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Help Teens Beat the Holiday Blues
If you're reading this on your mobile device, click here to listen to the podcast. In this episode Roy addresses the unfortunate but common reality that for many people, including teens, the holiday season [...]
The Art of Listening to Teens
If you're reading this on your mobile device, click here to listen to the podcast. What Makes it Hard to Listen? Strong Emotions. This is especially true for parents. When conflict arises, a [...]
The Anxiety Epidemic – Part 2
If you are reading this on your mobile device, click here to listen to the podcast. In this episode of Today's Teenager, Roy offers practical tips for adults to help teens prevent, cope [...]
What’s Causing the Anxiety Epidemic in Teens Today?
If you're reading on your mobile device, click here to listen to the podcast. The research shows that 1 out of every 5 teens today has a diagnosable anxiety disorder. Many adults, understandably, [...]
WHO IS ROY PETITFILS?
Roy Petitfils is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Youngsville, LA. Roy studied ministry and spirituality at The Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas and holds a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from University of Louisiana. Roy has worked with youth and young adults for more than 25 years as minister, a teacher, school administrator, school counselor and now as a counselor in private practice. He specializes in counseling teens and young adults. Roy regularly consults with schools, publishers and organizations helping them more effectively reach and minister to youth and young adults. He is an expert at understanding and influencing teenagers.
Roy has published five books, including his most recent Helping Teens with Stress, Anxiety and Depression and What Teens Want You to Know (But Don’t Tell You). Roy’s blue collar roots, natural humor, contagious enthusiasm and diverse personal and professional background have made him an internationally sought after presenter, consultant and therapist. Roy lives with his wife Mindi of 19 years and their two sons Max and Benjamin in Youngsville, Louisiana.