a reset, I facilitate structured family sessions that rebuild trust, clarify expectations, and help everyone get back on the same team.

Ongoing Support

Parenting doesn’t happen on a schedule. You’ll have access to me between sessions via text, email, and video—so you’re not left guessing in the moment.

🎁 Free Resource:

Quick-Start Guide to Better Family Meetings

Tired of one-word answers and eye rolls?

This free guide walks you through four essential questions that turn family meetings into something teens actually engage with—without therapy speak or awkward silence.

Just structure. Ownership. And real conversation.

Is Parent Coaching Right for Your Family?

Parent coaching is especially helpful for families navigating:

✔️ Defiant, avoidant, or withdrawn teens

✔️ Ongoing power struggles or rule-breaking

✔️ Screen-time battles and sleep issues

✔️ Post-treatment or relapse concerns

✔️ Emotional shutdowns or explosive reactions

✔️ “Failure to launch” young adults living at home

You don’t need years of therapy.
You need strategy, structure, and steady leadership.

Ways to Work Together

Every family’s situation is different.
We’ll start with what you’re dealing with right now and choose the level of support that actually fits.

Family Reset Program

Most Families Start Here

Restore calm and consistency in 8 weeks

This structured coaching program helps parents step out of daily power struggles and back into steady leadership with real-time support while you practice new skills at home.

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Parenting Breakthrough Session

Clarity and direction in one focused call

A 75-minute session designed to tackle one urgent issue fast.

You’ll leave with a clear plan, scripts you can use immediately, and two weeks of follow-up support.

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Family Transformation Program

Deep, personalized support for complex situations

For families navigating high-stakes challenges -- substance use concerns, repeated conflict, or long-standing breakdowns in trust -- this program provides comprehensive coaching, in-home support, and long-term tools for lasting change.

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Not sure where to start?
That’s normal—and exactly why we talk first.

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Frequently Asked Questions

These are some of the questions parents most frequently ask:

Do both parents need to be involved?

No.

It helps but it’s not required.

One consistent, calm parent can change the tone of the entire household. When results show up, the other parent often comes on board naturally.

What if my teen refuses to participate in coaching or family meetings?

That’s common and it’s not a deal-breaker.

Parent coaching focuses on changing the parent-child dynamic, not forcing your teen to cooperate. When you shift how you communicate, set boundaries, and follow through, the entire system changes.

In many cases, teens become more engaged once:

power struggles decrease
expectations are clear
conversations feel safer and less reactive

And if your teen never joins a session? You can still make meaningful progress.

What’s the best place to start if I’m unsure?

Start with a conversation.

A free consultation gives us space to talk through your situation and decide what level of support makes sense—without pressure or obligation.

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What if substance use or relapse is part of the picture?

You’re not alone—and you don’t have to handle this on your own.

I work with families navigating active use, early recovery, post-treatment transitions, and relapse prevention. Coaching helps you respond with clarity instead of panic, set firm limits without enabling, and support recovery while maintaining structure at home.

This is not therapy or treatment replacement, it’s parent leadership support during a high-risk season.

We’ve already tried therapy or treatment. How is this different?

Therapy often focuses on insight and emotion.
Parent coaching focuses on behavior, structure, and follow-through.

Many families come to me after therapy or treatment because they still feel stuck at home. Coaching bridges the gap between knowing what should work and actually making it work day-to-day.

This is practical, directive, and designed for real life.