Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Dr. Cam
Parenting Teens Got You Stressed? 🎙️ Dr. Cam—The Teen Translator—Has Answers!
Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is the go-to podcast for parents who are ready to get real about raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell—adolescent psychologist, certified parenting coach, and mom of a teen—this podcast is all about honest conversations that dive deep into the challenges parents face and providing actionable solutions that actually work.
Dr. Cam doesn’t just talk theories—she shares real-life insights and strategies based on over a decade of experience and the struggles she faces as a mom herself. Every episode offers practical, science-backed solutions to help you understand your teen, improve communication, and build a stronger relationship. Whether you’re dealing with mood swings, defiance, anxiety, or social media issues, you’ll find easy-to-apply advice that makes a difference.
No interviews here—just authentic conversations that get to the heart of what parents are really dealing with. With a mix of expert tips and Dr. Cam’s own relatable stories, you’ll walk away with the tools you need to tackle even the toughest teen challenges with confidence.
#Parenting #ParentingTips #ParentingAdvice #ParentingLife #ParentingSupport #TeenParenting #Teenagers #RaisingTeens #ParentingTeens #TeenBehavior #TeenCommunication #TeenMotivation #TeenDevelopment #AdolescentDevelopment #ParentTeenConnection #TeenMentalHealth #DrCam #TheTeenTranslator
Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is the go-to podcast for parents who are ready to get real about raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell—adolescent psychologist, certified parenting coach, and mom of a teen—this podcast is all about honest conversations that dive deep into the challenges parents face and providing actionable solutions that actually work.
Dr. Cam doesn’t just talk theories—she shares real-life insights and strategies based on over a decade of experience and the struggles she faces as a mom herself. Every episode offers practical, science-backed solutions to help you understand your teen, improve communication, and build a stronger relationship. Whether you’re dealing with mood swings, defiance, anxiety, or social media issues, you’ll find easy-to-apply advice that makes a difference.
No interviews here—just authentic conversations that get to the heart of what parents are really dealing with. With a mix of expert tips and Dr. Cam’s own relatable stories, you’ll walk away with the tools you need to tackle even the toughest teen challenges with confidence.
#Parenting #ParentingTips #ParentingAdvice #ParentingLife #ParentingSupport #TeenParenting #Teenagers #RaisingTeens #ParentingTeens #TeenBehavior #TeenCommunication #TeenMotivation #TeenDevelopment #AdolescentDevelopment #ParentTeenConnection #TeenMentalHealth #DrCam #TheTeenTranslator
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Nov 4, 2021 • 27min
Increasing teen engagement in school with Dr. Norrine Russell
In this episode…If your teen is struggling in school or unmotivated to even try, this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking with Dr. Norrine Russell (@drnorrinerussell) the founder of Russell Coaching. Dr. Russell’s passion for providing support to frustrated students and weary parents is fueled by her own experience of raising two neurologically atypical children with diagnosis of autism, mood disorders, ADHD, giftedness, and learning differences. Dr. Russell knows firsthand the exhaustion parents face as they seek solutions for their out-of-the-box children.
In today’s episode Dr. Russell is going to give us some tips on how to best support and encourage our teens.
FREE STUFF!
Listeners who mention this facebook live segment will receive 20% off the first three months of student coaching with Dr. Russell.
Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Nov 3, 2021 • 27min
Turn video game obsession into motivation with Michael Chang
If your teen’s video game obsession is driving you mad, this episode is for you!
Today I’m talking with Michael Chang, CEO and Founder @VGCDAcademy and author of the international best-selling book "Video Games Demystified: The Trifecta of Creators, Athletes, and Ecosystem in a Thriving Industry."
As a former marketing leader at Electronic Arts and RockYou, Michael has managed video games generating over $250 million. His company, VGCD Academy, teaches young people the science and business of video games.
Michael is going to teach us how to leverage the love of gaming to inspire teens to become leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, mathematicians, artists, and more.
FREE STUFF!
The first 25 parents who visit Michael’s website (https://www.vgcd.academy/contact-us/) will get a FREE PDF version of his book.
Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 29, 2021 • 28min
How to Help Your Teen Cope with Johnny Crowder
If your teen is struggling to cope and you’re struggling to help them, this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking to Johnny Crowder (@johnnyxcrowder), Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, about how to combat compassion fatigue and connect with your teen more deeply.
Johnny is a 28-year-old suicide/abuse survivor, TEDx speaker, touring musician, and founder of Cope Notes, a text-based mental health platform that provides daily support to users in nearly 100 countries around the world. Armed with 10 years of clinical treatment, a psychology degree from UCF, and a decade of peer support and public advocacy through NAMI, Johnny’s firsthand experience with mental illness equips him to provide insight into the pains of hardship with authenticity and wit.
FREE STUFF!
• Use coupon code TEEN10 for 10% off any Cope Notes gift subscription for your teen
• Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 27, 2021 • 38min
Finding the Fun in Parenting with Joey Mascio
If you find parenting more frustrating than fun, this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking with Joey Mascio, Teen Life Coach at Firmly Founded (@joey.firmlyfoundedcoaching) about how to improve your relationship with your teen without changing them and how find more joy together.
Joey is a certified life coach who helps teens and young adults stop letting stress, procrastination, and self-doubt suck all the fun out of being successful. He is a former middle school teacher who spent four years in the on campus suspension room where he started coaching teens. He also has professional training in performance, improv, and comedy.
FREE STUFF!
30-day free trial of the Firmly Founded Teen, a coaching membership designed just for teens @ www.firmlyfounded.com/teen
Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 21, 2021 • 28min
3 Keys to Connecting with Your Teen with Raquel Borris
If you’re struggling to connect with your teen, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Today Raquel and I are talking about the three keys to connecting with your teen: communication, compassion, and listening.
Raquel is the Founder of RAQVISION, Creator of Raq The Boat Show, Personal Brand Strategist, Mental Health Advocate and Youth Advocate.
FREE STUFF!
Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 21, 2021 • 24min
Connecting With Your Teen Through Texting with Norman W. Holden
Today I’m talking with Norman W. Holden, the Author of Do Better! How One Father Gained Wisdom from Texting His Teen Daughter. Norm is not a therapist, licensed professional or counselor. He describes himself as a down-to earth everyday man, husband, and father of two, who has earned his hard-knocks degree in parenting.
Norm and I are talking about:
How to use texting to connect with your teen.
How dads can strengthen their relationship with their daughters.
How to help teens navigate technology safely.
FREE STUFF!
From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 16, 2021 • 30min
How to Talk So Your Teens Will Listen with Joy Marchese
Today I’m talking with Joy Marchese (@positivedisciplineUK), a global educational consultant, author, keynote speaker, parent coach, and emotional architect.
For 25 years Joy has worked with thousands of children, parents, teachers, and professionals to help foster a happy and flourishing environment in the home, in schools, and in the workplace. Joy is the Founder of Positive Discipline UK and co-author of Positive Discipline for Today’s Busy (& Overwhelmed) Parent. She runs a successful global educational consultancy and coaching practice and develops SEL courses and products to teach social-emotional skills in homes, schools, and multiple organizations throughout the world.
Joy and I are talking about:
How to talk so your teens will listen
The importance of Connection BEFORE Correction
How to be kind AND firm at the same time
FREE STUFF!
From Joy: How not to lose your SH*T with your kids https://www.joymarchese.com/get-the-guide
From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Oct 12, 2021 • 33min
Raising Self-Confident Daughters with Dr. Lois Frankel
Today I’m talking with bestselling author and executive coach Dr. Lois Frankel.
The name Dr. Lois Frankel has become practically synonymous with empowering women in the workplace. She is the author of the bestselling business bible for women, Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office, and other books in the "nice girls" series. Lois is a pioneer in the field of executive coaching and a sought-after international keynote speaker. She has now turned toward helping parents to raise self-confident daughters and is working on a book on the topic.
An avid photographer, Lois sells her work at her website www.loisfrankelphotography.com and gives the proceeds to a nonprofit she started that helps working women who live at the poverty level when they encounter medical challenges.
Dr. Frankel and I are talking about:
The key challenges facing parents raising girls today.
Best practices for addressing those challenges.
How to be a better role model for your daughter.
Oct 5, 2021 • 29min
The Power of Problem-Solving WITH Your Teen with Trish Wilkinson
Today I’m talking with parent coach Patricia Wilkinson (@authorpatriciawilkinson)
Patricia is a mom of two kids who had "challenges" they now use as strengths in successful relationships and careers. Founder of Brain Stages Parenting, coauthor of Brain Stages: How to Raise Smart, Confident Kids and Have Fun Doing It, veteran teacher, and science nerd, Trish shares kid-tested, research-supported tips to raise successful humans in our complicated world.
Patricia and I are talking about how to problem solve WITH your teen to get buy in when an issue needs to be addressed.
FREE STUFF!
Free mini course: Enjoy Your Kids Through Problem Solving (use with coupon code: 2021BESTYEARYET)
Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Sep 30, 2021 • 37min
Breaking the Punishment/Rewards Cycle with Dr. Tamara Soles
Today I’m talking with Dr. Tamara Soles, Child Psychologist and Parent Coach.
Dr. Tamara is a psychologist, parent coach, and founder of The Secure Child Center for Families and Children She’s also the mom of twins who present everyday opportunities to live what she’s practiced with families for over 15 years- that harnessing the power of connection helps children thrive! Dr. Tamara is the creator of the online parenting course, No More Power Struggles which opens its doors again soon. Currently, you can hear Dr. Tamara on her podcast- This Hour has 50 minutes.
Dr. Tamara and I are talking about…
Why punishment/reward system doesn’t work and what to do instead
How to encourage problem-solving and allowing the space for mistakes
The importance of living by a set of defined values
FREE STUFF!
5 Hacks to Reset your Kid's Nervous System: https://drtamarasoles.com/hacks
7 Secrets to Motivating Teens: www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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