Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, A New Day Pediatric Psychology

Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, A New Day Pediatric Psychology Therapy + coaching for kids, teens, adults, & parents. We help families reduce stress, build connection & create lasting change.

As child and pediatric psychologists and specialists, the providers at A New Day Pediatric Psychology have a passion for helping children, adolescents, adults, and their families adjust, adapt and/or accept their current circumstances. We evaluate and treat a variety of behavioral health diagnoses. We have combined experiences working in K-12 schools, college/university settings, child care centers, primary clinic clinics, and large medical hospitals. If you are interested in taking a journey in living a better, more joyful and fulfilling life, contact us at 210-816-4149 (call or text).

11/17/2025

I know you’re doing your best as a parent.
Your teen is doing their best too.

Do you know that? 🫤
Do they know you know that?
Do you tell them?

Let’s stop parenting out of fear.
Let’s stop parenting hoping they’ll be happy and successful in the future so we have to parent the heck out of them now.
It’s too much.

Just love them.
Be present.
Make sure your teen truly knows you like them.

The other teachable moments will come.
Like your teen today.
Love the teen you have.

Grab a copy of my book today for yourself and for a friend.

Look at the Comments ⬇️
Available in hardcover and audiobook (narrated by me).

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As parents, we do so much.Trying to keep it together.Keeping up with our hobbies, responsibilities...Pretending like we'...
11/17/2025

As parents, we do so much.

Trying to keep it together.
Keeping up with our hobbies, responsibilities...

Pretending like we're okay.
Putting our best face forward.
Hiding our pain...inside and out.

So busy. So very busy.

It's like our day never ends.
We don't clock out.

It's hard because it is.
It's exhausting because it is.

Find small moments of calm and rest today.

What will you do for YOU today?

Need more support, guidance, insights into your parenting and your child's behaviors?

Then... join my online parent community.

It's like having a parent coach in your pocket.

You'll find how to get access to all 10+ of my courses, bonus and exclusive courses, community chats, and monthly group parent coaching sessions.

Our next group parent coaching session is on Tue, Nov 18 at 6 pm CST

See Comments to sign up ⤵️

11/14/2025

Is Winning The Fight Worth It?

Parent Wish ListI want a kid who:• Does what I say the first time• Never talks back• Keeps their room clean• Doesn't giv...
11/14/2025

Parent Wish List

I want a kid who:

• Does what I say the first time
• Never talks back
• Keeps their room clean
• Doesn't give me sass
• Who is always a joy
• In a good mood every morning

That's a perfect kid.
Doesn't exist.
You're not a perfect parent either.

Let's offer our kids grace.
Let's give ourselves some compassion.

We're all flawed and imperfect humans.

What would you put on your realistic parent wish list instead? Tell us below 👇🏾

11/13/2025

My author Q&A and book signing event at Barnes and Noble in San Antonio, TX on Nov 1 was amazing!

I had nightmares the night before that no one showed up and the store forgot about the event. I'm grateful for a supportive community. I'm thankful for my persistence. I'm grateful I showed up even when it was scary.

My book, Love the Teen You Have, is available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble. You can get a hardcover or an audiobook.

PARENTING & THE ART OF SELF-REGULATION:Swipe to see a pic of my kids at ages 1 and 3...that's 12 years ago.This was the ...
11/13/2025

PARENTING & THE ART OF SELF-REGULATION:

Swipe to see a pic of my kids at ages 1 and 3...that's 12 years ago.

This was the beautiful sight I witnessed.

My daughter had exploded in her brain growth and was trying to dictate her own sleep schedule. It was pure misery.

My son had typical child development demands that triggered my own parent dysregulation.

We always encouraged interactive play. This particular day they played and played and then...silence.

This is what I witnessed when I peeked in.

Even 12 years later, they can play with each other for hours while drawing, playing board games, talking, singing, making up a game...you name it.

As parents, we play and hang out with them too.

The bottom line is that they have learned to regulate their mood, emotions, and time while playing.

Developing executive function skills occurs over many years.

The executive function skill of self regulation can be learned, but they need to be provided opportunities to do so.

To start on your journey to stop being the frontal lobe for the entire family and start teaching skills, like self-regulation (which happens after co-regulation), sign up for today's live and interactive workshop sponsored by The Jordan Thomas Foundation.

JTF supports children affected by limb loss, providing prostheses.

Thursday, November 13 at 6 pm CST

See Comments for how to sign up tonight ⤵️

11/12/2025

My kids always love what I make to eat! Not!

Sometimes I feel like the help. Like, who do you think I am?

Although reacting and going off on your kiddos might seem like the best approach, it’s not.

Instead, practice the re-do after a brief and direct correction.

💕Tell them what you will and won’t do
💕Say what you expect from them
💕Consider asking for any feedback they might have
💕 Then do it again

This time with a different response…on both sides.

Is this a lot of work! Absolutely!

Remember, you’re building skills and developing habits. It always takes time.

Hang in there, because what choice do you have? 😬😉

Need more help? Grab a copy of my book, Love The Teen You Have ⬇️

"You're too shy and so quiet. Speak up.""Wow. You're so loud. Be quiet."It makes me wonder.What is the appropriate amout...
11/12/2025

"You're too shy and so quiet. Speak up."
"Wow. You're so loud. Be quiet."

It makes me wonder.

What is the appropriate amout of talking and quietness?

How will a child know when they have reached a state of perfection so they are no longer corrected, insulted, embarrassed, or told to change how they show up in this world?

We say we're not expecting perfection, so then what are we asking for exactly?

This kid is too loud. This one is too quiet.

What kind of kid are you wanting? Are you actually confused? I think they are too.

Let's do better. Let's break cycles. Let's change unhealthy patterns.

Let's raise and teach kids who don't lose their essence on the journey to adulthood.

Sign up for my pre-recorded and high demand video course: Breaking Generational Cycles, Stopping Unhealthy Patterns ⤵️

The world often pits tweens + teens against their trusted adults. But research shows that young people actually thrive i...
11/11/2025

The world often pits tweens + teens against their trusted adults.

But research shows that young people actually thrive in connection with those very adults.

So how can everyone get on the same side?

What's the path to stop fighting unimportant battles, and instead work together to manage fears and worries?

Join me (Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart) and the team at This Is So Awkward (Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett) as we make sense of these complex topics ⤵️

Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to honor every person who has stepped forward to serve.Your courage, sacrifice, and com...
11/11/2025

Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to honor every person who has stepped forward to serve.

Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment have shaped our communities and protected our freedoms. 🌏❤️

Veterans Day (Nov): Honors and celebrates all who have served in the U.S. military.

Memorial Day (May): Remembers those who gave their lives while serving.

Armed Forces Day (May): Recognizes those who are currently serving.

To all veterans and their families:
Thank you.
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“Stop hitting your sister” 💥 “Go to your room” 💥 “Stop yelling, I can’t take it anymore!”We’ve all been there. Believe m...
11/10/2025

“Stop hitting your sister” 💥
“Go to your room” 💥
“Stop yelling, I can’t take it anymore!”

We’ve all been there.
Believe me, I have too!

But let’s talk about a skill that will help with coping and conflict resolution skills: emotional regulation.

It is so important to help our kids and teens (and ourselves) learn to deal with conflict.

It doesn’t happen overnight.

These scripts will help you develop this skill in your child, but as with everything we teach, it is learned over time.

We need to use these scripts with our kids/teens and model it for them in order for them to learn and use it themselves.

Do me a favor and tag a friend who would benefit from these scripts.

If you feel like you need help mastering this skill, I would love to help!

The holidays and lots of family time are fast approaching!

☀️ My course is available on demand:

Sibling Conflict: How to Stop the Bickering and Encourage the Connection

➡️ See comments for info.

We specifically go over this skill!

☀️ My practice A New Day Pediatric Psychology, PLLC offers virtual parent coaching to walk you through skills like these.

Reach out via email at info@anewdaysa.com or call/text us at 210-816-4149.


If you have purchased my book and have read or listened to it, kindly submit a review on Amazon. It helps a lot! Thanks ...
11/09/2025

If you have purchased my book and have read or listened to it, kindly submit a review on Amazon.

It helps a lot!

Thanks so much for your support.

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