
Emily Edlynn, Ph.D.
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Emily Edlynn, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist specializing in children and adolescents and the author of Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Confident Children. She's also the mother of a son and two daughters. You can find her at emilyedlynnphd.com.
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