Laughing Through the Launch: Parenting Young Adults with Kristen Gatlin Part 1

Still Your Kid—Now Your Friend: Navigating the Shift from Parenting to Partnership. Learning to Laugh through the Launch! What happens when your child grows up—but your relationship doesn’t? In this heartwarming and insightful episode, Kristen Gatlin, one of Crawford Clinics' beloved therapists joins Dr. Shannan Crawford to unpack the emotional shift that occurs when parenting moves from authority to camaraderie. Together, they explore how to foster deep connection, mutual respect, and yes—humor—as your child steps into adulthood. Whether your son or daughter is in college, newly independent, or still navigating young adulthood, this conversation will equip you with tools to release control without losing closeness, invite authenticity without overstepping, and laugh your way through the awkward transitions. Discover how to stay emotionally available, spiritually anchored, and relationally wise as you grow alongside your grown kids. For help navigating your child's season of launching, text "Kristen" for a free parenting consult to 817-601-5540.  And if you're experiencing "Empty Nest" Kristen would love to help you explore your next chapter in the great adventure of YOUR life!  CrawfordClinics.com