Get ready for an awesome episode where we chat with Veronica Alvarez, a true powerhouse in women's sports as the US Women’s National Baseball Team and the coordinator of player development for the Oakland A's. Oh, and did we ...
In this episode of This Way Up we dive deep into the fascinating life journey of Jumpei Kontani, a man who defied the odds and found his path to joy despite a childhood filled with complexities and challenges. Growing up in J...
Join us on This Way Up as we dive into this with Gretchen Hess, the force behind The High Functioning Anxiety Solution. Gretchen opens up about her own journey, tracing back to a childhood filled with tension that shaped her ...
Have you ever found yourself at wit's end with a rebellious teen? You're not alone. Many parents turn to the troubled teen industry (TTI) for answers, hoping boarding schools and wilderness retreats will save the day. But gue...
We're diving into the real meaning of organization. It's not just about tidying up your space or labeling boxes – it goes way beyond that. Ever wondered why some "seem" to have their lives together while others look like they...
Imagine thinking you had it all under control, only to have life throw you a curveball with the surprise arrival of a special needs child. How would you respond? In today's moving episode, we have the pleasure of introducing...
“What I love about breathwork is that I feel like it really shows us the untapped potential that we have as something that comes so natural to us, but it can be something that is so profound.” Ashlene Patten Breathing. Yes, t...
Today, we're tackling a subject that's often misunderstood and downright frightening for parents: PANDAS, or Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal. Yep, it's a mouthful, but trust me, u...
Today, we're tackling a topic that's become all too familiar: our obsession with screens. It used to be that baseball was America's favorite pastime. But now? It's all about those screens—video games, social media, and more. ...
“If you sit and just experience thoughts and emotions fully, you will be able to process them and make way for logical thought.” Ella Srholez, The Art of Vulnerability, 2018 TEDxYouth@Vail In this episode, we will introduce ...
Today we're diving deep into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: eating. But hold up, because we're not just talking about grabbing a snack here. We're delving into what happens when food becomes a battleground, a...
Close your eyes and transport yourself back to the awkwardness of being a 14 or 15-year-old, navigating the maze of where you fit in. Remember those jittery feelings and the struggle of talking to your parents, echoing Will S...
Picture this: a teenager rocking his way through the ups and downs of the teenage years, while grappling with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and guess what? He is given the opportunity to drop all of his classes to do an...
“Music can heal the wounds that medicine cannot touch.” --Debasish Mrihda Get ready to be inspired by our incredible Emmy award-winning guest, Chris Boardman, as he unpacks decades of wisdom on the transformative power of mus...
In this episode, Marie Hommel gets real about the ups and downs of supporting her transgender daughter, Ashley. It's not just about identity exploration – mental health is in the mix too. Marie shares how trust and acceptanc...
Summary: As a caregiver, do you ever wish you could see behind the eyes of your loved one to really understand their experiences? Do you ever find yourself questioning the impact you, as a caregiver, make in your loved one's ...
Are you finding yourself as perplexed as we are about distinguishing between "typical" child development and conditions warranting a diagnosis? In this engaging podcast, licensed therapist Ed Block challenges the current cult...
Pour yourself a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and settle in for a lively and candid conversation with Seren Waldman, a K-12 school therapist. She shares ideas on preparing our kids for adulting And keeps it real with soc...
Are you feeling stressed about navigating insurance coverage for your family's mental health care needs? If the answer is yes, tune in to this week's episode featuring Bridget Meyers, Vice President of Sales at Evernorth Heal...
If you find yourself drained, isolated, and possibly resentful while caring for your child with special needs, this episode is just for you. Join Lisa Druxman, the Founder of Fit for Mom, as she stresses the importance of sel...
What lengths would you go to for your child if they were diagnosed with an "incurable disease"? When Tracy Slepcevik, the mother of Noah, learned that her three-year-old son had autism, she refused to just accept the diagnosi...
Is your child acting out, or are they simply trying to communicate their feelings without the necessary skills or words to express themselves? Join us as Glenn Dyke, owner of Blind Mule Behavioral Services sheds light on how ...
Have you heard the advice, “Don’t meet your child’s emotions with the same intensity as theirs.”? It sounds easy, but actually doing it is another story. In this episode, mindfulness and meditation coach Christine Dowding Sch...
How do you find ways to breathe during periods of incredible stress? How do you choose joy during moments of grief and sadness? Join us to discover the healing perspective that has helped thousands of parents of children who ...