Layers of the Mind

Adolescence isn’t just a phase it’s a transformation.

It’s loud and quiet, messy and meaningful, heartbreaking and heart-opening all at once. If you’re a parent, guardian, teacher, or anyone who loves a growing human between the ages of 10 and 21, you’re in the right place.

This space was born from my own journey equal parts love, exhaustion, and curiosity as a parent navigating the ups, downs, and in-betweens of raising a preteen. Some days I feel like I’m holding it together with sticky notes and deep breaths. Other days? I’m surprised by the beauty and strength in both of us. Adolescence is one of the most misunderstood and underestimated stages of life. The brain is being rewired. Identity is being formed. And everything emotions, friendships, body changes, risk-taking, rebellion, dreams is amplified.

I have created this page

What Is Adolescence and Why It Matters where I will continue to add posts and information on each stage in adolescent  on this page we will explore:

• The science behind adolescent brain development

• Real talk on mood swings, motivation, and meltdowns

• Parenting strategies grounded in psychology, not punishment

• Personal stories mine and maybe yours, too

• Moments of connection that remind us we’re not doing this alone

“Parenting, Psychology, and Showing Up Messy Together”