In this episode Lauren welcomes special guest, Whitney Thompson, LCPC to discuss how teens are feeling and trying to cope during the Covid 19 pandemic. Whitney is a LCPC (Licensed Counselor) in the states of Maryland and Colorado. She is the owner of Anchor Counseling Centers, a private practice with multiple locations in Carroll County and Howard County. While maintaining a small caseloa , Whitney also speaks frequently on the topic of teenagers and parenting skills at private institutions and ...
Jun 01, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this episode, Allie welcomes special guest Marie Stancovich, LCPC to discuss how older kids and teens, and especially the grown ups in their lives, may be dealing with the struggle "to achieve" and "be positive" during this challenging and uncertain time of a world pandemic. Marie provides ways to manage this term coined "toxic positivity" and how to deal with uncomfortable emotions during this stressful time. Marie Stancovich is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland. She is ...
May 15, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode, Lauren welcomes the amazing Dr. Rachel Altvater to the podcast to discuss ways technology as your friend, not enemy, during this time of Covid-19 and quarantine life. Introduction to Tele-Play Therapy by Dr. Altvater: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kmZJdC0eTbc
May 08, 2020•31 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Are you noticing old behaviors (or even new ones) presenting during this stressful time? Allie provides some tips for navigating the regressive behaviors and how to cope with these adjustments.
Apr 16, 2020•17 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode Lauren provides strategies and tips for navigating online learning throughout the stress of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Apr 08, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Allie's goal with this week's podcast is to provide some quick ideas as to how to manage some family dynamics right now which may also translate after the lockdown has been lifted as well. https://www.5lovelanguages.com https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Children-Secret-Effectively/dp/B01GQO95PY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=22PL44S6LE1E4&dchild=1&keywords=5+love+languages+by+gary+chapman&qid=1585773339&sprefix=5+love%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-5
Apr 01, 2020•17 min•Season 2Ep. 4
The FOMO (fear of missing out) is real right now for kids and teens! Kids are not just fearful of missing out, they are actually missing out! They miss their friends, school, sports, and they need those peer connections more than ever. Today Allie provides some tips about how to keep your kids connected, which can be helpful during confusing times like we are experiencing now, or anytime they are needing that extra boost of connection to friends.
Mar 25, 2020•16 min•Season 2Ep. 3
During this worrisome and uncertain time of the COVID-19 world pandemic, our kids are still the center of our world. What they need right now is comfort, safety, routines, and PLAY! Lauren provides tips and ideas about how to play with your kids while many of you are spending a lot more time with these little humans right now!
Mar 20, 2020•20 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Allie provides tips and resources to encouraging appropriate listening skills for your kids. - Modeling from parents/caregivers - Connect before correct - Focus on what you can and cannot control about the situation - Collaborate and problem solve with your child together - Give them choices - Be playful! Book recommendations: How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk Paperback by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life...
Mar 11, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Lauren and Allie are back for Season 2 of the Kid Therapist Podcast and are ready to discuss more topics and ways to help parents/caregivers/those who work with kids navigate difficult issues in their lives.
Mar 04, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Allie & Lauren wrap up season 1 with 10 ways to cultivate and inspire your family to promote positive mental health in the new year. Resources: Psychologist Dr. Jody Carrington Psychologist Dr. Ashleigh Warner Dan Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson No Drama Discipline
Dec 18, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode we welcome special guest Courtney Mack, LMSW to discuss grief and loss in kids. Resources discussed: https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-String-Patrice-Karst/dp/031648623X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=invisible+string&qid=1575994109&sr=8-1 https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-String-Workbook-Creative-Activities/dp/0316524913/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=invisible+string&qid=1575994109&sr=8-4 https://www.amazon.com/Book-Lost-Things-John-Connolly/dp/1442429348/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+book+o...
Dec 11, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Learn the signs and symptoms of depression in children and ways to support your child.
Dec 04, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Today we discuss how to help encourage and empower body positivity in kids. We have a very special guest Alex Morella, LGPC. Alex Morella is a licensed graduate therapist working within a private practice setting. Alex has a background in working with those coping with trauma and anxiety disorders, body dysmorphia, and self-esteem issues. Alex is a firm believer in the body positivity movement. She passionate about supporting others in strengthening their mind and body connections, as well as, b...
Nov 20, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 10
What is gratitude? How can you practice gratitude with your kids? Resources: The things I’m grateful for – cute short stories for kids about being thankful and grateful – Arnie Lightning A Thank you Walk: A story about gratitude – Nancy Loewen Apple Cake – Dawn Casey Grateful Together – Vicky Perreaulut The 3 minute gratitude journal for Kids: A journal to teach children to practice gratitude and mindfulness – Modern Kid Press Play Gratitude Pick-up Sticks – play therapist – Kim Feeney...
Nov 13, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 9
- What is play therapy? - How does it work? - Why might a parent want to consider taking their child to see a registered play therapist? - What therapy looks like with teens? - Any ways you love to encourage parents to play with their kids? - How can a therapist become a registered play therapist?
Nov 06, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
A review of 10 Free mental health apps for your kids 1. Smiling Mind 2. Breathe, Think, Do Sesame 3. MindShift 4. Emotionary 5. Super Stretch Yoga 6. Relax Melodies 7. Moodpath 8. Insight timer 9. Calm- free trial 10. Headspace
Oct 30, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 7
What are social skills and why are they important? Find out what's typical for your child's developmental age. Learn ways to teach social skills at home.
Oct 16, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 6
We recap the Lynn Lyons two day workshop in New Hampshire and share the DOs and DONTs when approaching anxiety treatment for kids in therapy.
Oct 09, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Our first podcast guest! Suzie Lawyer, LGPC joins us and shares her experience and insight about school counselor roles and therapist roles in your kids lives!
Sep 26, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Why do kids have trouble sleeping at night? What can I do? Books we recommend for bedtime " A Bedtime Yarn " – Nicole Winstanley "The Moon Inside" – Sandra Feder "Bedtime for Frances" – Russell Hoba "Kid’s guide to overcoming problems with sleep" – Dawn Huebner...
Sep 18, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode: What are some signs that my kid might have higher than normal levels of anxiety? How can I help my anxious child? Sources: www.cdc.gov www.apa.org https://www.lynnlyonsnh.com https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Think-About-Purple-Elephants/dp/1925335488 https://www.amazon.com/Worry-Says-What-Allison-Edwards/dp/1937870510/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=worry+monster&qid=1567970562&s=books&sr=1-1...
Sep 11, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 2
—What are some signs are behaviors your child might need counseling —What happens in therapy? —Where do I find a therapist?
Sep 04, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 1
