Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan, host
Anna, teen co-host
Guest Expert - Michelle McAnaney, Educational Consultant, owner of "The College Spy"

Parents are you familiar with the college application process and all that it entails? Tip: It's not the same process as when you applied for college.

Or

Are you a parent thinking about how you can start a conversation with your senior about  getting their college app filled out?

Then you will want to listen to this episode with Michelle McAnaney, Educational Consultant, owner of "The College Spy." Tara and Anna are so grateful that Michelle is back again. This time, Michelle is here to share tons of great information about the common app and applying for college --- And hear some fears, questions, and the process that Anna is currently going through as she is getting ready to head down this path.

Parents, this is one that you will want to listen with your juniors and seniors.

Here is a sneak peak of some the tips you will learn:
- what is the common application and when is it best to fill it out?
- what are the various sections to a common app?
- letters of recommendation - how many, from who?
- the process when choosing the test optional route
- how many schools should a student apply to?
- what is the best way to highlight outside activities on the application
- And So Much More!

Common App website - https://www.commonapp.org/
For lots of free resources and how Michelle can help make  the entire process less stressful and more fun, visit her website  https://thecollegespy.com/.

To learn more and/or receive support from Tara:

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

If you are a parent of a school-aged child, it is likely that your child has been exposed to youth-targeted vaping ads. Your child is also likely to know someone, even a friend, who vapes.

It is important to talk to your child early about vaping and learn the facts about the harmful impact can have on them when they vape.

Parents you will definitely want to tune into this episode (and include your teen) if you want to get a Vaping 101 lesson and learn:

-what vaping is
-what chemicals are your kids inhaling in these aerosols
-the harmful affects of nicotine (most all products contain nicotine)
-how vaping/e-cigarettes can impact their mental health, as well as physical health
-the many associated risks
-prevention
-what parents can do help them stop

If you use tobacco, it’s never too late to quit. For free help, visit smokefree.gov or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW. Talk to your child or teen about why e-cigarettes are harmful for them. It’s never too late.

Get the Talk With Your Teen About E-cigarettes

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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ENCORE EPISODE

Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Dr. Robert Jason Grant - guest expert

What can we do as parents and service providers to be neuro diverse affirming?

Tune into today's episode where Tara's guest expert is Dr. Robert Jason Grant. He is a licensed professional counselor and a Registered Play Therapist supervisor in Springfield, Missouri. He specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families, including working with neuro divergent children, such as those diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, sensory differences, and learning disorders.

Today we’re discussing his book, “Understanding Autism: A Neurodiversity Affirming
Guidebook for Children and Teens.”

Listen in to learn:

-What it means to be “neuro diverse-affirming”?

- What type of language should neurotypical people use to demonstrate respect for neuro diverse individuals?

-How parents and service providers can focus on strengths, not deficits, while still addressing areas of need?

- Is there ever a time when it’s appropriate to hold off on sharing an autism
diagnosis with a child or teen? What words of advice do you have for these parents?

- How can parents feel confident that they’re working with a clinician or interventionist who is neuro diverse-affirming?


You can learn more about Dr. Grant at www.robertjasongrant.com
including his most recent book, Understanding Autism: A Neurodiversity Affirming Guidebook for Children and Teens

Website - For parents 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.

E-Course -To learn more about Dr. Egan's online mini-course called "Managing Your Family's Technology and Social Media", created to help parents eliminate power struggles.

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Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Anna - Teen Co-host
Karen Kaye, LMHC and Hara Wachholder, LMHC - guest experts

As a parent, when you think about the word “divorce,” many feelings might come to your mind, but what about your children’s feelings? How can you help them deal with their very real feelings about your divorce?

Listen to our latest episode with another mother and daughter team, Karen Kaye, LMHC and Hara Wachholder, LMHC. This dynamic mother/daughter duo are co-author's of a brand new book:

Listen in on our interview to get an understanding of how parents, counselors and other professionals can use this workbook as a tool for more useful and effective communication with children of divorce.

We share practical tips and tools for parents (and kids) around transitioning between both homes, how to better help them adapt to all of the changes, about how to approach the topics around divorce and giving your child an opportunity to share how they are feeling, as well as, helping you the parent understand that kids put a lot of pressure on themselves and often feel that the divorce is their fault.

See if you relate as they share the experiences that Tara and Karen have gone through as parents of divorce and raising children and the experiences that Anna and Hara have gone through as children of divorce.

For more information:

Karen Kaye is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the State of Florida and received her Master’s degree in Family Therapy from the University of Maryland. For 15 years she has written a column titled, “Ask the Therapist” in the Natural Awakenings Magazine of Broward County, Florida. This workbook came to life through Karen’s efforts to keep her own child out of the middle of her divorce when Hara was young. This book has been an evolutionary healing process for her and her daughter. Learn more at -
https://karenkayetherapist.com/

Hara Wachholder is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the State of Florida and received her Master’s degree in Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. It was after the resolution of the long-winded custody battle between her parents that Hara recognized her calling to help others going through the same struggle. Hara Wachholder is currently the clinical director for a family therapy center located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
imstillmebook.com
@imstillmebook

To learn more and/or receive support from Tara:

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
Brad Baldridge - guest expert

Parents, are you looking for the best way to pay for college that saves time, money, and stress? 

Then you will definitely want to tune in to this episode with financial expert, Brad Baldridge.
 
Brad Baldridge, Certified Financial Planner®, is a College Funding Consultant specializing in late stage college funding planning and the chief podcaster of Taming The High Cost Of College.  He provides customized planning using the latest financial aid, tax, cash flow and academic strategies.  

Over the past 10 years Brad has directly helped hundreds of families plan and pay for college. He has provided in-depth college plans resulting in increased financial aid, scholarships, identification of the right schools at the right price, and better loans.

Tune in to learn:
- What can parents do when just starting planning for college - where do they begin?
- Some of the top strategies for saving and paying for college.
- That the price of the school isn't what they see on the  website.
- What price they should expect to pay?
- How can families balance paying for college and saving for retirement?
- How many students are able to attend private college for about the same price as a public university?
- How do you navigate financial situations with a divorced parents?


To learn more about Brad and his services, Baldridge College Solutions.

Website - For parents to learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook -  HERE.
YouTube -  HERE.
Instagram -  HERE.

Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, visit HERE.

E-Course -To learn more about Dr. Egan's online mini-course called "Managing Your Family's Technology and Social Media", created to help parents eliminate power struggles.

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

Do you wish you could ask an expert about making life a little easier as a parent?

Then you will want to listen in this episode. Tara and Anna are back together and ready to share 10 parenting hacks to make your life better!

Some sneak peaks:
-having space off limits to kids
-meal time
-giving kids advance warning of plans
-alarm clocks
-let yourself off the hook of being everything and doing everything as a parent
-answering calls and messages
-having a SENSE of HUMOR!
-teach your kids to ask about YOU!

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

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

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

Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, visit HERE.

E-Course -To learn more about Dr. Egan's online mini-course called "Managing Your Family's Technology and Social Media", created to help parents eliminate power struggles, keep your family safe from internet misuse, and reconnect with your family, go HERE.
 
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Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Simone Fortier  - guest expert

Do you know how most kids get a concussion? It may not be what you would think!

You may be thinking, "this topic doesn't pertain to me and my kids," but you'd be surprised as you listen to this interesting conversation Tara and Anna have with their guest Simone Fortier.

Simone Fortier is an International Fascia Therapist, Teacher, Lecturer and Speaker, Founder of Stretching Fascia Therapy, Fascia Training Institute and Author. She is passionate about empowering others to free themselves from physical, emotional and psychological pain and is highly regarded and well respected in the manual therapy field, with testimonials from professional athletes in the MLB, PGA, NHL, CFL, and NFL. Many Olympic athletes, colleagues and strength coaches also offer high praise. Simone is commended for her continued clinical research in the studies of fascia, movement, and functions of the human body.

 Simone is here  today to discuss  the impact of living with concussions and how to protect our kids from them.

Tune in to learn:
-the most common cause of concussions
-what fascia is and how it pertains to concussions and brain injuries
-that not all concussions heal on their own, without further protocols
-some startling facts on healing
-the correlation between ADHD and concussions
-what should parents be looking out for and the steps they should take
-how to advocate for your child
-recommendations that parents can do to protect against concussion

And Simone even teaches us a test that you can do immediately for brain health!

To learn more about Simone and her trainings and programs, etc.:
https://www.simonefortier.com/
https://www.fasciatraininginstitute.com/

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
Dr. Ambroes Pass-Turner  - guest expert

We can't always control how we feel. Especially not as kids. Coping with our emotions in a safe and healthy way can be learned though. Want to know how?

Tune in to our latest episode to learn how to do just that as Tara welcomes Dr. Ambroes Pass-Turner Doctor. Dr. Pass Turner is a Doctor of Counseling Psychology and the owner of APT. She has worked in mental health for over 20 years and she is an expert in
working with behavioral and emotionally disturbed children, adults, families, and offenders
within the criminal justice system. Dr. Ambroes Pass-Turner is the author of three books and is here to talk about her latest book, Rex’s Journey: Helping Children Understand and Cope with Emotions.

Tune in to learn:
-why it can be scary for a child when they start to feel that they don’t have control over their emotions
- some examples of the aches and pains that children often face as they progress through childhood
-what signs should parents be looking out for
-how parents can discuss and  help their children understand and cope with emotions
-ways  to overcome hurdles when it comes to children embracing the idea of working with a counselor to face their fears and talk to a stranger about them
- that kids are always watching and learning ---you are role models for regulating your own emotions
-how to handle when both parents do not see the benefits of counseling


Learn more about Dr. Ambroes Pass-Turner  and access her books, resources, HERE.

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
Dr. Charlotte Markey  - guest expert

From early childhood boys often feel pressured to be athletic and muscular. But what impact does this have on physical and mental well-being through their teens and beyond?

In this episode, Tara and Anna welcome a special guest expert, Dr. Charlotte Markey. Charlotte speaks with us about body image in kids and teens and discuss her new book that came out this month, Being You: The Body Image Book For Boys (She’s previously written a similar book focusing on girls.)

Tune in to learn:
-what the term “body image” means
-how concerns about bodies and appearances are similar and different for boys and girls
-how can parents/ adults set a good example for kids when it comes to body image (and health more generally)
-how important social media is to kids’ body image? What should parents do about social media?
-some of the myths about body image and the diet and wellness culture
- that muscles don't make a man - it's enough simply being you!

To learn more about Charlotte Markey, you can visit her website at www.CharlotteMarkey.com or connect with her on Facebook (Dr. Charlotte Markey), Twitter (@char_markey), Instagram (@char_markey), or YouTube (Body Positivity).

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 (S4 E20)

Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Deborah Vinall, PsyD, LMFT - guest expert

Do you feel that you are on the receiving end of emotional abuse and looking for ways to heal?

Then this episode is for you. Tara and Anna's very first episode (June 2020) was about Gaslighting and it was such a popular topic that they decided to bring in a guest expert and discuss it even further. The goal is also to learn how you can recover from this emotional abuse and heal yourself.

Today Tara welcomes guest expert, Deborah Vinall, Doctor of Psychology, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a certified EMDR and Brainspotting practitioner. She specializes in helping individuals heal from traumatic life experiences and painful relationship dynamics.  She is here to talk about her book "Gaslighting: A Step-by-Step Recovery Guide to Heal from Emotional Abuse and Build Healthy Relationships".

Tune in to learn more about:

-  How we can recognize if/when someone is gaslighting us?

- Gaslighting myths in relation to  other personality disorders, such as narcissistic personality disorder.

-The “cycle” of gaslighting -love bombing, devaluing, discarding, hoovering

- Why it is important to know that you can’t “fix” an abuser if you just “do things
right,” and why this approach doesn’t work.

- Why establishing healthy boundaries is essential to combatting gaslighting.
To learn more about Deborah's therapy practice, go to https://www.tamarcounselingservices.com/

Website - For parents to learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook -  HERE.
YouTube -  HERE.
Instagram -  HERE.

Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, visit HERE.

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