Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Mary York, MSW, LCSWA- guest expert

Parents and caregivers may feel confused, angry and helpless when they see signs that their teen is engaging in self-harm. They realize their child needs immediate help, but many have no idea where to begin.

It is a tough topic to discuss and yet it is a very important one. On this episode, Tara welcomes a special guest, Mary York. Mary is a Clinical Therapist with Queen City Counseling & Consulting, PLLC whose background encompasses working with children, adolescents, and families in a multitude of settings including outpatient therapy, public schools, nonprofits, and child welfare. 

Mary has come to talk about self-harm to share with us:
- How is it defined?
- What signs should parents and caregivers look for?
- How to know when and where to get help.
- And SO MUCH MORE!

This is an information packed conversation that you won't want to miss.

To learn more about Mary and her services: www.qc-counseling.com/

For more information and resources -Dr. Tara Egan:

Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

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Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Jerry Dye, Jr., LCMHCA - guest expert

** Season Seven Is Here!****

Woohoo! We are really excited because today we are starting our seventh season, our special guest expert today is our team member Jerry Dye, Jr. AND we are talking all about DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Kids and Families.

You don't want to miss this fantastic episode to learn about DBT, specifically what are the main components of this modality and how it can be used with kids and families.


For more information about Jerry Dye -
https://www.egancounselingandconsulting.com/

For more information and resources/Dr. Tara Egan:
Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

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***ENCORE EPISODE***

Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Rachel Platt, Family Law Attorney - guest expert

When it comes to professional support in custody cases there are many options available to parents. It can be overwhelming and confusing as to who does what.

Today Tara welcomes Rachel Platt, Family Law Attorney to discuss the role of the parent coordinator. 
 
Founding attorney of The Platt Law Firm in Roswell, GA, Rachel Platt, is a highly respected attorney among her peers and clients. Ms. Platt has been practicing law for the last 18 years and is currently concentrating her legal practice in the areas of family law and special education law.

Listen in to learn :

What is a parent coordinator?
What areas can they weigh in on?
What authority do they have in decisions?
When would you need one as a parent?

And so much more!


To learn more about Rachel Platt go to - https://plattfamilylaw.com/

For more information and resources/Dr. Tara Egan:
Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

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***ENCORE EPISODE***

Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Taylor, School Psychologist - guest expert

When it comes to making sure our kids get all the support they need in school, it is vital that everyone is working together.

Sometimes student's will take part in a psychoeducational assessment to get a better understanding of their needs. What is an assessment? What do they entail?

Today Tara welcomes a special guest, Taylor. Taylor is a School Psychologist for a major public school system in NC and here is to educate the listeners about psychoeducational assessments and specifically how school psychologists, medical providers, and parents can all work together in a meaningful way.


For more information and resources/Dr. Tara Egan:
Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

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Cast:
 Dr. Tara Egan, host
 Anna, teen co-host

Tara and Anna, the dynamic duo, are back at it and are having a thoughtful  and fun conversation about TV Teen Dramas. 

Are they tv execs  getting it right?  Do they accurately represent teen life?

Listen as they discuss three ways in which they feel that they are getting it right. 



Any questions you have for Tara? Connect with her at any of the options below!

Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.


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Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Madison Gabriel, LCMHCA - guest expert

Are you curious about what  trauma actually is? Defining what it is, how it affects individuals, and what types of treatment options are available can be very important.

This week Tara welcomes back her colleague and guest expert, Madison Gabriel, LCMHCA. Through a "Trauma 101" Tara and Madison will help listener's understand:

-What is trauma
-What triggers it
-What are symptoms
-How can we protect ourselves
-Treatment Options
And SO MUCH MORE!

For more information about  Madison Gabriel -
https://www.egancounselingandconsulting.com/

The Body Keeps the Score- by Bessel A. Van Der Kolk

For more information and resources/Dr. Tara Egan:
Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

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Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan, host
Laura Conner-Hughes, LCSWA, and Adria Goulet, LCSWA , guest experts

Parents, family and friends can have a big impact, especially in the lives of LGBTQIA+ youth through their support.

How can that be accomplished---in part, through education and understanding .

On this episode of "One Day You'll Thank Me" Tara welcomes two guest experts and fellow colleagues, Laura Conner- Hughes, LCSWA and Adria Goulet, LCSWA from Calming Waters Counseling Services in Charlotte, NC. Laura and Adria share with Tara and the listeners their expertise of ways to best support lgbtqia+ youth.

Tune in to learn about:
- how can we be the most supportive throughout the process 
- handling the-fear, anxiety, and about their child's safety and future in the LGBTQ community
-dealing with the grief and disappointment of your own expectations of your child's identity
- And SO MUCH MORE!

To learn more about Laura and Adria and their services, https://www.calmingwaterscounselingservices.com/

Check out Time Out Youth -https://www.timeoutyouth.org/
PFLAG Charlotte - https://pflagcharlotte.org/
Transcend Charlotte - https://www.transcendcharlotte.org/

Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.


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****ENCORE EPISODE***

Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Dr. Beth Trammell - guest expert

Dr. Beth Trammell is a licensed psychologist, author, speaker and advocate for connection, healing, and effective communication. In addition to her clinical psychology practice, Dr. Trammell also serves as Associate Professor of Psychology at Indiana University East as well as the university’s Director of the Master of Mental Health Counseling program. She specializes in communication and behavioral strategies related to inclusivity, connection, parenting, coaching and education.

She is also the author of the book, Make Words Matter- Straightforward, Logical Parenting to Take Your Kid from Frustrating to Connecting and Listening.

The goal of the book and our discussion today, is to help make every parent, teacher, and caregiver the best influence on children as possible by helping them to become better communicators. She will be sharing with us the essential skills to get kids to listen, while decreasing our frustration as parents.

We will learn to:
- honor that there are disconnects with our kids goals and our goals
- the 4 game changers to observe within our kids when there is misbehavior
- how important it is to share and handle anger
- tools to use to build connection quickly
- share some go to phrases  with our kids that are supportive and empowering

And So Much More!

For more information about  Dr. Beth Trammell -https://makewordsmatterforgood.com/

For more information and resources/Dr. Tara Egan:
Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

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****ENCORE EPISODE****

Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Jenni Brown, Family Law Attorney  - guest expert

Welcome to Season Six of One Day You'll Thank Me!

Tara will be hosting this first episode of the season solo AND she is so excited to share her guest expert with you all, Jenni Brown. Jenni is a Managing Partner at Brown, Dutton, & Crider Law Firm In Georgia and is here today to discuss how parents can best present themselves and testify in a custody case.

Jenni has more than 11 years of litigation experience specializing in divorce, modifications, custody cases and other family law related matters. We are so excited to learn what tips and insights parents can takeaway when preparing for their custody hearing in the court.

We discuss:

- What exactly a custody hearing is(temporary, final, legal, physical)
- Some do's and don'ts - things to be mindful of that you do have control of
- The most important things that the judge needs to know
- Red flags you can avoid in the courtroom
- How important it is to be real and authentic and not trying to be perceived as perfect
-Preparing for cross examination
-What you should expect from your attorney and what not to


At the end of the day there is a new normal. So how can you find a way to work together and do what is best for the kids?

https://gafamilylawyers.com/our-team/jenni-brown/
IG- @familylawga
TikTok - @gafamilylawyers

Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

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Cast:
 Dr. Tara Egan, host
Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. - guest expert

Communicating in high conflict situations can be extremely challenging, especially during divorce. 

This week Tara is so excited to welcome Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. Tara has admired Bill for some time for all the great work he has done, and she is a major fan of his books (he is the author or co-author of over 20 books, manuals, and workbooks.)

Bill Eddy is also the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of the High Conflict Institute in San Diego, California. He pioneered the High Conflict Personality Theory (HCP) and has become an expert on managing disputes involving people with high conflict personalities. He was the Senior Family Mediator at the National Conflict Resolution Center for 15 years, a Certified Family Law Specialist lawyer representing clients in family court for 15 years, and a licensed clinical social worker therapist with over 12 years of experience.

He is here today to discuss communicating during high conflict situations, specifically divorce.

Tune in to learn:
- What is considered "high conflict”?
- What are the defining characteristics of a high conflict divorce?
- Examples of how to communicate with a high conflict person
- The BIFF Method
- BIFF for CoParent Communication: Your Guide to Difficult Texts, Emails, and Social Media Posts
- And So Much More (including some great tips)

Learn more about Bill Eddy, the High Conflict Institute and Conflict Playbook
 https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/about
https://www.conflictplaybook.com/

Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.


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