Disconnection? I can help

Ceara Deno, MD • January 25, 2024
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Isolated or detached from your child?  I can help

Disconnection


The feeling where we are distant or detached from loved ones--DISCONNECTION:


It can happen when we live in the same house, or across multiple times zones (for example, after divorce)


It can be the result of many small misunderstandings, or years of no contact


If you and your child are suffering DISCONNECTION, I can help.  (Helping families with this is what I do.)


What does disconnection look like??


It's the dad who's a "stranger in his own home," because the kids “only want mommy”

It's the working mom who's "constantly guilty" she barely gets to see her kids

It's the divorced dad who got “erased from his child’s life" after his ex remarries or moves away

It's the family where "constant meltdowns on weekends” mean they can’t enjoy time together

It's the mom who spends all her time arguing with her teenager about chores, screens, and school work


Building connection after disconnection is a process of rebuilding trust.  It takes time.  If you are struggling, I can help. You are not alone, and there are tools and strategies that help.  You and your child don’t need to keep struggling alone. 


Schedule a free call with me HERE to find out your options, and how parent coaching can help.  https://calendly.com/ceara-mcniff/free-parent-coaching-call-build-self-love-and-compassion

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