Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Dr. Cam
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Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is the go-to podcast for parents who are ready to get real about raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell—adolescent psychologist, certified parenting coach, and mom of a teen—this podcast is all about honest conversations that dive deep into the challenges parents face and providing actionable solutions that actually work.
Dr. Cam doesn’t just talk theories—she shares real-life insights and strategies based on over a decade of experience and the struggles she faces as a mom herself. Every episode offers practical, science-backed solutions to help you understand your teen, improve communication, and build a stronger relationship. Whether you’re dealing with mood swings, defiance, anxiety, or social media issues, you’ll find easy-to-apply advice that makes a difference.
No interviews here—just authentic conversations that get to the heart of what parents are really dealing with. With a mix of expert tips and Dr. Cam’s own relatable stories, you’ll walk away with the tools you need to tackle even the toughest teen challenges with confidence.
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Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is the go-to podcast for parents who are ready to get real about raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell—adolescent psychologist, certified parenting coach, and mom of a teen—this podcast is all about honest conversations that dive deep into the challenges parents face and providing actionable solutions that actually work.
Dr. Cam doesn’t just talk theories—she shares real-life insights and strategies based on over a decade of experience and the struggles she faces as a mom herself. Every episode offers practical, science-backed solutions to help you understand your teen, improve communication, and build a stronger relationship. Whether you’re dealing with mood swings, defiance, anxiety, or social media issues, you’ll find easy-to-apply advice that makes a difference.
No interviews here—just authentic conversations that get to the heart of what parents are really dealing with. With a mix of expert tips and Dr. Cam’s own relatable stories, you’ll walk away with the tools you need to tackle even the toughest teen challenges with confidence.
#Parenting #ParentingTips #ParentingAdvice #ParentingLife #ParentingSupport #TeenParenting #Teenagers #RaisingTeens #ParentingTeens #TeenBehavior #TeenCommunication #TeenMotivation #TeenDevelopment #AdolescentDevelopment #ParentTeenConnection #TeenMentalHealth #DrCam #TheTeenTranslator
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Oct 21, 2021 • 24min
Connecting With Your Teen Through Texting with Norman W. Holden
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 describes himself as a down-to earth everyday man, husband, and father of two, who has earned his hard-knocks degree in parenting.
Norm and I are talking about:
How to use texting to connect with your teen.
How dads can strengthen their relationship with their daughters.
How to help teens navigate technology safely.
FREE STUFF!
From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 16, 2021 • 30min
How to Talk So Your Teens Will Listen with Joy Marchese
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 thousands of children, parents, teachers, and professionals to help foster a happy and flourishing environment in the home, in schools, and in the workplace. Joy is the Founder of Positive Discipline UK and co-author of Positive Discipline for Today’s Busy (& Overwhelmed) Parent. She runs a successful global educational consultancy and coaching practice and develops SEL courses and products to teach social-emotional skills in homes, schools, and multiple organizations throughout the world.
Joy and I are talking about:
How to talk so your teens will listen
The importance of Connection BEFORE Correction
How to be kind AND firm at the same time
FREE STUFF!
From Joy: How not to lose your SH*T with your kids https://www.joymarchese.com/get-the-guide
From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 12, 2021 • 33min
Raising Self-Confident Daughters with Dr. Lois Frankel
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 author of the bestselling business bible for women, Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office, and other books in the "nice girls" series. Lois is a pioneer in the field of executive coaching and a sought-after international keynote speaker. She has now turned toward helping parents to raise self-confident daughters and is working on a book on the topic.
An avid photographer, Lois sells her work at her website www.loisfrankelphotography.com and gives the proceeds to a nonprofit she started that helps working women who live at the poverty level when they encounter medical challenges.
Dr. Frankel and I are talking about:
The key challenges facing parents raising girls today.
Best practices for addressing those challenges.
How to be a better role model for your daughter.
Oct 5, 2021 • 29min
The Power of Problem-Solving WITH Your Teen with Trish Wilkinson
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 and careers. Founder of Brain Stages Parenting, coauthor of Brain Stages: How to Raise Smart, Confident Kids and Have Fun Doing It, veteran teacher, and science nerd, Trish shares kid-tested, research-supported tips to raise successful humans in our complicated world.
Patricia and I are talking about how to problem solve WITH your teen to get buy in when an issue needs to be addressed.
FREE STUFF!
Free mini course: Enjoy Your Kids Through Problem Solving (use with coupon code: 2021BESTYEARYET)
Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Sep 30, 2021 • 37min
Breaking the Punishment/Rewards Cycle with Dr. Tamara Soles
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 She’s also the mom of twins who present everyday opportunities to live what she’s practiced with families for over 15 years- that harnessing the power of connection helps children thrive! Dr. Tamara is the creator of the online parenting course, No More Power Struggles which opens its doors again soon. Currently, you can hear Dr. Tamara on her podcast- This Hour has 50 minutes.
Dr. Tamara and I are talking about…
Why punishment/reward system doesn’t work and what to do instead
How to encourage problem-solving and allowing the space for mistakes
The importance of living by a set of defined values
FREE STUFF!
5 Hacks to Reset your Kid's Nervous System: https://drtamarasoles.com/hacks
7 Secrets to Motivating Teens: www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Sep 29, 2021 • 40min
How to use tapping (EFT) to address anxiety with Murielle Fellous
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 years she coached people on relationships but bouncing back from depression when her kids became teenagers and started acting out was so painful that she redirected her focus. She is now helping single moms with teens to overcome their challenges and prevent the spiraling down into negative emotions, anxiety and/or depression.
Murielle and Dr. Cam talk about:
How single moms can parent with more ease and less anxiety
Regulating emotions with tapping
How to lean into our power as a single mom
FREE STUFF!
EFT Anchoring Points: https://www.coparentingwiththeuniverse.com/eft.html
7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Sep 23, 2021 • 27min
Inspiring teen leadership with Todd Nesloney
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 newest book When Kids Lead.
Todd is the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). He hosts the podcast #TellYourStory and has created two online courses about building Campus & Classroom Culture. Todd has been working his entire career to help grow students into leaders and world-changers.
Todd and I are talking about:
How parents can nurture their teen’s leadership skills
What teens need most from us to succeed
FREE STUFF!
Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Sep 21, 2021 • 34min
Parenting teens without shame and fear with Ben Pugh
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 accidentally lit his school bus on fire. All the adults in his life told him he ruined his life. He went on to become a teacher, turn around high school principal for 5 years, a foster parent for 10 years, and is now changing the lives of parents and teens all over as the go-to life coach for parents of teens.
Ben and I are talking about:
The role of shame and fear in parenting and how to overcome it.
The magic of leading by example and how to do it.
FREE STUFF!
Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Sep 16, 2021 • 40min
Inside the Teen Brain with Dr. Ian Chen
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 mathematical modelling together in order to understand the development of the adolescent brain and to help young people become more resilient. He continues to research brain maturation using EEG and brain imaging techniques as part of the research and development at the new mental health institution that he is heading, Chen Medimo Corp.
Dr. Chen and Dr. Cam talk about:
What brain imaging technologies show us about brain maturation
The difference between mental health and mental performance
The impact of technology on the developing brain and its social ramifications.
How to use this information to build resilience and detect warning signs.
FREE STUFF!
Dr. Chen is offering a promotion to listeners on his website www.chenmedimo.org. Use promo code: CMCDRCAM
Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Sep 14, 2021 • 27min
How to communicate effectively with your teen with Jesse Giunta Rafeh
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 Therapist and certified success coach. She opened her private practice 15 years ago at age 26 working primarily young adults. Giunta is also a TEDx speaker. Her book, Life Launch, is a 360-degree guide to transitioning successfully into adulthood. It includes profound yet practical strategies for coping with anxiety and depression, creating an ideal career, and sustaining healthy relationships.
Jesse and Dr. Cam about:
How to be strategic about the timing of conversations.
How to speak logically and succinctly.
How to make it a negotiation not an ultimatum.
FREE STUFF!
Jesse Giunta Rafeh will offer free copies of her book Life Launch to the first 10 people who visit her website - https://www.jesse-giunta-rafeh.com/contact
Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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