The Parental Compass: Recent Episodes
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Alice Wamburi, founder of Blossom Beyond Abuse, joins The Compass to discuss raising a family in a new country, navigating cultural differences, preserving family traditions, and helping children build a sense of belonging.
Learn more about Alice's work at https://blossombeyondabuse.org/
Alice Wamburi, founder of Blossom Beyond Abuse, joins The Compass to discuss raising a family in a new country, navigating cultural differences, preserving family traditions, and helping children build a sense of belonging.
Learn more about Alice's work at https://blossombeyondabuse.org/
To celebrate Pride Month, Nathan LaChine and Logan Birge of Coordinated Care join The Compass to discuss LGBTQIA+ allyship, advocacy, and how families can support young people as they navigate identity, belonging, and self-discovery.
To learn more about Coordinated Care, visit www.coordinatedcarehealth.com.
To enroll in Coordinated Care, apply at www.wahealthplanfinder.org.
To celebrate Pride Month, Nathan LaChine and Logan Birge of Coordinated Care join The Compass to discuss LGBTQIA+ allyship, advocacy, and how families can support young people as they navigate identity, belonging, and self-discovery.
To learn more about Coordinated Care, visit www.coordinatedcarehealth.com.
To enroll in Coordinated Care, apply at www.wahealthplanfinder.org.
Aquatics Director of the South Sound YMCA and swim coach Jackie Barrett joins The Compass to discuss helping children build confidence in the water from a young age, the hidden dangers in natural bodies of water, and the importance of understanding personal limits.
Aquatics Director of the South Sound YMCA and swim coach Jackie Barrett joins The Compass to discuss helping children build confidence in the water from a young age, the hidden dangers in natural bodies of water, and the importance of understanding personal limits.
Jennifer Williamson Forrester, Executive Director of the South Sound Reading Foundation, joins The Compass to discuss transforming reluctant readers into book lovers. She shares practical tactics for inspiring young readers and emphasizes the importance of a supportive reading environment.
Jennifer Williamson Forrester, Executive Director of the South Sound Reading Foundation, joins The Compass to discuss transforming reluctant readers into book lovers. She shares practical tactics for inspiring young readers and emphasizes the importance of a supportive reading environment.
Dr. Grace Lim joins The Compass to explain ACEs, also known as Adverse Childhood Experiences. Dr. Lim breaks down what ACEs are and the impact they can have on both your child’s health and your own. She also shares practical steps parents can take to care for themselves first so they can better support their children.
Dr. Grace Lim joins The Compass to explain ACEs, also known as Adverse Childhood Experiences. Dr. Lim breaks down what ACEs are and the impact they can have on both your child’s health and your own. She also shares practical steps parents can take to care for themselves first so they can better support their children.
Life and Leadership Coach Logan Reed joins The Parental Compass to explore how the beliefs we form as children shape our adult lives. Logan shares how outdated beliefs impacted her own journey and how recognizing those patterns became a turning point in her personal growth. She also offers practical tips for examining your own beliefs, building self-awareness, and connecting more deeply with who you are at your core.
To learn more about Logan Reed’s work visit www.loganreedcoaching.com
Life and Leadership Coach Logan Reed joins The Parental Compass to explore how the beliefs we form as children shape our adult lives. Logan shares how outdated beliefs impacted her own journey and how recognizing those patterns became a turning point in her personal growth. She also offers practical tips for examining your own beliefs, building self-awareness, and connecting more deeply with who you are at your core.
To learn more about Logan Reed’s work visit www.loganreedcoaching.com
Barbara Coloroso joins The Compass to share her insights on discipline. Drawing from her work with genocide survivors in Rwanda, Barbara explores the difference between discipline and punishment, the role of accountability, and what it means to keep a child’s dignity intact. To learn more about Barbara's work visit www.kidsareworthit.com Her latest book "Mistakes, Mischief and Mayhem: Creating a Just and Caring School Climate and Culture" is available on Amazon and other retailers.
Barbara Coloroso joins The Compass to share her insights on discipline. Drawing from her work with genocide survivors in Rwanda, Barbara explores the difference between discipline and punishment, the role of accountability, and what it means to keep a child’s dignity intact. To learn more about Barbara's work visit www.kidsareworthit.com Her latest book "Mistakes, Mischief and Mayhem: Creating a Just and Caring School Climate and Culture" is available on Amazon and other retailers.
Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to discuss the importance of community coalitions in prevention. She outlines the key elements for effective coalitions: efficiency, cohesion, opportunities for participation, skill building, goal directedness, and diverse partners.
Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to discuss the importance of community coalitions in prevention. She outlines the key elements for effective coalitions: efficiency, cohesion, opportunities for participation, skill building, goal directedness, and diverse partners.
In part two of our three-part series on Community Activated Prevention, guest Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, discuss practical steps families can take to prevent their children engaging in substance abuse and other risky behaviors.
Topics include family meetings, communicating your values, managing conflicts positively, teaching refusal skills, and creating opportunities for involvement.
In part two of our three-part series on Community Activated Prevention, guest Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, discuss practical steps families can take to prevent their children engaging in substance abuse and other risky behaviors.
Topics include family meetings, communicating your values, managing conflicts positively, teaching refusal skills, and creating opportunities for involvement.
Capetra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to explain Community Activated Prevention. Capetra breaks down risk and protective factors and the role of prevention in supporting youth. She also discusses community coalitions, family engagement, and how data can guide positive change.
Capetra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to explain Community Activated Prevention. Capetra breaks down risk and protective factors and the role of prevention in supporting youth. She also discusses community coalitions, family engagement, and how data can guide positive change.
Samantha Hinger, an autistic advocate and mental health consultant, joins The Compass to share her experiences as both an autistic individual and a parent of a child with autism. She shares insights on supporting sensory needs, building self-regulation, and encouraging flexibility and autonomy.
Samantha Hinger, an autistic advocate and mental health consultant, joins The Compass to share her experiences as both an autistic individual and a parent of a child with autism. She shares insights on supporting sensory needs, building self-regulation, and encouraging flexibility and autonomy.
Shanelle Berry spent her childhood bouncing between over 12 foster homes. Today, she works as a Peer Counselor, helping youth navigate through their trauma and reach towards their goals. Shanelle joins The Parental Compass, to share about her journey and give advice on what foster/kinship parents can do to make a positive impact.
Shanelle Berry spent her childhood bouncing between over 12 foster homes. Today, she works as a Peer Counselor, helping youth navigate through their trauma and reach towards their goals. Shanelle joins The Parental Compass, to share about her journey and give advice on what foster/kinship parents can do to make a positive impact.
Therapist, Author, and Parenting Educator Beth Tyson shares insights on how emotional safety and connection help young people heal from trauma. She highlights the importance of repairing relationships and explores the concept of ambiguous loss. Tyson also offers practical strategies to help children process grief and maintain healthy connections.
To learn more about Beth's work, visit www.bethtyson.com.
Therapist, Author, and Parenting Educator Beth Tyson shares insights on how emotional safety and connection help young people heal from trauma. She highlights the importance of repairing relationships and explores the concept of ambiguous loss. Tyson also offers practical strategies to help children process grief and maintain healthy connections.
To learn more about Beth's work visit www.bethtyson.com.
Licensed mental health counselor Katie Lorz shares the importance of emotional literacy for both parents and children. She offers tips on building an emotional vocabulary, modeling emotional regulation, and introduces her new book, 'Holistic Wellbeing: A Guide to Being Intentionally Mentally Well.'
To learn more about Katie or purchase her book, visit www.counselinginwashington.com
Licensed mental health counselor Katie Lorz shares the importance of emotional literacy for both parents and children. She offers tips on building an emotional vocabulary, modeling emotional regulation, and introduces her new book, 'Holistic Wellbeing: A Guide to Being Intentionally Mentally Well.'
To learn more about Katie or purchase her book, visit www.counselinginwashington.com
Community Educator Nathan LaChine and Therapist Karina StarkHart discuss their collaborative workbook, 'Internet Safety with Olivia and Friends,' which aims to educate preteens and their parents about online safety. They highlight the importance of proactive conversations, mutual learning, and building a relationship with your child rooted in support.
Community Educator Nathan LaChine and Therapist Karina StarkHart discuss their collaborative workbook, 'Internet Safety with Olivia and Friends,' which aims to educate preteens and their parents about online safety. They highlight the importance of proactive conversations, mutual learning, and building a relationship with your child rooted in support.
Ambrosia and Natalia share their journeys through the child welfare system. They discuss overcoming addiction and trauma to reunite with their children. Their story emphasizes the importance of hope, setting small goals, and building a supportive community.
Ambrosia and Natalya share their journeys through the child welfare system. They discuss overcoming addiction and trauma to reunite with their children. Their story emphasizes the importance of hope, setting small goals, and building a supportive community.
For 35 years, Magi Graziano has worked with businesses and individuals to overcome personal and professional barriers. She joins The Compass to discuss how these same concepts apply to parenting. Margi speaks about aligning with your purpose, self-awareness, and response-agility.
To learn more about Magi's work, visit www.margaretgraziano.com
For 35 years, Margi Graziano has worked with businesses and individuals to overcome personal and professional barriers. She joins The Compass to discuss how these same concepts apply to parenting. Margi speaks about aligning with your purpose, self-awareness, and response-agility.
To learn more about Magi's work, visit www.margaretgraziano.com
Co-parenting coach Amy Armstrong joins The Compass to discuss setting and modeling healthy boundaries for both adults and children. She shares the concept of 'yes energy,' practical boundary-setting strategies, and the importance of emotional regulation. Tune in for insightful tips from her upcoming book, Mastering Boundaries. To learn more about Amy Armstrong's work visit www.thecenterforfamilyresolution.com
Co-parenting coach Amy Armstrong joins The Compass to discuss setting and modeling healthy boundaries for both adults and children. She shares the concept of 'yes energy,' practical boundary-setting strategies, and the importance of emotional regulation.
Tune in for insightful tips from her upcoming book, Mastering Boundaries. To learn more about Amy Armstrong's work visit www.thecenterforfamilyresolution.com
Jon Tunheim discusses how parents can foster hope in children by encouraging imagination, celebrating achievements, and setting attainable goals. He addresses the impact of trauma, explains hope-building strategies, and emphasizes the long-term benefits of hope for academic success and personal growth.
Jon Tunheim discusses how parents can foster hope in children by encouraging imagination, celebrating achievements, and setting attainable goals. He addresses the impact of trauma, explains hope-building strategies, and emphasizes the long-term benefits of hope for academic success and personal growth.
In this episode, Shelly Willis, Executive Director of Family Education and Support Services, discusses how to identify and manage anxiety in children. She shares practical strategies for parents and caregivers, emphasizing the importance of modeling coping skills, building resilience, and fostering strong support systems.
To learn more about Shelly's work, visit www.familyess.org.
In this episode, Shelly Willis, Executive Director of Family Education and Support Services, discusses how to identify and manage anxiety in children. She shares practical strategies for parents and caregivers, emphasizing the importance of modeling coping skills, building resilience, and fostering strong support systems.
To learn more about Shelly's work, visit www.familyess.org.
Parenting Coach Melissa Benaroya shares strategies to help children feel comfortable during family gatherings, including preparing them for new faces, respecting their boundaries, and balancing breaks. She stresses the importance of setting realistic expectations and planning ahead for a stress-free holiday.
To learn more about Melissa’s work visit www.melissabenaroya.com
Parenting Coach Melissa Benaroya shares strategies to help children feel comfortable during family gatherings, including preparing them for new faces, respecting their boundaries, and balancing breaks. She stresses the importance of setting realistic expectations and planning ahead for a stress-free holiday.
To learn more about Melissa’s work visit www.melissabenaroya.com
Julie Ross shares valuable tips on effective communication and understanding your child's needs. She offers insights into the natural individuation process and emphasizes the importance of listening to truly connect with your tween.
Julie Ross shares valuable tips on effective communication and understanding your child's needs. She offers insights into the natural individuation process and emphasizes the importance of listening to truly connect with your tween.
Lori Thompson, Regional Administrator with the Capital STEM Alliance of ESD 113, discusses common job search mistakes, interview tips, and effective ways parents can support their children entering the workforce. Drawing on her extensive experience working with employers and job seekers, Thompson offers practical advice on making meaningful career connections and exploring alternative career paths beyond college.
Lori Thompson, Regional Administrator with the Capital STEM Alliance of ESD 113, discusses common job search mistakes, interview tips, and effective ways parents can support their children entering the workforce. Drawing on her extensive experience working with employers and job seekers, Thompson offers practical advice on making meaningful career connections and exploring alternative career paths beyond college.
Jason Kane, a specialist in counseling psychology, shares his extensive experience working with families impacted by domestic violence. Drawing from both his professional background and personal history, Kane discusses the significance of naming abusive behaviors, creating accountability, and promoting genuine transformative change within families.
Jason Kane, a specialist in counseling psychology, shares his extensive experience working with families impacted by domestic violence. Drawing from both his professional background and personal history, Kane discusses the significance of naming abusive behaviors, creating accountability, and promoting genuine transformative change within families.
In this episode, Bobby Williams speaks with Cheryl Vandegriff and Alex Steffens about their work on the Autistic Maslow's Triangle. Cheryl, who has autism, and Alex, a specialist in early childhood education with an autistic son, discuss the need to prioritize mental needs over physical ones for neurodivergent individuals.
They delve into the importance of community and family support, implementing sensory diets, and the concept of masking. They also share practical advice on preventing meltdowns and adjusting home environments to better support autistic children.
In this episode, Bobby Williams speaks with Cheryl Vandegriff and Alex Steffens about their work on the Autistic Maslow's Triangle. Cheryl, who has autism, and Alex, a specialist in early childhood education with an autistic son, discuss the need to prioritize mental needs over physical ones for neurodivergent individuals.
They delve into the importance of community and family support, implementing sensory diets, and the concept of masking. They also share practical advice on preventing meltdowns and adjusting home environments to better support autistic children.
Dr. Robert Pressman, a Pediatric Board Certified Psychologist and author, speaks about his book, 'How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything, With Just Three Words.'
Dr. Pressman discusses a research-backed approach known as ' what's the rule?,' which helps parents establish clear, doable, time-related, reinforceable, and consistently applied rules. He emphasizes the importance of consistency and reinforcement in nurturing positive behaviors, while cautioning against common distractions or 'red herrings.'
To purchase Dr. Pressman's book, go to https://www.amazon.com/How-Your-Anything-Just-Words/dp/0983218366
Dr. Robert Pressman, a Pediatric Board Certified Psychologist and author, speaks about his book, 'How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything, With Just Three Words.'
Dr. Pressman discusses a research-backed approach known as ' what's the rule?,' which helps parents establish clear, doable, time-related, reinforceable, and consistently applied rules. He emphasizes the importance of consistency and reinforcement in nurturing positive behaviors, while cautioning against common distractions or 'red herrings.'
To purchase Dr. Pressman's book, go to https://www.amazon.com/How-Your-Anything-Just-Words/dp/0983218366
Suzzie Vehrs is a Doula and Pregnancy Educator who has been present for over two hundred births.
Suzzie joins The Compass to discuss nutrition during pregnancy including foods to avoid, how many extra calories are necessary, and staying on budget.
To learn more about Suzzie's work visit www.shebirthsbravely.com
Suzzie Vehrs is a Doula and Pregnancy Educator who has been present for over two hundred births.
Suzzie joins The Compass to discuss nutrition during pregnancy including foods to avoid, how many extra calories are necessary, and staying on budget.
To learn more about Suzzie's work visit https://shebirthsbravely.com.
Marc Groman, Senior Advisor to the White House during Obama and a professor at Georgetown Law School, joins The Compass to discuss Cyber Bullying.
Marc explains the importance of your relationship with your child, where cyberbullying happens, and how to monitor internet use without violating a child's privacy.
Marc Groman, Senior Advisor to the White House during Obama and a professor at Georgetown Law School, joins The Compass to discuss Cyber Bullying.
Marc explains the importance of your relationship with your child, where cyberbullying happens, and how to monitor internet use without violating a child's privacy.
Amanda Phinny has worked with youth in foster care professionally for the last 20 years. For the past six years, she has been a foster parent herself, fostering over 20 children. Amanda share her perspective on what to consider before fostering, remaining compassionate towards bio-parents, and the joys of providing a young person a home.
Amanda Phinny has worked with youth in foster care professionally for the last 20 years. For the past six years, she has been a foster parent herself, fostering over 20 children. Amanda share her perspective on what to consider before fostering, remaining compassionate towards bio-parents, and the joys of providing a young person a home.
To learn more about Amanda's work search "Community Youth Services" on social media.
David Lewis (Psychologist & Former Behavioral Health Director for Seattle Public Schools) joins The Compass is discuss parenting styles. David speaks on balancing your approach to leave your child with a strong sense of self-worth.
David Lewis (Psychologist & Former Behavioral Health Director for Seattle Public Schools) joins The Compass is discuss parenting styles. David speaks on balancing your approach to leave your child with a strong sense of self-worth.
Richard Capriola (Addiction Counselor and Author of "The Addicted Child") explains how to speak with your children about drug abuse in a way that THEY WILL LISTEN! Richard also discusses mental health, warning signs, and the incredible danger of fentanyl.
To Learn more about Richard's work and purchase his book visit, www.helptheaddictedchild.com
Richard Capriola (Addiction Counselor and Author of "The Addicted Child") explains how to speak with your children about drug abuse in a way that THEY WILL LISTEN! Richard also discusses mental health, warning signs, and the incredible danger of fentanyl.
To Learn more about Richard's work and purchase his book visit, www.helptheaddictedchild.com
Best-selling author Barbara Coloroso returns to The Compass to explain how bribes and threats (rewards and punishments) are two sides of the same coin. She proves to build your child's sense of self, leaving them to want to do the right thing.
To learn more about Barbara's work, visit www.kidsareworthit.com
For a handout on today's topic, go to http://www.kidsareworthit.com/services.html
Best-selling author Barbara Coloroso returns to The Compass to explain how bribes and threats (rewards and punishments) are two sides of the same coin. She proves to build your child's sense of self, leaving them to want to do the right thing.
To learn more about Barbara's work, visit www.kidsareworthit.com
For a handout on today's topic, go to http://www.kidsareworthit.com/services.html
Emily Drake (host of The Who's Missing Podcast & mental health clinician) joins The Compass to share her experiences with suicidal ideation. Emily discusses how it felt during her darkest moments and her journey of perseverance.
To learn more about Emily Drake's work, visit:
https://www.whosmissingpodcast.com/
https://www.thecollective-academy.com/
Emily Drake (host of The Who's Missing Podcast & mental health clinician) joins The Compass to share her experiences with suicidal ideation. Emily discusses how it felt during her darkest moments and her journey of perseverance.
To learn more about Emily Drake's work, visit:
https://www.whosmissingpodcast.com/
https://www.thecollective-academy.com/
Dr. Paul Offit is a pediatric scientist who co-invented the Roto-virus vaccine, which is attributed with saving millions of lives across the world. Dr. Offit joins The Compass to answer questions we still have about the pandemic, tips for keeping your family healthy, and new information about the COVID-19 vaccine.
To learn more about Dr. Paul Offit’s work, visit www.paul-offit.com.
Dr. Paul Offit is a pediatric scientist who co-invented the Roto-virus vaccine, which is attributed with saving millions of lives across the world. Dr. Offit joins The Compass to answer questions we still have about the pandemic, tips for keeping your family healthy, and new information about the COVID-19 vaccine.
To learn more about Dr. Paul Offit’s work, visit www.paul-offit.com.
Academic Advisor and Early Career Specialist Ana Homayoun joins The Compass to discuss her new book "Erasing the Finish Line." Ana shares about helping young people develop practical solutions to promote purposeful learning. She also discusses developing routines, impulse control, healthy social relationships, and more.
To learn more about Ana Homayoun's work, visit www.erasingthefinishline.com.
Ana will be a keynote speaker at The FESS Strengthening Families Virtual Conference on Friday, Nov 3rd. To purchase your ticket, visit www.familyess.org.
Academic Advisor and Early Career Specialist Ana Homayoun joins The Compass to discuss her new book "Erasing the Finish Line." Ana shares about helping young people develop practical solutions to promote purposeful learning. She also discusses developing routines, impulse control, healthy social relationships, and more.
To learn more about Ana Homayoun's work, visit www.erasingthefinishline.com.
Ana will be a keynote speaker at The FESS Strengthening Families Virtual Conference on Friday, Nov 3rd. To purchase your ticket, visit www.strengtheningfamiliesconference.org
Children's Author Meredith Rusu joins The Compass to discuss her new book "There's a Yeti in My Tummy." The story focuses on social-emotional learning by helping preschoolers embrace their BIG feelings. Meredith shares her insights on parenting young children and teachers' positive impact on young lives.
To learn more about Meredith Rusu's work, visit www.meredithrusu.com or find her on Instagram @MeredithRusuWrites.
Children's Author Meredith Rusu joins The Compass to discuss her new book "There's a Yeti in My Tummy." The story focuses on social-emotional learning by helping preschoolers embrace their BIG feelings. Meredith shares her insights on parenting young children and teachers' positive impact on young lives.
To learn more about Meredith Rusu's work, visit www.meredithrusu.com or find her on Instagram @MeredithRusuWrites.
Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum, author of "The Nurture Revolution," joins The Compass to discuss common nurturing myths and alternatives parents can try. Dr. Kirshenbaum explains what it means to gaslight your baby, parent's brain development and why newborns can't self-soothe.
To learn more about Dr. Kirshenbaum's work, follow her on Instagram @nurture_neuroscience_parenting
or visit her website www.nurture-neuroscience.com
Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum, author of "The Nurture Revolution," joins The Compass to discuss common nurturing myths and alternatives parents can try. Dr. Kirshenbaum explains what it means to gaslight your baby, parent's brain development and why newborns can't self-soothe.
To learn more about Dr. Kirshenbaum's work, follow her on Instagram @nurture_neuroscience_parenting
or visit her website www.nurture-neuroscience.com
Content creator and author Brooke Romney joins The Compass to discuss teaching your teen "modern manners" aka life skills that will help them develop into successful adults.
Brooke speaks on her books "52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens" Vol. I & 11. She also shares a ton of helpful tips that you can start working with your teen on today.
To follow Brooke, go to her Instagram page @brookeromneywrites or her website www.brookeromney.com
Content creator and author Brooke Romney joins The Compass to discuss teaching your teen "modern manners" aka life skills that will help them develop into successful adults.
Brooke speaks on her books "52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens" Vol. I & 11. She also shares a ton of helpful tips that you can start working with your teen on today.
To follow Brooke, go to her Instagram page @brookeromneywrites or her website www.brookeromney.com
Jay Gabrani (of Prepared Fathers) discusses important financial concepts for the whole family. Do my parents have a will? How much should I share with my teen about the family’s finances? Will I ever be able to retire? These ideas and more are explored in this week’s Compass.
To learn more about “critical financial mistakes parents make and how to avoid them” visit www.preparedfathers.com/compass
Jay Gabrani (of Prepared Fathers) discusses important financial concepts for the whole family. Do my parents have a will? How much should I share with my teen about the family’s finances? Will I ever be able to retire? These ideas and more are explored in this week’s Compass.
To learn more about “critical financial mistakes parents make and how to avoid them” visit www.preparedfathers.com/compass
Activities and passions can help give a young person's life meaning. Clinical psychologist Dr. Melanie McNally joins The Compass to share her insights about developing passions, grit, and helping your child think through their emotions.
You can learn more about Dr. Melanie McNally's work by visiting www.destinationyou.com
Activities and passions can help give a young person's life meaning. Clinical psychologist Dr. Melanie McNally joins The Compass to share her insights about developing passions, grit, and helping your child think through their emotions.
You can learn more about Dr. Melanie McNally's work by visiting www.destinationyou.com
Many of the conflicts between parents and children can be traced back to communication challenges. Cole Johnson (therapist with Behavioral Health Resources in Grays Harbor County) shares in insights into how brains are wired differently and steps you can take towards harmony.
Many of the conflicts between parents and children can be traced back to communication challenges. Cole Johnson (therapist with Behavioral Health Resources in Grays Harbor County) shares in insights into how brains are wired differently and steps you can take towards harmony.
Richard Capriola is a clinical addictions counselor and author of the book "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse." He joins The Compass to explain the brain psychology behind why youth abuse substances, how to explains your concerns, and steps to provide support.
To learn more about Richard's work and to find his workbook visit www.helptheaddictedchild.com
Richard Capriola is a clinical addictions counselor and author of the book "The Addicted Child: A Parents Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse." He joins The Compass to explain the brain psychology behind why youth abuse substances, how to explains your concerns, and steps to provide support.
To learn more about Richard's work and to find his workbook visit www.helptheaddictedchild.com
Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.
Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.
Barbara Coloroso joins the Parental Compass to discussing bullying, the dynamics around their behavior and how to intervene.
To learn more about bullying and a variety of other parenting topics from Barbara Coloroso visit http://www.kidsareworthit.com/
https://familyess.org/theparentalcompass/
Barbara Coloroso joins the Parental Compass to discussing bullying, the dynamics around their behavior and how to intervene.
To learn more about bullying and a variety of other parenting topics from Barbara Coloroso visit http://www.kidsareworthit.com/
http://Familyess.org/theparentalcompass
It’s become a modern fact of life. Children love their screens. However, these devices come with a whole host of challenges. How do you set limits? Are they staying safe online? What about the computers at school?
Author and educator Emily Cherkin, The Screen Time Consult, shares her perspective on technology conversations with your children, parental controls, and much more.
It’s become a modern fact of life. Children love their screens. However, these devices come with a whole host of challenges. How do you set limits? Are they staying safe online? What about the computers at school?
Author and educator Emily Cherkin, The Screen Time Consult, shares her perspective on technology conversations with your children, parental controls, and much more.
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Hilary Cash is the founder of ReStart, a residential treatment for video gaming addicts. This week on the show, she discusses what gaming addiction looks like, the odds of becoming a professional gamer, and steps you can take to help a loved one. (www.restartlife.com)
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Hilary Cash is the founder of ReStart, a residential treatment for video gaming addicts. This week on the show, she discusses gaming addiction, the odds of becoming a professional gamer, and steps you can take to help a loved one. (www.restartlife.com)
The use of Fentanyl has become a rising drug epidemic in our country. Tall Cop, aka Jermaine Calloway, is an 18-year police force veteran. He now travels the country to educate about drug abuse and prevention. Tall Cop compass joins The Compass to share his insights about fentanyl, what’s happening in the streets, and strategies to stop your children from using drugs as adults.
The use of Fentanyl has become a rising epidemic in our country. Tall Cop, aka Jermaine Calloway, is an 18-year police force veteran. He now travels the country to educate about drug abuse and prevention. Tall Cop compass joins The Compass to share his insights about fentanyl, what’s happening in the streets, and strategies to stop your children from using drugs as adults.
Nellie Harden (nellieharden.com) is an author who hosts workshops for parents from across the country. She joins The Compass to explain steps you can take to instill in your daughter with a sense of self-worth and confidence. Nellie discusses brain development, dating, and ensuring your daughter feels ‘seen.’
Nellie Harden (nellieharden.com) is an author who hosts workshops for parents from across the country. She joins The Compass to explain steps you can take to instill in your daughter with a sense of self-worth and confidence. Nellie discusses brain development, dating, and ensuring your daughter feels ‘seen.’
Dr. Lisa Smith is an advocate, author, and psychology professor at the University of Arizona. Dr. Smith joins The Compass to share her insights on steps to keep your child safe, what to do if an incident happens, and why reporting is so important.
Dr. Lisa Smith is an advocate, author, and psychology professor at the University of Arizona. Dr. Smith joins The Compass to share her insights on steps to keep your child safe, what to do if an incident happens, and why reporting is so important.
Jan Steward was a career-oriented woman who worked on both Wall Street and Bay Street (in Canada). Jan joins The Compass to share how her life changed when she had children with extreme mental health disorders and words of wisdom for other parents in similar situations.
Jan’s upcoming book, Hold on Tight: A Parent's Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness, is available for pre-order on Amazon. You can learn more about her work by visiting https://janstewartauthor.com/
Jan Steward was a career-oriented woman who worked on both Wall Street and Bay Street (in Canada). Jan joins The Compass to share how her life changed when she had children with extreme mental health disorders and words of wisdom for other parents in similar situations.
Jan’s upcoming book, Hold on Tight: A Parent's Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness, is available for pre-order on Amazon. You can learn more about her work by visiting https://janstewartauthor.com/
As parents, it’s easy to underestimate how much work having a dog really is. Professional dog trainer Jake Schneider joins The Compass to discuss the right time to get a dog, pet/child dynamics, and the value dogs can bring to your family’s lives.
You can learn more about Jake's work by visiting www.ondogtrainingacademy.com.
As parents, it’s easy to underestimate how much work having a dog really is. Professional dog trainer Jake Snyder joins The Compass to discuss the right time to get a dog, pet/child dynamics, and the value dogs can bring to your family’s lives.
You can learn more about Jake’s work by visiting www.OnDogTrainingAcademy.com
Alfie Kohn is the author of several books including Punished by Rewards and Unconditional Parenting. He joins The Compass to explain how the traditional “do this and you’ll get that” approach to parenting may get temporary compliance by does not help your child long-term.
To learn more about Alfie Kohn’s work visit www.alfiekohn.org
Alfie Kohn is the author of several books, including Punished by Rewards and Unconditional Parenting. He joins The Compass to explain how the traditional “do this and you’ll get that” approach to parenting may get temporary compliance by does not help your child long-term.
To learn more about Alfie Kohn’s work, visit www.alfiekohn.org
Alayna (who is 19) and Melissa (who is 54) both suffered from eating disorders growing up. They join to share their multigenerational perspective on eating disorder warning signs, underlying causes, and paths toward recovery.
To find Alayna and Melissa’s book “FULL: Overcoming Our Eating Disorders to Fully Live" go to www.blackumbrellawellness.com.
Alayna (who is 19) and Melissa (who is 54) both suffered from eating disorders growing up. They join to share their multigenerational perspective on eating disorder warning signs, underlying causes, and paths toward recovery.
To find Alayna and Melissa’s book “FULL: Overcoming Our Eating Disorders to Fully Live" go to www.blackumbrellawellness.com.
Family conflict, the loss of a loved one, and the pressures of materialism. All of these can make the holidays a difficult time of year. Accomplished author Barbara Coloroso (www.kidsareworthit.com) joins The Compass to discuss navigating these challenges in a way that honors and respects everyone, including yourself.
Family conflict, the loss of a loved one, and the pressures of materialism. All of these can make the holidays a difficult time of year. Accomplished author Barbara Coloroso (www.kidsareworthit.com) joins The Compass to discuss navigating these challenges in a way that honors and respects everyone, including yourself.
In middle school, social relationships become a lot more complicated. It is a time when many friendships start to change.
Jessica Speer is the award-winning author of BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girl's Guide to Happy Friendships and Middle School- Safety Goggles Advised. She joins The Compass to discuss how to best support your child navigate their social relationships through this difficult period.
To learn more about Jessica's work, visit https://jessicaspeer.com/
In middle school, social relationships become a lot more complicated. It is a time when many friendships start to change.
Jessica Speer is the award-winning author of BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girl's Guide to Happy Friendships and Middle School- Safety Goggles Advised. She joins The Compass to discuss how to best support your child navigate their social relationships through this difficult period.
To learn more about Jessica's work, visit https://jessicaspeer.com/
We all want to raise empathetic, grateful, and grounded children. Natalie Silverstein is the author of the Simple Acts Guide book series. (simpleactsguide.com)
Natalie joins The Compass to discuss volunteerism, modeling empathetic behaviors, and how you can include helping others in your family's busy life.
We all want to raise empathetic, grateful, and grounded children. Natalie Silverstein is the author of the Simple Acts Guide book series. (simpleactsguide.com)
Natalie joins The Compass to discuss volunteerism, modeling empathetic behaviors, and how you can include helping others in your family's busy life.
This week The Parental Compass is coming to you LIVE from the Strengthening Families Conference. Our guest, Dr. Devorah Heitner, is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive and Survive in Their Digital World and the forthcoming, Growing Up In Public (2023) and has published articles about kids and tech in the Washington Post, CNN Opinion, and The New York Times. Dr. Devorah Heitner discusses how to navigate raising children in the digital age.
For more information about Devorah’s work visit
www.devorahheitner.com
This week The Parental Compass is coming to you LIVE from the Strengthening Families Conference. Our guest, Dr. Devorah Heitner, is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive and Survive in Their Digital World and the forthcoming, Growing Up In Public (2023) and has published articles about kids and tech in the Washington Post, CNN Opinion, and The New York Times. Dr. Devorah Heitner discusses how to navigate raising children in the digital age.
For more information about Devorah’s work visit
www.devorahheitner.com
Child Psychologist and author Mona Delahooke joins The Compass to discuss supporting neurodivergent youth through relational safety, advocacy, and approaching situations with empathy.
Child Psychologist and author Mona Delahooke joins The Compass to discuss supporting neurodivergent youth through relational safety, advocacy, and approaching situations with empathy.
When your child is misbehaving, it is not because they want to do bad but rather because they don’t yet have the skills to meet expectations. Kim Hopkins of Lives in the Balance (www.livesinthebalance.com) joins The Compass to discuss Collaborative and Proactive Solutions.
When your child misbehaves, it is not because they want to do bad but because they don’t yet have the skills to meet expectations. Kim Hopkins of Lives in the Balance (www.livesinthebalance.com) joins The Compass to discuss Collaborative and Proactive Solutions.
This week The Parental Compass meets The Parent Compass.
Cindy Muchnick, the author of the book The Parent Compass, joins the show to discuss how to be supportive of your child’s academics while not becoming so involved that it becomes disempowering. She also speaks on encouraging your child to follow their passions and be their own advocate.
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This week The Parental Compass meets The Parent Compass.
Cindy Muchnick, the author of the book The Parent Compass, joins the show to discuss how to be supportive of your child’s academics while not becoming so involved that it becomes disempowering. She also speaks on encouraging your child to follow their passions and be their own advocate.
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Andrea Dorn, the author of When Someone Dies: A Children's Mindful How-To Guide on Greif and Loss, joins The Compass to discuss speaking with children about death, tools for them to process emotions, and how to honor a person's memory.
To learn more about Andrea's work, visit https://www.andreadorn.com/
Andrea Dorn, the author of When Someone Dies: A Children's Mindful How-To Guide on Greif and Loss, joins The Compass to discuss speaking with children about death, tools for them to process emotions, and how to honor a person's memory.
To learn more about Andrea's work, visit https://www.andreadorn.com/
Jessica Lahey is a best-selling author, writer for the New York Times, parent, and recovering alcoholic. She joins The Compass to share what she's learned about preventing addiction in her own children. Jessica explains speaking with your child about addiction, the less thought about risk factors and building up protections.
Jessica Lahey is a best-selling author, writer for the New York Times, parent, and recovering alcoholic. She joins The Compass to share what she's learned about preventing addiction in her children. Jessica explains speaking with your child about addiction, the less thought about risk factors and building up protections.
As a parent, it is easy to be critical of yourself. The mistakes always seem to stand out more than the successes!
This week The Compass is joined by best-selling author Carla Naumburg. Carla discusses how to practice self-compassion and her newly released book, “You Are Not A Sh*tty Parent.”
To find Carla Naumburg’s new book and learn more about her work, visit https://www.carlanaumburg.com/
As a parent, it is easy to be critical of yourself. The mistakes always seem to stand out more than the successes!
This week The Compass is joined by best-selling author Carla Naumburg. Carla discusses how to practice self-compassion and her newly released book, “You Are Not A Sh*tty Parent.”
To find Carla Naumburg’s new book and learn more about her work, visit https://www.carlanaumburg.com/
When a child has had their trust broken, especially by closest to them, that trauma can dramatically impact their behavior. Guest Penny Michel and Stephanie Rodriguez join The Compass to discuss Trust Based Relational Intervention and share their strategies for support.
To learn more about TBRI visit
https://child.tcu.edu/about-us/tbri/#sthash.2ECok5EB.d5fdsifQ.dpbs
Or sign up for a training at
https://cpe.socialwork.uw.edu/alliance-courses/content/trust-based-relational-intervention-introduction-and-overview-tbri#group-tabs-node-course-default1
When a child has had their trust broken, especially by closest to them, that trauma can dramatically impact their behavior. Guest Penny Michel and Stephanie Rodriguez join The Compass to discuss Trust Based Relational Intervention and share their strategies for support.
To learn more about TBRI visit
https://child.tcu.edu/about-us/tbri/#sthash.2ECok5EB.d5fdsifQ.dpbs
Or sign up for a training at
https://cpe.socialwork.uw.edu/alliance-courses/content/trust-based-relational-intervention-introduction-and-overview-tbri#group-tabs-node-course-default1
Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support.
To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca
Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support.
To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca
Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness.
To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com
Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness.
To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com
This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions.
This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio.
To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org.
To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tongue Radio and beyond, visit www.razortonguemedia.com.
This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions.
This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio.
To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org.
To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tongue Radio and beyond, visit www.razortonguemedia.com.
This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions.
This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio.
To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org.
To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tongue Radio and beyond, visit www.razortonguemedia.com.
Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.
Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.
Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex?
Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.
Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex?
Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.
Physical therapist Sally Carman joins The Compass to explain children's sensory challenges and strategies for offering support. She discusses sensory systems that are less understood but greatly impact a young person’s quality of life.
Physical therapist Sally Carman joins The Compass to explain children's sensory challenges and strategies for offering support. She discusses sensory systems that are less understood but greatly impact a young person’s quality of life.
Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.
Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.
Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, it can be tough to know where to turn when your child is struggling.
Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support.
For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org
Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, knowing where to turn when your child is struggling can be tough.
Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support.
For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org
Natasha Tarpley, author of the best-selling children’s book “I Love My Hair,” joins The Compass to discuss encouraging your children to be their authentic selves. Natasha shares wisdom she gained growing up, the inspiration behind her stories, and creating safe environments where children can thrive.
www.NatashaTarpleyWrites.com
Natasha Tarpley, author of the best-selling children’s book “I Love My Hair,” joins The Compass to discuss encouraging your children to be their authentic selves. Natasha shares wisdom she gained growing up, the inspiration behind her stories, and creating safe environments where children can thrive.
www.NatashaTarpleyWrites.com
As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.”
Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.
As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.”
Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.
As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong.
Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: a Parents Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope.
To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com.
As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong.
Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: a Parents Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope.
To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com.
This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them.
For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass
This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them.
For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass
Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference.
Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein (www.AllyParenting.com) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations.
Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference.
Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein (www.AllyParenting.com) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations.
As an actor, teacher, and advocate, James Miles has had several mentors help him along the way. He now leads Mentor Washington, an organization that helps connect thousands of youth with quality mentors.
James joins The Compass to discuss his journey, qualities that make a good mentor, and the impact someone taking you under their wing can have.
As an actor, teacher, and advocate, James Miles has had several mentors help him along the way. He now leads Mentor Washington, an organization that helps connect thousands of youth with quality mentors.
James joins The Compass to discuss his journey, qualities that make a good mentor, and the impact someone taking you under their wing can have.
Between movies, music, and other media, it can feel like marijuana is everywhere. It can be hard to get to the facts with all the messages your children receive.
Jason Kilmer (Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Washington) joins The Compass to explain weed, its impact on the brain, and how to approach speaking with your children.
For more information about supporting your children, visit:
www.StartTalkingNow.Org
www.LearnAboutMarijuanaWA.Org
www.CollegeParentsMatter.Org
Between movies, music, and other media, it can feel like marijuana is everywhere. It can be hard to get to the facts with all the messages your children receive.
Jason Kilmer (Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Washington) joins The Compass to explain weed, its impact on the brain, and how to approach speaking with your children.
For more information about supporting your children, visit:
www.StartTalkingNow.Org
www.LearnAboutMarijuanaWA.Org
www.CollegeParentsMatter.Org
Vaping rates among teenagers are at an all-time high. This week, Amy Taylor of the Truth Initiative (www.truthinitiative.org) joins The Compass to discuss vaping’s impact on mental health, how much is still unknown about vaping, and how to speak with your children without a finger waving approach.
Vaping rates among teenagers are at an all-time high. This week, Amy Taylor of the Truth Initiative (www.truthinitiative.org) joins The Compass to discuss vaping’s impact on mental health, how much is still unknown about vaping, and how to speak with your children without a finger waving approach.
In the midst of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas we decided to release our episode with Officer Tyler Boling.
Since Columbine, there have been over 280 school shootings in America. Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.
In the midst of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas we decided to release our episode with Officer Tyler Boling.
Since Columbine, there have been over 280 school shootings in America. Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.
Education Specialist Matt Gale (of Treehouse) joins The Compass to share how you can work with schools AS A TEAM to better support your child. Matt discusses education cultures, how you can advocate, and how much of a difference having one adult your child likes at school can make.
Education Specialist, Matt Gale (of Treehouse) joins The Compass to share how you can work with schools AS A TEAM to better support your child. Matt discusses education cultures, how you can advocate, and how much of a difference having one adult your child likes at school can make.
There are so many new things to learn when adopting a new dog. The challenge is that dogs don’t speak the same language as us, and it can be tough to understand what their actions are telling you.
Lori Carmen of Dream Dogs is a professional pet trainer. She also trains animals for films and movies. Lori joins The Compass to break down the challenges of having a new dog and explains what steps you can take to include them as part of your family successfully.
There are so many new things to learn when adopting a new dog. The challenge is that dogs don’t speak the same language as us, and it can be tough to understand what their actions are telling you.
Lori Carmen of Dream Dogs is a professional pet trainer. She also trains animals for films and movies. Lori joins The Compass to break down the challenges of having a new dog and explains what steps you can take to include them as part of your family successfully.
So often the conversation around infertility can focus on the medical side, but what about the emotional challenges it brings? Therapist Alicia Ferris (simplejoycounseling.com) joins The Compass to share her experiences and what she has learned through her journey.
So often the conversation around infertility can focus on the medical side, but what about the emotional challenges it brings? Therapist Alicia Ferris (simplejoycounseling.com) joins The Compass to share her experiences and what she has learned through her journey.
For many parents, it can be tough to know how to best support transgender children.
Aytch Denaro (Clinical Social Worker) and Anna Boomgaarden (Clinical Nurse) from the Gender Health Clinic at Mary Bridge’s Children’s Hospital join The Compass to discuss parents' initial hesitancies, why chosen names and pronouns are so important, and navigating extended family.
For many parents, it can be tough to know how to best support transgender children.
Aytch Denaro (Clinical Social Worker) and Anna Boomgaarden (Clinical Nurse) from the Gender Health Clinic at Mary Bridge’s Children’s Hospital join The Compass to discuss parents' initial hesitancies, why chosen names and pronouns are so important, and navigating extended family.
A child’s brain is nearly fully developed before turning five years old. How can you make the most of such a critical time as a parent?
Daniel Torres from the Bezos Family Foundation joins The Compass to speak about Vroom. The Vroom app provides parents with ideas on how to engage their child’s mind that are backed by brain science.
To learn more about Vroom, visit www.Vroom.org
A child’s brain is nearly fully developed before turning five years old. How can you make the most of such a critical time as a parent?
Daniel Torres from the Bezos Family Foundation joins The Compass to speak about Vroom. The Vroom app provides parents with ideas on how to engage their child’s mind that are backed by brain science.
To learn more about Vroom, visit www.Vroom.org
Kristy Dees is the founder of Heart Strides, a non-profit organization that teaches therapeutic horsemanship. Her organization works with youth who have experienced incarceration and other extreme mental health challenges.
Kristy joins The Compass to explain how horses can read your emotions, help you be present in your own body, and eventually heal from trauma.
www.heartstridestherapeutichorsemanship.com
Kristy Dees is the founder of Heart Strides, a non-profit organization that teaches therapeutic horsemanship. Her organization works with youth who have experienced incarceration and other extreme mental health challenges.
Kristy joins The Compass to explain how horses can read your emotions, help you be present in your own body, and eventually heal from trauma.
www.heartstridestherapeutichorsemanship.com
Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.
Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.
Allana Robinson (www.allanarobinson.com) is a coach for parents with young children. She joins The Compass to discuss self-regulation strategies, why timeouts aren’t effective, and coping tools when your child has a sensory overload.
Allana Robinson (www.allanarobinson.com) is a coach for parents with young children. She joins The Compass to discuss self-regulation strategies, why timeouts aren’t effective, and coping tools when your child has a sensory overload.
Three years ago, Victoria's children were placed into foster care. Through a lot of work on herself and a positive relationship with her children's foster parents, Victoria regained full custody.
She joins The Compass to share what made her relationship with her children's foster parents so successful.
Three years ago, Victoria's children were placed into foster care. Through a lot of work on herself and a positive relationship with her children's foster parents, Victoria regained full custody.
She joins The Compass to share what made her relationship with her children's foster parents so successful.
For children, the impact of technology is immense. It can be a source of entertainment or a way to connect with friends. The question is, how can you tell if technology is having a healthy influence on your child or an unhealthy one.
Nathan Sutherland of Flint and Iron (www.flintandiron.org) joins The Compass to explain how you can help your children to use technology, not let it use them.
Potty training consultant Anneliese Schlachter (PottyTalkMama.com) joins The Compass to explain all things potty training. How do you avoid power struggles? What helps to keep a child motivated? How long does the whole process take? Learn these answers and more in this week’s episode!
Potty training consultant Anneliese Schlachter (PottyTalkMama.com) joins The Compass to explain all things potty training. How do you avoid power struggles? What helps to keep a child motivated? How long does the whole process take? Learn these answers and more in this week’s episode!
Parfait Bassale joins The Compass to discuss the impact that music and creativity have had on his life. He explains how having a passion or "spark" can change your child's sense of self, help them to develop life skills, and become successful adults.
www.parfaitbassale.com
Parfait Bassale joins The Compass to discuss the impact that music and creativity have had on his life. He explains how having a passion or "spark" can change your child's sense of self, help them to develop life skills, and become successful adults.
www.parfaitbassale.com
When a child is having surgery, it can bring up many questions. How can you explain to them what’s happening? How do you navigate managing pain? What does the recovery process look like? Registered pediatric nurse Maggie McMillen joins The Compass to answer these questions and more.
When a child is having surgery, it can bring up many questions. How can you explain to them what’s happening? How do you navigate managing pain? What does the recovery process look like? Registered pediatric nurse Maggie McMillen joins The Compass to answer these questions and more.
When you think about foster care, teenagers of often left out. Family therapist Jody Smetak and Clinical Director Scott Hanauer have been foster parents throughout their lives. They join The Compass to discuss using rewards to encourage positive behavior, finding youth’s “sparks,” and the impact of a child’s friends.
When you think about foster care, teenagers of often left out. Family therapist Jody Smetak and Clinical Director Scott Hanauer have been foster parents throughout their lives. They join The Compass to discuss using rewards to encourage positive behavior, finding youth’s “sparks,” and the impact of a child’s friends.
Lynn's whole life changed when she discovered she had a grandchild that she never knew of. She soon became this child's primary parent through Kinship Care. Lynn now joins The Compass to discuss setting boundaries, navigating the legal system, and learning to adjust your lifestyle.
Lynn's whole life changed when she discovered she had a grandchild that she never knew of. She soon became this child's primary parent through Kinship Care. Lynn now joins The Compass to discuss setting boundaries, navigating the legal system, and learning to adjust your lifestyle.
Mike Jones first entered foster care when he was 14 years old. He joins The Compass to talk about his experiences within the foster care system, advice for foster parents, and what helped him to become a successful adult.
Mike Jones first entered foster care when he was 14 years old. He joins The Compass to talk about his experiences within the foster care system, advice for foster parents, and what helped him become a successful adult.
When children go through tragedy, they express themselves differently than adults. It’s tough for parents to know how to help them process their feelings. Parenting coach and founder of Good Grief Parenting, Michele Benyo, joins The Compass to guide navigating through this challenging time.
When children go through tragedy, they express themselves differently than adults. It’s tough for parents to know how to help them process their feelings. Parenting coach and founder of Good Grief Parenting, Michele Benyo, joins The Compass to guide navigating through this challenging time.
Every parent wants their child to have positive relationships throughout their lives. Children start developing their relationship skills as soon as they are born.
This week on The Compass, we speak with professor Caprice Paduano about emotional development and how you can help guide your child through this complicated process as a parent.
Every parent wants their child to have positive relationships throughout their lives. Children start developing their relationship skills as soon as they are born.
This week on The Compass, we speak with professor Caprice Paduano about emotional development and how you can help guide your child through this complicated process as a parent.
This week on The Compass, the Author of “Postpartum Me,” Suzanne Yatim Aslam, shares her experience with postpartum depression. She discusses the fear of losing her identity, being overcome with shame, and how she ultimately overcame these challenges.
This week on The Compass, the Author of “Postpartum Me,” Suzanne Yatim Aslam, shares her experience with postpartum depression. She discusses the fear of losing her identity, being overcome with shame, and how she ultimately overcame these challenges.
Of course, you want your child to eat healthily, but what about when they only want dino-chicken nuggets? How can you tell if they are eating enough? What if you have your own struggles with eating healthy?
Professor, Tanya Murray explains tactics to help your child on track and how stages in their development play a significant role in how they eat.
Of course, you want your child to eat healthily, but what about when they only want dino-chicken nuggets? How can you tell if they are eating enough? What if you have your own struggles with eating healthy?
Professor, Tanya Murray explains tactics to help your child on track and how stages in their development play a significant role in how they eat.
This week, as The Compass gears up for our 2022 season we are taking look at Understanding Fatherhood with Keoki Kauanoe.
Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement for FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice, and the case against yelling.
This week, as The Compass gears up for our 2022 season we are taking look at Understanding Fatherhood with Keoki Kauanoe.
Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement for FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice, and the case against yelling.
In this week’s episode, we look back at some of the most memorable show moments from 2021. Topic’s ranged from sleep habits to advocating at schools, to what to do when your child’s having a total meltdown.
In this week’s episode, we look back at some of the most memorable show moments from 2021. Topic’s ranged from sleep habits to advocating at schools, to what to do when your child’s having a total meltdown.
A pet can add a lot to a family, but it can also be a significant source of stress. How do you know what pet is right for you? What can you do if it gets sick? Should you microchip them? Here to answer these questions and more is Lisa the Vet!
A pet can add a lot to a family, but it can also be a significant source of stress. How do you know what pet is right for you? What can you do if it gets sick? Should you microchip them? Here to answer these questions and more is Lisa the Vet!
While we want to feel like our children can come to you with anything, they sometimes say something that leaves us shocked. Facilitator, speaker, and businesswoman Khurshida Begum joins The Compass to discuss how having a shame-free attitude can lead to more open communication with your child.
While we want to feel like our children can come to you with anything, they sometimes say something that leaves us shocked. Facilitator, speaker, and businesswoman Khurshida Begum joins The Compass to discuss how having a shame-free attitude can lead to more open communication with your child.
Parenting Teacher, Juli Jager is part of a blended family with six children. No parent wants to feel like the bad guy, especially when dealing with new stepchildren, but consistent rules for the whole family are important. Juli shares her experience with this and many other topics in this week’s episode.
Parenting Teacher, Juli Jager is part of a blended family with six children. No parent wants to feel like the bad guy, especially when dealing with new stepchildren, but consistent rules for the whole family are important. Juli shares her experience with this and many other topics in this week’s episode.
Kyle and Danielle moved in together in the middle of the pandemic. With them came two teenagers and two younger children. They join The Compass to discuss their experiences as new stepparents, how to help children navigate their feelings and handling discipline issues.
Kyle and Danielle moved in together in the middle of the pandemic. With them came two teenagers and two younger children. They join The Compass to discuss their experiences as new stepparents, how to help children navigate their feelings and handling discipline issues.
Dustin DeVries fostered and then adopted two children (ages 11 and 12). He joins The Compass to share his experiences from the licensing process, to helping his children deal with trauma. Dustin also explains not only the how, but WHY he chose to adopt and the impact, it has had on his life.
Dustin DeVries fostered and then adopted two children (ages 11 and 12). He joins The Compass to share his experiences from the licensing process, to helping his children deal with trauma. Dustin also explains not only the how, but WHY he chose to adopt and the impact, it has had on his life.
Sam Miller is a professional touring comedian. In his life, he has faced MAJOR challenges with addiction. At one of his lowest points, he was addicted to meth and living in a puppy mill. Sam joins The Compass to discuss his life now, managing his emotions and the comedy life.
Sam Miller is a professional touring comedian. In his life, he has faced MAJOR challenges with addiction. At one of his lowest points, he was addicted to meth and living in a puppy mill. Sam joins The Compass to discuss his life now, managing his emotions and the comedy life.
For over 20 years, Theo Yu has organized meals for the homeless at his church. He joins The Compass to discuss family identity, volunteerism, and how you can raise your child to be a compassionate person.
For over 20 years, Theo Yu has organized meals for the homeless at his church. He joins The Compass to discuss family identity, volunteerism, and how you can raise your child to be a compassionate person.
For most parents, the default is to think about what you are doing wrong. Brandon Miller (author of Incredible Parent) joins the Compass to discuss how you can overcome this by focusing on your parenting strengths and building on them, leading to a more fulfilled life!
For most parents, the default is to think about what you are doing wrong. Brandon Miller (author of Incredible Parent) joins the Compass to discuss how you can overcome this by focusing on your parenting strengths and building on them, leading to a more fulfilled life!
When your child has been through a tough time it is easy to get caught up in addressing the “problem.” That doesn’t always have to be the case though.
Therapist, Craig Smith joins The Compass to discuss being solution focused. He explains how getting your child engaged in activities and focusing on what is working can help.
When your child has been through a tough time it is easy to get caught up in addressing the “problem.” That doesn’t always have to be the case though.
Therapist, Craig Smith joins The Compass to discuss being solution focused. He explains how getting your child engaged in activities and focusing on what is working can help.
Psychiatrist and Medical Director, Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite joins The Compass to give an in-depth look at what self-care actually means. She discusses setting boundaries, depression warning signs, and having your own adult identity.
Psychiatrist and Medical Director, Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite joins The Compass to give an in-depth look at what self-care actually means. She discusses setting boundaries, depression warning signs, and having your own adult identity.
Author, Julie Ross joins The Compass to discuss divorce, social media, effective communication, and treating your ex like a business partner with a billion-dollar account.
Author, Julie Ross joins The Compass to discuss divorce, social media, effective communication, and treating your ex like a business partner with a billion-dollar account.
Randal Wyatt is a popular MC from Portland and Founder of the non-profit, Taking Ownership PDX. He joins The Compass to discuss how he’s managed to balance fatherhood with a career and creative passions. He also talks about fighting toxic masculinity, the power of music, and advocating for his children at school.
Randal Wyatt is a popular MC from Portland and Founder of the non-profit, Taking Ownership PDX. He joins The Compass to discuss how he’s managed to balance fatherhood with a career and creative passions. He also talks about fighting toxic masculinity, the power of music, and advocating for his children at school.
Entrepreneur Rozanne Garman discusses financial lessons she learned from her mother, who raised three children on a thousand dollars a month. As an adult, she has gained new knowledge about money that she hopes to pass on to her children.
Entrepreneur Rozanne Garman discusses financial lessons she learned from her mother, who raised three children on a thousand dollars a month. As an adult, she has gained new knowledge about money that she hopes to pass on to her children.
Some children are particularly “spirited.” They feel their emotions intensely. They’re sensitive. They’re aware. While this is a gift, it also comes with its own set of challenges. Dr. Mary joins the Parental Compass to discuss how to help these children wade through life’s obstacles while maintaining their spirit.
Some children are particularly “spirited.” They feel their emotions intensely. They’re sensitive. They’re aware. While this is a gift, it also comes with its own set of challenges. Dr. Mary joins the Parental Compass to discuss how to help these children wade through life’s obstacles while maintaining their spirit.
Clinical Social Worker, Mike Pereira discusses how you can make your home and family feel like a safer atmosphere by understanding your subconscious mind, using empathy, and using “life hacks”.
Clinical Social Worker, Mike Pereira discusses how you can make your home and family feel like a safer atmosphere by understanding your subconscious mind, using empathy, and using “life hacks”.
Clinically trained counselor & former executive director, Scott Hanauer joins the Compass to discuss Trauma. When a child has been through trauma, it can have a major impact on behavior now. Scott discusses the parenting strategies and attitudes that have been PROVEN to help children in these situations.
Clinically trained counselor & former executive director, Scott Hanauer joins the Compass to discuss Trauma. When a child has been through trauma, it can have a major impact on behavior now. Scott discusses the parenting strategies and attitudes that have been PROVEN to help children in these situations.
Trent McEntire was born with class one cerebral palsy. He joins the Compass to discuss how sensory training helped to expand his range of motion. He also speaks about how developing a child’s senses can influence their ability to learn, make decisions, and remain centered.
Trent McEntire was born with class one cerebral palsy. He joins the Compass to discuss how sensory training helped to expand his range of motion. He also speaks about how developing a child’s senses can influence their ability to learn, make decisions, and remain centered.
Patrick Murphy, Superintendent of the Olympia School District discusses how schools are going to keep students safe, caught up on grades and deal with the emotional challenges that have come with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Patrick Murphy, Superintendent of the Olympia School District discusses how schools are going to keep students safe, caught up on grades and deal with the emotional challenges that have come with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Simon is the author of the popular children's book series "The Adventures of Frank and Mustard". He joins the compass to talk about how to teach your children about disabilities so that they approach people with respect and understanding.
Simon is the author of the popular children's book series "The Adventures of Frank and Mustard". He joins the compass to talk about how to teach your children about disabilities so that they approach people with respect and understanding.
Since Columbine there have been over 280 school shootings in America. Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.
Since Columbine there have been over 280 school shootings in America. Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.
Nicolette Oliver has been a school behavioral specialist, a principal and has taught internationally. She joins The Compass to discuss the ways schools are changing their discipline policies, how to advocate for your children if they are being mistreated, and new approaches to special education.
Nicolette Oliver has been a school behavioral specialist, a principal and has taught internationally. She joins The Compass to discuss the ways schools are changing their discipline policies, how to advocate for your children if they are being mistreated, and new approaches to special education.
Bedtime can be one of the biggest challenges of the day when raising a child. This week, parenting coach, Emily McMason joins the Compass to discuss why babies have a hard time sleeping through the night, how to fall asleep easier, and what happens in our brains after we close our eyes.
Bedtime can be one of the biggest challenges of the day when raising a child. This week, parenting coach, Emily McMason joins the Compass to discuss why babies have a hard time sleeping through the night, how to fall asleep easier, and what happens in our brains after we close our eyes.
Critically acclaimed author, Julie Ross discusses transitioning your child to the “new normal” post-pandemic world. She answers questions such as how can I get them to put the video game controller down? Why do they seem so unmotivated? Most importantly, what can I do to help?
Critically acclaimed author, Julie Ross discusses transitioning your child to the “new normal” post-pandemic world. She answers questions such as how can I get them to put the video game controller down? Why do they seem so unmotivated? Most importantly, what can I do to help?
We hear a lot about therapy but how many of us understand why it actually works? Melissa Bright (Host of The Bright Side of Life Podcast) and daughter, Trinity Bright join the Compass to discuss their personal experiences with therapy, the impact it has had on their lives, and the lessons they’ve learned along their journey.
We hear a lot about therapy but how many of us understand why it actually works? Melissa Bright (Host of The Bright Side of Life Podcast) and daughter, Trinity Bright join the Compass to discuss their personal experiences with therapy, the impact it has had on their lives, and the lessons they’ve learned along their journey.
A childcare center is one of the first places your daughter or son develops as a person. The question is how can you tell if they are receiving quality care?
Terri Kosik has 48 years experience as the Director of the Early Child Development Center in South Bend, Indiana. She joins the Compass to discuss childcare best practices, what to avoid and how to help your child adjust to their new surroundings.
A childcare center is one of the first places your daughter or son develops as a person. The question is how can you tell if they are receiving quality care?
Terri Kosik has 48 years experience as the Director of the Early Child Development Center in South Bend, Indiana. She joins the Compass to discuss childcare best practices, what to avoid and how to help your child adjust to their new surroundings.
Being out of work is a challenge, not only for parents, but entire families. The anxiety and stress can be debilitating. This week, we are listening for solutions from Forbes Financial Contributor and Chief Financial Officer, Karin Oceguera.
Karin explains job searching, and how you can reduce your monthly cost, while still enjoying life!
Being out of work is a challenge, not only for parents, but entire families. The anxiety and stress can be debilitating. This week, we are listening for solutions from Forbes Financial Contributor and Chief Financial Officer, Karin Oceguera. Karin explains job searching, and how you can reduce your monthly cost, while still enjoying life!
Bret Anderson has been a principal and teacher who has taught across the world. He joins the compass to discuss:
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How to help your children with their homework when you don't know the answers.
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What to do when a child is misbehaving in class.
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The parent/ teacher relationship.
Bret Anderson has been a principal and teacher who has taught across the world. He joins the compass to discuss:
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How to help your children with their homework when you don't know the answers.
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What to do when a child is misbehaving in class.
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The parent/ teacher relationship.
Shelly Willis, parenting coach and Executive Director (of Family Education and Support Services) discusses effective discipline methods, why they work, and what you are teaching your children.
Shelly Willis, parenting coach and Executive Director (of Family Education and Support Services) discusses effective discipline methods, why they work, and what you are teaching your children.
Jennifer Hermann (former music teacher and Executive Director of the Olympia Symphony) discusses the influence music can have on a young person's brain development, community and perspective.
Jennifer Hermann (former music teacher and Executive Director of the Olympia Symphony) discusses the influence music can have on a young person's brain development, community and perspective.
Howard Winkler explains the different types parents, what to do when parenting styles clash and how to maintain balance.
Howard Winkler explains the different types parents , what to do when parenting styles clash and how to maintain balance.
El Sanchez joins the Compass to discuss supporting LGBTQ+ youth, navigate pronouns, and handling bullies.
El Sanchez joins the Compass to discuss supporting LGBTQ+ youth, navigate pronouns, and handling bullies.
Summer is the worst season of the year for child injuries. Pediatrician, Dr. Helen Chea joins The Compass to discuss how child injuries happen, some facts you wouldn't know, and how to prevent them!
Summer is the worst season of the year for child injuries. Pediatrician, Dr. Helen Chea joins The Compass to discuss how child injuries happen, some facts you wouldn't know, and how to prevent them!
Cheryl Stines, a 30 veteran of the Thurston County Sherif's Office, joins the Compass to talk about the message domestic violence sends children and how to help them heal.
Cheryl Stines, a 30 veteran of the Thurston County Sherif's Office, joins the Compass to talk about the message domestic violence sends children and how to help them heal.
Members of the Lewis County Autism Collation, Victoria & Tanner join the Compass to speak about living with the condition, advocating at schools and building community.
Members of the Lewis County Autism Collation, Victoria & Tanner join the Compass to speak about living with the condition, advocating at schools and building community.
Sara Dotson (of the Thurston County Juvenile & Family Court) discusses the judicial process, falling in to the 'wrong crowd', and where to find support.
Sara Dotson (of the Thurston County Juvenile & Family Court) discusses the judicial process, falling in to the 'wrong crowd', and where to find support.
Lynn Price is the founder of "Camp to Belong" and has dedicated her life helping siblings in foster care stay connected. She joins the Compass to discuss sibling rivalry, playing favorites and why conflict can actually be a positive.
Lynn Price is the founder of "Camp to Belong" and has dedicated her life helping siblings in foster care stay connected. She joins the Compass to discuss sibling rivalry, playing favorites and why conflict can actually be a positive.
Dr. Holttum has worked with thousands of youth throughout his career. He joins the Compass to discuss ADHD, medications and even the positive sides of the condition.
Dr. Holttum has worked with thousands of youth throughout his career. He joins the Compass to discuss ADHD, medications and even the positive sides of the condition.
Former teacher and state-wide candidate, Erin Jones shares her experiences with the successes and challenges of raising a child with autism.
Former teacher and state-wide candidate, Erin Jones shares her experiences with the successes and challenges of raising a child with autism.
Luke Burns, has employed thousands of young people across his career. He joins the Compass to discuss helping youth find their passion, build confidence develop the work experience they need to move forward.
Luke Burns, has employed thousands of young people across his career. He joins the Compass to discuss helping youth find their passion, build confidence develop the work experience they need to move forward.
Scott Hanauer returns to discuss preventing suicide, what the warning signs are, and what to do next.
Scott Hanauer returns to discuss preventing suicide, what the warning signs are, and what to do next.
Coach, Lynsi Polanco discusses the importance of failure, team dynamics, and how to keep calm while cheering in the stands.
Coach, Lynsi Polanco discusses the importance of failure, team dynamics, and how to keep calm while cheering in the stands.
Guests, Tammy and Erin (from Turning Pointe- Survivor Advocacy Center) discuss teen abusive relationships, warning signs and steps parents can take to offer support.
Guests, Tammy and Erin (from Turning Pointe- Survivor Advocacy Center) discuss teen abusive relationships, warning signs and steps parents can take to offer support.
Guests, Tammy and Erin (from Turning Pointe- Survivor Advocacy Center) discuss teen abusive relationships, warning signs and steps parents can take to offer support.
Hilary Cash is the founder of ReStart, a residential treatment for video gaming addicts. This week on the show she discusses what gaming addiction looks like, the odds of becoming a professional gamer, and what steps you can take to help a loved one.
Hilary Cash is the founder of ReStart, a residential treatment for video gaming addicts. This week on the show she discusses what gaming addiction looks like, the odds of becoming a professional gamer, and what steps you can take to help a loved one. (www.restartlife.com)
Professor of Early Learning and Education, Chris Moon discusses brain development from the angle of nutrition, physical activity, emotional safety and play.
Professor of Early Learning and Education, Chris Moon discusses brain development from the angle of nutrition, physical activity, emotional safety and play.
Board Certified, Dr. Akavan answers a wide variety of questions about the COVID vaccine, how it works and its impact on your family's health.
Board Certified, Dr. Akavan answers a wide variety of questions about the COVID vaccine, how it works and its impact on your family's health.
Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement for FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice and the case against yelling.
Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement at FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice and the case against yelling.
Cheryl Heywood and Jessica Friberg discuss day to day steps you can take to help your young child (0 to 5 years old) develop their language and coordination skills.
Cheryl Heywood and Jessica Friberg discuss day to day steps you can take to help your young child develop their language and coordination skills.
Clinical Consultant, Craig Smith & Foster Parent, Nathan LaChine discuss the joys and challenges of foster parenting, how to manage behaviors and expanding the definition of "family."
Clinical Consultant, Craig Smith & Foster Parent, Nathan LaChine discuss the joys and challenges of foster parenting, how to manage behaviors and expanding the definition of "family."
When a family member struggles with addiction it is hard to know where to turn. Kassie Trotter (Leader of the PCAP Program) discusses boundaries, self care and a person's willingness to change.
When a family member struggles with addiction it is hard to know where to turn. Kassie Trotter (Leader of the PCAP Program) discusses boundaries, self care and a person's willingness to change.
Sally Frandsen discusses the importance of connection, not only for children, but their parents.
Sally Frandsen discusses the importance of connections, not only for children, but their parents.
Jennifer, Executive Director of the South Sound Reading Foundation discusses why books matter, learning disabilities and include reading in your family culture.
Jennifer, Executive Director of the South Sound Reading Foundation discusses why books matter, learning disabilities and include reading in your family culture.
On this week's show Bobby takes a look back at some of our best interview moments throughout the year.
On this week's show Bobby takes a look back at some of our best interview moments throughout the year.
Erin Jones explains how to approach difficult conversations with from a family from a perspective that focuses on their humanity.
Erin Jones explains how to approach difficult conversations with from a family from a perspective that focuses on their humanity.
Hweqwidi Hanford Mccloud, a member of the Nisqually Tribal Council, discusses overcoming addiction through community & cultural heritage.
Hweqwidi Hanford Mccloud, a member of the Nisqually Tribal Council discusses overcoming addiction through community & cultural heritage.
Barbara talks about media violence, forgiveness and the difference between punishment vs discipline.
Barbara talks about media violence, forgiveness and the difference between punishment vs discipline.
Community Health Advocate, Malika Lamont discusses the ways parents can stand up to racism in their community and encourage their children to do the same.
Community Health Advocate, Malika Lamont discusses the ways parents can stand up to racism in their community and encourage their children to do the same.
Howard Winkler has faced extreme tragedy in his life. On this episode of the Parental Compass, he joins Bobby to discuss processing grief and helping your children handle difficult situations.
Howard Winkler has faced extreme tragedy in his life. On this episode of the Parental Compass, he joins Bobby to discuss processing grief and helping your children handle difficult situations.
Paul Figueroa has work across Washington state to teach families how to better manage stress. This week on The Parental Compass he shares some of his methods.
Paul Figueroa has work across Washington state to teach families how to better manage stress. This week on The Parental Compass he shares some of his methods.
Nolvia Mejiah, Entrenadora de crianza, habla sobre cómo navegar por el aprendizaje virtual, el cuidado personal y la creación de apoyo para su hijo.
Nolvia Mejiah, Entrenadora de crianza, habla sobre cómo navegar por el aprendizaje virtual, el cuidado personal y la creación de apoyo para su hijo.
Mac Bledsoe discusses family values, his son Drew Bledsoe (Patriots Quarterback) and when children need to hear "I love you" the most.
Mac Bledsoe discusses family values, his son Drew Bledsoe (Patriots Quarterback) and when children need to hear "I love you" the most.
Author, Deborah Grey discusses how to not only get siblings to peacefully co-exist, but actually genuinely like each other.
Author, Deborah Grey discusses how to not only get siblings to peacefully co-exist, but actually genuinely like each other.
Fitness coach and nutritionist, Amanda Kalakosky discusses screen time, making fitness fun and staying engaged in your child's life.
Fitness coach and nutritionist, Amanda Kalakosky discusses screen time, making fitness fun and staying engaged in your child's life.
Sheryl Jackson speaks about divorce. She covers topics such as how to speak with your children about the situation, self-care and moving forward.
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Sheryl Jackson speaks about divorce. She covers topics such as how to speak with your children about the situation, self-care and moving forward.
For more episodes visit- https://familyess.org/theparentalcompass/
OSD Superintendent, Patrick Murphy joins the Parental Compass to discuss self-care, virtual learning, and schools role in fighting racism.
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Barbara Coloroso joins the Parental Compass to discussing bullying, the dynamics around their behavior and how to intervene.
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Barbara Coloroso joins the Parental Compass to discussing bullying, the dynamics around their behavior and how to intervene.
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OSD Superintendent, Patrick Murphy joins the Parental Compass to discuss self-care, virtual learning, and schools role in fighting racism.
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Jody Smetak joins The Parental Compass to discuss raising teenagers. We discuss depression along with how to talk with your child about tough issues like sex and drug use.
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Clinical consultant, Scott Hanauer discusses power struggles, parenting during COVID and more.