Hey "Teenager Parent", I see you.

STRESSED, FRUSTRATED,
WORRIED
ABOUT YOUR TEEN?

The teen years are challenging (to say the least!) But you don't have to do this alone.

FRUSTRATED, STRESSED OUT, OR
WORRIED ABOUT YOUR TEEN?

You're not alone. Join a community of parents experiencing similar challenges. Learn to change the dynamic in your home and navigate the teen years with less drama.
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I get it...I've been there

 

👉️You never know what you're going to get with them. Will they be in an "okay mood" or will they bite your head off when you remind them of soccer practice or yell at you for asking a simple question?

👉️You can't figure out how to get them to do what they need to do...to cooperate just a little bit with homework or chores or show a minimal amount of motivation for school. 

 👉️You've tried talking to them, giving ultimatums, and issuing consequences. You've lectured, yelled, and possibly even pleaded with them to change their behavior. But nothing changes.

👉️Maybe they're using substances, hanging out with a rougher crowd, not coming home when they're supposed to, and generally doing what they want to do without fear of consequences. 

 👉️All you can think about is how they are ruining their life and messing up their options for the future. You worry about where they'll be in 10 years.   

👉️You're tired of the arguments. You're exhausted from worry. You're even resentful at times. Of course, you love them more than anything, but you wonder what they could be thinking and why they could be so self-centered. You just don't know what to do anymore.

 

You've tried so hard to get this right... but parenting teens requires a whole new set of tools.

It's not your fault things have gone sideways with your teen. This $h*t is HARD and no one prepares us for how our parenting must change.

😐️You're just parenting the same way you always have (it's worked in the past, right?)

🫤You may have listened to your parents, friends, teachers, therapists...but their behavior has not improved and you're baffled as to how to change things.

😟You may feel like this is your fault, that you've messed up or failed somehow. Guilt, shame, worry...so many negative feelings have taken over. 

😢You're likely overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, angry, and may even doubt that anything can help at this point. 

I know where you are. I know the desperation and the overwhelm all too well. 
But, I can help you turn things around.

Parent Camp will lift the veil on your teen's behaviors and give you the skills to improve your relationship and their behavior.

Please join me in

Parent Camp

Parent Camp is an immersive, transformational, community experience where you'll learn new parenting skills and how to apply them in your particular family circumstances.

I don't simply teach you these concepts and principals in theory...I teach you how to apply this information to parent your teen in the specific situations happening in your family.

My signature course, The Field Guide to Teens, teaches you the basics that will be applied to all situations and apply to all adolescents, no matter their age, neurodiversity, or struggle.

And to better learn how to apply this information in different circumstances and situations, we will introduce a new theme each month.

For example, current themes under consideration for the coming year are:

Monitoring, Privacy, and Rules

Cooperation and Follow Through

Allowing their Mistakes

Friendships and Popularity

School (homework, motivation, pressure to succeed)

You'll go through The Field Guide on your own, and then we'll apply the concepts you learn as we discuss these themes and your specific situations in our meetups, the monthly masterclass, and in the forum.

You'll also have a monthly challenge that will help you solidify these concepts in your mind and in practice.

You'll be well on your way to seeing changes between you and your teen (and in your teen's behavior) in short order. But the good thing about Parent Camp is the more you study, participate, and practice, the better things will be in your home.

Here's just some of what you'll get out of Parent Camp...

Feel more relaxed with your teen

Learn the skills you need to feel more confident engaging with your teen during everyday conversations and more emotional situations. No more walking on eggshells. 

Learn strategies for challenges

Never again feel lost or stuck in the moment trying to figure out what to do or what to say when your teen has done something wrong, made a mistake,  or come unglued.

Experience personal growth

Learn more about yourself; what shapes your thoughts, emotions and reactions. Practice techniques to maintain calm under pressure and start treating yourself to life beyond parenthood.

You can change your family's story. Stop wishing things were better and make them better.

I created Parent Camp as a place for you to receive truly transformative, research-based information, guidance and support from me and other parents going through this together. I understand where you are and where you want to be and I know how to help you get there. Join me in the Parent Camp for everything you need to parent your particular teen in a way that brings peace and strength to your family and gives you your life back. There's no reason to be so stressed and feel so alone. Change is absolutely possible. 

You can change your family's story. Stop wishing things were better and make them better.

I created Parent Camp as a place to receive truly transformative, research-based information, guidance and support from me and other experts. I understand where you are and where you want to be and I know how to help you get there. Join me, guest experts and other parents inside for everything you need to parent your teen in a way that brings peace and strength to your family and gives you your life back. There's no reason to be so stressed and alone. Change is absolutely possible. 

Here's what others have said about Parent Camp.

Parent Camp has been the ‘icing on the cake’ of resources and support Ann offers! Additionally, meeting other parents and sharing ideas and finding support and compassion has helped immensely in this chaotic stage of life! Thank you Ann for hosting Parent Camp!! I look forward to the meet ups and newsletter every week!

M. U.

I joined the Parent Camp last year after listening to Ann’s podcast, Speaking of Teens. The level of attention, guidance, and personal engagement that Ann provides is of the highest level. I found ground under my feet again and every day I feel more and more equipped for what is coming my way...My family in general can feel the difference in our parenting style since we found Ann, even my teen agrees! We love Ann!

M. D.

As a parent of a teenager who was struggling with severe behavioral issues, discovering the 'Speaking of Teens, Parent Camp' was a life-changing experience. Our investment in the program was worth its weight in gold. With Ann’s precise guidance and education, combined with the unwavering support from other parents in the group, we felt encouraged and empowered every step of the way.

The program taught us that our own behaviors needed to change to see true changes in our teen. Ann's compassionate and hands-on approach, offering ample one-on-one and group communication, was incredibly reassuring. Our teen was previously breaking the law, self-harming, running away, and not engaging with  school. However, within just six months of participating in Parent Camp, along with therapy, our lives have completely transformed. 

Our teen now makes excellent choices, surrounds himself with positive influences, and successfully completed his first semester at school. He is kind, happy, and shares hugs and kisses multiple times a day. We are immensely grateful to have discovered Parent Camp. After two years of working with professionals like psychiatrists, psychologists, and youth workers, it was the changes we made through Parent Camp that made the biggest difference for our family. Thank you, Ann, for your unwavering support and guidance.

C. R.

I recently completed the Ann’s Parent Camp Program, and it has been a transformative experience for my family and me. Before taking Ann’s course, my husband and I were struggling with the climate in our home with our teenage son. There was a lot of frustration and arguing going on a daily basis. We were often depleted and did not know how to handle some of the daily conflicts. Ann’s course really helped me understand the “Why” behind my son’s behavior. Once I understood what was happening in his brain, I could empathize more with his feelings rather than take things personally. Not only did I understand the  why of his behavior, I also learned that how I parented him before his teenage years is not the same way I need to parent him now. Once I started implementing Ann's strategies, I started seeing shifts in our communication. In addition, we finally started having more harmony in our home. For that, I am truly grateful.

J. B. 

Before Parent Camp, almost every conversation with my daughter became a fight, resulting in a tense relationship and household. I was at a loss until I found Ann's podcast and Parent Camp. Parent Camp was the lifeline I desperately needed. Ann taught me the skills I needed to change my daughter and my relationship to become more connected.

As a result of our improved connection, she opens up to me and we are able to have calm, productive conversations. I can now respond to her in a way that makes things better, not worse. If I slip into old patterns, I have the Parent Camp workbook to rely on to get me back on track.

Parent Camp has been a game changer and worth every penny. Thank you, Ann!

A. O.

My daughter experienced a major trauma in middle school just before COVID and has struggled with her mental health for several years. She’s very high stress, high achiever, perfectionist, and is extremely sensitive. She was constantly lashing out at me and telling me I “just didn’t get it”. She seemed to hate me.

I just didn’t know how to communicate with her or how to help her. And I didn’t realize that I was throwing fuel on the flame and igniting a larger fire because of my own emotions. The problem was me, but I couldn't see that.

I've never been a calm, relaxed mother. My own emotional overwhelm and fear got in the way of letting my kids grow and learn from their mistakes and it kept us from experiencing genuine connection.

Thank you, Ann, for these past weeks of Parent Camp and for the way that I have been able to truly find solutions to our strained circumstances. I’ve done every course, read every book, and still I was in this shit storm with myself and my kids. But you turned that around. I do not know where I would be if I hadn’t found you; so truly, thank you.

C. M.

When I came into Parent Camp my biggest concerns were trying to avoid blow ups and reduce the fighting with my daughter and figure out a way to actually connect with her on some level. 

I realize now how my own anxiety and fears for her caused me to respond to her in a way that either caused conflict or made many of our arguments much worse. In the past I was so uncomfortable with her negative feelings that I would immediately jump in to try and make her not feel sad or hurt about situations with friends, etc. I never understood how important it was to simply listen to her fully describe the hurt she was feeling. 

I still get anxious about her decisions around relationships (I’m working on that). But I’ve learned to tell myself that most of the time the issue is not an emergency and then take the time to calm down before I discuss things with her. 

I’m getting so much better at being empathetic, remembering how her brain works and using the communication skills I’ve learned in Parent Camp. This has been really effective in reducing the arguments and helping her remain calm and feel confident to resolve issues herself. She’s even been coming to me lately when she has something on her mind and needs to work through her emotions! 

Just like my daughter, I’m a work in progress but I have so much more confidence in my ability to be the parent she needs me to be.

T. T. 

Exactly what do you get with the Parent Camp experience? 

 

Field Guide To Teens

The Field Guide is the foundational parenting course encompassing a 4-part framework for strengthening your relationship and decreasing conflict with your teen, while improving their behavior.

Sessions/Masterclass

We'll meet twice a month (Monday and Thursday nights), live, inside Parent Camp. One session is a Q & A to discuss your particular situations and the other will be a Masterclass on the monthly theme. 

Optional Coaching

If you find yourself in a predicament with your teen or have a particularly stressful situation you'd like help with outside of the weekly meetings, you can schedule 1 on 1 coaching with me at a reduced rate.

Fireside Forum

You'll have access to a private group only for those in Parent Camp and alumni of Parent Camp. You'll have access to daily support from me and other parents with the same mindset and goals for their family. 

 

The Field Guide to Teens, the ultimate course for parents of teens

Stop spending so much time worrying, arguing, and consequencing. Learn the fundamental skills of parenting teens, at your own pace.

Section 1 - Understanding Your Teen

Want to understand why your teen thinks, feels and acts the way they do? There's a really good reason why they can act like such an a-hole sometimes! 

In this section I explain the basics of what's happening inside your teen's brain that's as confusing to them as it is maddening to you.

You'll walk away from this Section understanding the basis for all your teen's unpleasant behavior and will have much more empathy and patience as you learn to parent them differently.

Section 2 - Your Emotions

It's hard to overestimate the importance of becoming more aware of and learning how to manage your emotions.

As the parent of a teen or tween, you face enormous emotional challenges. Some of them are small (disrespectful talk, cooperation, etc.)

Others (risky behavior, failing grades, mental health issues) can feel overwhelming and can cause such emotional dysregulation for you, that you can't parent the way you want. 

Section 3 - Communication Skills

Learning to communicate properly with your teen is critical to your connection and to promoting more cooperative behavior.

In this section I incorporate techniques such as motivational interviewing, emotion coaching, and collaborative problem solving to give you frameworks for communicating with your teen in all situations.

You’ll learn how to talk to them confidently, without stepping on landmines, while helping them become more emotionally intelligent, and learn to solve their own problems.

Section 4 - Discipline

What many parents fail to realize is that discipline is not about punishment or retribution but about teaching teens how to become young adults.

There are many reasons why parents trip up on discipline. You may have been raised by parents who focused on obedience and little else. You may be influenced by other parents in your circle. Or, you could be so nervous about your teen's future that you overcontrol and issue super restrictive consequences.

I'll teach you why common disciplinary methods fail and how to do it in a way that helps your teen learn, while maintaining your connection.

Parent Camp PLUS

In each session I'll help you relate the information and skills from The Field Guide to Teens to your current circumstances. We'll also discuss additional concepts and learn skills to help you with your teen's more worrisome behaviors (substance use, etc.)

I've been exactly where you are and have so much empathy for you--and a wealth of knowledge to share. Scroll down to read my story.

Some of the Additional Topics We'll Discuss:

  • How to repair your connection
  • Your teen's ambivalence to change
  • Positive and negative reinforcement
  • Parental alignment
  • Advanced communication techniques
  • Resources for additional help
  • Knowing when a higher level of care may be necessary
  • Options for higher levels of care (IOP, PHP, residential, etc.)

You can skip Parent Camp and...

  • keep doing what you're doing and hope things will miraculously change - or that the counselor or treatment program will fix everything
  • continue to wonder what you're doing wrong and what you can do better, without solid answers and guidance
  • continue arguing with your spouse as you both dig in about how to parent your teen
  • stay stressed out and anxious about your teen's future and beat yourself up for being a "terrible parent"

Or, you can join Parent Camp and...

  • begin learning and making small changes in your own behavior that will yield positive results in your teen's behavior
  • learn science-based strategies and skills that will help you modify your parenting with expert guidance and community
  • agree to open your mind to a new way of seeing your teen as you team up with your partner to implement these new parenting skills
  • realize there is so much hope for the future as you begin to see positive changes in your teen's behavior and in your relationship with them

 

Hey There.

I'm Ann Coleman and I know how you feel right now. My son had some significant behavioral issues during high school and I was terrified for his future. That fear dictated my response to his behavior. I tried to make him behave by lecturing, punishing, and controlling.

My husband and I disagreed on how to deal with the issues and we were all miserable. I felt desperate, ashamed, and totally alone in this struggle. After seeking help from a revolving door of mental health professionals, I finally realized, we didn't need anyone to fix our son, I needed to learn to parent him differently. And as I learned new skills, things began to change. Soon, we saw glimpses of our sweet boy and before long our relationship and his behavior had completely turned around. 

That was 2018, and since then I've gradually transitioned from practicing attorney to parent educator. I couldn't stand the thought of other parents spinning their wheels in misery (as I did) rather than making their family's life better. For years now I've emersed myself in the science of parenting adolescents and I'm here to help you ditch unhealthy and unhelpful parenting habits and enjoy life with your kid again!

You do not want to wake up a few years from now wishing you'd learned this stuff earlier.

Let me tell you a little more of my story.

My son began smoking marijuana and having increased instances of anxiety in high school (on top of his ADHD and learning issues). And for at least his 16th and 17th years, I was convinced that the more I lectured, punished, pleaded, yelled, and nagged, the better he’d behave.

But the more I tried to control him, the more his behavior devolved. He started dabbling in other drugs, got in trouble with law enforcement, with friends, and at school. His anxiety skyrocketed, he developed major depression, and his anger was out of control.

We were in a downward spiral and our lives were in chaos. And it essentially all started with my lack of awareness and parenting skills. Basically, I just didn't know what I didn't know (and there was a lot I didn't know!)

It wasn't until he was literally turning 18 that I began learning the science-based concepts and principles that would allow me to see my son's behavior in a different light - and begin thinking and parenting him completely differently.

I worked on myself – I learned to manage my own emotions and tried new approaches to help him with his. And really soon, we began to see a difference in his behavior, our relationship with him, and his overall attitude towards life. It was nothing short of miraculous.

His anxiety began to subside, he stopped acting out in anger, his depression disappeared, he stopped dabbling in dangerous drugs, he began behaving more "rationally" and loving towards us. Our sweet kid had reappeared!

So, I kept reading, researching, and studying the science of adolescence, neurobiology, emotions, and parenting. Since then, I've read, dissected, and studied literally hundreds of scientific journal articles, research studies, and stacks of books. I've spent thousands of hours sifting through all of this information, understanding it in minute detail, and putting it all together in a way that no one else has before.

My goal, from almost the very beginning, has been to share all of this work with you. I decided I wanted to help other parents like you, avoid the mistakes we’d made.

Now, you don’t have to go in search of this information. You don’t have to spend the thousands of hours to understand the best way to parent your teen – I’ve taken care of that for you.

Parent Camp makes it easy to understand and digest everything you need to know to bring peace and connection back to your family and improve your teen’s behavior.

I want to help you avoid the chaos and heartache we went through. You have an opportunity to correct course sooner rather than later (although we are living proof that it's never too late!)

Our son, now 25, has moved back to Alabama after 5 years in Colorado. He's a wonderful kid who still struggles and we continue to learn as we go. But I certainly don't know where we'd be if I hadn't learned what I did, when I did.

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

If you don't feel Parent Camp is the right fit for you and your family, just let me know what I could have done better and I'll refund your money. I assure you, if you do the work, Parent Camp will work for you!

See full details of the Terms of Participation, including Refund Policy, here.

 

Still have Questions? I have Answers!