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Scenario

How to respond to stepchildren in crisis when roles are unclear

I walked in on my teenage stepdaughter cutting herself and I don't know if I should tell her mom or handle it myself or what my place even is in this crisis.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Emergency strips away the ambiguity of stepfamily roles and demands you act from love rather than protocol.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Stepparenting and blended family dynamics?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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