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Be a Problem Solver Podcast
by Kate & Cory | parenting, social skills, child mental health, speech and lan
On this episode of the Be a Problem Solver podcast, we are tackling the first of the top five common challenges that parents ask us about - helping your child make friends! To get the FREE e-WORKBOOK that accompanies this episode head to:www.beaproblemsolverservices.comWe provide parents and clinicians with information about social skill building and character development, using online materials and our podcast. Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP) and Cory (Ph.D., LPCA, NCC) - a wife speech pathologist and husband mental mental health counselor who focus on bringing you information about social skill development and character building. We both practice independently, and then come together to collaborate on important social skills issues that we hear from our clients over and over again! We love social skill building and character development, and we created this podcast so we could talk about it all the time! Whether your a parent or clinician, we know that
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Ep. 172. How to help your child be more inclusive with the Rainbow Collective for Change
Today Dr. Cory is joined by Kaliq Alexander from the Rainbow Collective for Change (https://www.rainbowcollectiveforchange.org/ ). They discuss the Rainbow Collective's mission and how you can help your child to recognize the diversity in the world. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on...
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Ep. 171 Mental Health Awareness: What is a behavioral health urgent care?
We are joined this week by Michele Chassner of the Hope Center run by KidsPeace outside of Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a behavioral health urgent care, but also has several services to help children from ages 3-20 with a variety of mental health needs. Michele talks to us about the trending...
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Ep. 170 The Transition to Summer for Neurodiverse Students
The transition from school to summer can be exciting! But for students with neurodiverse needs, it can also involve some extra planning. In this episode, we interview one of our clinicians with a speciality in autism and intellectual disability, Brittany Sailer. Her insight into the transition to...
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Ep 169 Mental Health Before Everything Else
In this episode, we discuss why seeking mental health support should be the #1 thing you do before anything else! This type of support is so critical for making all the parts of your life work in your favor...find out why in this episode, and what you can do about it. Grab our $7 e-book to help…
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Ep. 168 Relationship-based Executive Functioning in Therapy
What we do in our therapy practice is Relationship-based Model of Executive Functioning. In this episode, we are taking a look at what this model is, and how you can practice some of the elements of this model at home! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness!…
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Ep. 167 Should you be your kid's friend?
We are tackling the controversial issue - should you be your kid's friend? We tend to disagree about this topic quite a bit in our household and this will probably be a source of debate in a lot of houses! Let us know your thoughts! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for…
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Ep. 166 Loving Someone with Neurodiversity
It's love week! And loving someone with neurodiversity is what we're all about on this podcast! We know that that can be a challenging and rewarding endeavor, but like everything in life, we are all about it! Tune in to find out our thoughts about the more you know about neurodiversity and how we...
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Ep. 165 Raising kids with honesty and integrity shouldn't be this hard
Raising kids with values is something that most parents want to do. But in recent years, and with social media being such a big part of kids' lives, it has become tricky to override some tricky behaviors. In this episode, we are exploring what it means to raise kids with honesty and integrity.…
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EP 164. How your kids should actually be studying for tests and quizzes
Did you know that there are actually better ways to study? When we say "study" most people actually thinking about "reviewing" for tests. But we should really be trying to use better methods that help us with working memory, and truly understanding content. Listen in to this episode to find out...
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Helping your tween and teen with anxiety
As parents, we want to step in and help our kids process and work through anxiety as quickly and smoothly as possible. Unforunately, this looks differently for all kids. It's not all bad, there are strategies that you can implement to help your kids process. In this episode, we are talking about...
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Things parents are doing right
Being a parent is full of responsibilities and we could all use a reminder about the things we are doing right, instead of a list things we need to better at. In this episode, we are talking about the things we've seen lately that have shown parents are trying their best and doing all the right...
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What types of therapy does your child need?
If you're a parent seeking counseling for your child, you know that the options can be overwhelming. In this episode, we discuss the multiple types of therapies available to help you figure out what your child might really need - and when! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing...
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Tech Time: Getting on the same page as your partner
One of the hardest things to agree on in a family is how much tech and screen time each person should get. And what if you're not on the same page as your parenting partner? Then it becomes a point of argument or contention. In this episode, we talk about how to navigate this discussion and tips...
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Calm conversations or screamfest?
Which team are you on? Calm conversations or screamfest? We can be easily triggered by our kids because they know how to push our buttons. In this episode, we are talking about what to do to when we get triggered and how to keep the conversations cool and calm. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get...
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Who even cares about screen time
Screen time is a buzz phrase that makes some people cringe. In this episode we are talking about why you should care about screen time, and why it matters to the way that we raise our kids. We are the first group of parents to raise kids with screens, and there is still a lot to learn! Grab our…
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Why you should care about adolescent brain development
Reminders about adolescent development are critical to understanding our kids. We know that brains don't develop until at least 25 years old, and they are fastest at age 35. In this episode, we are talking about all the reasons that pre-adolescent and adolescent brain develop matter to how we…
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Ep 156. Why not try a family phone?
If you're starting on a tech journey and thinking about getting your child a phone...why not try a family phone? In this episode, we are debating the concept of a family phone and the pros and cons. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you…
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Ep. 155 Tales from the dark web - spooky things we see all the time as clinicians
We try not to scare you too often - but this week we are diving into the creepy and spooky of the internet! We're sharing what we see most often in our practice as a problem, and what you can do about it. A haunted house but it's just your kid watching absolute garbage on YouTube and spending…
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Ep 154. Stop being the executive functioning brain for your child
Executive functioning is a buzz word. But is it really that easy to just start teaching your child executive functioning skills? In this episode, we talk about how to stop being the executive functioning brain for your child, ways to use language in a more powerful way, and what that might mean…
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Ep 153. Better ways to talk to your kid about tech usage
We know tech isn't always the bad guy. But the way we talk about it to our kids can sometimes make or break the way our kids use technology. In this episode, we have some ways that you can talk to your kids about the way they use technology. We'd love it if you help us grow our social following…
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151. 3 tried and true strategies for positive mental health
We're back! And we're having a discussion on what the phrase mental illness and mental health really mean these days. What do you picture when you think of mental illness and mental health and what impact does it have on you when diagnosed when mental illness? We're tackling these questions this...
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150. What does mental illness mean to you?
We're back! And we're having a discussion on what the phrase mental illness and mental health really mean these days. What do you picture when you think of mental illness and mental health and what impact does it have on you when diagnosed when mental illness? We're tackling these questions this...
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What is communication repair and why does it matter?
Have you ever cringed when your child has said something inappropriate? And then you are profusely apologizing and then you're not sure if the person in question is still offended? This would be a time to help your child practice communication repair. In this episode, we're exploring how...
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The #1 thing I tell all my clients
When people come for therapy, there are several common threads to the process. Tune in to fing out the #1 thing I tell all my clients about the process! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone...
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Why middle school friendships are hard
If you are in a stage of helping your middle schooler navigate some friendship drama, this episode is for you. Middle school friendships are critical to social and emotional development, and sometimes, drama is part of the process. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz!...
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Is your kid's anxiety genetic?
Anxiety in children and teens is a hot button issue since the pandemic. We have seen an increase in anxiety in many of our clients, and even the news has picked up on the global increase for kids and teens! In this episode, we are discussing the origins of anxiety, where it comes from, and what…
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Should you interfere in your middle schooler's friendships?
You, parent, often tell us that your child is involved in some sort of social drama, but they won't share what it is. You observe that your child is upset about a social interaction, something that happpend at school, something that happened on SnapChat...but what do you do about it? In this...
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Should you give your middle schooler a phone?
Should you give your middle schooler a phone? Probably not. But will you? Probably yes. So now what? Today we are tackling the questions around preparing for your middle schooler to get a phone and what your role as a parent is for tween and teen phone use~ Is your tween ready for a phone? Take…
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Does YOUR baggage interfere in your parenting?
We are constantly evolving in our parenting. Sometimes some old wounds may boil up from our baggage and make it difficult to parse out what's really happening with our kids. Does that happen to you? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz!...
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How to vet legit resources for our LGBTQIA+ youth
For families and LGBTQIA+ youth, finding resources that are a good fit can be a challenge. We always encourage clients to find the counselor or resource that is the right fit, but this is especially true for the LGBTQIA+ where suicide prevention is key. Find out more about our guest, Brittany…
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Prepping for the college essay process can be easier than you think
Our guest, Sadie Harper of Southern Ambition, is sharing her talent and knowledge of college essay writing. We know that it can be a stressful time when your kids start applying to college, so take a listen if you'd like some insight into the process! https://southernambition-nc.com/ Is your…
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Your kids need a trusted mentor.
We are always talking about how important it is for your kids to find their "thing." But what comes along with that is a trusted adult that can help guide them along the way. Oftentimes, this isn't a parent, but instead a coach, teacher, or leader. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz!...
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Our ideal choice for new tween and teen phone users. Hint: it's not an iPhone
This episode is all about why we love the Pinwheel phone for a beginner user over an iphone! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are…
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The story of Dr. Cory's trauma and how it shaped his life - PART II
Last week Dr. Cory told us about his childhood and how that impacted him. This week we are learning how his healing journey has progressed and why it's been so influential on his life. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn...
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The story of Dr. Cory's trauma and how it shaped his life - PART I
This is a heavy episode. If you're not in a good place, we don't suggest you listen. Today Dr. Cory is sharing his childhood trauma and how it shaped his life. Stay tuned for the inspiring Part II! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz!...
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Who's the bad guy? Is it the tech?
In this episode, we are clarifying our message about technology. Spoiler alert: technology isn't the bad guy! In fact, there is no bad guy. So how do you be more intentional with tech? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn...
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Is your tween starting to be a jerk? Here are some typical tween milestones to put your mind at ease
It's true that transition from cute kiddo to tween to teen can be kind of rough. The truth is, it's very common and totally developmentally appropriate for your tween to act kind of like a PITA! In this episode, Dr. Cory shares some memories of his time as a jerk during that period. Is your tween...
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The age of parent education - are you in or out?
Is parent education for you? or nah? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our...
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Are you using technology with intention?
Getting stuck in the scroll? Don't want to your kid to end up doing the same? Here are some tips for introducing a phone to your child with intention. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone…
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What is Media Mindfulness? And why is it THE MOST IMPORTANT skill you can teach your kid?
Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent...
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Our kids are experiencing shame online. We can help!
The dreaded "s" word...SHAME! Our kids are experiencing shame online, and though we can't always prevent it, we can certainly be proactive about how we handle it! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the…
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Your kids are being bullied in their own room.
How can we prevent our kids from being bullied in their own room? With the age of digital media becoming pervasive, bullies can reach our kids anytime, whenever they want. We can learn new skills as parents on how to talk to our kids about this, and prevent damage! Is your tween ready for a…
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Ugh. Online predators exists. Here's what to do about it.
Ugh. Online predators exist. It's gross, sad, inconvenient, and damaging to victims. In this episode, we talk about where these predators may hang out and how to prepare against them. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn...
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Is your tween ready for a phone?
What are the things that make your tween ready for a phone? Most of the time they are actually soft skills that we judge as a parent. They aren't totally tangible. Listen in to see what we think about the top skills for judging if your tween is ready for a phone or click below to take the quiz!…
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Should we be trying to raise our kids like it's the 90s?
Simpler times. There are so many things about raising a 90's kid that seem appealing. There was so much less disruption, distraction, and confusion about how to navigate the real world vs. the "online world" because it just didn't exist. In this episode, we talk about what things about being a…
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Our recommendations for introducing personal devices to your kids and tweens
Introducing personal devices is a hefty consideration in parenting these days. It's easy to get your kid that phone they've been asking for on their birthday - but are you prepared? In this episode we talk recommendations for safely and responsibly introducing personal devices like phones…
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What is "parallel energy?" And why it's the greatest parenting hack ever!
We are coining the term "parallel energy" to denote how we talk to our kids and teens. Similar to co-regulation, we want to be on the same "page" but we also want to bring a calm parallel energy. Dr. Cory explains more in this episode. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here:...
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Traveling Different, an interview with Dawn Barclay, author of Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse
Dawn Barclay gives us beginning tips on traveling with neurodiverse individuals. We LOVE this topic because we believe these strategies can apply to any family! Learn more about her upcoming book here:...
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Is it possible to "live alongside the cringe?"
Last week, Taylor Swift gave a pretty decent commencement speech at NYU. She talked about getting used to cringe, living alongside it, accepting it as part of life. In this episode, let's figure out what that means for our teens. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here:...
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Video game and screen time rage is real - here's how we combat it.
What do you do if your child throws a video game controller across the room? What do you do to curb screen melt-downs? Raging is real, and in this episode, we're going to tell you how we handle it. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are...
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On this episode of the Be a Problem Solver podcast, we are tackling the first of the top five common challenges that parents ask us about - helping your child make friends! To get the FREE e-WORKBOOK that accompanies this episode head to:www.beaproblemsolverservices.comWe provide parents and clinicians with information about social skill building and character development, using online materials and our podcast. Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP) and Cory (Ph.D., LPCA, NCC) - a wife speech pathologist and husband mental mental health counselor who focus on bringing you information about social skill development and character building. We both practice independently, and then come together to collaborate on important social skills issues that we hear from our clients over and over again! We love social skill building and character development, and we created this podcast so we could talk about it all the time! Whether your a parent or clinician, we know that
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