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Watching your child struggle is very hard and causes parents to feel alone and helpless.

We are licensed psychologists who specialize in helping children, adolescents, and their families with treatments that really work and are supported by science and research. We can help by providing personalized, research-backed treatments that address both the immediate concerns and long-term well-being of your child. Our experienced team is here to guide you and your family toward a path of growth and healing, ensuring your child thrives emotionally, socially, and academically.

02/27/2026

Are you accidentally giving your child "snake oil?" 🐍💊

Most parents think that if it’s on the shelf at the grocery store and says "Natural," it’s been tested for safety. Spoiler alert: It hasn't.

Dr. Shetal Amin joins us to break down the 3 signs a supplement is a SCAM and what you should actually look for on the label.

Episode 48 is available today wherever you get your podcasts.

02/24/2026

We’ve all scrolled past a TikTok ad promising a "magic gummy" to fix your child’s focus, tantrums, or sleep.

This week on the Educated Parent, Dr. Leah Clionsky sits down with board-certified child psychiatrist Dr. Shetal Amin to pull back the curtain on the billion-dollar supplement industry. We’re getting real about what’s actually inside those bottles and why "natural" doesn't always mean "safe.”

Tune in today wherever you get your podcasts.

02/23/2026

Should you be giving supplements and/or nutraceuticals? Dr. Shetal Amin joins the show to discuss.

Tune in tomorrow wherever you get your podcasts.

02/19/2026

Ever feel like your house turns into a courtroom the second your kid gets frustrated?

One minute you're cutting toast, and the next you're being told you're the "worst person ever" because the crusts are still there.

Here’s a quick tip from this week’s episode to help you move from conflict to communication:
Teach the ‘I Mad’ Shift. When your child comes at you with "You're mean!" or "I hate this!" they are attacking you because they don't know how to own their feelings.

Try this script:
1️⃣ Label it: "I can see you're feeling really angry right now."
2️⃣ Set the boundary: "It's not okay to use mean words or call names."
3️⃣ Give the tool: "You can say, 'I'm mad.' Try telling me: I am mad."

Why this works: It moves them from a "You" attack to an "I" statement. It teaches them that the anger is safe and allowed, but the aggression isn't.

Plus, it’s much easier for us as parents to stay calm when we hear "I'm mad" instead of "I hate you!"
It’s a small shift that builds massive emotional intelligence over time. 🧠✨

Tune into this week’s episode of the Educated Parent podcast for more quick tips on how to handle these challenging moments.

02/17/2026

In our culture, we’re often taught that if a child is angry at a parent, it’s “disrespect.”

But anger is just a reaction to feeling a threat or a loss of control. It’s okay for our kids to be mad at us. It’s our job to show them how to handle that feeling safely.

Read that again. 👆

If we tell our kids they aren't allowed to be mad at us, we’re teaching them to suppress their feelings or feel ashamed of a natural human emotion.

Instead, we want to be the "safe person" they can have a conflict with. If they can learn to navigate a disagreement with you, they’ll be able to do it with friends, partners, and bosses later on.

It’s not about being a doormat; it’s about being a coach. 👟

The new episode is live on all platforms!

02/16/2026

Let’s be real: nothing stings quite like your tiny human looking you in the eye and screaming, “You’re the worst mom ever!” 🫠

In the moment, it feels like a personal attack. It feels like disrespect. It makes us want to snap back with, “Well, after everything I do for you?!”

But here’s the shift: Anger is actually a healthy emotion. It’s the "self-protective" urge. When our kids are mad at us, they are practicing a skill they’ll need for the rest of their lives—advocating for themselves when they don't like how things are going.

The problem? They just don’t have the "polite" vocabulary for it yet.

In tomorrow’s episode, we’re talking about how to survive these outbursts without losing our cool (and why your kid's anger might actually be a sign that they feel safe with you).

Tune in tomorrow wherever you get your podcasts.

02/13/2026

Valentine’s day is TOMORROW and your teen just came home brokenhearted. Now what?

Tune into the Educated Parent podcast and we’ll talk you through how to navigate these hormonal waters like an educated pro!

02/10/2026

Remember your first eighth-grade heartbreak? The kind where you literally couldn't breathe and felt like your world was ending? 🌪️

As adults, we know life goes on. But for our teens, they don’t have that timeline yet. They are still "rewiring" their systems with every first kiss and every first breakup.

On today’s brand new and timely episode, Leah and Charity of .uncharted talk about why teen romance is high-stakes and how to be the "safe harbor" your child needs when the "Gossip Girl" drama gets real.

Tune in wherever you get your podcasts.

02/09/2026

Valentine’s Day isn't all roses and chocolates, sometimes it’s a crash course in heartbreak. 🥀

If your teen is grieving a breakup, it’s tempting to use "adult logic" and tell them they’ll move on. But to a teen, a 3-month relationship can feel like a lifetime, and the social fallout is very real.

In our latest episode, teen mental health specialist Charity Chafee (.uncharted) explains why we need to stop "fixing" and start sitting in the discomfort with our kids.

Tune in tomorrow wherever you get your podcasts.

02/05/2026

Wait…did she just say if my kid has a tantrum when it’s time to leave, that’s a GOOD thing?! 🤯
She sure did!

Dr. Maria Hammond explains why the "I don't want to go!" meltdown is actually a win for your child’s social development and how to handle it so it doesn't ruin your day.

Tune into episode 45 of the podcast today!

02/03/2026

Imagine this: You’re at a playdate. Your kid is playing beautifully. You are actually finishing a warm cup of coffee and having a REAL conversation with a friend. ☕️✨

No, it’s not a dream. It can be a science-backed reality.

Dr. Maria Hammond joined the pod to teach us how to give our kids "Social Parachutes." From "Mission-based" initiatives to mastering the "Exit Strategy," this episode is a masterclass in raising socially savvy humans. 🧠💪

Don't wing your next playdate. Go in with a plan!

Available today wherever you get your podcasts.

02/02/2026

Does the word “playdate” spark joy or...a little bit of anxiety?

We’ve all been there, hoping our kids “perform” well while secretly wishing for five minutes of uninterrupted adult conversation.

In tomorrow’s brand new episode, Dr. Maria Hammond joins Dr. Leah Clionsky to discuss how to move from "referee" to "relaxed parent.”

Tune in tomorrow wherever you get your podcasts.

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2211 Norfolk Street, Suite 455
Houston, TX
77098

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+18329741176

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http://www.thrivingchildcenter.com/

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