Dr. Michelle Alden: Family Therapist & Parent Coach

01/18/2026

No one listens until…

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTnTB2Rk1P1/?igsh=MTE2djZqcmo3b2J6Yg==

01/16/2026

Word of the year—do you have one yet?

I’m stepping into a year of growth.
For me, that looks like choosing boldness when things feel uncomfortable, leaning into connection, and practicing gratitude, about all of it.

I’m sure more words will show up as the year unfolds, but these are my anchors right now.

I was also challenged to name my impossible goal for this year…
I have it.
I’m not sharing it here.
But it scares me (in a good way).

Now I’m curious…
What’s your word for the year? Or are you more of an impossible-goal person?

01/15/2026

https://mailchi.mp/healthyfoundations/have-you-tried-turning-yourself-off-and-back-on-againYou might be trying too hard. Let's start over.

01/13/2026

What if we look at it as lags in skills, rather than calculated misbehavior?

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01/12/2026

Women…moms…does this sound Ike Monday? https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTaZzseE_2D/?igsh=NHd0NjU0MXk0eWlp

01/11/2026

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTVUb8Rkyl8/?igsh=MWZneXUwOXFlcjh6cQ==

01/09/2026

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPv_k0vEcpF/?igsh=c3JlaHM5ZzN6MHNr

01/07/2026

😂🤪😂
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01/05/2026

Parenting advice from celebrities 🙄

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTDXdIek9TZ/?igsh=MW54MGNlYW40dzlxbA==

01/03/2026

Time to Make Lasting Changes🙃

01/03/2026

Parent coaching celebrities 🤪? https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTDXdIek9TZ/?igsh=MW54MGNlYW40dzlxbA==

12/31/2025

I’m always excited for a new year. 2025 was a year of change and growth. for Healthy Foundations. We expanded our reach beyond Idaho through travel, coaching, training and online support. 2026 opens up new opportunities for you to get connected and share your experiences, work through challenges and see transformation. Let’s go! You can:
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🔥get things going with personal support in The Playroom
Say hello 👋 below and comment about ‘25 or hopes for 2026!

Helping parents to build calm, connection, and confidence—one small win at a time. At Healthy Foundations, we support parents of emotionally distressed, neurodivergent, and trauma-impacted children. Whether you’re navigating daily meltdowns, defiance, ag