Episode 70-What to do when your child is self-injuring with Dr. Mark Mayfield

*Trigger Warning* This episode contains adult themes, specifically centered around self-harm. Listener discretion is advised.No parent wants to find out that their child is self-harming. Such a revelation can leave you devastated, confused, and desperately wanting to find solutions - but where do you begin? In today’s episode of Embracing Your Season, Paige shares an interview from her recent trip to AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors) in Dallas, TX with Dr. Mark Mayfield. Dr. Mayfield is a former pastor, award-winning author, speaker, certified master Christian coach, mental health counselor, and Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. This necessary discussion on self-injuring behaviors is full of insight on approaching your child in this instance, how to initiate a conversation and your next steps. While this may seem counterintuitive, Paige and Dr. Mayfield explain how a child’s self-injuring behavior means they want to know they’re alive - which means there is always hope.Paige’s TakeawaysRemind your kids they have been made on purpose, for a purpose.Talk through the behavioral attitudes of your kids. Be curious about why your kid asks out - ask questions and listen.Spend 1-2 minutes looking into your child’s eyes. There is power when we put aside distractions and intentionally connect with our kids.Paige ClingenpeelQuestions About the Podcast? Email: [email protected]: @Paige ClingenpeelInstagram: @paigeclingenpeelYouTube: Embracing Your Season Sponsored by HomeWordHomeWordConnecting with Dr. Mark MayfieldDr. MayfieldHope & Healing for Loneliness WorkbookDr. Mayfield BooksHelp! My Teen is Self-Injuring EbookKeywords/Hashtags#embracingyourseason #mentalhealth #podcast #podcastcommunity #paigeclingenpeel #homeword #therapy #counseling #aacc #parenting #selfharm #selfinjury #curiosity #listen #support #resources #coreneeds #intention #askquestions #pfcaudiovideo Send a text