Best Stephen Quinlan Licsw Podcasts (2024)

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Be brave! Ellie Campbell and her anxiety toolkit 54:14

4M ago54:14

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Ellie Campbell is a mom of two, wife, photographer, writer, copy editor… and very much a worrier. Having dealt with anxiety since she was very young, she has spent decades working on it with therapists and reading countless books and articles on the topic. Through Be Brave Press, she hopes to pass along knowledge and support in fun, new ways to fam…

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How to become an anxiety coach for kids with Dr Stephen Whiteside of the Mayo clinic 41:01

5M ago41:01

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Today we welcome Dr Stephen Whiteside. Dr Whiteside is Professor of Psychology and Director of the Pediatric Anxiety Disorders Program at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. His research focuses on improving access to evidence-based care for pediatric anxiety disorders and obsessive–compulsive disorder through the development of effective and …

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Four tips for a less anxious holiday season! 10:05

7M ago10:05

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Four tips with Stephen to help you better navagate this sometimes crazy time of year! The Anxious Child is a podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with anxiety. It is hosted by licensed psychotherapist Stephen Quinlan, who has over 20 years of experience. Please subscribe to the show for more great epi…

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The incredible story of Quincy Kadin: from anxious child to published author at 17 years old 32:36

7M ago32:36

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Today we welcome Quincy Kadin to the show. Quincy details her amazing journey from feeling too anxious to raise her hand in class to publishing a book about anxiety to help others and (gulp) being on a podcast to talk about it! Quincy has made it her mission to help other kids who might be feeling the same way that she did through her book and will…

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(Best of ACP) outsmarting worry with Dr Dawn Huebner 43:23

7M ago43:23

43:23

In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, Dr. Dawn Huebner explains how reducing anxiety is NOT the goal (learning to live with it differently is). Dr. Huebner is a Parent Coach and the author of 9 books for children including the perennial bestseller, What to Do When You Worry Too Much, and more recently, Outsmarting Worry. Dr. Huebner’s books…

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Coping skills for kids with anxiety with Janine Halloran, LMHC 43:47

8M ago43:47

43:47

Today we welcome Janine Halloran. Janine is all about encouraging kids identify coping strategies they already have as well as learning how to cope with their "big feelings" in healthy ways. She also speaks about the importance of play and how that integrates into teaching social skills and self-regulation. On the show, we cover Janine's top coping…

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Mailbag: Your questions, answered! 13:36

8M ago13:36

13:36

Today we answer some listener questions ranging from separation anxiety to OCD to transitioning to a new school. If you would like to have YOUR questions answered, send them in via the website or on Instagram We love to hear from you! The Anxious Child is a podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with an…

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Exposure and response prevention for phobias and anxiety with Dr Erin Neely 41:13

9M ago41:13

41:13

Today we have my good friend and colleague Dr Erin Neely on the show. Dr Neely tells us all about how to use the incredibly powerful techniques of ERP to mitigate anxiety. We also talk about PANS and ASD and her workbooks which walk you through how to work through specific anxieties and phobias. The Anxious Child is a podcast for therapists and par…

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How to rise above social anxiety with Dr. Ellen Hendriksen 49:04

10M ago49:04

49:04

Today we welcome Dr Ellen Hendriksen to the show. Ellen is a clinical psychologist who will help you calm your anxiety and be your authentic self. She serves on the faculty at Boston University's Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders (CARD) and is the author of HOW TO BE YOURSELF: Quiet Your Inner Critic and Rise Above Social Anxiety. Today we t…

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Wilma Jean the Worry Machine with Julia Cook 41:11

11M ago41:11

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Today we welcome best selling author Julia Cook to the show. She has presented in thousands of schools nationally and internationally, regularly speaks at education and counseling conferences, and has published children’s books on a wide range of character and social development topics. The goal behind Cook’s work is to actively involve young peopl…

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Anxious kids, anxious parents with Lynn Lyons 53:51

1y ago53:51

53:51

Today we are lucky enough to have Lynn Lyons on the show! Lynn Lyons is a psychotherapist in Concord, New Hampshire. She has been in practice for 30 years specializing in the treatment of anxiety in adults and children. Lynn travels internationally as a speaker and trainer on the subject of anxiety, its role in families, and the need for a preventa…

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Getting comfortable with uncertainty for teens with Dr. Juliana Negreiros and Dr. Katherine Martinez 53:18

1y ago53:18

53:18

Today we welcome Dr. Juliana Negreiros and Dr. Katherine Martinez to talk with us about how to help teens (and us!) deal with uncertainty. Their book, Getting Comfortable with Uncertainty For Teens details ten tips to help teenagers deal with anxiety. Today we cover those tips and talk about the uniquely difficult situation our teenagers and parent…

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Anxious Nation with Laura Morton 56:36

1y ago56:36

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Today we welcome Laura Morton who has released a film "Anxious Nation" which chronicles the mental health plight of our youth today. Laura Morton has written over 40 books and a staggering 19 New York Times Bestsellers, with a wide range of celebrities, including, Susan Lucci, Jennifer Hudson, Al Roker, Justin Beiber, Joan Lunden, Marilu Henner, Me…

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Stepping up to social anxiety with Dr. Jacqueline Sperling 48:21

2+ y ago48:21

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Social anxiety is no joke. For anyone that suffers from it continuously, it can be severely debilitating and cause your life to shrink smaller and smaller. So what can we do about it? How can we help teens in particular? Today we are so lucky to have the venerable Dr. Jacqueline Sperling from Harvard Medical School and the McLean Anxiety Mastery Pr…

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Anxiety in young children and early intervention with Dr. Nicholas Mian 44:19

2+ y ago44:19

44:19

What if we could identify anxiety in young children and intervene before it really had a chance to become entrenched? Dr. Nicholas Mian is our guest today to talk about how he does just that. Dr. Mian has focused much of his research over the years on understanding anxiety in young children, in an effort to design and implement effective early inte…

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Childhood trauma and getting back to nature with Ari Gunzburg 52:29

2+ y ago52:29

52:29

Today we have Ari Gunzburg joining us to tell his story from his childhood and how he ultimately ended up doing what he is today. It's an inspiring story with lots of lessons from the "school of hard knocks." It also comes full circle with Ari getting back to being in nature and we talk about the importance of being outside in relation to anxiety a…

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OCD, the pandemic, and exposure therapy with Dr. Michael Stein 42:02

2+ y ago42:02

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Today we welcome Dr. Michael Stein to the show! Dr. Stein is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD using Exposure Therapy and other evidence-based behavioral interventions. He is the founder and owner of Anxiety Solutions, a group private practice that serves clients with anxiety and OCD both on…

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Parent like a guide, not like a boss with Valerie Canino 41:26

2+ y ago41:26

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Today we are lucky enough to have Valerie Canino with us. Valerie Canino is an author, intuitive mom, and certified life coach. She serves as the bridge for connection between parents and their teens. Valerie broke away from her family’s generational patterns from being the “boss parent” to instead be a “guide.” She has not only transformed her lif…

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Letting your kids fail with Jessica Lahey (part 2) 42:48

2+ y ago42:48

42:48

You guessed it! It's part 2 of my interview with Jessica Lahey. How does failure benefit kids? How does this affect anxiety? What can we do to keep kids from self-medicating with drugs or alcohol? We get into it all in the last of these two installments. Jessica Lahey is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How th…

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Letting your kids fail with Jessica Lahey (part 1) 39:37

2+ y ago39:37

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I'm thrilled to announce that today we have Jessica Lahey to tell us all about the benefits of letting kids fail. How does this benefit them and us? How does this affect anxiety? We get into it all in the first of two installments. Jessica Lahey is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to…

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Bonus meditation for kids with Ryan Judd 5:42

2+ y ago5:42

5:42

This is a quick meditation for kids helping them to let go of worries with Ryan Judd that I finally got around to releasing!By Stephen Quinlan, LICSW

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The Parents Corner: Kelly Melhorn 46:41

2+ y ago46:41

46:41

Welcome to another episode of the parents corner. Today we have Kelly Melhorn who shares with us her journey of getting help for her child with Selective Mutism. Kelly is amazing! She started her own summits to help other parents. They are all FREE! you can find out more here: https://www.smhelp.org/ The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists …

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Mindfulness in the classroom and beyond with Kate Munding 52:03

2+ y ago52:03

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Today on the show we have Kate munding. Kate specializes in teaching educators and students a mindfulness curriculum which is designed to increase awareness well-being and healthy relationships with others. She has mentored under some of the biggest names in mindfulness such as Jack cornfield Joseph Goldstein and Philip Moffit. Her website is Katem…

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Music therapy for anxiety with Ryan Judd 55:18

2+ y ago55:18

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Today we have Ryan Judd who is a music therapist and award-winning recording artist. Ryan talks to us all about the therapeutic benefits of music and how he works with kids to help them feel calmer, more grounded, and connected. His website is https://www.therhythmtree.com/ and here are some samples he provided us with Low and slow song Focused lis…

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Parenting in real life with Dana Baker-Williams 44:51

3y ago44:51

44:51

Today we have the parent coach Dana Baker-Williams. When a child is diagnosed with ADHD or Anxiety, parents are overwhelmed and not sure what to do next. We are often not aware of the social and emotional impact that these struggles have on learning, motivation, behavior, and the whole family dynamic. And this last year has been especially difficul…

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Relationships, anxiety, and apologies you never got with Bethany Nicole 48:29

3y ago48:29

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Today we have Bethany Nicole. Bethany is a freelance writer and her breakout book "Apologies I Never Got" is a book of dating and relationship horror stories phrased as apologies that you never got from the people who never gave them to you. Before she was a writer Bethany worked in child protective services as a social worker and before that, she …

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Mindfulness-based stress reduction with Dr. Rachel Barbenel-Fried- 55:20

3y ago55:20

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Today we have Rachel Barbanel-Fried who is here to talk to us about Mindfulness-based stress reduction or MBSR. Lucky us! Dr RBF has such a great message for us all today. She consults with executives and organizations looking to elevate performance and reach new levels of success in the workplace and beyond. She also sees individuals, couples, and…

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The Gut-Brain Connection and anxiety in our kids with mama bear Deborah Ann Morgan 58:59

3y ago58:59

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Today on the show we have Deborah Ann Morgan who shares with us her story of her son and how she was able to help him by understanding the connection of gut-brain health. Her website is: https://kidshealthrevolution.com/ The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with anxiety. It is…

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Adolescent substance use with Richard Capriola 49:40

3y ago49:40

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Today on the show we have Richard Capriola. Richard was an addiction counselor for 11 years at the Menninger Clinic in Houston Texas which is one of the top 10 psychiatric hospitals in the United States before retiring in 2019. Richard has also written a book called "The Addicted Child" which provides guidance to parents who are trying to navigate …

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The link between nutrition and mental health with Wade Lightheart 49:19

3y ago49:19

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Today we have Wade LIghtheart who helps break down the connection between good nutritional health and mental health. Wade is one of the world’s premier authorities on Natural Nutrition and Training Methods. Having majored in Sports Science at the University of New Brunswick, he has authored numerous books on health, nutrition, and exercise which ha…

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Masculinity, your mind as software and getting out of your own head with Brian Sachetta 54:31

3y ago54:31

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Today on the show we have Brian Sachetta. Brian is an author, blogger, and software developer from Boston, Massachusetts. After college, Brian put his computer science background to use as both a consultant and a writer. His first book, "Get Out of Your Head," draws parallels between computer systems and the human mind, and gives readers practical …

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Compassion fatigue and Narrative Medicine with Peter Sultan, LCSW 1:02:31

3y ago1:02:31

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Today on the show we have Peter Sultan, LCSW. Peter is a friend and colleague of mine who has some really important information to share about compassion fatigue. If you have ever felt burnt out trying to care for someone else, be it in a professional way or for someone in your family, this is an episode you need to hear. It's also a really persona…

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Trauma-informed anxiety treatment with Dr. Don Russell 55:27

3y ago55:27

55:27

Today we have Dr. Don Russell. Dr. Russell has 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist and is certified in EMDR Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and has extensive experience and advanced training in treating the emotional and psychological effects of trauma. Also, Don works with adults with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Clie…

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The Parents Corner: Jim 52:57

3y ago52:57

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, we have the second in a series of episodes called The Parents Corner. These episodes are parents who share their stories of their kids who have anxiety. I'm really excited to welcome Jim. He shares with us about neuro-divergence and his 14-year-old son. The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists …

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Bonus hypnotherapy episode with Wendi Friesen 12:04

3y ago12:04

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This is a brief 10 minute guided visualization with Wendi Friesen, our guest hypnotherapist from earlier this week. Enjoy! The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with anxiety. It is hosted by licensed psychotherapist Stephen Quinlan, who has over 20 years of experience. Please s…

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Hypnotherapy, anxiety and substance use with Wendi Friesen 53:32

3y ago53:32

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Today we have Wendi Friesen. Wendi has been a hypnotherapist for over 27 years and has been featured on many major news outlets. Today she joins us to talk to us about the misconceptions of hypnotherapy, why is works, and how it can be helpful to kids with anxiety. We also touch on how she uses it for Substance Use Disorder and her own personal sto…

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Yoga, anxiety and working with kids with Julie Campilio 44:47

3y ago44:47

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Today we have Julie Campilio. For the past 15 years, she’s pursued opportunities to use the tools in yoga and mindfulness in private & public education, substance use centers, with youth with multiple obstacles to success, and with children with special needs. She has partnered with social workers, therapists, researchers, and educators to create c…

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Bonus meditation for sleep with Katie Maken 16:48

3y ago16:48

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This is a brief guided meditation for sleep with Katie Maken. Enjoy! The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with anxiety. It is hosted by licensed psychotherapist Stephen Quinlan, who has over 20 years of experience. Please subscribe to the show for more great episodes. We would…

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The wonder of outdoor, unsupervised play with Angela Hanscom, OTR/L 39:17

3y ago39:17

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, Occupational Therapist Angie Hanscom joins us. Angela is a pediatric occupational therapist and the founder of TimberNook, which focuses on nature-centered developmental programming in New England. She specializes in vestibular (balance) treatment and sensory integration. She is also the author of the b…

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Bonus meditation with Katie Maken 8:50

3y ago8:50

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This is a brief guided meditation with Katie Maken presented by BiOptimizers. Enjoy! The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with anxiety. It is hosted by licensed psychotherapist Stephen Quinlan, who has over 20 years of experience. Please subscribe to the show for more great ep…

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Anxiety in women, teen girls and parents with Jennifer Bronsnick, LCSW 51:59

3y ago51:59

51:59

Today we have Jennifer Bronsnick who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Anxiety Treatment Specialist & Heartmath™ Certified Trainer. Jennifer helps women and teen girls who struggle with anxiety, self-doubt & perfectionism tap into their innate resilience, get to the root of their fears, and implement custom healing strategies so that they can e…

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Bonus meditation with Suddhayu 10:34

3y ago10:34

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This is a brief 10 minute guided meditation with Suddhayu, our guest from earlier this week. Enjoy! The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with anxiety. It is hosted by licensed psychotherapist Stephen Quinlan, who has over 20 years of experience. Please subscribe to the show fo…

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Mindfulness and anxiety with Suddhayu 41:39

3y ago41:39

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, we have Suddhayu who is an ordained Buddhist monk. You don't have to be Buddhist to get the benefit of the teachings, and there is scientific evidence that mindfulness and meditation are helpful for anxiety. I love this episode and I hope you will too! Check out www.https://www.portsmouthbuddhistcenter.…

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Outsmarting Worry with Dr. Dawn Huebner 46:34

3y ago46:34

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, Dr. Dawn Huebner explains how reducing anxiety is NOT the goal (learning to live with it differently is). Dr. Huebner is a Parent Coach and the author of 9 books for children including the perennial bestseller, What to Do When You Worry Too Much, and more recently, Outsmarting Worry. Dr. Huebner’s books…

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The Parents Corner: Paula 43:46

3y ago43:46

43:46

In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, we have the very first in a series of episodes called The Parents Corner. These episodes are parents who share their stories of their kids who have anxiety. I'm really excited to welcome Paula for this first one. She has an inspiring story of working through panic, anxiety depression, and life changes. …

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Art therapy and inner wisdom with Corry MacDonald 57:20

3y ago57:20

57:20

In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, art therapist Corry MacDonald joins us to talk about working with creative expression to help anxious kids, teens, and even adults! Working with people of all ages, cultures, and walks of life, Corry combines her wisdom as an Energy Healer, Transpersonal Art Therapist, HeartSpeaker, and Advanced Cogniti…

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Anxiety, addiction, and avoidance with Rob Baumgartner 50:17

3y ago50:17

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, we have Rob Baumgartner who shares his inspiring story around childhood anxiety. Rob has many hard-won insights to share along with his incredible story of rising from the wreckage (quite literally!) of his life and getting to a place of not only being able to recognize and manage his anxiety in a healt…

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Introduction with Stephen Quinlan, LICSW 8:11

3y ago8:11

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, I talk about why I wanted to start the podcast, what some of my goals are for it, a preview of some of our guests, and the importance of connection. The Anxious Child is the podcast for therapists and parents who are looking for ways to best help their child with anxiety. It is hosted by licensed psycho…

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Anxious kids in the classroom with Kimberly Quinlan 42:19

3y ago42:19

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, we welcome the insanely talented, insightful, and really good-looking Kimberly Quinlan. Ok, yes, she's my wife and I may be a little biased, but check out the episode and I think you'll see what I mean. Kim has a unique perspective on kids having taught in Africa, NYC, and various places in New England.…

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Managing Selective Mutism with Dr. Joleen Fernald 41:28

3y ago41:28

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In this episode of The Anxious Child podcast, Dr. Joleen Fernald talks about Selective Mutism. We cover her own personal journey as a parent of a child with Selective Mutism, some good first steps for parents and professionals, some basic dos and don’ts in working with a child who has SM, the latest research on SM, and myriad of other factors which…

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