Your relationship with your daughter shapes her life.
Daughters can feel misunderstood by their mothers. We know you're on her side.
As a mother, you might feel like raising a teenage daughter is tougher than ever before. In today’s fast-changing world, girls encounter a set of pressures and difficulties that are unique from those in the past. Mothers are some of the closest witnesses to these challenges and have the unique opportunity to empathize and empower their daughters. Girls carry a unique impression of mothers deep inside which impacts how they think of themselves in the world.
We are three professionals who specialize in child development and are deeply committed to assisting mothers like you in navigating the complexities of guiding your teenage daughters. Drawing from our backgrounds in psychotherapy, neuroscience, and education research, we’re here to offer you practical advice and valuable insights. We’re here to support you. We know you’re on her side.
our approach
At On Her Side, our mission is to provide mothers like you with wisdom, guidance, and insight. We share a passion for supporting resilience in girls drawing upon our expertise in neuroscience, counseling, and education research. We asked dozens of young women to reflect back on their lives. They shared personal stories about peer relationships, school, social media, sexuality, body image, and anxiety. Mothers mattered in their lives. We utilize these stories and our collective expertise to provide you with direction, validation, and the support you need to raise healthy, thriving daughters. Our approach is enriched by the voices of women and girls, ensuring you're well-equipped for this meaningful journey.
TOPICS
Bullying
Sexuality
Family Dynamics
LGBTQ+
Body Image
Social Media
Academics
Anxiety
Depression
Friendship
ABOUT US
Margaux H. Brown, PhD, LPC
Margaux H. Brown is a seasoned licensed professional counselor and supervisor. She is a part-time counselor educator at Sacred Heart University. She has published and presented internationally on the topics of school counseling and multicultural issues in mental health. Dr. Brown offers online therapy for adults, couples, and teens. She consults with school districts and educates parents on emotional and social challenges of today. She and her husband raise their son and daughter in Georgia.
Elisabeth Hess Rice, EdD
Elisabeth H. Rice is an Associate Professor of Special Education and Disability Studies at the Graduate School of Education and Human Development at The George Washington University. Currently, Dr. Rice coordinates the department’s doctoral program and co-coordinates a graduate teacher education program focusing on empowering and serving neurodiverse learners. Her research interests and publications focus on girls with learning and behavioral challenges and effective school/university partnerships.
Vincent P. Culotta, PhD, ABN
Vincent P. Culotta is a neuropsychologist and licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Culotta has provided services to the families of children and adolescents with a range of neuro-developmental, learning, and emotional differences. Dr. Culotta is an author, consultant, and frequent speaker on issues facing today’s teens. Through empathy and humor, Dr. Culotta has guided teens and their families through evidence-based advice. Dr. Culotta and his wife Cheryl have two daughters.
