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Fair Play in Girls’ Sports : Too Much Unnecessary Roughness

We need to have ZERO tolerance for rough play or unfair play in sports. Fair play is a rising challenge in the face of today’s pressures to win and be…

Educating Teachers and Parents on Bullying

Identifying bullying is a necessity. I discuss the importance of educating teachers and parents on how to spot bullying and to understand and empower a child in need. In this…

Why Some Girls Act Mean

Girls bully other girls as a way to control others, to feel empowered, or because they feel insecure. Some are desperate to be part of the popular group. I help…

The Many Faces of Bullying

If left unchanged, bullying can negatively impact all aspects of a child’s life. I discuss different types of bullying and the importance of girls being able to make choices. In…

Cyber Bullying

CyberBullying can be a 24/7 situation thanks to the digital age that we live in. I discuss how to help your daughter handle herself on the internet and deal with…

Is Your Daughter Being Bullied?

In this video I’ll discuss each of these points: 1. Staying connected to your daughter. 2. Identifying warning signs. 3. The three typical responses a girl may have to being…

Bullying Facts and Myths – Girls Stand Strong

Bullying is something that has impacted us all in some way. In this video I talk about bullying and some facts, and myths, that everyone should know. I’ll also talk…

Three Obstacles Women Face: Low Self Esteem, Self Doubt, Not Feeling “Good Enough”

Low self esteem, self doubt and not feeling “good enough” are common obstacles to happiness and success for many girls and women. I see three core issues that plague girls…

Building Self Esteem for Health and Happiness

Originally published in Warrenton Lifestyle Magazine, August 2013 When I was a young girl, there were several running jokes in my extended family — all of which made me seem…

Is Your Teen Emotionally Prepared for College?

by Michelle Kelley, LCSW Girls Stand Strong, Warrenton, Virginia So your child is heading to college this fall. Congratulations! For parents and high school seniors alike, this is an emotionally…