Heal and Restore, PLLC

09/07/2025

💔 When Online Betrayal Hits Home 💔

Watching Unknown Number: The High School Catfish really touched me as a therapist and as a parent. My heart went out to the mother who was blindsided by her child’s painful experience online.

I want to remind parents: you are not alone if you’ve ever felt guilt, shame, or asked yourself, “How did I miss this?” Catfishing and online manipulation are powerful forms of deception, and they can happen to anyone.

👉 Here are a few ways parents can support themselves and their child after an online betrayal:
✔️ Give yourself grace – this is not your fault.
✔️ Create space for open conversations with your child—without judgment or blame.
✔️ Focus on healing, not just the hurt. Therapy, support groups, and community can help rebuild trust and safety.
✔️ Take care of yourself, too. A healthy, supported parent is the best support a child can have.

💡 Healing takes time, but families can move forward stronger. Remember: being a good parent doesn’t mean preventing every hardship—it means showing up with love, support, and guidance when hardships happen. 💜

09/07/2025

✨ Tips for Children to Deter Online Bullying ✨

Think before you post 📝 – Once something is online, it’s hard to take back. Protect your personal info, photos, and location.

Use privacy settings 🔒 – Keep accounts private and only accept friend requests from people you know in real life.

Don’t engage with bullies 🚫 – If someone is mean online, don’t reply. Responding often fuels the bullying.

Block & report 🚨 – Block the bully and report them to the app/platform. Every social media site has reporting tools.

Save the evidence 📸 – Take screenshots of hurtful messages or posts. This can be shared with parents, teachers, or authorities if needed.

Tell a trusted adult 🗣️ – Bullying thrives in silence. Talk to a parent, teacher, counselor, or another adult you trust.

Be kind online 💙 – Model the behavior you’d like to see. Encourage others instead of tearing them down.

Limit screen time when upset ⏰ – If emotions are high, step away from the screen. It helps avoid saying something you might regret.

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09/07/2025

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