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Psychotherapist Michelle Visser offers parents practical tips, and Friends of Brookline Public Health announces in‑person and virtual sessions
Summary
In a Friends of Brookline Public Health podcast, Michelle Visser urged parents to pause, clarify and follow up when children ask unexpected or difficult questions, and hosts announced free in‑person and virtual 'Parenting in Real Time' sessions for Brookline caregivers.
Dr. Christina Salket, co‑president of the Friends of Brookline Public Health, and co‑president Pat Marr welcomed Michelle Visser to the organization’s podcast to discuss a new series called “Parenting in Real Time.” Visser, introduced as a licensed psychotherapist and certified early intervention specialist who serves on the Friends’ board, offered concrete communication strategies for parents facing unplanned or sensitive questions from children.
“Wow. That’s a great question. I want to take some time to think about it and give you the the best answer that I have, but it might take me a few minutes,” Visser said, recommending that parents model that it’s acceptable not to answer immediately and commit to returning with a considered response.
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