Hello friends, This episode shares an upcoming change in this podcast. Please head over to Things You Learn in Therapy to continue to follow my work. https://thingsyoulearnintherapy.buzzsprout.com I am incredibly grateful to each of you who has supported this podcast to this point! Sincerely, Beth www.makewordsmatterforgood.com…

Crossover episode! Are you weary of those little white lies that your child is perpetually spinning? Relax, you're not alone, and we've got you covered in our enlightening chat on teaching integrity to kids. Join me, psychologist Beth Trammell, and Leslie Bolser from Core Essential Values as we unpack this tricky terrain. We delve into why kids lie…

Are you a teacher grappling with how to manage challenging behaviors in the classroom, while ensuring recess isn't compromised? Then this conversation is for you. Today, we're joined by the incredible Colleen Martinez, a licensed clinical social worker and an assistant professor at Ramapo College of New Jersey, who is here to empower you with alter…

Have you ever considered how the concept of wholeness, interconnectedness and balance could reshape your daily experiences, or even serve as a tool for teaching children? Join me and Virginia Dearani, a belly dancer and scholar, as we navigate the complexities of wholeness. Together, we tap into the rhythm of life, delving into the essence of balan…

It's that time again. Crossover episode with CEV! Discover some insight in our enlightening chat with Leslie Bolser, Curriculum Director for Core Central Values as we explore friendship. Drawing from her wealth of knowledge, she takes us on a journey of friendships from the early years to the teenage era. We explore the significance of enabling our…

Ever found yourself feeling lost when it comes to engaging your child through play? Perhaps you're wondering how to create a dynamic that nurtures learning while keeping the atmosphere light and fun. As your host, I am thrilled to invite (another) Beth to the show! She is from Days with Gray to share her expertise on transforming everyday routines …

There's no easy way to talk about suicide, but isn't it time we stopped shying away from this challenging topic? We're sitting down with Dr. Rosalie S. Aldrich, a dear friend, colleague, and expert on suicide, to shed light on this silent epidemic. We delve into her research, discuss how to recognize signs of someone at risk, and broach practical s…

Buckle up for a ride with our guest, Dr. Colleen Martinez. A licensed clinical social worker, and registered play therapist, Colleen shares her expert insight into the world of play and its profound impact on children, particularly those who've experienced trauma. Join us as she talks about the power and importance of play that's guaranteed to insp…

Let's talk about the topic of friendship! Something that might seem like a no-brainer, but actually is a lot more complicated. Join me and my guest, Leslie Bolser, Curriculum Director for Core Central Values, as we unravel the essence of childhood friendship. We delve into the importance of teaching kids the right language that reflects care and ki…

Have you ever caught yourself wondering how societal beauty standards affect your daughter's perception of herself? How can we foster open conversations about self-esteem and body image? This episode features teen life coach and advocate Barb, who has been helping girls navigate these challenges since her early adult years. We delve into these ques…

Here it is! The Fall season of Kids These Days is HERE. Check out this brief episode sharing what's coming up! www.makewordsmatterforgood.comโดย Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP

Ever wondered how to nurture the creative spirit in your children, or reignite it within yourself? My conversation with Leslie Bolser promises to shed light on this topic, offering practical insights to foster a culture of creativity. We discuss strategies for encouraging curiosity in our children, the importance of risk-taking and vulnerability in…

Is sleep taking a backseat in your life? If the answer is yes, you're not alone - and this episode is just for you. I'm your host, Dr. Beth Trammell, and I'll be exploring a few different sleep challenges with kids and the importance of sleep on our wellbeing. In this episode, we'll look at the CDC's recommended sleep guidelines for all age groups …

Struggling to navigate the stormy seas of your teenager's anxiety? Picture this: you're equipped with a practical four-step guide to better understand and handle these emotional waves, opening up channels of communication rather than shutting them down. I'm Dr. Beth Trammell, a licensed psychologist and your guide on this journey, urging you to sup…

Ever wonder how relationships, especially those of teenagers, are being affected in the midst of the COVID pandemic? Our guest, licensed clinical social worker Jody Mcquitty, is the guest of this special replay episode to unravel the intricacies of teen relationships during these challenging times. Lending her expertise, she shares the importance o…

Ever found yourself saying "Because I said so" to your child or student? Perhaps you've labelled them as "acting like a 'brat' or a 'jerk'"? Voicing our frustrations is a common habit, but is it truly helping us communicate effectively with our children? I'm Dr. Beth Trammell, a seasoned psychologist and an associate professor at Indiana University…

Heading out on vacation soon? or that holiday party? Let's talk about maximizing your vacation goals and turning those precious moments into cherished memories. In this week's episode, we focus on determining your top priority for the vacation, whether it's relaxation, making memories, or spending quality time together, and share tips on how to ach…

Do you ever find yourself struggling to handle your child's anger or even your own anger around them? Join me as we explore ways to be intentional when we get angry and how to help kids understand and express their anger in a healthy way. Recognizing that kids often lack proper models for responding to anger, we'll dive into strategies for improvin…

"My kid needs structure." or "All kids need structure." Have you thought this? or perhaps said it out loud about your own kid(s)? Me too. And that's why we are starting this summer season with this very topic! This episode is your go-to guide for tips and strategies on creating clear expectations, effective routines, and making the most of summer v…

This brief welcome episode shares what is coming up this summer for the podcast. Feel free to reach out if you have ideas and/or comments about how this has been helpful or impactful to you! Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.com www.makewordsmatterforgood.com

We have so much power to help our kids see the best in themselves. Join this week as we chat with my dear friend, Denice Honaker, about ways we can meet kids and bring the best out of them! Thank you for listening!! www.makewordsmatterforgood.comโดย Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP

Each month, Leslie Bolser and I come together to talk about a specific word and how we, as parents, can encourage this value with our kids. This month's word is HUMILITY. I didn't realize how hard this word was until we started talking. Tune in for this brief episode on how to get our kids away from entitlement and into humility (without swinging t…

Should kids get medication for ADHD? YES (IF... they are experiencing significant negative impact secondary to their ADHD). Listen as I share a bit about how meds and ADHD may be a good first step for your child's treatment. https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/128/5/1007/31018/ADHD-Clinical-Practice-Guideline-for-the-Diagnosis?autologin…

What does DEPRESSION actually look like in kids and teens? That's the question I answer in today's episode. I hope to share more episodes like this - that will share specific ways we can sort through the many behaviors and feelings of our kids and teens! Thanks for listening! Be sure to check out my DEPRESSION episode for adults on my other podcast…

I am so grateful for my guest, Sierra Dator, for coming on the show to talk about the heaviness that our teen girls are experiencing in the last 5 years. Depression and suicide are continually on our radar as mental health professionals - and now...as parents, we must face these hard conversations! Listen as we share our helpful tips for teen depre…

Partnered with my friends at Core Essential Values to cross-post this here. I just loved this conversation about a topic that is REALLY tough for even the best of us. Enjoy! www.makewordsmatterforgood.comโดย Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP

I am SO thankful that one of my supervisees is joining me today on the podcast. Her perspective, as a teen, is so helpful for this conversation about differentiating stress and anxiety. Give this brief episode a listen! And, as always, would love to hear from YOU if you have questions or ideas for the next episode! Thanks, friends! www.makewordsmat…

This is the fourth of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, we will explore the ins and outs of pickiness at the dinner table. This episode may have ideas that are different than you would think you'd hear from a psychologist! So buckle up! :) If you have questions or other topics you'd like to hear on "Is this norma…

This is the third of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, I share thoughts and strategies about worry and anxiety. Tune in for specific things to SAY and NOT SAY when your kid is worrying. From littles to bigs, this episode should have some nuggets for you! :) Also - feel free to email me if you have ideas for futur…

This is the second of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, I share thoughts about nightmares and night terrors. Specific things to say to comfort and things not to say in the middle of the night! Here is the link to the episode I mentioned with Kristen! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1032082/10007596 This is also a good…

This is first of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, I share thoughts about why children lie and how we can better approach lying behavior in our kiddos. Tune in next week for nightmares/sleep disturbances! Here is the article I referenced in the episode. Why Kids Lie and What Parents Can Do to Stop It | Child Mind…

Check out this brief episode with a few tips on clarifying expectations around trick-or-treating. And have the best day, friends! Happy Halloween!! www.makewordsmatterforgood.comโดย Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP

Y'all. I have been WAITING for this episode to drop since I recorded it. I haven't been able to get this episode out of my mind. And I am continually STILL fighting to prioritize my own comfort. You will NOT want to miss SO.MUCH.GOOD. from this episode. We spend particular attention to our bodies and physical comfort - and how it impacts our overal…

My friend and colleague, Lindsay Webster, joins us this week as we talk all things ADHD. What is it? How do I know? and what can I do about it? I'm grateful for this conversation for many reasons, but mostly because so many people need this information about this condition. As always, thanks for tuning in folks!! Your support matters more than you …

This episode is all about "right-sizing" your life. Who knew that was even a thing?!? Nicole McNelis joins the podcast to share her process for moving through life in a way that honors who we are and what we want our life to be. Her three-step model - A.C.A. - is threaded with self-compassion and practical ways to implement this model in everyday i…

This is cross-posted with my other podcast, Things you learn in therapy, because it WAS SO GOOD. My dear friend, Dr. Paula, shares such powerful information that DEBUNKS mindfulness practices, as well as how to tolerate stress in new and meaningful ways. Take some time out today to listen to this episode and be ready to take notes! Her ideas are so…

Neurodivergent kids and those with complex medical issues can add enormous challenges to parents. My guest this week, Danielle Peters, shares her expertise in helping parents to feel empowered and hopeful as they navigate the challenging days and nights with a child with special needs. I remember thinking it was such a gift for her to share these i…

"Conflict is inevitable." WOWZA. Take a deep breath and realize that conflict WILL happen in your relationships. It's just about learning how to make conflict work well for you and your friend/partner/spouse. This episode, Rachel Elder, joins the podcast to shares some of the best advice on conflict that I have heard! You won't want to miss her thr…

Teachers are definitely burnt out. We knew this going into doing our research with teachers, but what they shared in our study really knocked our socks off. My friend and colleague, Dr. Josh Tolbert, joins the podcast to share results from our ongoing study on teacher and administrator burnout. Together, we share what teachers specifically told us …

Neither of us love that we needed to have this conversation, but we hope that this episode empowers powers to have these hard conversations. Listen as my guest, Jacque Tyrrell, shares tips on how to have these hard conversations, as well as answer the hard questions around school shootings. To learn more about Jacque, check out her website! Jacque …

My guest, the amazing perinatal specialist (and AUTHOR!) - Megan MacCutcheon, shares incredible information that is crucial to better pregnancies, childbirth and post-partum. It can be uncomfortable for all people - even confrontational - when we don't spend time talking about things that matter to both the pregnant woman (and her family members!).…

This episode was originally produced for the other podcast (Things You Learn in Therapy), but I am sharing it here because it was so good. My guest, Megan MacCutcheon, shares a WEALTH of knowledge about all things related to motherhood/fatherhood - especially during those pregnancy and right-after-birth times! Heard of the "baby blues"? We explore …

It is becoming more and more challenging to sort through exactly how to share about the tragedies that happen around us. Whether your child is a toddler or a grown-up, listen as Dr. Beth shares practical steps for talking about school shootings in this brief episode. Thanks for listening! Like, listen, share and comment! :) www.makewordsmatterforgo…

Teen anxiety/worry can be really challenging to know how to manage. Should I use "tough love" or lean in? Should I be worried? Is this normal? All of these questions are really common for parents whose teens have worry, fear, or anxiety. Listen to this episode as I share some ideas on how to manage hard moments with your teen! www.makewordsmatterfo…

This episode, I share a few pieces of a book I recently read called The Good Among the Great: 19 traits of the most admirable, creative and joyous people by Donald van de Mark - including pieces that I think we have forgotten (or continue to struggle with) as parents. For example, prioritizing your wants and talents within your schedule. Or how abo…

This is my FAVORITE tool to share with parents and caregivers to build connection quickly. It's simple and easy to implement with your kiddos - with the right intention! Like, listen, and share. :) Check out more resources at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com www.makewordsmatterforgood.comโดย Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP

I have found my professional twin! A fellow psychologist who loves kids, loves parents, loves helping, and loves sharing small ways that can make a big difference with parents and kids. This conversation with Krysten Taprell, aka The Therapist Parent, was so exciting because it brings real-life therapy skills into the living room. Listen in as she …

This cross-listed episode with my other podcast Things You Learn in Therapy is so powerful I just needed to share it to both podcasts! The grief of losing a loved one can be overwhelming. And to lose a child...unfathomably difficult. Though most of us haven't experienced such a tragic loss, we can learn from the many things that today's guest, Mich…

Listen in as I share some BIG NEWS! www.makewordsmatterforgood.com www.makewordsmatterforgood.comโดย Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP

It's Christmas EVE!!!! WHATTTT?!?!? I am so proud of you. Of us. For making it 25 days to a better Christmas morning. Today is about rest. Presence. Enjoyment. Love. Stay safe, stay well, friends. Merry, merry Christmas and I will be back here after the new year! #25days25waystoabetterchristmas #kidsthesedayspodcast #makewordsmatter #parenting www.…