Parent and Child Estrangement | Dr. Joshua Coleman

Estrangement between adult children and their parents is an increasingly common yet deeply painful issue. Dr. Joshua Coleman, a renowned psychologist and expert on family estrangement, explains that the reasons for this disconnect are multifaceted. Often, it stems from unresolved conflicts, emotional wounds, childhood trauma, or simply evolving lifestyles and values that no longer align. As adult children seek to establish their own identities, feelings of anger, resentment, or unmet expectations from their upbringing may surface, leading to estrangement. Dr. Coleman emphasizes that understanding the core reasons behind the estrangement is the first step toward healing. Parents often struggle with feelings of confusion, grief, and guilt, while adult children may feel emotionally drained or trapped by unresolved issues. The key to healing lies in open, non-defensive communication and a willingness to understand each other’s perspectives. Dr. Coleman advises parents to approach the situation with empathy, avoiding the urge to blame or justify past behaviors, as this can further alienate the child. Reconciliation is possible, but it requires patience, self-reflection, and often professional help. Dr. Coleman advocates for therapy as a way to facilitate open dialogue and help both parties explore their emotions in a safe space. He also stresses the importance of setting healthy boundaries and focusing on emotional well-being for both parents and children. Healing is a gradual process, and while not all relationships may be restored, making genuine efforts to understand and repair the damage can lead to healthier dynamics. Through Dr. Coleman’s expert advice, families can begin the journey toward reconciliation, learning to navigate their differences with compassion, respect, and emotional growth. Where Parents Talk TV host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Joshua Coleman, clinical psychologist, speaker, parent and grandparent estrangement thought leader, author, “Rules of Estrangement: Why Adult children Cut Ties and How to Heal the Conflict’ and father of 3 about parent and child estrangement. You can watch this amazing video also : https://youtu.be/7CYC1rbQ0Gg?si=H4Tl-286dJDyRn8c https://youtu.be/E9R7VxLi_bU?si=-KiCEX42AzjW3w-L https://youtu.be/7ouYmBj1Qgw?si=HD-kHQq43fe7KsIR https://youtu.be/3_jroDSFDxc?si=pwlQcHk7nno4knqo https://youtu.be/ItT5AaN4xwo?si=RdiPEjaN3Vxqyxm9 Subscribe channel : youtube.com/@WhereParentsTalkTV #ParentChildEstrangement#FamilyHealing#PsychologistAdvice#HealingFromEstrangement#FamilyConflict#EmotionalHealing#AdultChildEstrangement#RebuildingRelationships#MentalHealthSupport#ParentingChallenges#BoundariesAndHealing#ConflictResolution#FamilyTherapy#HealingRelationships#EstrangedFamilies#FamilyReconciliation#ForgivenessJourney#EmotionalWellbeing#SelfCareAndHealing#TraumaRecovery#DrJoshuaColeman#DrColeman#