How to Get Your Teen to Listen: A Guidebook to Effective Communication and Parenting - Softcover

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Richard V. Zapf, M.S. (Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio, Texas) has specialized with the teenage population in a private practice in Boerne, Texas. Rick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas and Teen Communication ConsultantSM. Rick is also a Board Certified Professional Counselor and a Certified Relationship Specialist by the APA (American Psychotherapy Association). Rick's extensive work in family systems has given him a unique perspective and ability to help those in need whether adult, child, family or individual. Over the past decade, Rick has counseled families in Texas, while also consulting with families nationwide. Rick's diverse employment background has also included a Co-Director of Children's Ministries at his local church in Boerne, working with people with special needs, teaching, lecturing, and so much more. Rick has developed a therapy style that teenagers respond to, parents can successfully implement and counselors can effectively practice. Rick looks forward to the expansion of the Teen Communication ConsultantSM program for counselors and professionals who want to effectively work with teens. Rick has now begun his own publications company to produce quality materials and programs for parents, educators, counselors and teenagers. Z1 Publications allows Rick to reach the populations he wants and convey the messages he believes in. Rick genuinely wants to help make positive change occur so that parents can effectively communicate and make a difference in your teen's life. It is Rick's hope that after reading this book you will have the tools needed to have successful and meaningful communication with your teenager. Rick encourages you to watch for new resources and websites coming soon via Z1 Publications. Above all, Rick cherishes his time with his family and believes that positive change happens because of strong family values, mutual respect and unconditional love.