Jeffrey Bernstein Ph.D.

About

Jeffrey Bernstein, Ph.D., is a parent coach and psychologist with over 30 years of experience providing child, adolescent, couples, and family counseling and coaching. He conducts seminars and public speaking events on child/teen/adult child behavior, self-esteem, addictions, self-mutilation, ADHD, learning disabilities, discipline, difficult children, parenting issues, personal wellness, workplace challenges, and leadership development throughout the greater Philadelphia area. His work has been profiled in several media sources, including The Today Show, Court TV, and NBC News. Bernstein also has been quoted in Men’s Health and Cosmopolitan Magazines. He is the author of Why Can't You Read My Mind? (2004), 10 Days to a Less Defiant Child (2015), 10 Days to Less Distracted Child (2007), Liking the Child You Love (2009), Mindfulness for Teen Worry: The Stress Survival Guide for Teens (2019), and The Anxiety, Depression, & Anger Toolbox for Teens. Bernstein also published Letting Go of Anger, a therapeutic card deck for teens.

Books by Jeffrey Bernstein Ph.D.

Recent Posts

Why Your Adult Child Is Mean to You

If your relationship with your adult child has been strained by conflicts and miscommunications, try these strategies to reconnect.

3 Things Not to Say to Someone Experiencing Depression

Steering clear of these three phrases is paramount when supporting someone struggling with depression.

When She Just Wants to Snuggle and He Wants More

Accepting a partner's needs without pressure fosters emotional intimacy.

The 7-Word Phrase That Can Destroy Any Relationship

Empty promises unravel trust and sidetrack action in relationships. To move beyond false reassurances, start by ditching this problematic phrase.

The 3-Word Remedy for Anxiety

Step into the realm of "So, what If?" to discover how speculative thinking unleashes the power to ease your anxiety.

2 Things Not to Say to a Struggling Adult Child

In the delicate dance of supporting your struggling adult child, every word carries weight, shaping their journey and the dynamic of your relationship.

The 2 Skills You Need for a Great Life

The capacity to remain composed and effectively address obstacles are two skills that drive all forms of success and happiness.

How to Get Your Resistant Adult Child to Find a Job

Unlocking your adult child's job-seeking resistance and empowering their independence starts with these 6 proven strategies.

3 Ways to Get More Respect From an Adult Child

Are you tired of feeling like your adult child punched you in the gut? The best way to rewire their respect circuit may be to examine how you interact with them.

Helping Your Struggling Adult Child Overcome Feeling Shame

You see that your adult child is hurting. Here is how to become a guiding light to empower them through shame's shadow.