Join us for our next episode on Wednesday, June 24th at 7:00 PM, featuring child and adolescent psychiatrist Thomas Foley, MD, and guest Touchstone Foundation Executive Director Anna Kennedy, who will lead our grounding exercises.
Together we will explore the foundational skills that support long-term mental wellness, including:
- Emotional Regulation – learning how to manage emotions without becoming overwhelmed
- Adaptability – building flexibility when plans, challenges, or circumstances change
- Persistence – developing the ability to keep going through frustration and setbacks
- Meaning & Purpose – helping young people feel connected to something bigger than themselves
These skills are not fixed traits—they are learnable, teachable, and strengthened through everyday experiences. Families play a powerful role in shaping how children respond to stress, uncertainty, and growth.
Together, we’ll discuss practical ways parents can support these lifelong skills and help young people build resilience for the future.
This series is designed specifically for parents and caregivers—creating space for learning, reflection, and shared experience without judgment.
Dr. Thomas Foley
Thomas Foley, MD is a board-certified child, adolescent, and general psychiatrist who works closely with young people and their families. He brings a warm, collaborative approach to supporting youth mental wellness and values partnership with parents, caregivers, and schools. Outside of his clinical work, he enjoys staying active, spending time in nature, and being with his wife and three children.
Touchstone Foundation Executive Director, Anna Kennedy
Anna Brendle Kennedy is a Parent and the Executive Director for Touchstone Foundation. Anna will be leading our grounding exercises to bring the practice of resilience to your home.
