parent thinks i’m “too young”

hi all,

i am looking for some advice. i recently got assigned a 14 year old advanced learner and went for my first session- in my opinion it went really well and the client and I paired well.

today, with the assessment scheduled for tomorrow i was informed by my manager that mom thought i was “too young.”

my manager asked me if we could have a discussion with the family to explain my experience and skills to help ease their mind.

but i am just feeling discouraged, and sad. i feel like talking to the mom will not change her mind, and will only make me feel more embarassed but I am upset to hear that feedback.

i have experience with working with advanced learners, i worked previously in a clinic although i do have under a year of experience but i just wanted to reach out for some advice on what I should do? do i have the meeting? do i just tell my manager she can switch me off the case?