We serve these two groups for one purpose: To prepare children and teens to thrive.
The expert behind the work—with over 30 years of research dedicated to empowering youth to develop their own solutions to social challenges and training clinicians to better support them.
Dr. Ken Ginsburg is a pediatrician specializing in Adolescent Medicine at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.
He is the Founder and Program Director of The Center for Parent and Teen Communication, where he focuses on strengthening family connections through research-driven and practical approaches that have passed the test of time.
Throughout his career, Dr. Ginsburg’s focus has evolved from addressing teen problem behaviors to empowering parents to raise resilient, well-prepared children and preparing professionals to guide youth to develop to their potential.
“Dr. Ken Ginsburg’s advice for parents is like a hug, TED talk, and master class rolled into one.” - Upworthy
Reaching Teens offers a comprehensive framework for making a positive, lasting impact in the lives of adolescents. It integrates a trauma-sensitive approach rooted in positive youth development, focusing on identifying and reinforcing the strengths that help young people thrive. By combining practical tools and strategies, it empowers professionals to support teens through challenges and foster their growth into confident, capable individuals.
A powerful guide for parents who want to be a steady, guiding presence in their child’s life. Learn how to be a reliable source of support—a beacon your child can always turn to for safety and direction. This book empowers you to guide your child with care, preparing them to face life’s ups and downs while offering a safe harbor whenever they need to return.
Building Resilience in Children and Teens offers strategies to help young people from 18 months to 18 years build seven crucial “Cs” — competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control — so they can bounce back from challenges and thrive throughout life.
This book celebrates teens while equipping parents with the tools to foster their best potential and support them during difficult moments. Focusing on strength-based communication, it provides practical strategies to strengthen the parent-teen relationship and guide adolescents through challenges they face.