Your Anxious Child
Psychology & Relationships
About
This is a podcast for parents for who have an anxious child. Practical suggestions are given to help with a wide range of situations in which anxiety can interfere with a child's life
Episodes
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Problems and Anxiety: Interview with Ali Navidi, PSYD
Dr. Navidi explains how anxiety can cause gastrointestinal problems in children by affecting the gut-brain axis, leading to issues like IBS. He discusses how therapies such as CBT and hypnosis can help improve these conditions.
- Bedtime Stories to help children navigate through fear: Interview with Randolph B. Schiffer
Dr. Randolph B. Schiffer, author of "Bedtime Stories That Will Terrify Children," shares how his tales help parents and children confront fears. He explains the stories model courage and persistence, originating from his efforts to support…
- Pain Reprocessing for teens-relief from chronic pain: Interview with Penina Zillberberg, PhD and Paulina Soble, LCSW
This episode discusses Pain Reprocessing Therapy for adolescents suffering from chronic pain, featuring interviews with Dr. Penina Zilberberg and LCSW Paulina Soble. They explain how teens can learn to manage pain through guided exercises…
- Dopamine Kids: Interview with Michaeleen Doucleff, PhD
Michaeleen Doucleff, author of "Dopamine Kids," explains the role of dopamine in children's screen time struggles and picky eating. She provides a science-based approach to help families reduce dependency on screens and ultraprocessed food…
- Clinical hypnosis for anxious children: Interview with David Gottsegen, MD
Pediatrician David Gottsegen, MD, explains his use of clinical hypnosis and meditation to assist children with various discomforts and fears, such as headaches, stomachaches, bedwetting, and anxiety. He advocates for leveraging children's…
- A Pediatrician's Perspective on Anxious Children: Interview with Kristen Cook, MD
Pediatrician Kristen Cook discusses her book Parenting REDEFINED and her podcast MomDocTalk, offering insights on understanding and nurturing children's behavior, with a focus on vaccines, medical trauma, and effective collaboration betwee…
- How Screen Based Technology Can Rewire Your Brain: Interview with Mari Swingle, PhD
Dr. Mari Swingle, author of 'i-Minds,' explains how constant connectivity from screen-based technology may be rewiring our brains and discusses the challenges children face in dismounting from devices, linking it to a 'vestibular system lo…
- Freeing Your Child From Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Interview with Tamar E Chansky, PhD
Tamar E. Chansky, PhD, discusses the updated edition of her book, 'Freeing Your Child From Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.' The book, a standard reference for parents, offers strategies in child-friendly language for navigating childhood OC…
- Treating BFRB in children and adolescents: Interview with Dr Jennifer Gola and Dr Renae Reinardy
This episode features an interview with Drs. Jennifer Gola, Marla Deibler, and Renae Reinardy about their book, "Free To Be Me with a BFRB," which offers a comprehensive approach to treating and managing body-focused repetitive behaviors i…
- Parenting Anxiety: Interview with Meredith Elkins, PhD
Clinical psychologist Dr. Meredith Elkins discusses her book on managing parenting anxiety and fostering resilience in children. The conversation covers the distinction between everyday and clinical anxiety, along with how intensive parent…
- "But I'M BORED" Interview with Lizzie Assa, MSED
Lizzie Assa, MSED, discusses her book 'But I'm Bored,' which offers insights and suggestions for fostering independent play. The book emphasizes the value of children learning to be comfortable alone and suggests this process helps build f…
- OCD: The Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain: Interview with Marni L Jacob, PhD
Dr. Marni L. Jacob discusses her new book, "What to Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain," which offers cognitive behavioral strategies for adolescents with OCD. The episode covers the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and…
- KIDS THESE DAYS: Interview with Will Dobud, PhD
Will Dobud discusses his book 'KIDS THESE DAYS,' which examines the youth mental health crisis. He describes it as a 'wicked problem' impacted by environmental factors such as digital interference, toxins, and a culture of safety.
- Selective Mutism and Bravery Grows: Interview with Dr Melissa Giglio
Dr. Melissa Giglio, a clinical psychologist, discusses her co-authored book 'Bravery Grows' and workbook, designed to help children with selective mutism and social anxiety. The book aims to clarify this often puzzling condition for both c…
- Helping the Neurodivergence Teen with DBT: Interview with Rhiannon Theurer, LMFT
Rhiannon Theurer, LMFT, discusses her new workbook and how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills can support neurodivergent teens in managing emotional overwhelm and sensory sensitivity.
- Morbid Curiosity-Interview with Coltan Scrivner, PhD
Coltan Scrivner, PhD, discusses his book "Morbidly Curious," defining morbid curiosity as an interest in threatening things and explaining its benefits. The episode explores why children enjoy scary stories and the appeal of horror and tru…
- Selective Mutism: Interview with Rachel Busman, PsyD, ABPP
Dr. Rachel Busman, a clinical psychologist specializing in child and adolescent anxiety, provides an overview of selective mutism and discusses key interventions for the condition in this interview.
- Post Traumatic Parenting: Interview with Robyn Koslowitz, PhD
Robyn Koslowitz, PhD, director of The Center for Psychological Growth of New Jersey, shares insights from her book, Post Traumatic Parenting. The episode details how past trauma impacts parenting and provides actionable steps for parents a…
- Calming Teenage Anxiety interview with Sophia Vale Galano, LCSW
Sophia Vale Galano, LCSW, author of 'Calming Teenage Anxiety: A Parent's Guide,' shares insights from her book on how parents can talk to teenagers about anxiety and provides a framework for these conversations.
- Hair Pulling and Skin Picking- Interview with Suzanne Mouton-Odum and Ruth Goldfinger Golomb
Suzanne Mouton-Odum and Ruth Goldfinger Golomb, experts in Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), discuss their book, The BFRB Survival Guide. The book offers a program for identifying and treating BFRBs, which can manifest in sensory,…
- Why the science of autism has failed Women and Girls: Interview with Gina Rippon
Gina Rippon, author of "Off The Spectrum," discusses how autism research has largely focused on males, potentially overlooking how the condition presents in females. She highlights camouflaging and masking as key differences in females and…
- First Love: Guiding Teens Through Relationship and Heart break: Interview with Lisa A Phillips
Lisa A Phillips discusses her book "First Love: Guiding Teens Through Relationships and Heartbreak," addressing the emotional side of teenage romantic experiences. Phillips, a journalism professor, offers parental guidance on helping teens…
- Self-regulation starts with co-regulation. Interview with Martha B. Straus, PhD
This episode features an interview with Dr. Martha B. Straus, discussing her book "Cool, Calm & Connected." The conversation centers on the importance of co-regulation in helping children manage big emotions and anxiety, and how parents ca…
- Emetophobia: Fear of Throwing Up. Interview with David Russ, PhD
Dr. David Russ discusses emetophobia, a common fear of vomiting, and its treatment. He is a clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety disorders and has authored resources on the topic for children and adults.
- Mattering as a Core Need: Interview with Gordon L. Flett, PhD
This episode features Gordon L. Flett, PhD, discussing the psychology of mattering, defined as a sense of being significant and valued. The discussion highlights its protective role in mental health, its relevance during adolescence, and t…
- Mindfulness-Based Movement Program for Calm and Anxiety: Interview with Lisa Danahy
This episode features an interview with Lisa Danahy, a registered yoga therapist, discussing her book "Creating Calm in Your Classroom: A Mindfulness-Based Movement Program for Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood Education." The c…
- Lessons From Infancy: Interview with Claudia Gold, MD
Developmental pediatrician Claudia Gold, MD discusses her book "Getting to Know You," exploring how early infant-caregiver relationships shape future connections. She emphasizes the value of observation and the potential of a "not knowing"…
- Helping Anxious Child with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Interview with Anna Scetinina, MACP, RP
Anna Scetinina, a psychotherapist and artist, discusses how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can help anxious children. Her workbook, "A Workbook for Kids Who Worry," offers activities for parents, children, and therapists to build skills…
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and author, discusses eco-anxiety and how listeners can find their unique way to contribute to solving climate change, offering an optimistic perspective.
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, joins "Your Anxious Child" to discuss eco-anxiety and finding one's personal
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, talks about eco-anxiety and finding your unique way to contribute to solving climate change. She has authored three books on the subject and brings an optimistic perspecti…
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, shares insights on eco-anxiety and discovering one's personal 'service superpower' to contribute to solving climate change.
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, joins the show to discuss eco-anxiety and how listeners can find their unique strengths to contribute to solving climate change. She brings an optimistic approach to the t…
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, explores eco-anxiety and helps listeners discover their personal 'service superpower' to contribute to solving climate change, offering an optimistic perspective.
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, founder of OneGreenThing.org, shares insights on eco-anxiety and discovering personal strengths to contribute to climate solutions, drawing on her extensive background in climate activism.
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, explores eco-anxiety and encourages listeners to discover their service 'superpower' to contribute to solving climate change. She brings an optimistic perspective to the t…
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, founder of OneGreenThing.org and climate activist, joins "Your Anxious Child" to discuss eco-anxiety and discovering one's service "superpower" for climate action. White, author of books on climate change, shares an optimist…
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, founder of OneGreenThing.org and a climate activist, joins Your Anxious Child to discuss eco-anxiety and how individuals can discover their unique strengths to contribute to solving climate change. White, author of several b…
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, joins "Your Anxious Child" to discuss eco-anxiety and how listeners can find their own "service superpower" to help the planet.
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, founder of OneGreenThing.org and a climate activist with 20 years of experience, shares insights on eco-anxiety and identifying one's service "superpower." She aims to inspire optimism in addressing climate change.
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, a climate activist and founder of OneGreenThing.org, explores eco-anxiety and how listeners can identify their unique strengths to contribute to climate solutions.
- Eco-Anxiety and developing your service superpowers with Heather White
Heather White, founder of OneGreenThing.org and climate activist, shares insights on eco-anxiety and finding one's personal "superpower" for environmental action, drawing from her extensive experience and books on climate change.
- What to do when you panic-A Kids guide. Interview with Lenka Glassman, Psy.D
Lenka Glassman, Psy.D., discusses her books for children on managing panic and mood swings. The episode highlights techniques like "magic breathing" and other strategies to help children cope with intense emotions.
- Taming Perfectionism: Interview with Ellen Hendrikson, PhD
Dr. Ellen Hendriksen discusses her book "How To Be Enough," focusing on perfectionism and social anxiety. The interview covers the rise in perfectionism and introduces 7 shifts for achieving a more balanced life.
- "Climate Change Anxiety and Children" Interview with Leslie Davenport
Leslie Davenport, a climate psychology educator, discusses climate change anxiety in children and how to maintain hope. She shares information from her books, "What to Do When Climate Change Scares You" and "All The Feelings Under the Sun."
- Raising Resilience Children and Decoding Toddler's behavior: Interview with Tovah Klein, PhD
This episode features Dr. Tovah P. Klein, discussing her work on decoding toddler behavior and authoring books on raising resilient children capable of navigating uncertainty and adversity. Insights are shared on what children need to thri…
- Helping Your Unmotivated Teen: Interview with Melanie McNally, PsyD
Dr. Melanie McNally, author of 'Helping Your Unmotivated Teen', shares insights on teen motivation, identifying it as a common issue that involves drive, grit, and goals. The discussion covers how to address difficulties with these motivat…
- "Navigating PDA In America" interview with Diane Gould
This episode features an interview with Diane Gould, founder of PDA North America, discussing Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). PDA is a condition, viewed as a type of autism, where everyday demands are experienced as threats, leading t…
- How to Train Your Amygdala. Interview with author Anna Housley Juster
This episode features an interview with author Anna Housley Juster discussing her book, 'How to Train Your Amygdala.' The conversation covers how the book helps children befriend their amygdala, the brain's threat detector, and teaches the…
- Context Blindness and What Really Works for Children with Autism: Interview with Peter Vermeulen
Peter Vermeulen shares his hypothesis that context blindness is the primary feature of autism, which he believes explains unusual fears and anxiety in autistic individuals. The discussion also touches upon his book "What Really Works for C…