“Failure to Launch” Syndrome

Becoming Unstuck: Support for You or Your Adult Child

Is your adult child still living at home, unsure of their next steps, and struggling to build momentum in life? Or maybe you feel stuck—lost in motherhood, unsure how to move forward in your own goals, or wondering when it will finally be your turn to grow.

“Failure to Launch” isn't a clinical diagnosis, but it describes something very real: the difficulty some young adults face in transitioning into independent adulthood. Whether it looks like avoiding responsibilities, dropping out of school, quitting jobs, or escaping into video games or social media, the struggle is often deeper than laziness—it’s about anxiety, low confidence, overwhelm, or fear of failure.

As a parent, this can bring up guilt, frustration, tension at home, and even grief. You may feel like you’ve done too much—or not enough. You may also feel stuck in your own life, unsure how to parent an adult or reclaim your own identity while carrying the weight of everyone else’s needs.

This service supports…

• Moms of adult children who feel emotionally, financially, or physically stuck at home

• Young adults struggling with motivation, self-confidence, or direction

• Family systems in conflict due to blurred roles, resentment, or lack of structure

• Women who feel like they are struggling to launch—into a new career, into single motherhood, or into a version of life that reflects who they really are

… then family and individual therapy with a licensed mental health professional can help.

Therapy offers a judgment-free space to explore what’s holding you—or your child—back, and how to move forward with practical tools, clear boundaries, and renewed hope.

You don’t have to do this alone. Support is here—for you, your family, and the next chapter you’re ready to step into.