Gentle Parenting Reimagined How to Make It Work with Oppositional and Defiant Kids

Part I: Foundational Skills                                                                                                  

1 Parenting Styles for a Happy, Healthy, and More loving Family                                       

2 How to Become a No Yelling Family                                                                                  

Part II: Improving Communication                                                                                     

3 The Expectation of Having Expectations                                                                           

4 The Art of and Science Disengaging                                                                                              

5 Better Communication with a Lot Less Conflict                                                                 

Part III: Tools for Lasting Behavior Change                                                                     

6 Ways to Use Positive Reinforcement that Work                                                                            

7 Pause, Earn, and Return: A Better Alternative than Punishment                                                  

8 A Framework for Much Better Behavior                                                                                         

9 The Mental Health Benefits of Reducing Screen Time and Using It to Incentivize Better Behavior                                                                                               

Part IV: Common Challenges and How to Solve Them                                                              

10 Managing Disrespect and Oppositional Behavior                                                                        

11 Starting the Day in the Right Way: How to Have More Peaceful Mornings                    

12 No More Arguments and Bickering Between Siblings                                                     

13 Staying Caught Up on Homework without a Fight                                                           

14 Getting Things Done: Chores and Helping Out Around the House                                   

15 Bigger Kid Stuff: Overcoming Reluctance to Getting a Driver’s License and a Part-Time Job

16 On Orchids and Dandelions

Biography

Paul Sunseri, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist and father of four who treats children and adolescents with serious mental health conditions. He is the developer of Intensive Family-Focused Therapy (myIFFT.org), a highly effective form of family-based mental health care.

“Dr. Paul Sunseri’s Gentle Parenting Reimagined is not just an immensely practical guide, it is also true in recognizing the value of ‘relationship first’ amidst the challenges facing parents today. Through decades of professional experience, he has a deep understanding of the most challenging behaviors that led him to develop the strategies that have shown to yield results.  Finally, a book that understands the parenting experience at the core, reignites hope for change, and promotes deeper connection with our kids and teens”.

Mallory Eastman, LMFT

“Our family was in a very dark place with our 14-year-old daughter. We tried so many avenues for help, but nothing worked to bring our family together and into the light. The techniques outlined in Dr. Sunseri’s book brought sunshine, hopefulness, control, and, most importantly, laughter back into our lives. It's difficult and may even get more challenging for a while, but if you do the work and stay open and consistent with these strategies, positive changes will begin with your child and your relationship with them. I got my beautiful, funny, intelligent, strong, loving daughter back.”

Christi S., Parent

“Our 12-year-old son was out of control and exhibited pretty much every behavior described in this book. We were at a total loss as to how to help him and life at home was incredibly overwhelming and stressful. Dr. Sunseri taught us each of the interventions outlined in this book, and by finding the right balance between love and accountability, we began to see almost immediate results that were life-changing for us.  It was hard work for me to change my approach to our son but that was the key all along. Dr. Sunseri is a master at behavior change and because of these techniques we now can envision a bright future for our son and our family.” Debbie K., Parent