What’s clearer: Practice is a way to make progress not to become perfect. What’s less important: Is being perfect or even trying to appear perfect to others. Resources 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - FREE pdf 5-Day Parenting Challenge **DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please search out a licensed counselor. Connect 📬 Su...
May 09, 2024•5 min•Ep. 32
In this episode, Susan discusses the anxiety and challenges that competition brings. Resources 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - FREE pdf 5-Day Parenting Challenge **DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please search out a licensed counselor. Connect 📬 Subscribe to the newsletter 📹 Subscribe to our YouTube Say Thanks 🌟 Leave...
Apr 25, 2024•9 min•Ep. 31
Susan offers her thoughts on what is clearer to her and what is less important to her around parenting worries. Resources 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - FREE pdf 5-Day Parenting Challenge **DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please search out a licensed counselor. Connect 📬 Subscribe to the newsletter 📹 Subscribe to our ...
Mar 27, 2024•10 min•Ep. 30
2024 marks a new year and new direction for the Parent Matters Podcast. Moving forward, Susan will take a look at issues and things that matter to parents in this day and age and discuss her take on these things as a mental health professional. Resources 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - FREE pdf 5-Day Parenting Challenge **DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of ...
Mar 13, 2024•7 min•Ep. 29
Homework time can often be a challenging experience for both parents and children. Susan explores five effective strategies that can help make homework time a breeze.
Dec 21, 2023•12 min•Ep. 28
Building a strong bond between siblings is a common desire for many parents. In this episode, Susan discusses three simple ways parents can help to create a space to cultivate healthy and collaborative bonds between siblings.
Dec 06, 2023•10 min•Ep. 27
Susan sits down with Carly Schrimpl, LCSW, to talk about dealing with suicidal ideation and shares some ways to prepare yourself and help kids, both elementary and Jr. High school age, with suicidal ideation. LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! If you have an idea for a podcast episode or a question for us that you would like answered, send it to us at podcast@kidmatterscounseling.com DISCLAIMER: The topics discusse...
May 01, 2023•40 min•Ep. 26
Susan continues the Families Dealing with Feelings series by tackling the emotion of Sadness. Books Mentioned in the Show: Inside Out When Sadness Is At Your Door LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please sea...
Mar 01, 2023•18 min•Ep. 25
Susan continues the Families Dealing with Feelings series by tackling the emotion of Grief. LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! Books Mentioned in the Show: Lifetimes The Memory Box DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please search out a license...
Feb 22, 2023•18 min•Ep. 24
Susan shares tips for parents and caregivers on how to navigate an emotion we all have: Anger. Books Mentioned in the Show: Grumpy Monkey The Rabbit Listened LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please search o...
Feb 07, 2023•24 min•Ep. 23
Susan sits down with Dr. Neil Boris, a member of the Leadership Team at Circle of Security International, to share the best tips for parents to know about raising secure children. Mentioned in the Show: Circle of Security Visual Map - Click here! Circle of Security Facilitator Training - Click here! LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of ...
Jan 31, 2023•36 min•Ep. 22
Susan and Keri Sawyer talk about tips for managing long weekend and long holiday break expectations. Mentioned in the Show: Session Map for Kids - FREE download LINKS for Guest: Bloom Child Therapists - Website LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child are in nee...
Nov 16, 2022•30 min•Ep. 21
Susan talks about the struggles of mom-anxiety and shares practical ways to help you navigate life as a mom. Mentioned in the Show: The Power of Showing Up by Daniel J. Siegel* LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling suppo...
Jun 28, 2022•7 min•Ep. 20
Susan answers your questions on parenting and what to do when your child doesn't want your affection. LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please search out a licensed counselor....
Jun 14, 2022•13 min•Ep. 19
Susan and Dr. Elizabeth Bernardino talk about when to consider seeking services for your child from a psychiatrist. LINKS for Guest: Cypress Professional Group in Burr Ridge, IL (630) 325-4899 LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here! DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health ...
May 31, 2022•47 min•Ep. 18
Susan and Carly talk about home life and video game hygiene. LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here!...
May 18, 2022•32 min•Ep. 17
Susan shares how you can ease the transition to a summer schedule for your child. LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here!...
May 11, 2022•20 min•Ep. 16
Susan and Bonnie discuss the importance of the connection between the brain and body. LINKS for Guest Dr. Bonnie Goldstein's Website Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute Website LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here!...
Mar 24, 2022•39 min•Ep. 15
Susan and Elizabeth Hickman discuss how Rhythmic Movement Therapy (RMT) can develop the nervous system, how RMT is unique to other therapies, and how it works with natural reflexes in children. LINKS for Guest Rhythmic Movement Training International Website Thrive Therapy Website LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here!...
Mar 02, 2022•58 min•Ep. 14
Susan sits down with Tracy Turner-Bumberry, Therapist and founder of Seva Counseling in Georgia. They go over 5 practical ways to help a child regulate their emotions. LINKS for Guest Seva Counseling Website LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here!...
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 13
Susan and Leonor Stjepic discuss how the Montessori Method uses “Freedom Within a Framework” to help children develop confidence and independence. LINKS for Guest Montessori Network Website LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here!...
Aug 05, 2021•45 min•Ep. 12
Susan and Karen dive into Gestalt psychology, the importance of a strong sense of self, how children process grief and much more. LINKS for Guest Oaklander Training Website LINKS for Show: FREE GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety - Click here! FREE 5 Day Parenting Challenge - Click here!...
Jul 22, 2021•39 min•Ep. 11
Susan and Angie discuss their book, Worry Wishing Trail, the illustration process, how children's books can be used for therapy, and much more. LINKS for Guest Angie's Website LINKS for Show FREE PARENT GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety & How to Help - Click here! FREE PARENT CHALLENGE: 5 Day Meaningful Connection Challenge - Click here!...
Jun 16, 2021•33 min•Ep. 10
Susan and Richard Capriola discuss a list of topics around adolescent substance. Here are a few of the points they touch on: the most popular types of drugs being for adolescents, the difference between adolescent and adult addiction, and the warning signs of substance abuse. LINKS for Guest Help The Addicted Child Website LINKS for Show FREE PARENT GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety & How to Help - Click here! FREE PARENT CHALLENGE: 5 Day Meaningful Connection Challenge - Click here!...
May 01, 2021•35 min•Ep. 9
Dr. Sandy Kruse shares her wisdom regarding ADHD in children, ADHD testing, and indicators to look for if you think your child might have ADHD. LINKS for Guest Dr. Sandy Kruse's Profile LINKS for Show FREE PARENT GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety & How to Help - Click here! FREE PARENT CHALLENGE: 5 Day Meaningful Connection Challenge - Click here!...
Apr 09, 2021•44 min•Ep. 8
Dr. Lauren Smith defines ADHD, discusses co-occurring issues, different therapy options and more. Books discussed in this episode: - The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson - No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson - The Yes Brain: How to Cultivate Courage, Curiosity, and Resilience in Your Child by Dani...
Mar 26, 2021•50 min•Ep. 7
In the second of a 2-part series, Carly and Susan discuss how to co-parent through a divorce. Visit Carly’s Profile Page Visit Susan's Profile Page FREE PARENT GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety & How to Help - Click here! FREE PARENT CHALLENGE: 5 Day Meaningful Connection Challenge - Click here!...
Mar 05, 2021•27 min•Ep. 6
In the first of a 2-part series, Carly and Susan talk about how to explain divorce and separation to children. Visit Carly’s Profile Page Visit S usan's Profile Page FREE PARENT GUIDE: 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety & How to Help - Click here! FREE PARENT CHALLENGE: 5 Day Meaningful Connection Challenge - Click here!...
Feb 19, 2021•21 min•Ep. 5
Jon and Susan conclude the series with subjects ranging from topic maintenance and the importance of eye contact, to social awareness and self regulation. Visit Jon's Profile Page Visit Susan's Profile Page FREE PARENT GUIDE : 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety & How to Help - Click here! FREE PARENT CHALLENGE : 5 Day Meaningful Connection Challenge - Click here! Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD): https://chadd.org/...
Feb 05, 2021•29 min•Ep. 4
In Part 2 of our 3-part series on childhood ADHD, Jon Caes outlines how he helps children with ADHD improve academically. We talk about: - Tips on teaching children to view their ADHD as a strength - Strategies on targeting your child’s specific needs - Tools and organization systems to help your child thrive FREE PARENT GUIDE : 15 Signs of Childhood Anxiety & How to Help - Click here! FREE PARENT CHALLENGE : 5 Day Meaningful Connection Challenge - Click here! Children and Adults with Attent...
Jan 29, 2021•45 min•Ep. 3
