The start of school is such an important time for connection. My recent interview with @KXAN Studio 512 is all about navigating the back-to-school season with our teens!

It was the best of times...it was the worst of times! Yes, of course, we're talking about high school! I joined KATU Afternoon Live with advice on helping your teens with their transition to high school.

 I spoke with KXAN's Studio 512 about the current landscape for kids and how parents and guardians can help connect with them. Watch this short video!

"Mean Girls" may be a funny movie, but dealing with real-life mean girls can be torture for kids. I joined KATU Afternoon Live with tips on how to help your child navigate these situations.

The teen years can be very challenging for both teens and parents! Teen and Parent Coach Barb Steinberg joined KATU Afternoon Live with tips on how to navigate the murky waters

Your daughter loses her earbuds- should you buy her new ones? Should you step in to deal with a teacher conflict? Parent and Teen Coach Barb Steinberg joined KATU Afternoon Live to talk about when to "rescue" your teen and let her suffer the consequences of her actions.

I joined KATU Afternoon Live with simple ways that you can help turn your teen's attitude around during the holiday season. Watch this video to help make your holiday easier with your teen.

Most families have issues that need to be discussed, but having a family meeting doesn't always go as planned. I joined KATU Afternoon Live with tips on how to make your next family meeting a success.

From cliques to frenemies, girls' friendships can be complicated and emotional. I join KATU Afternoon Live with tips on how to help your daughter navigate the sometimes difficult road of girls and relationships.

What should your answer be when your teen asks you about your own past behavior as a teenager? I join KATU Afternoon Live to discuss this topic.