free guide

5 Ways You're Accidentally Pushing Your Teen Away

(And What to Do Instead)

You're exhausted, scared, and completely out of ideas.

Nothing you've tried is working, and your teen feels further away than ever.

This free guide gives you simple, actionable strategies to rebuild connection—at a pace that feels safe for both of you.

No pressure. No need to be perfect. Just small shifts that make a real difference.

You'll Learn How To:

Stay grounded when your teen shuts down

Communicate in ways that lower defensiveness

Rebuild trust through small, consistent moments of connection (even when it feels impossible)

Hey there, I'm Erin

You don't need more generic parenting advice. You need someone who actually understands struggling teens—and the parents trying to reach them.

I'm Erin McMenamin, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, trauma therapist, and former high school guidance counselor. I've spent over thirty years working with teens in schools, camps, non-profits, and private practice.

I've sat with teens in crisis. I've sat with parents at their breaking point. And I've watched families find their way back to each other.

Here's what I know for sure: reaching your struggling teen isn't about control. It's about connection.

This guide will show you how to start.

Does this sound familiar?

  • Your teen has shut you out and you don't know how to reach them

  • Every conversation turns into a fight or ends in silence

  • You're walking on eggshells in your own home

  • You've tried everything and nothing is working

Let me show you what works instead