Podcasts by Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

Overcoming Communication Breakdowns with Your Teen with Ruth Klein from 2023-12-04T18:06:38

In this episode we tackle a topic that often leaves parents feeling frustrated and helpless: communication with teenagers.

Did you know that according to a recent survey, 78% of parents r...

From Tradition to Today: Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Amy Yip from 2023-11-16T02:38:02

Many immigrant parents face the challenge of maintaining the traditions and expectations rooted in their upbringing while simultaneously adapting to the culture their teenagers are learning to n...

Preventing Teen Addiction with Dr. Gayani DeSilva from 2023-11-14T06:48:04

If you're concerned that your teen is struggling with addiction, whether it's technology, substances, or behavior, this episode is for you.  

Dr. Cam is joined by the renowned Child and A...

Teaching Your Teen the Art of Arguing from 2023-11-10T16:37:16

Ever look at your teen and think, "Why won't you just do as I ask without all the pushback?" Me too! But we're thinking about it wrong. We're thinking our teen is disrespectful and defiant when ...

Helping Teens Deal With Distance Learning from 2023-11-10T16:36:38

In this episode, my daughter Alexa has agreed to join me to talk about the school year. She had a week to mourn not being able to go back physically (aka complain and sulk freely) and now we nee...

More on Motivating Teens from 2023-11-10T16:36:21

How do you motivate an unmotivated teen? Many parents are struggling with this dilemma now that our kids are all learning from home. We've tried bribing, threatening, nagging, yelling...nothing ...

Power of the Vote from 2023-11-10T16:36:06

As I wait for the results of the presidential election to come in, I realize there are two big lessons we can learn about this experience to help us with parenting teens: The power of the vote a...

Raising Happy Teens: The Two Vital Elements with Suzie Bartel from 2023-11-07T11:45:29

In this episode, we turn the spotlight on a critical issue that demands our attention: Teen suicide. The latest stats are a stark wake-up call, revealing that it's the second leading cause of de...

How to Stop Smothering Your Teen with Jason Cole from 2023-10-22T22:22:59

😤 Struggling to motivate your teenager to focus on what really matters? If so, this episode is a must-listen!

🎙️ Join me as I chat with Jason Cole, a seasoned author and a respected nam...

How to Nurture Your Teen’s Strengths with Sam Young from 2023-10-05T05:30:04

🌟 Got a bright teen struggling in school? You're not alone! Many students have untapped potential, and it's frustrating for us parents to watch.

🚀 That's why we've brought in Sam Young,...

How to Raise an Antiracist with Roxy Manning and Sarah Peyton from 2023-09-18T20:10:41

In this episode we're unpacking a topic that's not just timely; it's absolutely essential: How to Raise an Antiracist. In an era where issues of race and social justice dominate headlines, it's ...

Our Turn to Talk: Teen Mental Health Unfiltered with Erin Gallagher and Beth Murphy from 2023-09-15T08:05:20

In this episode we're diving into a crucial topic that's impacting teens across America. We're witnessing a concerning rise in anxiety, depression, and tragically, record-high rates of youth sui...

Connecting With Teens When It Feels Hard with Meghan Leahy from 2023-09-07T02:00:19

We talk a lot on this show about how critical it is to maintain a strong relationship with our teenagers to nurture their mental, emotional, and social well-being. It is also a protective factor...

Teen School Refusal with Dr. Jennifer Bienstock from 2023-08-20T21:41:32

In this episode we dive into a concerning trend: teen school refusal. Following the pandemic, school avoidance cases have doubled, escalating into a crisis that affects families across the natio...

Reversing Digital Disruptions with Dr. Michael Gaskell from 2023-07-27T08:58:01

If you are worried or fed up with your teen’s digital addiction, this episode is for you. We are all painfully aware of the impact that excessive screen time and constant connectivity has on our...

Sex Trafficking: What Parents Need to Know with Dr. John DeGarmo from 2023-07-19T06:43:41

To the horror of parents worldwide, human trafficking is a growing problem. According to the latest stats, 400,000 minors are trafficked annually. Those at most risk are adolescent girls who are...

How to Calm an Angry Teen in Seconds with Douglas E. Noll from 2023-07-14T05:15:27

Do you dread your teen’s emotional outbursts? Is it difficult to calm them down once they get riled up? Do you want to end the exhausting fights and power struggles? Then this episode is for you...

Supporting Nonbinary Teens with Ivy from 2023-06-14T19:26:48

Although there is still a lot that we need to learn, societal understanding and awareness of nonbinary identities is improving. Nonbinary often experience a gender identity that falls outside of...

Navigating Teen Gender Identity with Dr. Ronnie Gladden from 2023-06-13T13:53:11

Over the past decade, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of teenagers coming out as transgender. To skeptical parents, this is often perceived as a concerning trend fueled by soc...

Risky Teen Behavior with Bobby Huntley from 2023-06-08T14:14:22

Teen’s are infamous for their risky behavior and questionable choices. It actually reflects healthy brain development (believe it or not). But when it comes to behavior that has serious repercus...

Boosting Teen Self-Esteem with Dr. Shainna from 2023-05-26T09:56:35

Is your teen’s self-esteem in the dumps? Do your attempts to build up their confidence often land flat? If so, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Dr. Shainna, ...

Unraveling Teen Addiction with Dr. Amanda Giordano from 2023-05-07T12:56:51

Does the amount of time your teenager spends on their phone, playing video games, or scrolling through Tik Tok drive you mad? Do they go ballistic when you try to pry them away or even hint at d...

Helping teens deal with the uncertainty with Dr. Juliana Negreiros + Dr. Katherine Martinez from 2023-05-07T12:42:02

If your teen gets easily overwhelmed or freezes when they need to make a decision, this episode is for you.

In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Juliana Negreiros and Dr. Katherine Martinez,...

Stop being a homework warden with Sue Groener from 2023-05-05T15:07

Are you tired of being the warden of homework, screen time, and sleep? Would you like to spend less time nagging and more time enjoying your teen? Then this episode is for you.

In this ep...

Grades, College&Careers with Deepali Vyas from 2023-05-05T13:27:15

If you are one of the many parents who are laser-focused on setting your teen up for future success by prioritizing their grades and building up their resume in order to get into the right colle...

Advocating for Classroom Inclusion with Olivier Bernier from 2023-01-30T20:41:26

In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I’m joined by father and filmmaker Olivier Bernier. Olivier and his wife Hilde created the award-winning documentary, adolescent mental health a national emergenc...

Tackling “The Talk” with Your Teen with Dr. Jennifer Lincoln from 2022-08-14T19:59:51

If you’re uncomfortable or unsure about how to talk to your teen daughter about periods, sex, or personal hygiene this episode is for you.

Today I’m joined by Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, a boar...

The Antidote to Bullying with Deanna Singh from 2022-08-06T00:15:44

If your teen is a target of bullying, the instigator, or even a witness to bullying, this episode is for you.

One out of every five students report being bullied based on their physical a...

Ending Child Abuse in Youth Sports with Dr. Amy Saltzman from 2022-07-18T01:41:32

If your teen is involved in sports, this episode is for you. We encourage our children to get involved in sports for many reasons: have fun, meet friends, get exercise, and learn valuable skills...

Teens + Gender Identification with Matthias from 2022-07-04T08:39:39

This week, in recognition of pride month, we’re talking about how to better understand and support our non-binary and transgender children. 

Although the LGBTQ+ community has gained more ...

Parenting a Transgender Child with Camden + David from 2022-06-21T05:52

This week, in recognition of pride month, we’re talking about how to better understand and support our non-binary and transgender children. 

Although the LGBTQ+ community has gained more ...

Online Safety for Teens with Cathy Pedrayes from 2022-06-14T05:37

If you’re worried about what your teen is doing online, concerned they’ll fall prey to predators, and can’t seem to get through to them how dangerous the internet can be, this episode is for you...

How to connect with teens with Elise Knox from 2022-06-13T08:19:48

If you’re frustrated because your teen refuses to talk to you, wants little to do with you or the rest of family, or snaps at you when you provide guidance, this episode is for you. I’m joined b...

Dealing with Disrespectful Teens from 2022-06-05T22:26

In this episode, I answer the following parent question: Nothing we do makes our daughter happy. Why can’t she just accept a comment, advice, suggestion without complaining and pushing back? How...

Taming Teen Temper Tantrums from 2022-06-05T01:50:53

In this episode, I provide tips for  addressing teen anger. This is in response to the following parent questions: 

• What is the best way to diffuse a teen wh...
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How to help teens take accountability with Jeff Otis from 2022-05-29T19:57:58

In this episode, I’m joined by Jeff Otis, the founder of the personal leadership platform, Project OTY. Jeff is going to clue us in to why teens may resist taking accountability, how to encourag...

How to Get Teen Sleep on Track with Dr. Cara Ooi from 2022-05-09T10:40:18

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In this episode, I’m joined by sleep physician and youth psychiatrist Dr. Cara Ooi. Dr. Ooi is going to clue us in to why the teen years are a perfect storm for insomnia, ...

Tackling Teen Behavior Problems with Kimball Lewis from 2022-02-10T08:00

Disrespect, backtalk, and lying are just a few of the problematic teen behaviors many parents are trying to deal with. What do you do when you’ve tried everything, and nothing seems to work? Tha...

How to Have a Happy Divorce with Nikki&Ben from 2022-02-08T16:00

Navigating divorce and stepparenting is challenging for everyone involved, but statistics show it’s particularly difficult for teen-aged children. Fortunately, there are things we can do to ease...

Breaking Free from Social Anxiety with Mark Metry from 2022-02-03T16:00

Is your teen’s fear of being around a lot of people, getting called on in class, or having to talk to someone new making it feel impossible to go to school or out in public? Are you worried that...

Teens, Porn, and Sexting with Sean Clifford from 2021-12-30T04:00

Did you know that almost half of our kids have been exposed to sexting by the time they were 14 and that number continues to grow? As a mom of a 15-year-old daughter that scares me.

That...

Teaching the Attitude of Gratitude with Chris DT Gordon from 2021-12-28T04:00

If your teen is miserable and making everyone around them miserable and you don’t know how to break them out of it, this episode is for you. Today I’m joined by Chris DT Gordon (@chrisdt.gordo...

Supporting Overachieving, Perfectionist Teens with Donovan Dreyer from 2021-12-23T04:00

If you have an overachieving, stressed out teen who is crumbling under the weight of their own high expectations and self-inflicted pressure, this episode is for you.

Today I’m joined by ...

The Antidote to Teen Anxiety with Dana Baker-Williams from 2021-12-21T04:00

I’ve been inviting several experts on recently to talk about Teen Anxiety. It’s something I see a lot in my practice, and the statistics support the growing problem. According to Pew Research th...

Preventing Teen Dating Violence with Nenia Corcoran from 2021-12-16T04:00

Did you know that one out of three kids between the ages of 13 and 18 will find themselves in an abusive relationship this year? That statistic is terrifying to us parents, which is why I’ve inv...

How to keep our perfectionist teens free from the “Stay Busy” trap with Oie Dobier from 2021-12-14T04:00

If your teen is stressed out trying to do it all but struggling to stay focused and motivated, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Oie Dobier, the founder of Project Who Am I (@projWhoAmI),...

Overcoming Anxiety with George Kalantzis from 2021-12-09T04:32:33

If you or your teen experiences days filled with anxiety and overwhelm, this episode is for you. I’m joined by George Kalantzis (@Theartoftoughtransitions), author of NOWHERE TO GO, combat vet...

Eating Disorders and Body Image with Jillian Walsh from 2021-12-07T03:06:33

If your teen is struggling with poor body image, body dysmorphia, or an eating disorder, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Jillian Walsh, the founder, Clinical Director and Nova Scotia Te...

How to Change Behaviors Through Brain Repatterning with Adele Spraggon from 2021-12-02T23:44:43

If you’re struggling with your teen’s behavior and nothing seems to work, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Adele Spraggon, an award-winning author, a thought leader, international speaker...

How to Reach Your Troubled Teen with Michael Unbroken from 2021-11-30T04:06:26

If your teen seems out of control and you’re worried about their risky behavior and questionable choices, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Michael Unbroken, author of the best-selling boo...

How to Teach Teens Self Advocacy Skills with Adrienne Waller from 2021-11-18T15:49

Want to teach your teen how to speak up and advocate for themselves in a responsible way? Then this episode is for you. I’m joined by Adrienne Waller, the owner of Worldwide Educator, an educat...

Connecting with your disconnected teen with Melanie Studer from 2021-11-17T21:27:58

If you’re feeling disconnected with your teen this episode is for you. I’m talking Melanie Prather Studer the author of COLLEGE BOUND The Ultimate List of Conversions to Help Your Teen Through ...

Finding strength in our vulnerability with Fatima Oliver from 2021-11-14T14:46:37

If you fear appearing weak and vulnerable in front of people—especially your kids—this episode is for you. Today I’m talking with Fatima Oliver (@fatima.oliver.79656), wife, mother, and author ...

Increasing teen engagement in school with Dr. Norrine Russell from 2021-11-04T17:50:20

In this episode…If your teen is struggling in school or unmotivated to even try, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking with Dr. Norrine Russell (@drnorrinerussell) the founder of Russell C...

Turn video game obsession into motivation with Michael Chang from 2021-11-03T14:52:42

If your teen’s video game obsession is driving you mad, this episode is for you! Today I’m talking with Michael Chang, CEO and Founder @VGCDAcademy and author of the international best-selling...

How to Help Your Teen Cope with Johnny Crowder from 2021-10-29T12:07:34

If your teen is struggling to cope and you’re struggling to help them, this episode is for you.

Today I’m talking to Johnny Crowder (@johnnyxcrowder), Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, about h...

Finding the Fun in Parenting with Joey Mascio from 2021-10-27T00:47:23

If you find parenting more frustrating than fun, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking with Joey Mascio, Teen Life Coach at Firmly Founded (@joey.firmlyfoundedcoaching) about how to improv...

3 Keys to Connecting with Your Teen with Raquel Borris from 2021-10-21T11:26:11

If you’re struggling to connect with your teen, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Today Raquel and I are talking about the three keys to connecting with your teen: communication, compassion...

Connecting With Your Teen Through Texting with Norman W. Holden from 2021-10-21T03:49:06

Today I’m talking with Norman W. Holden, the Author of Do Better! How One Father Gained Wisdom from Texting His Teen Daughter. Norm is not a therapist, licensed professional or counselor. He des...

How to Talk So Your Teens Will Listen with Joy Marchese from 2021-10-16T11:28:41

Today I’m talking with Joy Marchese (@positivedisciplineUK), a global educational consultant, author, keynote speaker, parent coach, and emotional architect. For 25 years Joy has worked with t...

Raising Self-Confident Daughters with Dr. Lois Frankel from 2021-10-12T15:11:26

Today I’m talking with bestselling author and executive coach Dr. Lois Frankel.

The name Dr. Lois Frankel has become practically synonymous with empowering women in the workplace. She is ...

The Power of Problem-Solving WITH Your Teen with Trish Wilkinson from 2021-10-05T11:57:59

Today I’m talking with parent coach Patricia Wilkinson (@authorpatriciawilkinson)

Patricia is a mom of two kids who had "challenges" they now use as strengths in successful relationships ...

Breaking the Punishment/Rewards Cycle with Dr. Tamara Soles from 2021-09-30T11:44:04

Today I’m talking with Dr. Tamara Soles, Child Psychologist and Parent Coach.

Dr. Tamara is a psychologist, parent coach, and founder of The Secure Child Center for Families and Children ...

How to use tapping (EFT) to address anxiety with Murielle Fellous from 2021-09-29T00:11:27

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with intuitive life coach Murielle Fellous.

Murielle was raised in France and now resides in Las Vegas where she raised three kids as a single mom. For year...

Inspiring teen leadership with Todd Nesloney from 2021-09-23T08:43:55

Today I’m talking with Todd Nesloney (@toddnesloney), award-winning teacher, principal, and author of numerous books including Kids Deserve It!, Stories From Webb, Sparks in the Dark, and his ne...

Parenting teens without shame and fear with Ben Pugh from 2021-09-21T06:39:23

Today I’m talking with THE MOST Freaking amazing life coach for parents of teens Ben Pugh. He told me to say that, but I agree he’s pretty awesome.

Ben is a former teenage knucklehead who...

Inside the Teen Brain with Dr. Ian Chen from 2021-09-16T04:00

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Ian Chen (@chenmedimo), an adolescent medicine expert and researcher. 

Dr. Chen’s research combines psychology, medicine, neuroscience and mathemat...

How to communicate effectively with your teen with Jesse Giunta Rafeh from 2021-09-14T04:00

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Jesse Giunta Rafeh, international best-selling author of Life Launch: A Roadmap to an Extraordinary Adulthood.

Jesse is a Licensed Marriage and Family ...

How to make life with your teen more joyful with Susan Borison from 2021-09-09T04:00

Today I’m talking with Susan Borison, the founder and editor of Your Teen Media (@YourTeen)

Susan went to law school to prepare herself for negotiating with five teenagers. In the process...

How to help our teens go back into the classroom with Dr. Megan Sweet from 2021-09-07T04:00

Today I’m talking with author and leader in school reform, Dr. Megan Sweet (@Your3Eyes).

Dr. Sweet has almost 30 years of experience as a classroom teacher and school administer and for t...

Why teens make bad choices with Deborah Ann Davis from 2021-09-02T14:09:36

In this epsidode, Dr. Cam talks with Parenting Life Coach Deborah Ann Davis (@mommeetupforconfidentgirls)

Deborah is also an author, certified personal trainer, teacher, and mother. Her j...

Preparing teens to go back in the classroom with Wendy Weinberger from 2021-08-31T11:17:11

In this epsidoe, Dr. Cam talks with Wendy Weinberger, President & Co-founder of Illuminos Academic Coaching & Tutoring (@IlluminosCoaching)

Illuminos is a passion project born from Wendy’...

Using hypnotherapy to stay mindful and calm with Jake Rubin from 2021-08-26T14:12:40

Today I’m talking with Jake Rubin, Co-Founder of MamaZen 

Jake Y. Rubin, M.A, is a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist, a former university professor of psychology, and a recognized expert in ...

Tapping into your parenting power with Christian de la Huerta from 2021-08-24T10:19:40

Today I’m talking with Personal Transformation Coach and author of the “Calling All Heroes” series, Christian de la Huerta. With 30 years of experience, Christian is a sought-after spiritual tea...

How to be a confident dad with David Maxwell from 2021-07-23T04:22:02

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Men’s Coach, David Maxwell

David coaches men on how to live a life with purpose and passion using his 4 A proprietary process. He’s spent the last 25 y...

How Parents Can Help Their Depressed and Anxious Teens with Jason Reid from 2021-07-23T03:29:03

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Jason Reid, Founder of Chooselife.org

Jason is a serial Entrepreneur whose companies employ over 2500 people nationwide. He is also a partner at CEO Co...

Careering with your teen with Tamara S. Raymond from 2021-07-22T01:50:36

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Career Strategist Tamara S. Raymond. 

Tamara (@TamaraSRaymond) is Founder and President of Innovative Management Consulting, Inc, which specializes in ...

How Nature Can Nurture Your Relationship with Your Teen with Tricia Robinson from 2021-07-22T00:36:26

Tricia Robinson (@triciarobinsoncoaching) was once a successful director in corporate America. After 17 years of attempting to be a “have it all” mom with two young kids, her body and mind broke...

Creative Ways to Connect with Your Teen with Laura Orlando from 2021-07-21T21:43:01

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with special education teacher Laura Orlando.

Laura, who is also a mom, started her business Gracious Adventures to give moms creative ways to connect with ...

Prioritizing What’s Important with Desiree Panlilio from 2021-06-27T23:34:33

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with counselor Desiree Panililio (@encouragingteens).

Desiree’s passion is working with hesitant teens who are seeking and struggling with framing who they ...

How to Be a Respectful Parent with Emily Maze from 2021-06-27T22:29:24

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Emily Maze (instagram.com/emilymaze.motherhood) a Respectful parenting coach. Emily helps moms break t...

How to Be a Chill Mom with Diana Swillinger from 2021-06-27T07:44:43

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Advanced Certified Life Coach Diana Swillinger

Diana helps women who have tried to do the right thing all their lives-be a good friend, a good mom, a g...

Supporting our teens "outlandish" dreams (encore) with Wim Tapley from 2021-06-26T03:57:19

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with teen musician, Wim Tapley.

At the age of 18, Wim is one of the most ambitious artists in the D.C. area. After growing up as a musician and songwriter, ...

Keeping Teens Safe Online with Fareedah Shaheed from 2021-06-23T01:36:34

Our teens LOVE their devices, but to us parents, they open up a scary world of bullies, creeps, and social distortion. How do we keep our kids safe AND allow them to explore and connect online?<...

Building respectful parent-teen relationships with Aly Pain from 2021-06-16T03:59:31

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with parenting expert and relationship coach, Aly Pain (@AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove). 

Growing up, Aly was the smart, fun girl on the outside and a fran...

Parenting LGBTQ Teens with Dr. Lulu from 2021-06-16T02:31:26

In this episode, Dr Cam talks with pediatrician turned life coach, Dr. Lulu (@Askdoctorlulu).

Dr. Lulu, who is also a mom, specializes in coaching parents of LGBTQ Kids. She helps them le...

Fostering Self-Confidence with Cathy Murphy from 2021-06-07T17:28:40

Today on Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam I’m joined by Cathy Murphy.

Cathy is a Productivity & Healthy Living Coach. She helps caregivers create productive healthy living habits to ...

Helping couples parent as a team with Juan de Dios Garcia from 2021-05-30T16:28:45

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Juan de Dios Garcia (@Garciadancer). Juan de Dios is a ballroom dance champion, entrepreneur, and couple’s coach. 

In order to show up as the parents ...

The most powerful way to connect with your teen with Brenna Stull from 2021-05-30T09:40:58

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Brenna Stull (@coachmombook) the Brand Ambassador for "Coach Mom" Brenna is a renowned speaker, mentor, pastor’s wife and mother of seven children. She has be...

How to Help Teens Succeed in School with StudyPro from 2021-05-24T05:17:19

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Deborah A Rosen and Lindsey Thoms the owners of The StudyPro.

StudyPro (www.TheStudyPro.com) is an executive function and study skills center in McLea...

Empowering our teens with Giselle Mascarenhas from 2021-05-23T05:05:20

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Giselle Mascarenhas (@theinstaprofessor) a branding coach, mom, and soon to be grandma!

Giselle, also known as the branding professor, has been on a m...

Fathers and teen daughters with Aaron Wandtke from 2021-05-20T15:39:12

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Aaron Wandtke, the Founder and President of Executive Staffing Solutions (ESS).

Aaron also started Purpose an...

Building teen resiliency with Scott Jennens, Resilient Youth Australia from 2021-05-14T16:21:38

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Scott Jennens from Resilient Youth Australia.

Scott has taught for over 30 years, primarily with stud...

Should you share your mental health with your teen? with Ross Szabo from 2021-05-01T12:39

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Ross Szabo, Wellness Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA/CEO and CEO of the Human Power Project.

As an award-winning pioneer of the youth mental health ...

Should you share your mental health with your teen? with Ross Szabo from 2021-05-01T12:39

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Ross Szabo, Wellness Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA/CEO and CEO of the Human Power Project. As an award-winning pioneer of the youth mental health movement, ...

Eating disorders and body image with Amy Harman, LMFT, CEDS-S from 2021-04-30T12:30

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Amy Harman, Therapist, Eating Disorder Specialist, and author of Perfectly Imperfect: Compassionate Strategies to Cultivate ...

How to be a feminist dad with Jordan Shapiro from 2021-04-29T12:27:11

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Jordan Shapiro, author, educator, researcher, and father of 4.

Jordon is the author of the best-selling, critically acclaimed book Beautiful Minds.

Megan’s passion for starting Beautiful Min...

Signs of teen substance abuse with Richard Capriola from 2021-04-16T08:10:02

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Richard Capriola, the author of “The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse.”

Richard was...

Getting Our Teens into College with Dr. Gena Lester from 2021-04-16T07:56:11

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with COLLEGE ADMISSIONS EXPERT and author of the international best-seller College Admissions Secrets, Dr. Gena Lester. She d...

Connecting the special needs family with Annie Treml from 2021-04-07T11:01:37

In today's episode, Dr. Cam talks with Special Needs Family Strategist Annie Treml.

Having grown up the eldest sibling to a person with disabilitie...

How to help your teen find their unique purpose with Tricia Cooper from 2021-03-30T10:25:01

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Restoration coach, Tricia Cooper.

Tricia helps people rediscover and restore a life of...

Helping teens with anxiety with Rebecca Marcus, LCSW from 2021-03-30T10:25

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Rebecca Marcus, LCSW, a trauma-informed, integrative psychotherapist in the NYC area.

Rebecca specializes in...

Chatting about homeschooling with Dr. Cam's daughter Lexy from 2021-03-27T16:18

In this episode, Dr. Cam invites her teen daughter, Lexy, to join her to talk about how homeschooling is going so far. 

They started this new journey just 3 weeks ago after a lot of hard ...

Parenting by modeling vs controlling with Caleb Kidd Coy from 2021-03-26T16:11:16

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Caleb Kidd Coy, a legacy consultant who loves helping others become epic legacy heroes to their family's and loved ones.

As a husband, father, entrepre...

How our beliefs impact our parenting with Sheila Doerfler from 2021-03-24T11:49

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Sheila Doerfler (@SheilaDoerfler), founder of Luminescent Being about PSYCH-K® and how it can help our mindset as ...

Empowering our teen girls with Jessica Scott from 2021-03-23T11:42

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks to Jessica Scott (@jessscottcoaching), a relationship coach for Alpha Women about empowering our teen daughters.

...

The secret to being a supportive parent with Dr. Nanyamka Redmond from 2021-03-21T11:32

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Nanyamka Redmond, an applied developmental research scientist who specializes in positive youth development of adolescents.

Dr. Redmond's research ...

Teaching teens to drive without losing our mind with Todd Avery from 2021-03-20T11:30:12

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Todd Avery (@SafeDrivingCoach), Delaware Valley's Favorite Driving Instructor.

Well recognized in the Phi...

Raising confident teens with Keisha Montfleury from 2021-03-11T08:16

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Keisha Montfleury (@confidentkeisha), a confidence coach for girls.

With 16 years of successful experience and a strong commitment to serving disadvant...

Helping teens choose a career path with Heather Glenn from 2021-03-10T08:15:45

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Heather Glenn, founder of Aligned Ambition and a self-proclaimed HR mom.

Heather spent much of her adult life struggling to choose and pursue a meaning...

Blended families with Lesa Forrest from 2021-03-09T11:06:26

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Lesa Forrest, a Certified Family and Life Coach who is passionate about helping others build relationships, marriages, and harmonized families.

Lesa is...

Managing grief and loss with Judy Thureson from 2021-02-23T08:17

In June of 2019, Judy Thureson experienced the tragic loss of her eighteen-year-old son, Jacob (aka Hella Sketchy)  to an opioid overdose. In her #1 ...

Helping teens make healthy choices with Leigh Schoener from 2021-02-22T12:08

In this episode Dr. Cam is joined by Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Leigh Schoener, who has always had a deep innate passion for natural health and wellness for the mind and body. She has b...

Pushing aside our ego with Kamladevi Sharma from 2021-02-16T10:04:06

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Kamladevi Sharma, an international speaker on work-life balance. . Sharma has been featured on several podcasts and magazines internationally and, she is pa...

Helping teens through their loneliness with Vanita O'Neal from 2021-02-11T11:58

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by the founder of DreamWell Coaching, Vanita O'Neal.

We're talking about how to help our kids with feeli...

Cultivating joy with Beth Swiger from 2021-02-11T10:41:29

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks to Beth Swiger, founder of SHAPE Your Family, about how to cultivate more joy in our family--something we can never have ...

The power of touch with Wendy Kowallis from 2021-02-03T08:21

Wendy Kowallis has helped thousands of people, just like you find more meaning in their relationships, find relief from pain, and live a m...

No judgment. Just love with ShaRon Rea from 2021-02-02T13:06:38

In this episode ShaRon Rea, a Certified Family Communication and Relationships Coach, shares a wealth of solutions to help address the challenges we face raising teens.

We also dig into n...

Supporting our teens "outlandish" dreams with Wim and Cherry Tapley from 2021-01-19T06:51

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Wim Tapley and his mom Cherry to talk about supporting our teen's “outlandish” dreams and how it strengthens motivation, resilience, and strong family conne...

Embracing fatherhood with Rish Mitra from 2021-01-15T09:13:28

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks to Rish Mitra, founder of the Dads And Deadlifts Foundation.

Rish and Dr. Cam talk about:

• How to connect with teens as a father
• How to ...
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Overcoming life's obstacles with Virginia Prodan from 2021-01-07T08:10

In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam is joined by Virginia Prodan, an International Human Rights Attorney, author, and Victory Consultant.

As a young attorney in Roman...

How to help your teen make healthy choices with Hallie Steinberg from 2021-01-05T14:05

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Hallie Steinberg, a certified health coach and special ed teacher with a degree in biology.

Dr. Cam and Hallie talk about the 4 pillars of health (LE...

What is non-binary and heteronormativity? A Gen Z perspective from 2020-12-31T13:47

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by her awesome niece and quintessential gen Zer, Madi. 

They cover how this generation is navigating "adulting" and growing up with social media. 

Setting teens up for success with Christa Downey from 2020-12-30T12:43

What do you do when you have a clear vision of what your teen needs to succeed (the school, the degree, the job...), but your teen isn't buying into it?

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined...

Priorities vs commitments: How to keep them aligned from 2020-12-29T14:27

I have been doing a long of internal reflection lately (mostly in the middle of the night) and made a harsh realization I want to share with you---in case you're having the same concerns. If you...

When things don't go the way you planned (The car alarm) from 2020-12-29T10:45:30

If you're like me, you get frustrated when your picture-perfect plans get derailed--and it happens a lot when we have teens. Here's a quick tip on how to handle it. 

Jumping to conclusions (the water bottles) from 2020-12-29T10:43:57

Sometimes we can be pretty quick to judge and make accusations. Next time you get annoyed or frustrated about something your teen has done or said ask yourself, "Am I giving them the benefit of ...

Difficult conversations from 2020-12-29T10:42:22

As much as we'd like to protect our teens from the hurt and pain in the world, it can't be avoided. When tough topics come up, here are some tips for handling them with grace.

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Don’t like your teen’s behavior? Try this. from 2020-12-29T10:38

Why do our attempts to stop our teens' disrespectful behavior or manage their anxiety often backfire? Here's a common mistake I see parents make and what to do instead. 

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Giving our daughters a voice from 2020-12-29T02:18

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks about teaching our kids, especially our daughters, to speak up when they feel mistreated, unheard, or uncomfortable. As a mom of a teen daughter, she knows how imp...

Teaching teens perseverance from 2020-12-28T13:45

Distance learning is really challenging for our kids (and us)! How do we help them succeed when they don't even want to log on? Dr. Cam has some tips for teaching our teens how to persevere when...

If what you’re doing isn’t working, it’s time for a CHANGE! from 2020-12-26T14:34

You've tried everything, but nothing seems to work. You feel like you're at your wit's end with the attitude and emotional outbursts. You don't know how else to help your teen with their anxiety...

Dreaming big with our teens from 2020-12-23T14:50

Motivation continues to be a huge struggle for parents and teens these days. It's also the cause of endless power struggles, fights, resentment, and anger. But what should you do instead? Today ...

Nurturing Our Teens (and Ourselves) Through the Pandemic with Dr. Lisa Pion-Berlin from 2020-12-22T08:16

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Lisa Pion-Berlin, the president and CEO of Parents Anonymous. Dr. Pion-Berlin is a renowned expert in strengthening families and communities all around th...

Facing Our Fears as Parents with Dr. Helen Odessky from 2020-12-21T01:23

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Helen Odessky, Psy. D., a licensed clinical psychologist, coach, speaker, and author of the bestselling book...

The Myth of the Troubled Teen from 2020-12-19T13:15

Everything we hear leads us to believe that the teen years are going to be difficult. We brace ourselves. We commiserate with other parents. We hold our breath and pray for it to be over soon. B...

Why We Worry So Much About Other People Think from 2020-12-18T11:42

Why do we worry so much about what other people think? I've got some thoughts. I hope you like them...what if you don't...oh, man, should I share these? What if you think they're silly…

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Talking to Teens about Weight with Weight-Loss Wizard, Alex Tomaszewska from 2020-12-17T10:51

In this episode, weight-loss wizard Alex Tomaszewska and Dr. Cam discuss how to talk to our teens about weight--a subject riddled with landmines. Alex was a successful IT engineer and manager fo...

How to Handle Power Struggles with Your Teen from 2020-12-16T12:26

So many of our power struggles with our teens are due to locus of control. In this episode, Dr. Cam shares some tips on how to minimize the fights without nagging, yelling, or losing your mind.<...

Are We Setting Our Teens Up For Failure (The Broken Cup Story) from 2020-12-15T15:54

What seems obvious to us may not even occur to our teens. Next time your teen doesn't live up to your expectations ask, "was I crystal clear or is it possible I set them up for failure?"

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The Greatest Gift You Can Give Teens with Debi Ronca from 2020-12-15T10:51

Dr. Cam is joined by Debi Ronca, the Founder and CEO of Sequoia Coaching. Debi’s best-selling book, The Family Letter, is having a powerful impact on families all over the world. Her desire and ...

Keeping Teens Safe (The Baby Turtle Story) from 2020-12-14T15:46

As tempted as we are to direct and correct our teenagers, learning to gently guide them is far more effective in the long run. Dr. Cam shares a story about saving a baby turtle and what it taugh...

Establishing Healthy Habits with Carol Smallwood from 2020-12-14T15:35

In this episode, Carol Smallwood, a certified transformational health & life coach and founder of CGS Health Coach Connected Community joins Dr. Cam to create healthy habits and help our tee...

Navigating Sibling Rivalry from 2020-12-13T16:22

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by her sister Courtney to talk about growing up together and the dynamics of older and younger sisters. They may be best friends now, but they had a few obstac...

Modeling Good (and Not So Good) Behavior from 2020-12-13T15:41

Teens don't listen to what we SAY, they watch what we DO. If your teen is behaving in a way that drives you nuts, you may want to take a close look at your own actions--chances are they are lear...

Teaching Teens Constructive Complaining from 2020-12-12T16:02

Lately, we hear a lot of people have been complaining--in person, on social media, everywhere. I get it! This pandemic is frustrating, scary, and wearing us thin. But at some point, we need to s...

Nagging vs Reminding. What the Heck’s the Difference? from 2020-12-12T15:38:14

Mom! Stop nagging me!" How many times have you heard that? Here's my theory on how to remind without being accused of nagging. It's just a theory--but so far it's been working for me.  

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Using Challenges to Motivate Teens from 2020-12-11T15:39

This is the last episode of my 30-day Facebook Live Challenge. I did it!

Now I'd like to share how you can use a monthly, weekly, even daily challenge to motivate your entire family (yes,...

Talking to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol with Sam Anthony from 2020-12-10T13:07

Ever worry about your teen drinking alcohol, using drugs, or vaping? 

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Sam Anthony, a professional speaker, lifestyle coach, and personal trainer in l...

Teaching Teens to Problem Solve from 2020-12-09T15:48

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by her teen daughter, Lexy, to do some back-to-school problem solving together. If you and your teen are stressed out about how to handle school during the pan...

Decoding Our Teens Using BANK With Angel Baney from 2020-12-08T18:40

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Angel Baney, a Certified IOS B.A.N.K Coach and Founder of Hear My Voice Now. 

Angel and her daughter had difficulty communicating, which led to heated ...

Teen Tik Tok Lingo Challenge from 2020-12-04T15:32

Do you know what a bayang is? How about a thirst trap or darty? Test yourself as my niece quizzes me and my sister on our teen slang savvy (hint: we don't do so well.) Bonus if you can count the...

Self Care with Holistic Health Coach Heather Fruzzetti from 2020-12-01T16:31

Heather Fruzzetti, a Holistic Health Coach and founder of  www.stronger-longer.com talks to Dr. Cam about:

😌 How to manage our stress. Heath...

Breaking Bad Habits (Our Teen’s and Our Own) from 2020-11-30T15:59

Having the same concerns, fights, frustrations with your tween or teen? Feel like you're in a rut? There's a reason we call it that--it's tough to get out of. In this episode, Dr. Cam provides i...

Mindfulness with Ofosu Jones-Quartey from 2020-11-28T16:37

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Ofosu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher and musician from Washington DC. In this episode, Ofosu and Dr. Cam talk about:

🛌🏾The benefits of making ...

When You’ve HAD IT! from 2020-11-27T15:23

I've had it! We can get so frustrated dealing with our teens that we just want to throw our arms up in the air and give up. They're resilient, they'll figure it out. Clearly, they don't want my ...

Motivating Unmotivated Teens from 2020-11-26T12:44

What the heck do we have to do to motivate our teens? Do you feel like all they want to do is sleep and drool over their devices? I feel you!! In this episode, we talk MOTIVATION!

Finding the Joy in Parenting Teens with Tracy Nolin Beerman from 2020-11-25T11:50

Yes! It can be done!

Do you ever feel like life is coming at you?  Like you’re playing a perpetual game of whack a mole? Something comes up over here and you whack it down. Something come...

Pressure-Free Parenting with Elle Ingalls from 2020-11-24T10:29

Today I talked with Elle Ingalls, founder of Pressure-Free Living and author of Pressure-Free Parenting: The 10-Second Solution to Reduce Stress and Anxiety for High-Achieving Families. During o...

Talking to Teens About Mental Health with Jamie Edelbrock from 2020-11-23T14:30

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Jamie Edelbrock, author of Tangled Up. Tangled up (@TangledUpBook on Facebook and Listen

The Importance of Self Care When Parenting Teens from 2020-11-20T15:31:35

As parents of teens, we tend to get pretty hard on ourselves. We feel overwhelmed with anxiety, guilt, frustration, and a long list of "what ifs." In this episode, Dr. Cam flips the lens to focu...

Miscommunication With Our Teens from 2020-10-01T16:23:03

Miscommunication. It's the catalyst for so many fights, hurt feelings, slammed doors, and, well, more fights. In this episode, Dr. Cam shares a few tips to prevent misunderstandings with your te...

Feel Like You’re Losing Your MIND?! from 2020-09-26T15:51:29

As a parent of a teen, do you ever feel like you're losing your mind? Einstein said, "Insanity is doing the same thing and expecting a different result." If you find yourself having the same fig...

Teen Takeover! from 2020-09-26T15:18:39

What happens when you let your teen daughter take over your FB Live about Parenting Teens? Listen and find out! Today Alexa's doing the show for me SOLO  while I’m in an all-day workshop. I’m gi...

Teens and ADHD from 2020-09-26T14:13:07

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by her 14-year-old daughter to talk about ADHD from a teen perspective. If you have a child with ADHD or another learning difference or if you are a teen with ...

How to Stay CALM in the Midst of Teen Drama! from 2020-09-25T19:30:48

How do you keep a positive mindset when your teen is acting like a, well, jerk? In this episode, Dr. Cam shares her secret to remaining calm and staying focused on what really matters. It may be...

My Teen Won’t Stop Lying from 2020-09-25T16:43:59

By request, in this episode, Dr. Cam talks about lying and what to do when our teens keep doing it. Dr. Cam shares a method that can also help you address other behaviors like anxiety and disres...

Getting Teens to Open Up from 2020-07-25T13:24:42

Let's talk about how to get our teens to talk to US! Not always an easy endeavor, I know. In this episode, Dr. Cam shares 3 tips that will encourage even the most reluctant teen to open up.

Punishment Vs Discipline: What's the Difference? from 2020-07-25T13:07:31

Which is more effective at addressing our teen's misbehavior: punishment or discipline? What the heck is the difference? In this episode, Dr. Cam breaks down how one sets our teens (and us) up t...

Getting into the Right Parenting Mindset from 2020-07-25T12:48:22

Do you have a fixed or growth mindset? In other words, do you believe your teen is a problem or has a problem? The difference between the two can make an enormous difference in how we parent. In...

Celebrating Teen Independence from 2020-07-22T14:07:18

In honor of this weekend's holiday celebrating our country's independence, I want to provide some insight into your teen's need for independence and what we can do to celebrate it rather than fi...

What To Do When You’re at Wits End With Your Teen from 2020-07-18T15:47:59

When we get frustrated and angry with our teen's behavior, it's tempting to throw up our hands and want to walk away. But in these moments our teens need us more than ever. Dr. Cam explains why ...

Let me introduce myself from 2020-07-18T15:42:50

In her podcasting debut, Dr. Cam shares a bit of her story and explains the "why" behind her mission to build better parent/teen relationships through improved communication and understanding. Listen