Therese Connolly
Single Parenting Reset Show: For Solo Parents of Tweens and Teens — Manage Behavior Problems, Reduce Screen Time & Improve Communication
Welcome to Single Parenting Reset Show — The go-to podcast for single parents (single moms and single dads) of tweens and teens to reduce screen time, improve communication, and build stronger family connections. Hosted by Tess Connolly, LCSW, a parent and family coach who understands the unique challenges of solo parenting. Each episode offers practical behavioral strategies, confidence-building tools, and real-life support for single parents. You'll get help managing screen time, improving co-parenting dynamics, and building lasting connections with your teens and tweens — one episode at a t...
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Therese Connolly
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
53. Why Ignoring Parenting Role Differences in the Tween and Teens Years Can Hurt Your Marriage 29.03.2022 34:28
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Is parenting your tween or teen adding unexpected stress to your marriage or partnership? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with relationship coach and ps...
52. How Dads Can Connect With Teens in the Age of Screen Time and Social Media 24.03.2022 37:44
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. What’s it really like for dads raising tweens and teens in today’s world? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with fathers Smith and Jason about the unique...
51. How to Talk to Your Tween or Teen About Grief in an Honest and Helpful Way 22.03.2022 36:31
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Do you know how to support your tween or teen through grief — whether it’s the loss of a loved one or a major life change? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, tal...
50. Why Connection and Community Matter More Than Ever for Parents of Tweens and Teens 15.03.2022 18:19
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Ever wonder what it takes to create 50 episodes of a parenting podcast — and what you learn along the way? In this milestone episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, celebrate...
49. 5 Key Conversations to Have With Your Tween About Sex, Porn and Relationships 10.03.2022 43:35
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Do you know how — and when — to start talking to your tween about sex? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with Amy Lang, MA, sexual health educator and aut...
48. Why Focusing Only on Grades Can Limit Your Teen’s Potential 10.03.2022 34:09
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Is your tween or young teen ready — not just for high school, but for what comes after? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with Dr. Jen Price, an educator...
47. How to Guide Your Tween or Teen Through Their First Sleepovers and Dances 08.03.2022 20:27
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Are you ready for the first big social milestones of your child’s early teen years? In this solo episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares practical strategies for navig...
46. What 3 Older Teen Boys Want Parents to Know About Parenting Teens Today 03.03.2022 36:24
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Want to know what’s really on the minds of older teen boys as they prepare to step into adulthood? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, sits down with three older...
45. Why Parenting Tweens and Teens Feels Different in Your 40s and 50s 01.03.2022 16:51
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. What’s it really like to parent tweens and teens while navigating your own midlife changes? In this solo episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, reflects on her personal expe...
44. How to Find Scholarships and Affordable Paths to a College Degree for Parents of Teens 24.02.2022 43:47
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Think graduating college debt-free is impossible in today’s world? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with Jason Brown, who earned two degrees without taki...
43. Why Taking Responsibility Is the First Step to Rebuilding Trust with your Tween or Teen 22.02.2022 22:44
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Has conflict with your tween or teen left your relationship feeling strained or disconnected? In this solo episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares five clear, actionab...
42. 3 Ways to Reduce Marital Stress During the Tween and Teen Years 17.02.2022 38:01
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Is parenting stress starting to spill over into your marriage or partnership? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with therapist and author Susan Gadoua, LC...
41. How Everyday Moments Can Create the Best Parent-Teen Connections 15.02.2022 20:02
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Are you missing the simplest — and most powerful — ways to connect with your tween or teen? In this solo episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares three often-overlooked...
40. How Skills You Missed as a Child Could Affect Your Parenting of Tweens and Teens Today 10.02.2022 34:24
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Could your tween or teen be missing skills they were meant to learn before second grade — and could you be missing them too? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, t...
39. 3 Communication Shifts That Improve Your Relationship With Your Teen 08.02.2022 29:16
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Want to know what really works when it comes to communicating with your teen — straight from a teen herself? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with teenag...
38. How to Tell the Difference Between Normal Teen Behavior and Substance Use 04.02.2022 38:30
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Would you recognize the early signs of substance use in your tween or teen? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with substance use specialist Richard Caprio...
37. How Overcomplicating Coping Strategies Can Keep You From Feeling Better as a Parent to a Tween or Teen 01.02.2022 26:49
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Feeling weighed down by the ongoing stress and uncertainty of family life during the pandemic? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares how “getting back to bas...
36. Why Giving Advice Too Soon Can Shut Down Communication With Your Teen 27.01.2022 30:04
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Want a parenting approach that builds trust, belonging, and lifelong lessons — step by step? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with parenting experts Sonj...
35. Why “I Just Want My Kids to Be Happy” Isn’t Enough 25.01.2022 20:55
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Is “I just want my kids to be happy” really enough for raising resilient, well-rounded young adults? Interest In this solo episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, reflects on...
34. 6 Steps to Managing Sibling Rivalry in the Tween and Teen Years 20.01.2022 26:34
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. What if sibling rivalry isn’t just a nuisance — but a chance to teach lifelong skills? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with parenting coach Lalaine Fran...
33. How to Break the Cycle of Focusing Only on Problem Behaviors 18.01.2022 19:21
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Are you accidentally training yourself — and your child — to focus on the negative? In this solo episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, explores the concept of “catch them b...
32. Why Your Gut Health Matters for Tween and Teen Mental Wellness 13.01.2022 36:37
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Could your gut health be the missing piece to your family’s physical and emotional wellness? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with Hay House author Cara...
31. How Parent Coaching Differs From Psychotherapy — and Which Is Right for You 11.01.2022 29:41
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Ever wondered what a parent coach actually does — and whether it could help your family? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, CCC, explains exactly what parent coa...
30. 7 Signs Your Tween or Teen’s Anxiety May Need More Attention 05.01.2022 34:07
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Do you know the difference between everyday worries and anxiety that needs more support? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with clinical psychologist Dr....
29. Why Perfect Parenting Is a Myth That Can Harm Your Family 31.12.2021 15:07
This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior. Ever lie awake wondering, Am I messing up my kids? In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, unpacks the powerful concept of “Good Enough Parenting,” first introduced b...
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