Welcome back to Elevate Her! 🌟 In this episode, we sit down with Kirstin Barchia, a clinical psychologist specialising in teenage development, parenting, and emotional intelligence. As a parent herself, Kirstin understands the challenges of raising teenage girls and shares expert advice on supporting them through life’s transitions.

Kirstin discusses the common struggles parents face, from school reluctance to social media boundaries and self-esteem issues. She offers practical strategies for fostering emotional resilience and connection, helping parents navigate tricky topics like screen time, social pressures, and morning routines without constant battles.

This episode is packed with actionable tools to help parents support their daughters with curiosity, compassion, and collaboration. Kirstin also highlights the power of role modelling and how parents can manage their own anxieties while guiding their teens towards independence.

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to Elevate Her!

02:00 - Meet Kirstin Barchia: Clinical Psychologist & Parenting Expert

05:00 - The Chaos of Transitions: Helping Teens Adjust to Change

12:00 - School Reluctance vs. School Refusal: What’s Really Happening?

17:00 - The Morning Mirror Battle: Navigating Self-Image & Social Pressures

24:00 - Social Media & Screen Time: Setting Healthy Boundaries

30:00 - Encouraging Independence Without Losing Control

38:00 - Advice to Teenage Kirstin: “Everything Can Change in a Weekend”

41:00 - Final Thoughts & Resources

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Tune in to learn how you can empower young people to navigate the challenges of adolescence and develop a strong sense of self-worth.

This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about supporting the next generation! 🌈✨

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