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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Jul 22, 2021 • 18min
Creative Ways to Connect with Your Teen with Laura Orlando
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 their tween and teen daughters as well as tools and strategies to help build up their confidence.
Laura and Dr. Cam discuss:
Creative ways to connect with your teen.
Her game-changing idea to deepen your relationship.
Tips for building up your teen’s confidence.
You can download Laura’s free PDF “10 ways to boost your daughter's confidence TODAY” at https://wp.me/a6uQfS-1xN.
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Laura shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
Jun 28, 2021 • 29min
Prioritizing What’s Important with Desiree Panlilio
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 are and defining a clear vision of their future. She helps them take action and move forward with purpose. Desiree believes communication is the key to any relationship and that we can all use support as we navigate the teenage years.
Desiree and Dr. Cam discuss:
The impact overscheduling has on our teens and what to do about it.
The importance of down time for you and your teen.
How to connect with your teen even if they don’t seem to want to connect with you.
Read Desiree’s article at https://www.encouragingteens.com/post/teenagers-and-parents-need-to-unplug
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Desiree shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
Jun 28, 2021 • 18min
How to Be a Respectful Parent with Emily Maze
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Emily Maze (instagram.com/emilymaze.motherhood) a Respectful parenting coach.
Emily helps moms break the cycles of anger and overwhelm, establish routines, and get their kids to listen... without yelling. She developed the Aligned Motherhood Method to help moms provide holistic support in ALL the aspects of motherhood so that they can be the parent they want to be, heal from their pasts, find balance, and finally experience joy and ease in motherhood.
In this episode Emily and Dr. Cam talk about
What it means to be a respectful parent
What you can do today to stop the cycle of yelling and fighting
How to deepen your connection with your teen
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Emily shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
Jun 27, 2021 • 31min
How to Be a Chill Mom with Diana Swillinger
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 good wife, go to church, volunteer, recycle-but they still feel stuck and miserable. She helps women stop sabotaging themselves from experiencing the joy, love, and contentment that they want so very much by managing their minds.
In this episode Dr. Cam and Diana talk about:
How to chill out and parent from a place of acceptance.
The difference between being chill and complacent.
How our own emotions and expectations impact how we show up for our teens.
Diana is offering the free video course “How to Stop Worrying.” Sign up at: https://mailchi.mp/dianaswillinger.com/stop-worrying_video-course/
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my free gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Diana shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
Jun 26, 2021 • 26min
Supporting our teens "outlandish" dreams (encore) with Wim Tapley
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, he honed his craft by playing live at all of the bars, restaurants, and small venues in his hometown of South Riding, VA, leading worship at his church, and producing his own music.
Wim and Dr. Cam talk about:
How to find your passion as a teen
Following your dream against the odds
The benefit of supporting our teen’s dreams
How parents can support their teen’s dreams (even if they scare them!)
Learn more about Wim and listen to his music at https://www.wimtapley.com.
Jun 23, 2021 • 21min
Keeping Teens Safe Online with Fareedah Shaheed
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?
In today's episode, Dr. Cam talks with Online Safety Educator Fareedah Shaheed. Fareedah is the CEO and Founder of Sekuva, where she helps parents and caretakers protect their kids online. She has taught thousands of people online security & safety, has hosted lunch and learns, and has delivered keynotes on the subject. She is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and is currently serving on the Forbes board for the Under 30 community. She has been named Cybersecurity Personality of the Year 2020. And her work has been featured in Cisco, NASA, FOX 25, FOX 46, FOX Carolina, The Grio, Yahoo!, AfroTech, TripWire, Infosecurity Magazine,
Fareedah has a free guide on safer games for kids. If you’d like a copy go to https://my.community.com/fareedah and text the phrase: safe games.
If you want to learn more from experts like Fareedah, join me Tuesday afternoons for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. It’s free! You can register at www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
Also, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Fareedah shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show.
As always, thank you for your support!
Jun 16, 2021 • 42min
Building respectful parent-teen relationships with Aly Pain
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 frantic, anxious mess on the inside. She spent years healing the pain of dysfunctional family relationships, including eating disorders and a suicide attempt, to break the cycle raising her own teen boys. Her passion is empowering parents to build healthy, respectful relationships with their teens without giving up or giving in, even if they've tried everything and are at their wits end.
Aly and Dr. Cam get real about:
Common mistakes parents make with their teens.
Your teen’s biggest fear and what’s really stressing them out.
How to course correct if you’re at your wit’s end."
Jun 16, 2021 • 27min
Parenting LGBTQ Teens with Dr. Lulu
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 learn to accept, protect, nurture, and support their LGBTQ children so they can flourish and thrive without limitations or judgment.
Dr. Lulu and Dr. Cam talk about:
When children start to identify their sexual orientation and gender identity.
How parents can support their teens as they explore their sexual orientation and gender identity.
What parents can do to ensure their LGBTQ children thrive.
Jun 7, 2021 • 24min
Fostering Self-Confidence with Cathy Murphy
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 achieve personal dreams, goals and aspirations while caring for loved ones.
We’ll be talking about how to help our teens set goals and build respect through our own actions.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Cathy shared with us, please take a quick moment to comment, like, and share. This helps other parents like you find this show.
May 30, 2021 • 46min
Helping couples parent as a team with Juan de Dios Garcia
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 our children need us to be we must make sure our relationship as a couple is healthy and that we’re parenting as a team. Only when we’re on the same page, focusing on the same values and priorities can provide consistent, clear guidance to our teens. Juan de Dios is going to provide some tips on how to do that.
Dr. Cam and Juan de Dios discuss:
The three relationships everybody has.
What to do if you feel like you’re parenting in opposition with your spouse
How couples can feel more connected and better support one another as parents.
Juan de Dios is offering a Couples Love Challenge from May 24-29. Learn more at www.coupleslovechallenge.com
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Brenna shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.
Have a peaceful, positive, CALM day.
