I’d love to talk to with you and hear about what is going on with you and your tween/ teen. I’m available through phone and email, so drop me a line and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

Lori Gradinger, MSW
lori@courageouscommunication.net
(206) 679-1365

“Lori Gradinger’s insight, compassion and uncanny ability to see the heart of the matter has saved me and my family countless times. Each time I share with Lori, I come away with a new skill set that helps me and my husband navigate the treacherous and choppy waters of parenting three teenagers. Lori has helped us express our fears and draw our boundaries with confidence and love. I wish for every parent a “Lori”. The world would be a better place.”
Mary
Mother of 3 in California

“Being a parent of teenagers can be quite a challenge, at times. In my conversations with Lori about issues with my teens, she has helped me get to the heart of the matter very quickly. Her no nonsense approach to behaviors and consequences and clear communication about what is going on is invaluable. It has allowed me as a parent, to clearly communicate with my teens about expectations and responsibilities on both sides. With her supportive and compassionate manner, I have learned how to have loving, heartfelt conversations with my teens about some really tough issues. Lori has an uncanny ability to support the parent and child simultaneously….she is the best friend a parent can have!”
Wendi
Mother of 2 in Seattle

“When my son was in the thick of his most challenging times — skipping school freshman year, smoking pot, staying out too late — the best encouragement, the best advice and the most comforting words all came straight from Lori Gradinger. She was the one person who really helped me keep some perspective and also gave me some excellent concrete suggestions and ideas.”
Barbara
Mother of 2 in Michigan

“Lori Gradinger is one of the wisest people I know. It’s a bonus that she’s also compassionate, smart, a great problem solver, generous, has a sense of humor and is the best listener I’ve ever talked with.
When Lori told me she was re-directing her profession to working with parents of teenagers, I immediately felt like she would be perfect for this type of coaching. I’ve seen the way she interacts with kids, both her own and others – it’s fair and honest and nice to be around.
If truth be told, there is actually another bonus I left off the list – she’s my older sister and I love her dearly.”

Leo Gradinger
Del Mar, CA