Frustrated with what to do when traditional parenting methods and typical parenting advice just don't seem to be working? Maybe your child or teen is struggling with anxiety, selfesteem issues, social anxiety, and selfdoubt. Here's insight into neurodiversity to help support the family bond. Allison Lee Burgess is a Licensed Psychotherapist, Professional Speaker, and Parent Coach.

For nearly a decade she has specialized in working with highly sensitive, anxious, and spirited teens and their parents to help families stay emotionally connected through even the most intense times.

Allison has helped hundreds of teens and their families, she has counseled members of the U.S. Figure Skating Team, and has done speaking engagements, presentations, and webinars to private, public, and charter schools.

Allison is a single working mom and proud parent of three fabulous teenagers. She has a private practice in Pacific Palisades, California and also coaches clients virtually across the country. Learn more at www.AllisonLeeBurgess.com This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx