Coaching Support for Parents of Young Men
When your son is struggling, it’s tough. You’re left wondering: Do I let him figure this out on his own? Or do I step in? And if I step in, how do I help without accidentally making things worse?
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Every parent faces this balancing act. And here’s the thing—when your son is going through a hard time, it’s not just his challenge. It’s also an opportunity for the whole family to grow. For you as parents, that often means adjusting the “context” around him—shaping the environment so it nudges him toward maturity, motivation, and forward momentum.
Sometimes that looks like sitting down with him and saying, “Okay, let’s rethink how we’re doing things. What kind of structure or expectations would actually help you move forward?” When you make changes with him instead of to him, he’s far more likely to engage.
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It also means reinforcing the skills he’s learning in his mentoring sessions. Things like practicing how to stay present instead of spiraling into worries about the past or future. Or noticing how his mind and body work together, so he can take steps that actually line up with his values and goals.
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Of course, change is never smooth. It’s new, unpredictable, and often uncomfortable—for him and for you. Shifting the way things work at home can bring up some big feelings, even friction in your relationship. That’s why it helps when you feel resourced and clear in your own intentions. And the truth is, the same skills your son is learning—staying grounded, moving with purpose—are just as useful for you. I’ll be guiding both you and him in putting these into practice.
Shifting the way things work at home can bring up some big feelings, even friction in your relationship. That’s why it helps when you feel resourced and clear in your own intentions. And the truth is, the same skills your son is learning—staying grounded, moving with purpose—are just as useful for you. I’ll be guiding both you and him in putting these into practice.
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That’s where parent coaching comes in. Sometimes it runs alongside mentoring (and that’s especially helpful if your son is still living at home or financially dependent). But even if he’s not ready or willing to participate, parent coaching on its own can still create real change. Parents often underestimate just how much influence they have. With the right support, you can bring clarity, confidence, and consistency to your role—and that opens the door for your son to step forward in his own growth.
If you would like more information about mentoring services for young men, or parent coaching, please reach out by phone (303-704-0640), email (patrick@BalanceMindCoaching.com).