Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

If you have an overachieving, stressed out teen who is crumbling under the weight of their own high expectations and self-inflicted pressure, this episode is for you. Today I’m joined by Teen Takeoff Coach Donovan Dreyer, who specializes in preparing highly driven teens to accomplish their lofty life goals. Through his organization Get Ready Coaching, Donovan helps overachieving students get clarity on what they truly want and minimize their constant need to be perfect at EVERYTHING. FREE STUFF! Talking to teens about their lofty goals: https://www.getreadycoaching.com Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

I’ve been inviting several experts on recently to talk about Teen Anxiety. It’s something I see a lot in my practice, and the statistics support the growing problem. According to Pew Research three-in-ten teens say they feel tense or nervous about their day every or almost every day. Seven-in-ten say anxiety and depression is a major problem among people their age in the community where they live. And the #1 cause of teen anxiety according to teens is pressure to get good grades. Today I’m joined by Parent and Teen Coach, Dana Baker-Williams. Dana specializes in ADHD and Anxiety, which are often linked. Today Dana is going to provide us with some tips for helping us help our teens manage their stress and some strategies for fostering self-confidence and independence - the antidotes of anxiety. FREE STUFF! Mental Health Resources for Teens & Their Families: https://drcam.ck.page/mental-health-resources 8 Coping Skills to Mitigate Anxiety: https://www.parentinginreallife.org/anxiety If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Did you know that one out of three kids between the ages of 13 and 18 will find themselves in an abusive relationship this year? That statistic is terrifying to us parents, which is why I’ve invited Nenia Corcoran (@neniacorcoranauthor) to teach us what we need to know about Teen Dating Violence. Nenia combines her own experiences as a sexual assault survivor with her decade of training as a police officer to empower and educate young adults on toxic relationships, dating violence and consent. She also writes young adult fiction novels focused on raising awareness surrounding difficult topics teens often struggle to deal with. Today Nenia is going to provide us some tips and insight to help us protect our teens from dating violence and empower them to recognize abusive relationships and break free. FREE STUFF! Mental Health Resources for Teens & Their Families: https://drcam.ck.page/mental-health-resources If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If your teen is stressed out trying to do it all but struggling to stay focused and motivated, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Oie Dobier, the founder of Project Who Am I (@projWhoAmI), is a mom of 2 teenagers and a nature loving, bubble tea fanatic. Her mission in life is to help people pay attention to their true self so they can intentionally fill their day with things that leverage their natural talents AND things that align to what’s important to their life. In this episode, Oie tells us how to prevent our perfectionist teens from falling into the “Stay Busy” trap and help them find their true passion, purpose, and focus. FREE STUFF! From Oie: Downloadable Career Ideas Guide: www.projectwhoami.com/career From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If you or your teen experiences days filled with anxiety and overwhelm, this episode is for you. I’m joined by George Kalantzis (@Theartoftoughtransitions), author of NOWHERE TO GO, combat veteran, coach, and dad. He empowers people to overcome the toughest days of their lives. Outside of coaching and writing, you can find him hiking and eating ice cream with his daughter. Today, George is going to help us better understand how anxiety works and teach us some ways to get over our overwhelm under.

If your teen is struggling with poor body image, body dysmorphia, or an eating disorder, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Jillian Walsh, the founder, Clinical Director and Nova Scotia Team Lead at Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care (@changecreateschange). Jillian is both a Registered Dietitian and a Registered Psychotherapist. For the past 8 years, she has been helping children and adolescents living with eating disorders and supporting parents through their children’s eating disorder recovery. Today, Jillian is going to tell us how to detect if our child has an eating disorder and how to model a positive body image and relationship with food for our teens FREE STUFF! From Jillian: Webinar for parents who are worried that their child may have an eating disorder. November 9th at 7 pm EST. Register at: https://landing.changecreateschange.com/webinar From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If you’re struggling with your teen’s behavior and nothing seems to work, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Adele Spraggon, an award-winning author, a thought leader, international speaker and trainer. She has been awarded the 2020, Woman of Inspiration Award, and in 2021, she was recognized as the Top Behavioural Expert of the Year. Her book Shift: 4 Steps to Personal Empowerment has won three awards and is sweeping the globe, transforming how people are setting and achieving their goals with her repatterning technique. Today, Adele is going to teach us how to impact our teen’s behaviors (and our own) by upgrading the underlying brain patterns. FREE STUFF! From Adele. Get a copy of her book @ www.shift4steps.com (just pay shipping). From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If your teen seems out of control and you’re worried about their risky behavior and questionable choices, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Michael Unbroken, author of the best-selling book Think Unbroken. Michael is a coach, mentor, and educator for adult survivors of child abuse. Michael also hosts The Michael Unbroken podcast, teaches at Think Unbroken Academy and is on a mission to end generational trauma. Today, Michael is going to give us a peak into the mind of a troubled teen and teach us how to connect with them in a way that helps them thrive. FREE STUFF! From Michael Unbroken. PDF copy of Think Unbroken: Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma. From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Want to teach your teen how to speak up and advocate for themselves in a responsible way? Then this episode is for you. I’m joined by Adrienne Waller, the owner of Worldwide Educator, an education consulting company focused on empowering educators to own their instructional genius while activating students. For the past 15 years, Adrienne has been working with educators across the US and the world, including Qatar, China, and she’s currently an Assistant Principal in the Cayman Islands. Today, Adrienne is going to share with us how help our teens build self-advocacy skills. FREE STUFF! From today’s guest. Talking to teens: https://mailchi.mp/4f4d364bb201/conversations-with-teens From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If you’re feeling disconnected with your teen this episode is for you. I’m talking Melanie Prather Studer the author of COLLEGE BOUND The Ultimate List of Conversions to Help Your Teen Through High School and the blog Parenting High Schoolers where she shares real world ideas and solutions for raising teens in today’s world. Today, Melanie is going to share with us how to create a stronger connection with our teens – even when it feels like they’re pulling away. FREE STUFF! From today’s guest: “Control What You Can" Printable. https://www.parentinghighschoolers.com/opt-in/podcast From Dr. Cam: 10 Secrets to Raising Teens. https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If you fear appearing weak and vulnerable in front of people—especially your kids—this episode is for you. Today I’m talking with Fatima Oliver (@fatima.oliver.79656), wife, mother, and author of the newly released book "The Prescription is in the Dirt" As a Transformational Coach & Speaker, Fatima’s mission is to help people heal from childhood trauma, heartbreak, abuse, and horrible decision-making using her "Baby Step" approach. Today, Fatima is going to share with us the power of vulnerability and how it can make us stronger parents. FREE STUFF! Dr. Cam’s 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

In this episode…If your teen is struggling in school or unmotivated to even try, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking with Dr. Norrine Russell (@drnorrinerussell) the founder of Russell Coaching. Dr. Russell’s passion for providing support to frustrated students and weary parents is fueled by her own experience of raising two neurologically atypical children with diagnosis of autism, mood disorders, ADHD, giftedness, and learning differences. Dr. Russell knows firsthand the exhaustion parents face as they seek solutions for their out-of-the-box children. In today’s episode Dr. Russell is going to give us some tips on how to best support and encourage our teens. FREE STUFF! Listeners who mention this facebook live segment will receive 20% off the first three months of student coaching with Dr. Russell. Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If your teen’s video game obsession is driving you mad, this episode is for you! Today I’m talking with Michael Chang, CEO and Founder @VGCDAcademy and author of the international best-selling book "Video Games Demystified: The Trifecta of Creators, Athletes, and Ecosystem in a Thriving Industry." As a former marketing leader at Electronic Arts and RockYou, Michael has managed video games generating over $250 million. His company, VGCD Academy, teaches young people the science and business of video games. Michael is going to teach us how to leverage the love of gaming to inspire teens to become leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, mathematicians, artists, and more. FREE STUFF! The first 25 parents who visit Michael’s website (https://www.vgcd.academy/contact-us/) will get a FREE PDF version of his book. Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If your teen is struggling to cope and you’re struggling to help them, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking to Johnny Crowder (@johnnyxcrowder), Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, about how to combat compassion fatigue and connect with your teen more deeply. Johnny is a 28-year-old suicide/abuse survivor, TEDx speaker, touring musician, and founder of Cope Notes, a text-based mental health platform that provides daily support to users in nearly 100 countries around the world. Armed with 10 years of clinical treatment, a psychology degree from UCF, and a decade of peer support and public advocacy through NAMI, Johnny’s firsthand experience with mental illness equips him to provide insight into the pains of hardship with authenticity and wit. FREE STUFF! • Use coupon code TEEN10 for 10% off any Cope Notes gift subscription for your teen • Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If you find parenting more frustrating than fun, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking with Joey Mascio, Teen Life Coach at Firmly Founded (@joey.firmlyfoundedcoaching) about how to improve your relationship with your teen without changing them and how find more joy together. Joey is a certified life coach who helps teens and young adults stop letting stress, procrastination, and self-doubt suck all the fun out of being successful. He is a former middle school teacher who spent four years in the on campus suspension room where he started coaching teens. He also has professional training in performance, improv, and comedy. FREE STUFF! 30-day free trial of the Firmly Founded Teen, a coaching membership designed just for teens @ www.firmlyfounded.com/teen Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

If you’re struggling to connect with your teen, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Today Raquel and I are talking about the three keys to connecting with your teen: communication, compassion, and listening. Raquel is the Founder of RAQVISION, Creator of Raq The Boat Show, Personal Brand Strategist, Mental Health Advocate and Youth Advocate. FREE STUFF! Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with Norman W. Holden, the Author of Do Better! How One Father Gained Wisdom from Texting His Teen Daughter. Norm is not a therapist, licensed professional or counselor. He describes himself as a down-to earth everyday man, husband, and father of two, who has earned his hard-knocks degree in parenting. Norm and I are talking about: How to use texting to connect with your teen. How dads can strengthen their relationship with their daughters. How to help teens navigate technology safely. FREE STUFF! From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!

Today I’m talking with Joy Marchese (@positivedisciplineUK), a global educational consultant, author, keynote speaker, parent coach, and emotional architect. For 25 years Joy has worked with thousands of children, parents, teachers, and professionals to help foster a happy and flourishing environment in the home, in schools, and in the workplace. Joy is the Founder of Positive Discipline UK and co-author of Positive Discipline for Today’s Busy (& Overwhelmed) Parent. She runs a successful global educational consultancy and coaching practice and develops SEL courses and products to teach social-emotional skills in homes, schools, and multiple organizations throughout the world. Joy and I are talking about: How to talk so your teens will listen The importance of Connection BEFORE Correction How to be kind AND firm at the same time FREE STUFF! From Joy: How not to lose your SH*T with your kids https://www.joymarchese.com/get-the-guide From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with bestselling author and executive coach Dr. Lois Frankel. The name Dr. Lois Frankel has become practically synonymous with empowering women in the workplace. She is the author of the bestselling business bible for women, Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office, and other books in the "nice girls" series. Lois is a pioneer in the field of executive coaching and a sought-after international keynote speaker. She has now turned toward helping parents to raise self-confident daughters and is working on a book on the topic. An avid photographer, Lois sells her work at her website www.loisfrankelphotography.com and gives the proceeds to a nonprofit she started that helps working women who live at the poverty level when they encounter medical challenges. Dr. Frankel and I are talking about: The key challenges facing parents raising girls today. Best practices for addressing those challenges. How to be a better role model for your daughter.

Today I’m talking with parent coach Patricia Wilkinson (@authorpatriciawilkinson) Patricia is a mom of two kids who had "challenges" they now use as strengths in successful relationships and careers. Founder of Brain Stages Parenting, coauthor of Brain Stages: How to Raise Smart, Confident Kids and Have Fun Doing It, veteran teacher, and science nerd, Trish shares kid-tested, research-supported tips to raise successful humans in our complicated world. Patricia and I are talking about how to problem solve WITH your teen to get buy in when an issue needs to be addressed. FREE STUFF! Free mini course: Enjoy Your Kids Through Problem Solving (use with coupon code: 2021BESTYEARYET) Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with Dr. Tamara Soles, Child Psychologist and Parent Coach. Dr. Tamara is a psychologist, parent coach, and founder of The Secure Child Center for Families and Children She’s also the mom of twins who present everyday opportunities to live what she’s practiced with families for over 15 years- that harnessing the power of connection helps children thrive! Dr. Tamara is the creator of the online parenting course, No More Power Struggles which opens its doors again soon. Currently, you can hear Dr. Tamara on her podcast- This Hour has 50 minutes. Dr. Tamara and I are talking about… Why punishment/reward system doesn’t work and what to do instead How to encourage problem-solving and allowing the space for mistakes The importance of living by a set of defined values FREE STUFF! 5 Hacks to Reset your Kid's Nervous System: https://drtamarasoles.com/hacks 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens: www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with intuitive life coach Murielle Fellous. Murielle was raised in France and now resides in Las Vegas where she raised three kids as a single mom. For years she coached people on relationships but bouncing back from depression when her kids became teenagers and started acting out was so painful that she redirected her focus. She is now helping single moms with teens to overcome their challenges and prevent the spiraling down into negative emotions, anxiety and/or depression. Murielle and Dr. Cam talk about: How single moms can parent with more ease and less anxiety Regulating emotions with tapping How to lean into our power as a single mom FREE STUFF! EFT Anchoring Points: https://www.coparentingwiththeuniverse.com/eft.html 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with Todd Nesloney (@toddnesloney), award-winning teacher, principal, and author of numerous books including Kids Deserve It!, Stories From Webb, Sparks in the Dark, and his newest book When Kids Lead. Todd is the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). He hosts the podcast #TellYourStory and has created two online courses about building Campus & Classroom Culture. Todd has been working his entire career to help grow students into leaders and world-changers. Todd and I are talking about: How parents can nurture their teen’s leadership skills What teens need most from us to succeed FREE STUFF! Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with THE MOST Freaking amazing life coach for parents of teens Ben Pugh. He told me to say that, but I agree he’s pretty awesome. Ben is a former teenage knucklehead who accidentally lit his school bus on fire. All the adults in his life told him he ruined his life. He went on to become a teacher, turn around high school principal for 5 years, a foster parent for 10 years, and is now changing the lives of parents and teens all over as the go-to life coach for parents of teens. Ben and I are talking about: The role of shame and fear in parenting and how to overcome it. The magic of leading by example and how to do it. FREE STUFF! Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Ian Chen (@chenmedimo), an adolescent medicine expert and researcher. Dr. Chen’s research combines psychology, medicine, neuroscience and mathematical modelling together in order to understand the development of the adolescent brain and to help young people become more resilient. He continues to research brain maturation using EEG and brain imaging techniques as part of the research and development at the new mental health institution that he is heading, Chen Medimo Corp. Dr. Chen and Dr. Cam talk about: What brain imaging technologies show us about brain maturation The difference between mental health and mental performance The impact of technology on the developing brain and its social ramifications. How to use this information to build resilience and detect warning signs. FREE STUFF! Dr. Chen is offering a promotion to listeners on his website www.chenmedimo.org. Use promo code: CMCDRCAM Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Jesse Giunta Rafeh, international best-selling author of Life Launch: A Roadmap to an Extraordinary Adulthood. Jesse is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and certified success coach. She opened her private practice 15 years ago at age 26 working primarily young adults. Giunta is also a TEDx speaker. Her book, Life Launch, is a 360-degree guide to transitioning successfully into adulthood. It includes profound yet practical strategies for coping with anxiety and depression, creating an ideal career, and sustaining healthy relationships. Jesse and Dr. Cam about: How to be strategic about the timing of conversations. How to speak logically and succinctly. How to make it a negotiation not an ultimatum. FREE STUFF! Jesse Giunta Rafeh will offer free copies of her book Life Launch to the first 10 people who visit her website - https://www.jesse-giunta-rafeh.com/contact Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with Susan Borison, the founder and editor of Your Teen Media (@YourTeen) Susan went to law school to prepare herself for negotiating with five teenagers. In the process, she needed to bolster her skills, so she founded Your Teen Media. In the past 14 years, YTM has helped countless parents also searching for the tools and advice to be the best parent they can be. Susan and I are talking about: How to find joy with your teenagers How to develop more compassion for yourself How to learn what's worth the fight and what's worth turning a blind eye FREE STUFF! Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with author and leader in school reform, Dr. Megan Sweet (@Your3Eyes). Dr. Sweet has almost 30 years of experience as a classroom teacher and school administer and for the past 15 years has been a leader in system-wide school reform. Her book is “An Education Guide for Using Your 3 Eyes.” Dr. Sweet is also the cohost of the education-based podcast The Awakening Educator, which covers topics such as equity, trauma-informed approaches to instruction, school lunch programs, and more. Dr. Sweet and I are talking about: How to address our worry about academics and grades How to help our teens process the constant changes How to help our teens thrive in the changing school environment FREE STUFF! Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

In this epsidode, Dr. Cam talks with Parenting Life Coach Deborah Ann Davis (@mommeetupforconfidentgirls) Deborah is also an author, certified personal trainer, teacher, and mother. Her job is to help you recognize what you’re doing right as a parent, and then add supplemental strategies. Here books, “How To Keep Your Daughter From Slamming the Door” and “How To Get Your Happy On,” are available everywhere. Deborah and Dr. Cam talk about: How the teenage brain differs from an adult brain. Why your teenage kids make the bad choices they do, and why we made bad choices when we were their age. How to deal with The Inevitables and The Non-Negotiables when parenting a teenage brain. FREE STUFF! Get a free digital copy of “How To Get Your Happy On” at www.DeborahAnnDavis.com Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

In this epsidoe, Dr. Cam talks with Wendy Weinberger, President & Co-founder of Illuminos Academic Coaching & Tutoring (@IlluminosCoaching) Illuminos is a passion project born from Wendy’s experiences growing up with numerous family members with ADHD. When a child close to her received the same diagnosis, she not only worked hard to help him overcome the many challenges but decided to bring her cousin Evan’s academic coaching business to the DC area to help students in her community with similar struggles. Wendy and Dr. Cam talk about: How to help our teens prepare for the school year What executive functioning skills teens need to succeed How to help them establish healthy habits with minimal power struggles. FREE STUFF! Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens. If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with Jake Rubin, Co-Founder of MamaZen Jake Y. Rubin, M.A, is a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist, a former university professor of psychology, and a recognized expert in hypnosis and hypnotherapy with degrees in Psychology from UCLA and the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University. He is also the co-founder of the #1 Mindful Parenting app, MamaZen which he created to empower moms all over the world to be CALMER, HAPPIER & HEALTHIER and raise happier kids! Jake and I are talking about: The importance of staying mindful and calm as a parent. How to use hypnotherapy to stay mindful and calm. How to use hypnotherapy to calm our teens. FREE STUFF! 30 days of free access to the MamaZen app (@mamazenapp). Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens. If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

Today I’m talking with Personal Transformation Coach and author of the “Calling All Heroes” series, Christian de la Huerta. With 30 years of experience, Christian is a sought-after spiritual teacher and leading voice in the breathwork community. He has traveled the world offering inspiring and transformational retreats combining psychological and spiritual teachings with lasting and life-changing effects. An award-winning, critically acclaimed author, he has spoken at numerous universities and conferences and on the TEDx stage. His new book, Awakening the Soul of Power, was described by multiple Grammy Award–winner Gloria Estefan as “a balm for the soul of anyone searching for truth and answers to life’s difficult questions.” Christian and I are talking about: The difference between egoic power (control) and soulful power (guidance). How we can use our power to connect with our teens and avoid power struggles. How to use our power to communicate more effectively with our teens FREE STUFF! Get a free guided meditation, power practices, and a chapter from Christian’s book at https://soulfulpower.com/. Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at askdrcam.com/motivateteens. If you found this episode valuable, please take a quick moment to comment and share. This helps other parents like you find the show. Thank you!!

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Men’s Coach, David Maxwell David coaches men on how to live a life with purpose and passion using his 4 A proprietary process. He’s spent the last 25 years helping young men and teenagers feel confident in who they are and the decisions they make. He has been speaking in front of small and large audiences for over 30 years and hosts “The Confident Man Podcast” on all major podcast platforms. He’s also a dad of two. David and Dr. Cam talk about: How to actively show up as a dad. How to apply our leadership skills to parenting. How to turn listening into a full-contact sport. David is offering a replay of his free webinar to the dads of my audience at www.theconfidentdad.me

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Jason Reid, Founder of Chooselife.org Jason is a serial Entrepreneur whose companies employ over 2500 people nationwide. He is also a partner at CEO Coaching International where he coaches 15 CEO's across the world. In March 2018, Jason's world changed forever when his youngest son Ryan took his own life. Jason is the Founder of Chooselife.org an organization focused on ending Teen Suicide by helping parents "Own their children's mental health." Jason and Dr. Cam talk about: What parents need to know about teen depression, anxiety, and suicide. What signs parents should look for. How parents can own their teen’s mental health. Tell My Story Film - http://www.tellmystoryfilm.com/ Choose Life non-profit - https://www.chooselife.org/ If you want to find more mental health help, I created a printable list of 30 hotlines and resources for families with teenagers. You can download it at https://www.askdrcam.com/free-resources.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Career Strategist Tamara S. Raymond. Tamara (@TamaraSRaymond) is Founder and President of Innovative Management Consulting, Inc, which specializes in professional, career and leadership development, including guidance for teens in determining their career paths. She authored the award-winning book Careering: The Pocket Guide to Exploring Your Future Career. Her goal is to help teens step up and take charge of their future in an accountable and responsible way while still making it fun and engaging. She hopes to offer a sense of ease and purpose and build a positive perspective about their future career. Tamara and Dr. Cam talk about: Why career exploration is important and how it can help motivation and perseverance. When kids should start careering. How parents can help their kids start careering in a way that encourages them rather than stresses them out. If you want to learn more about how to help your teens succeed feel free to grab my Free Guide: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at askdrcam.com/motivateteens.

Tricia Robinson (@triciarobinsoncoaching) was once a successful director in corporate America. After 17 years of attempting to be a “have it all” mom with two young kids, her body and mind broke down. Tricia quit her job and spent over five years recovering from multiple injuries. Now, she’s a triathlete and a NYC marathon finisher with a dream of becoming an Ironman athlete. As a wellness coach, she helps stressed out businesswomen who are tired of running on empty to focus on self-care so that they gain back their energy, fit into their clothes, and feel empowered to fulfill their dreams. In this episode Dr. Cam and Tricia talk about: How a simple walk can help solve complex problems The power of taking little steps to accomplish big things The benefits of nature on our body, mind, and relationship with our teen Check out Tricia’s breathing technique to help you calm down. It's great in a high stress situation or when you want to get to sleep: https://youtu.be/SlV1D1SYhXA If you want to learn even more about how to strengthen your relationship with your teen, join me for my FREE 4-day Connect with Your Teen challenge July 12-15. You can sign up at https://drcam.ck.page/connectionchallenge. Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Tricia shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with special education teacher Laura Orlando. Laura, who is also a mom, started her business Gracious Adventures to give moms creative ways to connect with their tween and teen daughters as well as tools and strategies to help build up their confidence. Laura and Dr. Cam discuss: Creative ways to connect with your teen. Her game-changing idea to deepen your relationship. Tips for building up your teen’s confidence. You can download Laura’s free PDF “10 ways to boost your daughter's confidence TODAY” at https://wp.me/a6uQfS-1xN. If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Laura shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with counselor Desiree Panililio (@encouragingteens). Desiree’s passion is working with hesitant teens who are seeking and struggling with framing who they are and defining a clear vision of their future. She helps them take action and move forward with purpose. Desiree believes communication is the key to any relationship and that we can all use support as we navigate the teenage years. Desiree and Dr. Cam discuss: The impact overscheduling has on our teens and what to do about it. The importance of down time for you and your teen. How to connect with your teen even if they don’t seem to want to connect with you. Read Desiree’s article at https://www.encouragingteens.com/post/teenagers-and-parents-need-to-unplug If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Desiree shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Emily Maze (instagram.com/emilymaze.motherhood) a Respectful parenting coach. Emily helps moms break the cycles of anger and overwhelm, establish routines, and get their kids to listen... without yelling. She developed the Aligned Motherhood Method to help moms provide holistic support in ALL the aspects of motherhood so that they can be the parent they want to be, heal from their pasts, find balance, and finally experience joy and ease in motherhood. In this episode Emily and Dr. Cam talk about What it means to be a respectful parent What you can do today to stop the cycle of yelling and fighting How to deepen your connection with your teen If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Emily shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Advanced Certified Life Coach Diana Swillinger Diana helps women who have tried to do the right thing all their lives-be a good friend, a good mom, a good wife, go to church, volunteer, recycle-but they still feel stuck and miserable. She helps women stop sabotaging themselves from experiencing the joy, love, and contentment that they want so very much by managing their minds. In this episode Dr. Cam and Diana talk about: How to chill out and parent from a place of acceptance. The difference between being chill and complacent. How our own emotions and expectations impact how we show up for our teens. Diana is offering the free video course “How to Stop Worrying.” Sign up at: https://mailchi.mp/dianaswillinger.com/stop-worrying_video-course/ If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my free gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Diana shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with teen musician, Wim Tapley. At the age of 18, Wim is one of the most ambitious artists in the D.C. area. After growing up as a musician and songwriter, he honed his craft by playing live at all of the bars, restaurants, and small venues in his hometown of South Riding, VA, leading worship at his church, and producing his own music. Wim and Dr. Cam talk about: How to find your passion as a teen Following your dream against the odds The benefit of supporting our teen’s dreams How parents can support their teen’s dreams (even if they scare them!) Learn more about Wim and listen to his music at https://www.wimtapley.com.

Our teens LOVE their devices, but to us parents, they open up a scary world of bullies, creeps, and social distortion. How do we keep our kids safe AND allow them to explore and connect online? In today's episode, Dr. Cam talks with Online Safety Educator Fareedah Shaheed. Fareedah is the CEO and Founder of Sekuva, where she helps parents and caretakers protect their kids online. She has taught thousands of people online security & safety, has hosted lunch and learns, and has delivered keynotes on the subject. She is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and is currently serving on the Forbes board for the Under 30 community. She has been named Cybersecurity Personality of the Year 2020. And her work has been featured in Cisco, NASA, FOX 25, FOX 46, FOX Carolina, The Grio, Yahoo!, AfroTech, TripWire, Infosecurity Magazine, Fareedah has a free guide on safer games for kids. If you’d like a copy go to https://my.community.com/fareedah and text the phrase: safe games. If you want to learn more from experts like Fareedah, join me Tuesday afternoons for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. It’s free! You can register at www.askdrcam.com/powerhour. Also, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Fareedah shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. As always, thank you for your support!

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with parenting expert and relationship coach, Aly Pain (@AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove). Growing up, Aly was the smart, fun girl on the outside and a frantic, anxious mess on the inside. She spent years healing the pain of dysfunctional family relationships, including eating disorders and a suicide attempt, to break the cycle raising her own teen boys. Her passion is empowering parents to build healthy, respectful relationships with their teens without giving up or giving in, even if they've tried everything and are at their wits end. Aly and Dr. Cam get real about: Common mistakes parents make with their teens. Your teen’s biggest fear and what’s really stressing them out. How to course correct if you’re at your wit’s end."

In this episode, Dr Cam talks with pediatrician turned life coach, Dr. Lulu (@Askdoctorlulu). Dr. Lulu, who is also a mom, specializes in coaching parents of LGBTQ Kids. She helps them learn to accept, protect, nurture, and support their LGBTQ children so they can flourish and thrive without limitations or judgment. Dr. Lulu and Dr. Cam talk about: When children start to identify their sexual orientation and gender identity. How parents can support their teens as they explore their sexual orientation and gender identity. What parents can do to ensure their LGBTQ children thrive.

Today on Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam I’m joined by Cathy Murphy. Cathy is a Productivity & Healthy Living Coach. She helps caregivers create productive healthy living habits to achieve personal dreams, goals and aspirations while caring for loved ones. We’ll be talking about how to help our teens set goals and build respect through our own actions. If you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Cathy shared with us, please take a quick moment to comment, like, and share. This helps other parents like you find this show.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Juan de Dios Garcia (@Garciadancer). Juan de Dios is a ballroom dance champion, entrepreneur, and couple’s coach. In order to show up as the parents our children need us to be we must make sure our relationship as a couple is healthy and that we’re parenting as a team. Only when we’re on the same page, focusing on the same values and priorities can provide consistent, clear guidance to our teens. Juan de Dios is going to provide some tips on how to do that. Dr. Cam and Juan de Dios discuss: The three relationships everybody has. What to do if you feel like you’re parenting in opposition with your spouse How couples can feel more connected and better support one another as parents. Juan de Dios is offering a Couples Love Challenge from May 24-29. Learn more at www.coupleslovechallenge.com If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour. If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Brenna shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well. Have a peaceful, positive, CALM day.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Brenna Stull (@coachmombook) the Brand Ambassador for "Coach Mom" Brenna is a renowned speaker, mentor, pastor’s wife and mother of seven children. She has been mentoring women for 25 years and has spoken to hundreds of Mom’s organizations on the local level as well as the MOPS International Convention. She is the brand ambassador of “Coach Mom” which she launched in 2007 and does professional coaching to moms internationally in her Coach Mom Tribe membership group. Stull is the author of "Coach Mom: 7 Strategies for Organizing Your Family into an All-Star Team" an international best-seller in eight categories in five countries. Dr. Cam and Brenna discuss: The most powerful way to connect with your teen How to prioritize what will help your teen thrive Tips for intentional public affirmations by the parent at key moments Brenna is also offering free copies of her book to the first 5 audience members that request it. Go to https://www.brenna-stull.com/contact If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour. If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Brenna shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well. Have a peaceful, positive, CALM day.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Deborah A Rosen and Lindsey Thoms the owners of The StudyPro. StudyPro (www.TheStudyPro.com) is an executive function and study skills center in McLean, VA. They work with students to help them better manage the “process” of school. This means helping students become better planners, time managers, initiators, organizers, and completers of work. Most students aren’t taught these skills, yet they are so deeply needed to be successful at school and throughout their careers. Dr. Cam talks with Debbie and Lindsey about: How parents can best support their teens with their schoolwork. The role executive functions (EF) play in student learning. What parents want to stop doing to avoid unnecessary stress. If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour. If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Debbie and Lindsey shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well. Have a peaceful, positive, CALM day.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Giselle Mascarenhas (@theinstaprofessor) a branding coach, mom, and soon to be grandma! Giselle, also known as the branding professor, has been on a mission to empower women since 2009. Her superpower is helping those of us unsure about social media find out footing and learn how to extract our magic to create a purpose-driven brand and share in a way that our core clients can feel relief knowing we exist. She is personally responsible for encouraging me to do this show!!! Her unique perspective and talents have been featured in Yahoo.Finance, Thrive Global, and Buzzfeed. Giselle teaches on a global scale, including the women’s organization Femcity and has courses, programs, and tips at https://library.boldinstatute.com. Dr. Cam and Giselle discuss: The power of listening without offering a teaching moment. The power of including your teens in important decisions. The importance of validating what your teens are feeling to build trust and empowering them to be free to express themselves. Connect with Giselle Mascarenhas Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour. If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Giselle shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Aaron Wandtke, the Founder and President of Executive Staffing Solutions (ESS). Aaron also started Purpose and Wisdom Coaches, which is focused on entrepreneurs and leaders who want to impact their companies, teams, families, and communities. Most importantly, as a father of four daughters, Aaron wants to help us inspire our own daughters to be leaders and make their lives more purposeful. Dr. Cam and Aaron discuss: How addressing our limiting beliefs impacts our parenting skills. How to define our role as a parent. The importance of adjusting our parenting style for each child. Connect with Aaron Wandtke Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com/contact. If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts lined up to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register here. If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Aaron shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.