How I Communicate with Confidence in Conflicts
I don’t always communicate with confidence. If I’m tired, annoyed or anxious about something I may slip into some old, and frankly unproductive ways of expressing myself. I have trained myself to become more skillful and assertive, meaning I try to think about all sides of the situation before I say a word or pause before I [...]
How Can I Feel More Confident When Dating?
People ask me all the time how to feel confident when dating. It’s hard and can be trying on your self-esteem. The whole dating process can be an awesome way to get know yourself better or it can be a confidence killer. The process of putting yourself out there, being a bit vulnerable and hoping to [...]
Millennials With a Mission: 5 Women Who Are Changing the World
Millennials sometimes get a bad rep. They’re often referred to as the selfish and lazy generation. But studies show it’s the most open-minded, inspired and creative generation to date. Millennials want to work together, want to change the world and lead by example. These five amazing women are shaping and changing the world all before turning thirty. [...]
Depression in Teen Girls: What You Need to Know
Is your daughter depressed? According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in 2011, 1.4 million girls ages 12-17 in the United States experienced an episode of depression. This number has increased in recent months. Fewer than half of adolescents with a mental health problem receive treatment. Parents often confuse depression in girls [...]
The ULTIMATE Guide to Dating Confidence
Emily Roberts Recently Featured on TAO of Indifference Oh you lucky listeners! I went out and got you a special treat for this episode. My guest on this episode is Emily Roberts, LPC. Emily Roberts is a Psychotherapist, Parenting Consultant, Educational Speaker and Published Author. We had a long conversation about dating and confidence and [...]
Social Media Addiction
http://theguidancegirl.com/video/social-media-addiction.mov Emily Roberts was recently featured on KXAN News Austin It is a part of most people’s morning routine. Wake up. Check your phone. When does our constant need to be connected to social media become too much? Local psychotherapist and author, Emily Roberts discusses how social media addiction impacts self-esteem and can increase [...]
What You’re Getting Wrong About Ghosting
Emily Roberts Recently Featured on Swagger NYC Despite the acknowledgment that it's nearly impossible these days to evaporate into thin air, young people seem to be doing it in droves. The NYTimes suggests that some 20% of young people have peaced out on someone with whom they were once intimate with. Some because [...]
Relationships & Technology with Dr. Michelle Skeen
Emily Roberts Recently Featured on Blog Talk Radio Relationships with Dr. Michelle Skeen What your communication style says about you. How you express yourself when you communicate in person and via technology. What mistakes you may be making that are tarnishing your reputation and straining your relationships with others. We will also discuss how to [...]
Confidence in the Classroom – KEYE TV
http://theguidancegirl.com/video/confidence-in-classroom.mov Emily Roberts Recently Featured on KEYE TV News Austin Starting a new school year can be intimidating for some teens and tweens. From cliques to communicating with teachers, students need help feeling confident in and outside the classroom. Author and psychotherapist, Emily Roberts joins the KEYE TV News Team with some timely tips to [...]
Communication Tools with Dr. Michelle Skeen
Emily Roberts Recently Featured on Relationships with Michelle Skeen on Blog Talk Radio Many teen girls feel pressured to be nice, rather than assert their opinions. They may fear being called bossy or pushy when speaking their mind or offering a different point of view. If you have ever stopped yourself from expressing your opinion, [...]