Part One: The Role of Parent Coaching With Mental Health Counselor Madeline Cohen

This is Part one of a 2 part conversation. In this episode, Dr. Ellie McGregor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Madeline Cohen, explore the intersection of holistic pediatric care and counseling, focusing on the importance of parent coaching, emotional regulation, and the impact of personal health journeys on professional practice. They discuss the significance of play therapy in child development, the challenges of parental burnout, and the concept of self-parenting as a means to meet emotional needs. The dialogue emphasizes the interconnectedness of health, parenting, and emotional well-being, providing insights for parents and professionals alike.

Madeline helps parents break generational patterns. Your current frustrations are rooted in your (and your parents’) upbringing. She has techniques to mitigate the trauma playing out in your current family life and helps create a more connected family experience.

To contact Madeline Cohen, you can reacher her by phone at (828) 539-4533. Her email is [email protected] and her facebook is https://www.facebook.com/madelinecohenlcmhc/

Takeaways

Parent coaching enhances the parent-child connection.
Emotional regulation is crucial for effective parenting.
Burnout can significantly affect family dynamics.
Play therapy allows children to express their emotions naturally.
Self-parenting helps adults meet their own emotional needs.
Generational trauma can impact parenting styles.
Health journeys can inform and enhance professional practice.
Connection is essential for healthy child development.
Awareness of one's own needs is vital for parents.
Creating a supportive environment is key for children's growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Holistic Pediatric Care
01:29 The Journey to Counseling and Parent Coaching
03:27 Understanding Parent Coaching and Its Impact
05:13 The Role of Ancestral Trauma in Parenting
06:07 Personal Health Journeys and Professional Insights
09:43 The Importance of Self-Care for Parents
12:37 The Impact of Play Therapy on Child Development
17:52 Navigating Parental Burnout and Emotional Regulation
21:46 Self-Parenting: Meeting Unmet Needs
21:59 Healing the Inner Child
23:58 Understanding Trauma: Big T vs. Little t

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