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  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Melissa Sams - guest expert

    The role of a guardian ad litem (GAL) can be extremely important in child custody cases. They can serve as a voice for the child, advocating for their best interests and ensuring that they are protected throughout the legal process.

    What exactly is the role of a Guardian Ad Litem though? Who can be one? Who would need one? On this episode, Tara welcomes Melissa Sams, Attorney at Law in Winston-Salem to discuss this topic and provide some practical advice for parents.

    Melissa embarked on her journey into the legal field in 2001 and in April 2007, she founded Sams Law Firm, PC. Her firm quickly gained recognition for its exceptional service, earning accolades as one of the top law firms in the southern triad. Her areas of practice include collaborative law, parenting coordination, Guardian Ad Litem services, mediation, and special proceedings. Her holistic approach to legal matters ensures that the families she works with receive comprehensive support during difficult times.

    Tune in to learn:

    What’s the purpose of a GAL?

    How is it different from a PC (or a therapist)?

    What kind of recommendations can be made by this person?

    How can they be helpful?

    How might they be less helpful?



    To learn more about Melissa Sams and her services: https://www.samslegal.com

    For more information about Dr. Egan's services:

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
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    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Emily Cherkin - guest expert

    Is it a struggle to find technology balance in your home?

    If so, you will not want to miss this episode with Emily Cherkin.

    Emily Cherkin, MEd, The Screentime Consultant, is a nationally recognized consultant who takes a tech-intentional approach to addressing screentime challenges. A former middle school teacher, she has been featured for her work in the New York Times, the Washington Post, on the Today Show (twice), Good Morning America, Australia Weekend Today, the BBC, NPR, Sirius XM Radio, and numerous parenting websites, blogs, and podcasts.

    Emily is here to discuss her book, “The Screentime Solution: A Judgement-Free Guide to Becoming a Tech-Intentional Family" and share practical strategies parents can use to find technology balance in the home and how a family can become more tech-intentional.

    To in to Learn:
    - What Emily feels is “excessive screen use”

    - What does it mean to be tech-intentional?

    - “The benefits of boredom.” (hint: the birthplace of creativity)

    - Why is it so hard to put down the devices and why quick fixes don't work?

    - How moderation can be beneficial

    - What to do when the children are living in two households



    Emily teaches parenting courses, offers private parent consultations, facilitates professional development training, and provides personalized school presentations built on her tech-intentional approach. To learn more: https://thescreentimeconsultant.com/


    For more information about Dr. Egan's services:

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

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  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Lacey Wallace - guest co-host
    Nikki Pagano - guest expert

    While picky eating is common among children, persistent and severe cases warrant attention from a healthcare professional.

    Today, Tara is joined by Egan Counseling & Consulting's very own, Lacey Wallace. Tara and Lacey co-host an informative interview with Nikki Pagano, LCSW about selective eating in our kids.

    Nikki Pagano is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice. Prior to relocating to Charlotte, Nikki served as the Director of Adolescent Services at the Columbia Center for Eating Disorders in New York. She has co-authored an online eating disorder course for medical students which has been adopted by Columbia and Yale medical schools and currently teaches an eating disorder course to Atrium's psychiatric residents.

    Nikki is certified in Family-based Treatment which is the first-line treatment for children and adolescents with restrictive eating disorders and has extensive training in and experience providing CBT for eating disorders and, more specifically, CBT for ARFID.

    Today, she is here to discuss selective eating ---what to look for, what should parents be concerned about and ARFID.

    ARFID stands for “avoidant restrictive food intake disorder.” ARFID is a relatively new eating disorder that looks very different from other eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia. Kids with ARFID aren’t worried about how much they weigh, though they sometimes do lose too much weight. Instead, they have rigid and restricted eating habits for other reasons.

    Many kids with ARFID avoid foods that have a certain taste, texture, color or some other specific quality. And some kids with ARFID just have very little interest in food. It’s common for kids with all kinds of ARFID to like only a very limited set of foods.

    What sets ARFID apart from normal picky eating is that ARFID has significant negative impacts on the child’s physical and/or mental health.

    - How is it typically diagnosed?

    - What are the signs that a child may warrant a diagnosis?

    - Is this diagnosis comorbid with other diagnoses, typically?

    - How is it typically treated?

    - What role do parents have in the success of treatment?

    - How can a parent find a provider who specializes in this?

    Website mentioned for more information - www.train2treated.com

    To learn more about Nikki, www.nikkipaganolcw.com.

    For more information about Dr. Egan and Lacey Wallace's services:

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Meredith Eaton - guest co-host

    On this episode, Tara welcomes her best friend and guest co-host, Meredith Eaton. Tara and Meredith joined together for a follow up discussion (Part II) from the episode on 2/14 with Brooke Bralove, LCSW-C, ART Practitioner--- all about Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).

    Tara was so inspired by this therapy, and Brooke, that she immediately signed up (and has just completed) the certification training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).

    Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a brief, evidence-based therapy that employs techniques like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), guided imagery, and visualization to assist people in processing and resolving traumatic memories.

    Here’s how ART can be beneficial:

    Rapid Relief from Trauma Symptoms:ART aims to alleviate symptoms related to trauma, PTSD, phobias, addiction, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Unlike other forms of trauma therapy, ART does not require you to provide a written or verbal description of the traumatic experience, which may limit feelings of distress.Most people find relief quickly, often within just a few sessions



    Tune in to learn Tara's journey of taking the training and how it can help YOU!




    For more information about Dr. Egan and her services:

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Caitlyn Andersen, M.S., LCMHCA, NCC- guest expert

    ~First Episode of Season 8~

    What an information packed episode we have in store for you! On this first episode of Season 8, Tara welcomes the newest member of Egan Counseling & Consulting, Caitlyn Andersen to discuss all things vaping. This latest episode is about what parents need to know about vaping, as well as, what teens need to know about vaping. We tackle the tough questions about its impact on kids and teens, and arm you with the knowledge needed to understand this modern phenomenon.

    We find that there are a lot of misconceptions about vaping and today we hope to clear some of them up.

    To in to learn:
    - the different types of vapes (nicotine and THC)
    - what substances are in the various types of vapes
    - the side effects that vaping can do to your body
    - information about quitting
    - the latest in medications and new research
    - And So Much More!

    For more information about Caitlyn or to get any questions answered, go HERE

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox





  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Meredith Eaton - co-host
    Michelle Holleman - guest expert

    ~Last Episode of Season 7~

    Today Tara and co-host Meredith are super excited to welcome Michelle Holleman. Michelle is a licensed psychotherapist and the founder and Clinical Director of Life Healing Counseling, located in Charlotte, NC.

    Michelle Holleman also holds specializations as:

    - Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS)

    – Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT)

    – Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT)

    – Certified Multi-Addiction Therapist (CMAT) in Tech and Gaming


    This is the second time Michelle has been with us because she has such a vast amount of knowledge and experience that we love to tap into. The topic at hand today is Betrayal Trauma.

    Tune in to learn:

    - What is betrayal trauma
    - Is betrayal trauma a form of PTSD - what are the symptoms
    - Different kinds of betrayal
    - What is financial infidelity
    - How to talk to a partner about the betrayal
    - How to enter into new relationships in a healthier way
    - AND SO MUCH MORE!


    For more information about Michelle and her services:
    http://lifehealingcounseling.com/

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Meredith Eaton - co-host
    Brooke Bralove - guest expert

    Today is a doubly special day (Is that even a word?)!

    Tara's co-host is her best friend Meredith Eaton and their special guest expert is Brook Bralove.

    Tara and Meredith are discussing with Brooke a unique therapeutic modality called, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). This is going to be one of those episodes that you refer back to! They will be specifically discussing how this brief treatment modality provides lasting relief and healing to individuals (including parents and kids) with PTSD, trauma, phobias, addiction, anxiety, and depression. Oh, I forgot to mention that it can be done rapidly, sometimes in only one session!

    You will definitely want to tune in and learn:

    - what this modality is exactly
    - the process that the therapist guides their client through
    - who can benefit from this treatment
    - how it doesn't need to be used only for trauma, but most everyday challenges
    -examples of how it can be used with children and for parents
    -HOW QUICKLY IT CAN BE EFFECTIVE
    - AND SO MUCH MORE!

    Brooke Bralove, LCSW-C is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Practitioner, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and Certified Daring Wayℱ Facilitator. Brooke specializes in treating adults, couples, and groups with anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Brooke helps women of all ages let go of perfectionism and move toward greater authenticity, joy, pleasure, and connection.

    Brooke’s new passion is Accelerated Resolution Therapy, a brief treatment modality using bilateral eye movements to provide lasting relief and healing to patients with PTSD, trauma, phobias, addiction, anxiety, and depression. She has maintained a private practice in Bethesda, Maryland for 20 years.

    [email protected]
    www.brookebralove.com
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brookebralovepsychotherapy/
    IG: @brookebralovepsychotherapy
    Tik Tok: @bbralovepsychotherapy


    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan, host
    Anna, teen co-host

    As we start out 2024, Tara and Anna record a special episode sharing what is happening in their lives currently.

    Many of you have said that you enjoy hearing about Anna's journey of high school/college/relationships and everything that goes along with it, so we thought they would give an update!

    Tara also has some major life changes going on and will tell us about what is happening, how she is feeling about it.

    Tune in and get an update and possibly some inspiration for your own life as a teen or a parent.

    For more information and valuable resources from Dr. Tara Egan:

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Lisa Zeiderman - guest expert

    Divorce can be complicated, but add in high conflict partners, mental abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial abuse, narcissists, etc. it can really elevate the stress and complications.

    When a divorce involves high levels of conflict, it can take a significant toll on everyone involved, especially the children. That is why it is essential to have a team of professionals, including family lawyers and therapists, working together to ensure that everyone involved is receiving the necessary support and guidance.

    This episode Tara welcome Lisa Zeiderman, Managing Partner of Managing Partner - Miller Zeiderman LLP in NYC. You will learn about the different roles and therapists and attorneys play as well as some great info about these types of separations and divorces such as:

    -The best way to approach any conflict is to educate yourself and be aware
    -The prevalence and repercussions of financial abuse
    - How financial abuse lends itself to physical and emotionally abuse
    - How important it is to be honest about your situation and keeping your attorney informed
    -What is and isn't important to share with your attorney and therapist
    -The importance of therapists and attorneys collaborating
    - And So Much More

    Lisa Zeiderman, a Managing Partner, is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Certified Financial Litigator, known for her work on complex litigation regarding financial and custody divorce matters, as well as pre- and post-nuptial agreements in New York City and Westchester County.

    Her approach to matrimonial and family law often includes enlisting an interdisciplinary team, including mental health professionals, financial advisors, career counselors and real estate advisors. This enables her to create an integrated approach for clients and their families going through a divorce that doesn’t begin and end with negotiating the settlement agreement.

    She also works with cases that involve mental health issues including narcissism and borderline personality, and she regularly consults with mental health professionals on these matters.


    Website: https://lisazeiderman.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-zeiderman-esq-a2a041a/recent-activity/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisazeiderman

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.zeiderman.3


    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Justina Floyd, MA, NCC, LCMHC - guest expert


    What Is Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?

    When ketamine is prescribed by a physician and taken at a low dose in conjunction with psychotherapy, it has been shown effective in the treatment of depression, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), some types of anxiety and chronic pain.

    On this episode of "One Day You'll Thank Me," Tara welcomes back Justina Floyd from the Carolina Center in Charlotte, NC to educate us about this type of treatment.

    Tune In to Learn:

    What is Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?

    How is it effective in treating depression, PTSD, anxiety?

    What does a KAP treatment entail?

    How would someone know if this type of treatment is right for them?


    Justina Floyd is a Board Certified, Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) that specializes in women and trauma. She broadly specializes in women and trauma. Justina offers treatment for complex issues such as PTSD, CPTSD, depression, anxiety, perinatal mental health, non-traditional relationships, and sexual health. She is MAPS and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy trained, as well as EMDR trained with advance training in perinatal trauma and early childhood trauma in adults.

    https://www.carolinascenter.com/justina-hinterberger

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Katherine Pendergast and Lacie Brueckner- guest experts


    Saying goodbye to a pet is hard for everyone, especially children. How can parents help their children through the process, remember the sweet memories and celebrate their life?

    This week Tara welcomes Katherine Pendergast and Lacie Brueckner to discuss how to walk children through the grieving process and provide strategies for parents who seek to prepare their children for the loss of a pet.. They will discuss their book, "Good Bye Bella: A Pet Story" In this thoughtful picture book, a young girl named Charlotte says goodbye to her dog, Bella, in the most loving way she can think of and cherishes the last few days with her beloved pet. After Bella passes away, Charlotte and her family celebrate Bella’s life and do activities to honor and remember their sweet Bella.

    Katherine Pendergast is a Midwest author who has written several books, including award-winning and number-one bestsellers. She loves writing about tricky topics that can help families during difficult times. Some of the topics she has written about include pet adoption, pet loss, human loss, funerals, and grieving.

    Lacie Brueckner has been a funeral director serving families since 2005. She takes a special interest in meeting the needs of children during the funeral process, as they very much want and need to feel included too. In her experience she has found that including them and letting them lead the way in how much they want to be included usually works the best.

    She has also written several other books, including her award-winning books Pickles the Dog: Adopted, Pickles the Dog: A Christmas Tradition, and Babies of the Badlands.

    You’ll find further information by visiting the Kat’s Socks website and finding more on Facebook and Instagram.

    https://katssocks.com/products/pre-order-goodbye-bella-a-pet-loss-story





    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
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    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox



  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Cathy Himlin LMFT, LPCC- guest expert


    Is your child avoiding or refusing contact with you?

    Are you in a conflictual custody situation?

    Have you tried everything, but nothing seems to work?

    You do not want to miss this week of "One Day You'll Thank Me" with special guest expert, Cathy Himlin, LMFT, LPCC. Cathy has over 25 years of experience working with families, kids, and their parents. As a court-involved social worker and therapist with dependency and family law cases, she has seen how beneficial a child-centered approach is.

    Listen in as Tara and Cathy discuss what happens when high-conflict divorce leads to estrangement between parent and child. Learn tips for reunification and to help bridge the gap, including:


    - Child-centered parenting specifically created for estranged parents.

    - Learn why children may avoid parents and ways to reach your child.

    - How to help your child feel safe, heard and loved by you.

    - How do we define “parent-child estrangement”? What behaviors and emotions are observable when a parent and child are estranged?

    -Ideally, what role should the preferred parent play in the reunification process?

    To learn more about what Cathy Himlin and her services and classes, please visit her website at www.himlinconsulting.com

    Get her FREE pdf - 5 Reasons a Child Rejects a Parent
    https://himlin-consulting.ck.page/5reasonswhy


    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Katie Blythe, MSW, LCSWA, CHC - guest expert

    How does tuning into our body's feelings and sensations help in therapy?

    This week Tara welcomes her colleague and guest expert, Katie Blythe, MSW, LCSWA, CHC to talk about how tuning into the body can help in the therapeutic process.

    Tune in to learn about how incorporating the whole self can create better result and how Katie works with her clients using somatic techniques and experiences.

    Also:
    What is the Top Down and Bottom Up Approach?
    What are grounding strategies and how the increase the results from therapy?
    What are somatic experience and exercises?
    How listening to the sensations in the body such as, heart flutters, butterflies in the stomach can be helpful in the process.
    Why some people disconnect from their body and the feelings they have?
    Learn tools and exercises that can help in times of overwhelm, anxiety, sadness, etc.


    For more information about Katie Blythe -
    https://www.egancounselingandconsulting.com/

    For more information and resources/Dr. Tara Egan:
    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Jerry Dye, Jr., LCMHCA - guest expert

    Are you looking to improve all of your relationships? This episode is for you if you want to learn how validation can improve all of your relationships.

    Many people think that validating is only used in a romantic relationships, but we learn how essential it is for all interpersonal relationships. In this episode, Tara and Anna welcome back Tara's colleague, Jerry Dye, Jr. LCMHCA to the podcast to discuss validation.


    What is validation?
    How does someone validate another? What does it sound like?
    Why is it essential in relationships?
    How can it improve your relationship with your kids and partners/spouses?
    How teens can learn this skill early on in their relationships.


    For more information about Jerry Dye -
    https://www.egancounselingandconsulting.com/

    For more information and resources/Dr. Tara Egan:
    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    AmberTolbert, LISW-CP- guest expert


    Codependency.

    This week Tara welcomes Amber Tolbert, LISW-CP for a very powerful discussion and information packed episode that you won't want to miss.

    Codependency - How to Detach With Love

    Listen in to learn more about:

    What is Codependency?How does it impact our sense of self?What does it mean to “detach with love”?What are the characteristics of a healthy relationship?

    Amber Tolbert, LISW-CP is the Founder and Chief Operating Officer of The Healing Collective in SC. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with dual Master degrees in Social Work and Public Health. She is also dually licensed in South Carolina and North Carolina as a Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Her experience over the past 10 years has taken her to many different mental health settings and she has experience with all ages. Amber utilizes approaches including experiential psychotherapy, mindfulness, and trauma focused modalities.
    To learn more about Amber and her services: https://the-healingcollective.com


    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox




  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Amanda K. Crowder, MSW, LCSW * Julianna Elsworth, MSW, LCSW * Anastasia Harmeyer, MSW, LCSW, LCAS - guest experts


    Whether you’re a therapist, teacher, social worker, school counselor, or parent, we have a great episode for you this week about an all-in-one resource that will allow you to navigate a range of issues, from the common to the not-so-common, including:

    Anxiety and worryUncomfortable thoughts and feelingsLoss, trauma, and griefAnger, impulsivity, and self-harmLack of motivation, disorganization, and distractibilityQuestions about sexuality, body image, and consentLow self-esteemDifficult life transitions, family dynamics, and divorceBoundaries and healthy relationshipsTechnology and social mediaInjustice and inequalityAnd more!


    Listen in as Tara talks some of her favorite colleagues from Calming Waters Counseling Services, here in Charlotte, NC ---Amanda K. Crowder, MSW, LCSW * Julianna Elsworth, MSW, LCSW * Anastasia Harmeyer, MSW, LCSW, LCAS ---about their new book!

    In the DBT, CBT, and Play Therapy Toolbox , you’ll find over 200 ready-to-use worksheets and activities designed to help kids and adolescents build social-emotional skills, develop greater insight, and process their struggles in a playful yet therapeutic manner.

    To learn more about Amanda, Juliana, and Anastasia's services: www.calmingwaterscounselingservices.com

    To get a copy of this great resource, GO HERE
    To learn more information and resources -Dr. Tara Egan:

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox





  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan, host
    Anna, teen co-host

    After recording the first episode about 5 Topics You Need to Talk to Your Teen About Prior to College, Tara and Anna felt like there was so much more to expand on and discuss. So....

    This week we have part II where Tara and Anna discuss 5 MORE Topics to Discuss With Your Teen Before College. Anna is just about ready to spread her wings and fly as she heads out to college and shares her experience so far including her excitement, fears, and so much more.

    Tune in to hear mom and daughter discuss:
    Academics, relationships, expectations, drugs/alcohol use, and self-care!


    Any questions you have for Tara? Connect with her at any of the options below!


    Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
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    Podcast edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Anna- teen co-host
    Melanie Berry, MS, BCB-F, BCN, qEEG-D, FAIS - guest expert

    Our brains are incredibly adaptable. We are creating new neuropathways each day via learning and processing of information. With ADHD, anxiety, concussion, sleep issues, etc., healthier patterns need to be learned. Neurofeedback is one option to harnesses the brain’s natural ability to change, to retrain your brain.

    This episode, Tara and Anna welcome guest expert, Melanie Berry, the Founder and Clinical Director of the Carolina's Biofeedback Clinic to discuss neurofeedback as an option for kids (and adults of course).

    Tune in to learn:

    What is neurofeedback? What does the process look and feel like?

    What type of conditions/symptoms does it treat?

    What type of data collection/tools do you use to determine where symptoms originate from? How do you create a plan to create healthier brain patterns in individuals?

    How do I know if my child is a good candidate for neurofeedback?

    How do I find a clinician who is trained in neurofeedback?

    To learn more about Melanie and her services at Carolina's Biofeedback Clinic, https://www.cbfclinic.com/

    Any questions you have for Tara? Connect with her at any of the options below!


    Website - To learn more about Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.


    Podcast edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan - host
    Lauren Moore, LCSW - guest expert

    Though it is a tough topic to discuss, it is a very important one for teens and parents to be educated about, and that topic is teen suicide. We want to provide up dated information and resources so we can treat it and hopefully prevent it . In this episode, you will learn about:

    What suicidality is. How is this different from self-harm?According to the National Center of Health Statistics most recent data, suicide ranks as the 2nd leading cause of death among 15-34-year-olds. Is it a true desire to die? A means to escape pain or apathy?What are some of the risk factors and signs of suicidality that family, friends, teachers, etc. can be aware of?Does social media play a role in society’s understanding of suicidality?How can kids/teens who are aware that their friend has been struggling with suicidal thoughts often don’t know what they can do to help or support their friend?



    To learn more about Lauren Moore and her services: https://qc-counseling.com

    For more information and resources -Dr. Tara Egan:

    Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

    Facebook - learn more HERE.
    YouTube - learn more HERE.
    Instagram - learn more HERE.

    Edited by Christian Fox

  • Cast:
    Dr. Tara Egan, host
    Anna, teen co-host

    Do you have a teen getting ready to start college in the Fall? If so, you don't want to miss this episode as Tara and Anna discuss Anna's leaving for college and a few topics that you may want to discuss before your teen leaves.

    The key is to open up communication and discuss things to make sure you are on the same page and prepared for preventable situations, etc.


    Any questions you have for Tara? Connect with her at any of the options below!


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    Podcast edited by Christian Fox