The Bari Group, LLC

The Bari Group, LLC The Bari Group provides individual and family therapy, education consulting, and workshops.

02/12/2026

You’re not imagining it, if you and your teen are doing the same dance over and over, it’s exhausting. The Year of the Horse starts February 17th, and here’s why I’m bringing this into every therapy session:

It’s about shedding what doesn’t serve you anymore and moving toward alignment, freedom, and clarity. Sound familiar? That’s literally what therapy is for.

Here’s what to do in the next 5 days:

1. Name the pattern you’re ready to drop, maybe it’s the same argument about screen time, or the shutdown when you ask how their day was
2. Decide on ONE small shift in your response, what would it look like to try something different this time?
3. Give yourself permission to move forward, you don’t need to have it all figured out, just be willing to try

The universe is giving us a collective moment to shed and move forward. You don’t have to do this alone.

Link in bio if you’re ready for support 💙

Boundaries aren’t about changing people.They’re about changing your response when your needs aren’t respected.If someone...
02/12/2026

Boundaries aren’t about changing people.
They’re about changing your response when your needs aren’t respected.

If someone crosses it, the boundary isn’t what you say
it’s what you do.

✨ Protect your peace without explaining yourself.

Need support setting boundaries? We are here for you!

01/21/2026

When your teen is struggling and therapy feels like a battle, it’s exhausting. You see they need support, but they’re pushing back hard.

Here’s what I want you to know: resistance isn’t rejection of help. It’s often fear, discomfort with vulnerability, or not feeling ready to open up yet. And that’s actually information we can work with.

Sometimes the best thing you can do is pause the pushing and start the conversation differently. Ask what feels hard about it. Validate that therapy can feel uncomfortable at first. Let them know you’re not forcing change, you’re offering support when they’re ready.

And if you’re feeling stuck in this cycle? You don’t have to navigate it alone. We work with families to understand what’s underneath the resistance and find approaches that actually connect.

Link in bio if this feels heavy right now. That’s what we’re here for 💙

01/15/2026

If your teen seems overwhelmed, you’re not imagining it. And you’re not alone in wondering how to help.

Here are 3 ways to support them right now:

1. Validate without fixing
Say: “This sounds really hard” instead of jumping straight to solutions. Sometimes they just need to know their feelings make sense.

2. Break it down together
Help them identify one small, manageable step. Not the whole project, just the next thing. That’s often enough to get unstuck.

3. Check in on basics
Sleep, food, and downtime aren’t luxuries they’re necessities. When everything feels like too much, these are the first things to slip.

You don’t have to have all the answers. You just have to show up.

And if it feels like more support would help? That’s what we’re here for 💙

Link in bio to learn more about teen therapy and parent coaching through the link in our bio.

01/15/2026

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not imagining it. And you’re definitely not the only one going through this.

Here are 3 ways to support yourself right now:

1. Let yourself feel it without fixing it

You don’t have to have a solution for everything. Sometimes just acknowledging “this is really hard” is enough. Your feelings make sense.

2. Break it down into one small step

Not the whole project, not the entire to-do list. Just the next thing. That’s often enough to get unstuck and start moving forward.

3. Check in on the basics

Sleep, food, and downtime aren’t luxuries, they’re necessities. When everything feels like too much, these are the first things to slip. And they’re also what help you handle everything else.

You don’t have to figure this all out alone.

And if it feels like some extra support would help? That’s what we’re here for 💙

Link in bio to learn more about teen therapy at The Bari Group.

01/04/2026

Tomorrow’s the first drop-off after break, and if you’re feeling anxious about it, you’re not alone.

Here’s what I want you to remember: even if your 4th grader suddenly looks like they’re back in kindergarten drop-off mode, that clinginess? It’s temporary. They will get back into the rhythm.

A few things that can help:
✨ Bring back their favorite breakfast or morning show
✨ Create a simple morning routine together, let them have input
✨ Give yourself grace if it doesn’t go perfectly

However tomorrow looks, you did it. You showed up. That’s what matters.

Welcome back, and good luck 💙

01/03/2026

That first week back can feel heavy, for them AND for you.

Your child might cling a little more. They might dread Monday morning, even if they usually love school. And honestly? You might feel the same way about work, even if part of you is ready for routine again.

Here’s what helps:
✨ Validate their feelings (and yours). “It’s okay to feel nervous about going back.”

✨ Build in strategies together maybe it’s a special breakfast, a note in their lunchbox or counting down to the weekend.

✨ Remind them: their friends are excited to see them, and they’ll always come back to you.

Growth doesn’t mean the transition is easy. It means you’re both moving through it together.
We’re here if this week feels heavy 💙

01/02/2026

You’ve almost made it through break, but that first day back might feel heavy for your kids.

Here’s the truth: two weeks of late nights and flexible schedules felt great in the moment. But now? It’s time to ease back into routine without the stress.

Start with bedtime. You have this weekend to shift things gradually:
→ Earlier bedtimes (even 15-30 minutes makes a difference)
→ Earlier wake-ups to match school rhythm
→ Consistency over perfection

This isn’t about being rigid, it’s about giving your kids the best chance to feel regulated and ready when Monday comes.

You’re not alone in this transition. That’s what we’re here for 💙

Follow along for more tips to make the back-to-school transition smoother for everyone.

Link in bio if you need support navigating big transitions with your kids.

12/30/2025

Day dreaming of emotionally immature parents offering genuine apologies and taking accountability in 2026

If you’re still processing family dynamics, you’re not alone. That hope for accountability? It’s valid. And the disappointment when it doesn’t come? That’s real too.

Here’s what I want you to know: You can’t control whether they apologize. But you CAN control how you process it, set boundaries and move forward.

Therapy isn’t about fixing your family. It’s about giving you the tools to navigate relationships that feel complicated, frustrating, or just plain hard.

We’re here if those family moments are still sitting heavy. 💙

Link in bio to connect with us!

12/19/2025

Therapeutic intervention of the day: teaching strategic thinking, frustration tolerance and graceful losing.
..Okay fine, I just really wanted to play UNO. 😂

But seriously, play is one of the most underrated tools in Kid and Teen therapy. It breaks down walls, creates natural conversation and sometimes? You learn more from watching a kid strategically destroy you with a +4 card than you would in a traditional session.

Does your kid or teen struggle to open up in traditional talk therapy? Play-based approaches might be what you need.

Link in bio to learn more about our teen therapy services.💙

December IEP meetings hit different.Everyone’s trying to squeeze in ‘one more thing’ before winter break.And somehow, yo...
12/09/2025

December IEP meetings hit different.

Everyone’s trying to squeeze in ‘one more thing’ before winter break.

And somehow, you’re supposed to make critical decisions about your child’s education while running on fumes.

Here’s what you need to know:

You can postpone. If you’re not ready or the timing feels impossible, you have the right to reschedule. Your child’s plan is too important to rush.

Bring backup. You’re allowed to bring a support person a friend, advocate or family member. December meetings especially benefit from an extra set of ears.

Take the documents home. You don’t have to sign anything at the meeting. It’s okay to say ‘I need time to review this’ and schedule a follow-up in January.

You’re not being difficult. You’re being a thoughtful advocate during a chaotic season.

If navigating IEP meetings feels overwhelming especially right now that’s exactly what we’re here for. 💙

Link in bio for IEP support and parent advocacy.

11/26/2025

Whether you’re cooking for 4 or 20+ people this holiday season AND managing kids AND hosting in-laws... that’s a lot.
And it’s okay to say that out loud.

REMEMBER TO: Take breaks. Enjoy your kids. Let some things be imperfect. It will all be okay.

The holidays aren’t about perfection they’re about connection. And sometimes connection looks like flour on the floor and kids running while you’re trying to baste the turkey.

You’re doing more than enough. 💙

If the holiday stress feels heavy, we’re here. Link in bio for support.
You’ve got this.

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