The Child Psych Podcast

In a thought-provoking discussion, Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, an Ivy League psychologist and addiction expert, sheds light on the alarming effects of screens on children’s brains. He draws compelling parallels between digital addiction and substance abuse, emphasizing the urgent need for parental awareness. Kardaras discusses the role of technology in shaping identity and mental health, highlights the harmful influence of social media algorithms, and advocates for real-life interactions to combat screen time dependency. His insights provide valuable strategies for fostering healthier tech habits in families.

Rebecca Geshuri, LMFT, explores practical strategies to help moms recognize—and break free from—the exhausting and often invisible mental loops created by competing “Mom Parts.” Drawing from her expertise as a licensed therapist and her experience working with mothers, Rebecca guides listeners through compassionate, insightful conversations that bring clarity, healing, and empowerment to the parenting journey. This podcast is a supportive space for moms who are ready to understand their inner world and reclaim a sense of balance and self. Rebecca Geshuri, LMFT, PMH-C, is a licensed therapist specializing in perinatal mental health. She uses Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Brainspotting to support moms through the emotional challenges of motherhood. Rebecca is the founder of Second Street Collective and co-author of the upcoming book When Good Moms Feel Bad (Hachette, 2026). She’s also a mom of three, bringing real-life insight to her work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Delve into the complex world of sleepovers through a trauma-informed lens. Discover the balance between children's independence and parental safety concerns. The hosts discuss developmental readiness and what age is appropriate for sleepovers. Learn how to identify red flags and prepare your child for a positive experience. Communication is key, with insights on navigating rules around device usage. With personal anecdotes and expert advice, this conversation empowers caregivers to make informed choices tailored to their child's unique needs.

When we feel seen, we rise. In this sneak peak from our upcoming summit, Dr. Carrington explores how we are wired for connection and how the disconnection we are facing is hurting our families. She offers simple, practical steps to putting connection at the centre of our lives again. Refreshing, packed with personal stories, this is an episode you do not want to miss.                                          Dr. Jody Carrington is a clinical psychologist, speaker, author, and game changer. As a child psychologist, she has assessed, treated, educated, and empowered some of the most vulnerable and precious souls on the planet: our kids. After 15 years, she believes to her core that the ones who hold our kids - our educators and parents - are our biggest game changers. Her mission is to shift the way educators think and feel about the hold work they do, and to refocus all of us on supporting them in that work. Her wonderful book can be found here: https://www.amazon.ca/Feeling-Seen-Reconnecting-Disconnected-World/dp/1443466921Join us for our Children's Mental Health and Parenting SummitOur Childrens Mental Health and Parenting Spring Summit is happening from April 21- 25th.18 masterclasses, plus 5 live workshops, where world renowned experts tackle incredible topics like parental anxiety, getting kids to listen, early parenting intervention, picky eating, resiliency, keeping kids safe online, healing attachment and so much more!The summit is free- and for those of you who can not attend live - recordings are available. To find out more, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast, Dr.Paul Sunseri offers practical tools and strategies to help families though conflict, disrespect, and melt-downs with kids and teens! He walks us though different examples of how to reduce conflict and increase family connection. His book "Gentle Parenting Reimagined: How to Make it Work with Oppositional and Defiant Kids" is refreshing, practical, and highly engaging. Paul Sunseri, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist and father of four who treats children and adolescents with serious mental health conditions. He is the developer of Intensive Family-Focused Therapy (myIFFT.org), a highly effective form of family-based mental health care.To purchase Dr. Sunseri's book, "Gentle Parenting Reimagined: How to Make it Work with Oppositional and Defiant Kids", please go to https://a.co/d/duluUedJoin us for our Children's Mental Health and Parenting SummitOur Childrens Mental Health and Parenting Spring Summit is happening from April 21- 25th.18 masterclasses, plus 5 live workshops, where world renowned experts tackle incredible topics like parental anxiety, getting kids to listen, early parenting intervention, picky eating, resiliency, keeping kids safe online, healing attachment and so much more!The summit is free- and for those of you who can not attend live - recordings are available. To find out more, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this heartfelt episode of the Child Psych Podcast, child psychologists and moms Tammy Schamuhn and Tania Johnson explore how to support children during times of global uncertainty. Drawing from both their clinical experience and personal lives, they discuss how stress and unpredictability can impact children—and how parents can create a sense of safety and connection at home.Tammy and Tania offer practical, compassionate strategies for helping kids feel grounded. This episode is a warm reminder: our children don’t need us to have all the answers—they just need to know they’re not alone.Tammy & Tania are authors of the best-selling book: "The Parenting Handbook: Raising Resilent Children" Join us for our Children's Mental Health and Parenting SummitOur Childrens Mental Health and Parenting Spring Summit is happening from April 21- 25th.18 masterclasses, plus 5 live workshops, where world renowned experts tackle incredible topics like parental anxiety, getting kids to listen, early parenting intervention, picky eating, resiliency, keeping kids safe online, healing attachment and so much more!The summit is free- and for those of you who can not attend live - recordings are available. To find out more, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a sneak peak from our upcoming summit. We speak with Drs. Lindsay and Lexie Kite, authors of More Than a Body, about how parents can help their children develop a healthy body image in a world that often prioritizes appearance over well-being. We explore the concept of self-objectification and how societal pressures, especially through media, can lead kids—particularly girls—to view their bodies as ornaments rather than instruments.The Kites emphasize body image resilience, encouraging parents to challenge harmful beauty standards and model a positive relationship with their own bodies. They share practical strategies for fostering a healthier mindset in children, including focusing on what bodies can do rather than how they look, promoting media literacy, and reinforcing self-worth beyond appearance.This episode offers essential insights for parents looking to raise confident, body-positive kids in today’s image-focused culture. To find out more about the Kite's click here: https://www.morethanabody.org/more-than-a-body-book/Join us for our Children's Mental Health and Parenting SummitOur Childrens Mental Health and Parenting Spring Summit is happening from April 21- 25th.18 masterclasses, plus 5 live workshops, where world renowned experts tackle incredible topics like parental anxiety, getting kids to listen, early parenting intervention, picky eating, resiliency, keeping kids safe online, healing attachment and so much more!The summit is free- and for those of you who can not attend live - recordings are available. To find out more, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a sneak peak of one of the workshops from our upcoming Parenting and children's mental health summit. Play isn’t just fun—it’s a powerful tool for connection, regulation, and raising confident, resilient kids. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, renowned parenting expert and co-author of The Whole-Brain Child, to explore the insights from her latest book, The Way of Play: Using Little Moments of Big Connection to Raise Calm and Confident Kids.Dr. Bryson dives into why play is essential for children’s emotional and social development, how parents can incorporate play into everyday moments (without adding stress), and practical strategies to strengthen the parent-child bond through joyful, meaningful interactions. Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums, school-age struggles, or just looking to bring more ease into parenting, this episode is packed with science-backed wisdom and real-life strategies.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:✅ The science behind play and brain development✅ How play fosters emotional regulation and resilience✅ Simple, everyday ways to integrate play—no extra time required✅ The role of connection in discipline and behaviorTune in for an engaging, heartwarming, and practical conversation that will change the way you think about play and parenting.Dr. Tina Payne Bryson is a renowned psychotherapist, parenting educator, and bestselling author known for her groundbreaking work in child development and brain-based parenting. She is the co-author of The Whole-Brain Child, No-Drama Discipline, and The Yes Brain, written alongside Dr. Dan Siegel, and the founder of The Center for Connection. With a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, Dr. Bryson specializes in helping parents, educators, and clinicians understand the science of attachment, discipline, and emotional resilience in children. Her latest book, The Way of Play, explores the power of play in fostering connection and confidence in kids. A sought-after speaker, Dr. Bryson has been featured in major media outlets and presents worldwide on the intersection of neuroscience and parenting. To purchase her new book visit --> https://a.co/d/b9nXICvJoin us for our Children's Mental Health and Parenting SummitOur Childrens Mental Health and Parenting Spring Summit is happening from April 21- 25th.18 masterclasses, plus 5 live workshops, where world renowned experts tackle incredible topics like parental anxiety, getting kids to listen, early parenting intervention, picky eating, resiliency, keeping kids safe online, healing attachment and so much more!The summit is free- and for those of you who can not attend live - recordings are available. To find out more, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Perhaps in no previous time has it become more obvious that boys are struggling. Their mental health challenges have become severe. Boys are behind girls in education and maturation. Screen time and social media have become an affliction. Many of our sons grow up courting violence. Many others live in quiet desperation. While arguments about the politics of masculinity abound, there is little help today for parents, schools, and communities to raise, educate, and nurture boys. In this podcast we interview Michael Gurian, PhD talks about how to connect with our boys and addresses differences in the neurology and overall psychology of our boys to better understand their needs.Michael Gurian is a marriage and family counselor in his thirty-fourth year of private practice (michaelgurian.com) and the New York Times bestselling author of thirty-six books. The Gurian Institute, which he cofounded in 1996, conducts research internationally, launches pilot programs, and trains professionals (gurianinstitute.com). Dr. Gurian has a new book out "Boys: A Rescue Plan" that delves further into this topic: https://a.co/d/2NmJdnYJoin us for our Children's Mental Health and Parenting SummitOur Childrens Mental Health and Parenting Spring Summit is happening from April 21- 25th.18 masterclasses, plus 5 live workshops, where world renowned experts tackle incredible topics like parental anxiety, getting kids to listen, early parenting intervention, picky eating, resiliency, keeping kids safe online, healing attachment and so much more!The summit is free- and for those of you who can not attend live - recordings are available. To find out more, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's podcast, Jessica Joelle Alexander - best-selling author and Danish Parenting Expert - talks about "Raising Digital Citizens." Research shows that having open conversations around digital safety and awareness is by far the best and most protective measure parents can take. The reality is, while we all must constantly confront an ever changing technological landscape of apps, games and social media, the basic foundation of what it means to be a good citizen doesn´t change. This is what we really need to talk about with our kids. Things like critical thinking, rights, safety, wellbeing and good communication, to name a few, are just as important in the digital world as they are in the real world. Jessia discusses how fostering rsponsibility and reflection in children, is far more impactful than expecting obedience.Jessica has just released her phenomenal Raising Digital Citizen’s conversation cards. These conversation cards help parents broach all topics around digital citizenship in a fun, hands-on way so that families can establish values together and empower their children with knowledge on what to do in any situation even when their parents.aren’t there to protect them.To purchase your cards, click here.Join us for our Children's Mental Health and Parenting SummitOur Childrens Mental Health and Parenting Spring Summit is happening from April 21- 25th.18 masterclasses, plus 5 live workshops, where world renowned experts tackle incredible topics like parental anxiety, getting kids to listen, early parenting intervention, picky eating, resiliency, keeping kids safe online, healing attachment and so much more!The summit is free- and for those of you who can not attend live - recordings are available. To find out more, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.