Whether you’re working directly with teens or leading an organization that provides services to them, the practice and process of validation is relevant to you. In fact, it’s relevant to anyone who interacts with other people. But for those whose job it is to raise, guide, nurture, and lead teenagers, validation is especially paramount.

This in-depth introduction and guide to the practice and process of validation will help you:

• Effectively repair dysfunctional dynamics in classrooms, families, and one-on-one client relationships.

• Learn how to implement the nine-step process of validation in your daily life and interactions.

• Expand your resources for communication, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and self-regulation.

This guide is a great tool to use in the classroom, in one-on-one counseling, and in conversations with parents and family members. Share it with the teens you work with, with the teachers they’re learning from, and with the family they’re struggling to connect with.