We hear from parents who have issues with their children all the time at Fire Mountain. These issues range from drug addiction to...

It seems now more than ever that people are using prescription drugs for reasons other than why their doctor prescribed them. This is...

While all parents have to worry about their children going down the wrong path and getting involved in the use of drugs and alcohol, only...

We talk to parents all the time who are worried about the wellbeing of their teenager. This fear stems from being unsure about how their...

Anxiety is something that many people deal with on a daily basis. Even as an adult, having to go through your routine each day while...

We were all teenagers once, and therefore we know that there will inevitably come a time when your teenager is introduced to alcohol. For...

Our main concern at Fire Mountain Programs is helping teenagers to become responsible, healthy and self-sustaining human beings. It is...

Aaron will be speaking at Navigating the World Of Addiction, so please join us if you can. This is an excellent event for parents who...

Boundaries, once set, are important to keep. Set boundaries according to what you are willing to live with and what you can accept....

Some kids have deep emotional wounds we cannot heal. We can, however, validate their experience. We need to let them know that we see...

When we have strong emotional reactions, it is because our core beliefs have been violated. Blaming others is not the answer. We need to...

Look at it from their perspective. Imagine how they feel and let them talk. Try your best to listen and understand.

White, red and black are colors that are often found in fairy tales. They represent the world, self, and death (wisdom), as well as ways...

The words you use are important when it comes time for the consequences discussion. You want to relate what you are willing to do and not...

If your boundaries are not firm, they are suggestions. As adults, when we set boundaries, we are supposed to mean it. If not we should...

People tend to have either a single focus or a diffuse awareness when they do things and engage with their surroundings. Understanding...

Parents have to give their teens choices to avoid a power struggle. It is important that parents are good with the choices offered...

It is important to assess the way you feel in any given situation. Ask yourself how you feel when engaging with your teen. Actions do not...

What does your self care look like? Where does your power come from? Kids model their behavior after us. When you take care of yourself,...

How do we stop them? How do we get them to understand? How do we change them? The trigger is yours. You built that button. Trying to stop...