Two homes, one teenager: navigating December loyalties online
For teenagers in separated or blended families, early December can feel like a negotiation table rather than a festive season. They may be asked to choose where to spend key days, while trying not to hurt any parent. In online therapy we offer a neutral space where they can say what they actually want without managing adults’ emotions. We talk about guilt, divided loyalties and the pressure to appear grateful everywhere they go. Together we explore options for making the holidays more bearable and meaningful on their terms. We also discuss how to respond when adults make comments that put them in the middle of old conflicts. Parents receive input on how to coordinate plans in ways that protect their child from taking sides. If December conversations leave your teen quiet, tense or overly accommodating, an online session can help them feel less alone with these impossible choices.
