Parent Like A Psychologist

Today’s podcast episode delves into the book Raising Human Beings by Ross Greene, focusing on building a collaborative partnership with your child. Greene, renowned for his work in child development,…

In today’s episode, are you ready to dive into the insightful world of Hold On to Your Kids by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté? As someone who enjoys reading two to three books a month—often opting for…

In this episode, we're diving into the captivating journey of self-discovery and healing with Emma Gilmore from Hope Rising Coaching. Emma's passion for empowering women in midlife shines through as …

In this podcast episode, I’ll be sharing a change in plans and diving into the topic of cricket—a significant part of our family life. I’ll explore the broader benefits of community and club sports, …

In today’s episode, as I gear up for the next school year, I’ve been mulling over something interesting. You know how people often say you’ve got to choose between academic success and well-being? We…

In this episode with Dr Tommy Tran, an experienced paediatrician specialising in ADHD, we will delve into the intricacies of ADHD medication and its potential impact on children. With over 11 years o…

In today’s episode, I’ll explore the challenges of managing children’s behaviour during the summer holidays, emphasising the importance of understanding the underlying reasons for their actions.

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In this podcast episode, I’m looking ahead and contemplating the upcoming 2024 school year. Reflecting on the lessons learned from managing summer transitions, I share insights on how to prepare for …

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As I sit here on this public holiday in Australia, just on the brink of the New Year, I want to discuss a topic that’s close to my heart – the significance of play. Today, with families …

In this upcoming episode, I’ll be acknowledging the incredible job you’re doing by taking a moment for yourself amid the chaos of family life. Whether you’ll be listening on Christmas Day—like Jens—o…

In today’s conversation, I aim to delve into the art of fostering social connections during the summer break, prioritising the cultivation of meaningful relationships over the formal development of s…

Today, I want to share insights into creating sensory-friendly activities for children during the holidays. As a parent of a child with sensory processing differences, I understand how important it i…

In today’s episode, I’ll be delving into the challenges of managing summer transitions for children, especially those with autism or ADHD. I’ll share strategies to help prepare for changes, maintain …

In today’s episode, I’ll delve into the topic of cognitive assessments – a subject that often arises in my conversations with parents. Drawing on my experience as a psychologist, I aim to shed light …

As someone deeply immersed in the world of writing, recent experiences with report writing and engaging conversations about memoirs have highlighted the challenges many children with ADHD or autism f…

In today’s episode, I want to discuss school refusal—a complex issue I’ve encountered both as a parent and as a psychologist. School refusal presents in many forms, and it is more common among neurod…

In today’s special episode, we are joined by Dr Shiromi. With over 15 years of experience in the medical field, Dr Shiromi is a distinguished Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practit…

In today’s episode, I want to discuss the topic of visual support. It’s a subject that has gained a great deal of attention lately, and I’ve noticed that many people have been downloading the guide a…

In this engaging podcast episode, I’d like to share my passion for enhancing the parenting experience and nurturing happy, well-adjusted children. My primary focus is on developing essential life ski…

In today’s episode, I discuss the important topic of emotional regulation, which is especially relevant for families going through challenging times. Emotional regulation is the ability to manage our…