Dr. Heather Tedesco
Parenting Expert | Psychologist | Speaker | Author
Stress Less. Enjoy More.
Raising kids can be many things – it’s often complicated, confusing, stressful, and exhausting, but it is also filled with love, joy, meaning and growth. So much depends on a family’s unique circumstances, and yet there are many practical, science-based strategies for developing the qualities that enable a child to thrive throughout their lifetime. Where do parents start, given the abundance of parenting books, new research, and the rapid pace of modern life?
My specialty is distilling the best science and parenting advice into simple strategies any parent can use. I know what qualities are essential, which techniques work, and how to explain it all clearly to parents so they can do it. My mission is to give parents the confidence and tools to do the things that best prepare their kids for life. I’ve helped thousands of parents find ways to make parenting less stressful, more effective, and more rewarding. And I know it's never too late to make changes!
Heather
About Heather
Heather Tedesco, Ph.D. is a licensed Applied Psychologist with a Ph.D. in Social Psychology and a well-known parenting expert based in the Washington DC area. She is the co-author of the popular parenting book Raising a Kid Who Can: Simple Strategies to Build a Lifetime of Adaptability and Emotional Strength and has been interviewed on national television, radio, and podcasts. She is a sought-after speaker known for her ability to provide highly engaging talks packed with science and practical strategies, leaving audiences informed, encouraged, and inspired. Dr. Tedesco also maintains a private practice in McLean, Virginia, where she works exclusively with parents to help them raise kids who can thrive while making parenting less stressful, more effective, and more enjoyable.
