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The ChildPsych Podcast brings to you the top parenting & mental health experts in the world. Designed to educate and inspire you with current research & concrete strategies that foster resiliency & healing in children and teens. Most importantly we’re here because we need to raise a generation of children who don’t need to recover from their childhoods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Based on 5 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Specific family scenarios become practical lessons in attachment, emotional development and responding to children with greater care.
The Child Psych Podcast turns difficult family moments into questions a parent can act on. Tanya Johnson's conversations move between children's emotional lives and the adult reactions surrounding them, with attention to attachment, body image, ADHD, fear, belonging and racism.
A teen worries about her weight; your standard pep talk goes on trial.
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A focused attachment conversation for parents stung when their child reaches for someone else.
Eli Harwood's conversation with Tanya Johnson takes up the sting a parent can feel when a child turns toward another caregiver. Drawing on attachment research, Harwood explains why a two- or three-year-old might run to the other parent after getting hurt, and why that moment is…
A thoughtful episode on how children build belonging amid the racism, exclusion, and cultural signals around them.
The Child Psych Podcast treats belonging as something children learn through the adults, institutions, and daily signals around them. Its single-episode discussion draws a line from conscious parenting to racism, white supremacy, and the ways economic instability can be used to…
A grounded ADHD discussion about making schoolwork manageable and helping teens build momentum through small wins.
This episode explains how a bright, capable teen with ADHD can still stall on a routine school assignment. Tanya Johnson and Michael Goldstein keep the conversation practical, with Goldstein drawing on his work as an ADHD educator, writer, and executive function coach, as well…
Stories, symbols, and time outside give families gentler ways to help children feel safer amid uncertainty.
Uncertainty is difficult to translate for children, and Tammy and Tanya offer parents a softer way in: let stories hold the feeling before anyone tries to define it.
A clear, careful conversation about how everyday reassurance can deepen a girl's body shame.
A young girl's remark about feeling fat becomes a practical test of how adults handle body shame in real time. Tanya Johnson, Dr. Lindsay Kite, and Dr. Lexi Kite look closely at the reflex to reassure, correct, or redirect the moment into a broader family wellness plan.
Parenthood and bodies, told one honest story at a time.
This episode features clinical psychologist Dr.
Two registered psychologists discuss practical strategies for parents to maintain calm and manage stress during the Christmas holidays, addressing financial pressures, grief, and family dynamics.
Two child psychologists discuss when it's appropriate to leave children home alone, covering legal guidelines, developmental readiness, and practical considerations for parents.
This episode features consent educator Rosalia Rivera discussing practical strategies for preventing childhood sexual abuse and teaching children about body autonomy and consent.
This episode features an interview with Hunter Clarke-Fields, author of 'Raising Good Humans', discussing mindful parenting strategies to foster resiliency and healing in children.
This episode features Kim Payne discussing practical strategies for parents to maintain composure and effectiveness when their children are exhibiting challenging behaviors.
This episode features parenting educator John Vogel discussing his approach to effective parenting without punishment, aimed at reducing stress and fostering child resiliency.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
Two registered psychologists and moms discuss how to navigate uncomfortable puberty conversations with children aged 8-11, sharing personal experiences and strategies for parents.
This episode features autism specialist Jonathan Alderson discussing misconceptions about autism, including the 'five-year window' and the role of ritual, based on his extensive experience and research.
This episode features Princess Noor of Jordan discussing how stories can teach children kindness, calm, and emotional strength, as part of a parenting-focused podcast.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
Two registered psychologists and moms discuss whether children should be allowed to use screens during school lunchtime, drawing from their professional expertise and personal experiences with elementary-aged kids.
This episode explores the serious risks children face online, including sextortion and sharing nudes, with expert insights on protecting them in the digital world.
This episode features an interview with Alyssa Black Campbell about unlocking the secrets of emotion regulation in children, as part of a parenting-focused podcast.
This episode explores Supergirl Syndrome, discussing the pressure on girls to be perfect and please others, with expert Lindsay Sealey offering insights and strategies for parents.
This episode features an interview with toddler parenting expert Devon Kuntzman discussing how to handle toddler tantrums and big feelings through calm parenting approaches.
This episode features an interview with parenting expert Steve Biddulph discussing practical strategies using brain science to transform anxiety in children and teens.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
This episode features an interview with Danish parenting expert Jessica Alexander discussing how to apply Danish parenting principles to help children navigate the digital world.
This episode features an interview with children's author Poppy O'Neill about her book 'Shrink Your Worries' and practical tools for helping kids manage anxiety and build emotional resilience.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
This episode explores the topic of shyness in children, featuring hosts Tammy and Tania discussing personal experiences and psychological perspectives on quiet kids.
This episode features a sneak peek from a parenting and children's mental health summit with Dr.
This episode features an interview with teenage authors of 'The Teen Health Revolution' discussing gut health, gratitude, and lifestyle secrets for teen wellness.
This episode previews a masterclass from the Child Psych Podcast featuring police constables discussing why youth engage in commodified sexual interactions online.
This episode features an interview with neurodiversity coach Beatrice Moise discussing why telling neurodiverse kids to 'be bored' is ineffective and exploring better strategies for supporting them.
This episode features an interview with Josette Kalea from Unplugged Canada discussing the risks of early smartphone use and advocating for a smartphone-free childhood to restore healthy development.
This episode explores how parents can transform feelings of guilt, anger, and anxiety by reframing emotional dysregulation in parenting with expert Rebecca Geshuri.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
This episode features a conversation with clinical psychologist Dr.
This episode explores why girls' confidence drops around age 10 and features Elle Wilks discussing her Fearless Girls Club program that helps girls build confidence and resilience before self-doubt sets in.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
This episode features filmmakers Brandon and Whitney Cawood discussing their documentary 'To Die For' about synthetic food dyes' impact on children's health and sensitivities.
This episode features an interview with Amy Lang discussing practical approaches for parents to talk to their children about sex education across different age groups.
Two registered psychologists discuss how to handle when a child says 'I hate you' and promote emotional resilience in parenting.
This episode features an interview with bestselling author Devon Kuntzman about reimagining toddler discipline and parenting strategies based on current research.
This episode explores why children whine and provides practical strategies for parents to address this behavior effectively.
This episode explores the emotional and practical challenges parents face when deciding to place their children in daycare or other childcare settings, drawing on the hosts' professional expertise and personal experiences as psychologists and mothers.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
Tania Johnson reads a chapter on reactive parenting from 'The Parenting Handbook', exploring how past experiences and trauma unconsciously influence parenting behaviors and can be passed down through generations.
This episode features an interview with pediatric psychologist Dr.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
This episode features documentary producers Perry Peltz and Matt O'Neill discussing their film 'Can't Look Away' which exposes the harmful effects of social media on children and teenagers.
This episode explores how horses are used as partners in equine-assisted therapy to support children's mental health, featuring an interview with expert Sue McIntosh.
This episode features an interview with trauma expert Jen Alexander about creating trauma-sensitive schools through her book, online course, and professional development work.
This episode features an interview with therapist Rebecca Geshuri discussing the 'good mom/bad mom loop,' a pattern where mothers feel torn between their own needs and their children's, leading to feelings of failure and unmet needs.
Hosts Tammy and Tanya, psychologists and moms, explore the modern debate on sleepovers, comparing past norms with current parental concerns.
This episode of The Child Psych Podcast features Dr.
This episode features Dr.
On The Child Psych Podcast, Tanya Johnson and Eli Harwood center the conversation on Harwood's book How to Deal With Your **** So Your Kids Don't Have To.
The Child Psych Podcast episode "Raising Kids Who Make Others Feel Like They Belong" centers on Dr.
The Child Psych Podcast Episode #176 pairs Tanya Johnson with Michael Goldstein, an ADHD educator, writer, executive function coach, and co-author of I'll Do It Later.
The Child Psych Podcast Episode #125, Helping Kids Feel Safe in Uncertain Times with Tammy and Tania, centers on how parents talk to children when North America feels unstable.
The Child Psych Podcast masterclass with Tanya Johnson and Drs.
This episode features an interview with Dr.
Interview with the co-director of the documentary 'Anxious Nation' discussing anxiety in children and teens.
A psychologist interviews a child psychologist about distinguishing normal teen behavior from clinical issues.
Two registered psychologists and moms introduce their new book on raising resilient children, blending clinical expertise with personal parenting experience.
Interview with Dr.