Beyond the stories #1 With Rita Ho Bezzola and Guest Paige Howard

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Beyond the Stories.Beyond the Stories is the companion podcast to Once Upon a Feeling, where the stories open the door — and the conversations go deeper.Hosted by Rita Bezzola — a mother, community builder, musician, and creator — the podcast brings together thoughtful experts to gently untangle the questions surrounding children’s emotional well-being and development.New listeners are encouraged to begin with the corresponding story episode in Once Upon a Feeling, as listening to the story first adds meaningful depth and context to each conversation.In the inaugural episode of Beyond the Stories, Rita sits down with family therapist Paige Howard to explore the emotional and social challenges children face today. Together, they discuss Paige’s journey into therapy, what resilience truly means, and how parents can support their children’s emotional growth without overpowering it.Each episode offers practical, compassionate strategies to help children articulate their feelings, navigate social dynamics, and feel more deeply understood.00:00 Introduction to Beyond the Story01:23 Meet Paige Howard: A Family Therapist's Journey04:06 Childhood Experiences and Their Impact07:12 Understanding and Navigating Children's Social Dynamics10:38 Strategies for Parents: Communication and Intervention19:29 Building Resilience in Children26:16 Conclusion and Contact Informationhttps://gooshi.world/https://linktr.ee/gooshi_worldPaige Howard's contact info and qualificationLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 148453) Registered Play Therapist ™ (RPT6934).Populations: kids (ages 3-11), teens, parentsQualifications: Child-Centered Play Therapy Specialty (Registered Play Therapist Certification)Email: [email protected]: 626-214-5874Playhouse Collectivehttps://www.playhousetherapy.co/meetushttps://www.instagram.com/playhousetherapy.co/?hl=esPsychology Today profile:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/paige-howard-pasadena-ca/1177590You can explore Gooshi's ecosystem here:https://linktr.ee/gooshi_world