About Kristen

I believe your parenting teens
should be Joyful

You're here because you want a stronger relationship with your teenager, and I'm here to help!  You CAN have that, beleive it. More hope, less fear in parenting, that's what my motto is, stick around, and I hope you feel it.

And I know why it feels heavy

Communication

You used to be able to chat so easily with your teen when they were younger. Everything has changed and you don't know how to talk to them anymore, and they certainly don't want to talk to you!

Emotions

You try so hard, they can be moody, you get your feelings hurt, they seem ungrateful, you call them out on it, and it's a vicious cycle.

Technology

You aren't sure how to parent with the ever changing technology pressures. What to do about it???

I Can Help You Find Joy In Motherhood

Instagram Community

I love the community of moms we have on Instagram, and I chat daily sharing ideas to help you have a better relationship with your teenager, join us there! (@KristenDukeChats)

Team Trusted

When you are really ready to work on yourself for a better relationship with your teen, join Team Trusted where you'll find trainings on recognizing and letting go of your parenting blind spots, LIVE calls, and hot topic questions answered.

I understand because motherhood
used to feel heavy to me

I've been where you are

I grew up as a teenager with a disconnect with my mom, and I could never put a finger on WHY. I did so much research, because I didn’t want the same fate for my own teenagers and myself.

My Discovery

In this discovery process, I realized that I can do all the FUN things, but if they are put off by my blind spots (that I don’t know about) it’s a problem. I’ve deconstructed what I THOUGHT I was supposed to DO and BE for my teens, and discovered the secret, that I’m happy to share with you.

Thriving relationship

I feel SO grateful for the strong bond I have with each of my teens (and adult kids!) and it’s because I chose to do the work on me. Because I’ve learned I can’t control my teen, I can only control MYSELF.

Where You Can Find Me

Instagram

Nearly every day (whether teaching teen concepts or on family vacation) hanging with the community is one of my favorite places to be.

Bestie Club

Inside my bestie club I've got a variety of freebies to help you connect with your teenager, join the club!

Team Trusted

This private membership we go much deeper on parenting topics, and I can share more details on my own experiences that I can't share in a public forum. Opportunities for one on one and weekly LIVE discussions.

Work With Me

Aside from this, if you’d like one on one mentoring, we can do that on a montlhy basis on the free Marco Polo app, or schedule a 1 hour zoom call. 

I'm Cheering You on!

So happy you are here, and anxious to get to know you and your specific needs. Don’t hesitate to reach out on Instagram or email me with your specific challenge, I always try to help in a brief way however I can, then we can decide if you’d like to delve deeper one on one or on our Team.

Build loving connection with your teens

10 unique ways for parents and teens to build a closer relationship

Your Intentional Connection Playbook
For parents who value connection over control
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Build loving connection with your teens

10 unique ways for parents and teens to build a closer relationship

Your Intentional Connection Playbook
For parents who value connection over control
Thank you for joining my email list! I can’t wait to spoil you and promise to keep your email address private