Let’s all Talk Mental Health is an online hub for parents, caregivers, family members and educators to support their teens through mental health struggles, to understand the issues and to find out more about routes for help. We are here to help you to help them with every challenge that they may be facing: anxiety, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, low mood & depression, ADHD, Autism, OCD, self harm and more.
 
Featuring LIVE sessions with the UK’s top clinical psychologists, therapists & psychiatrists, every session includes at least 30 minutes of anonymous audience Q&A. A subscription to Let’s all Talk Mental Health also includes on-demand access to a huge library of in-depth sessions
 
Choose from monthly, 6 or 12 monthly subscriptions £5 per month. Or if your teen attends one of our Membership Schools, you can join with your FREE school access pass.

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Some teens push the limits and it’s a normal and necessary part of growing up. But many parents today struggle with where to draw the line, how to hold it, and whether being firm means risking the relationship. In this session, we will talk about setting calm, consistent boundaries that support your teen’s growing need for independence while helping them build self-control and emotional regulation. We will also talk about how these boundaries must evolve over time with age, responsibility and maturity.


Negotiating Teen Boundaries: Parenting Without Power Struggles

Whether your teen has a diagnosis, is waiting for one, or you suspect your teen has some of the characteristics, this session offers insight into what might show up in the teenage years.

We’ll discuss how understanding these characteristics can help parents better support their teen’s strengths, struggles, and emotional world. We’ll also look ahead: how can parents help their teen feel more grounded, hopeful and ready for transitions like school moves, college, or work?


Autism in the Teen Years: What to Expect and How to Help

Bullying isn’t always easy to spot—especially in the teenage years. It can be disguised as “banter,” silent exclusion, or subtle social manipulation. For many teens, this can lead to deep emotional distress, self-blame, and withdrawal, whether it happens in person or online.

In this session, we’ll explore the hidden forms of bullying and how they affect teens’ confidence, friendships, and mental health. We’ll also look at what parents can do to help—whether their child is opening up or keeping things to themselves.

**Discussion Points:**

– The different forms of bullying in adolescence—beyond the obvious

– How “banter” and exclusion can become emotional bullying

– The impact of bullying on teen self-esteem and mental health

– Why self-blame is so common, and how to address it gently

– Supporting your teen in setting boundaries and rebuilding confidence

– When and how to involve the school—while keeping your teen on side

– Tools to help parents stay calm and constructive through difficult conversations

**Takeaways for Parents:**

✅ Confidence in recognising when ‘banter’ crosses the line

✅ Language to talk about bullying without creating defensiveness

✅ Practical steps for supporting your teen emotionally and socially

✅ Guidance on working with schools effectively and empathetically

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How can you help a child that panics

Speaker

Monika Parkinson

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Replays

Negotiating Teen Boundaries: Parenting Without Power Struggles

Autism in the Teen Years: What to Expect and How to Help