In this episode, Dr. Thomas Phelan discusses his 3-pronged approach to parenting. Dr. Phelan identifies the most impactful ways to teach our children while also maintaining a healthy bond. If you are interested in learning more about this approach you can order Dr. Phelan's book here.
Do you parent the behavior or the underlying need? Do you ever get focused on the surface content rather than truly understanding the behavior? It can be hard to know what our child needs! Dr. Shalom Augenbaum, PhD. joins us to share his approach to parenting, referred to as "Inside-Out Parenting." If you enjoy this episode, be sure to purchase Dr. Augenbaum's book here!
Do you ever get lost in the flaws of your child? Do you ever feel overwhelmed by their misbehavior or triggered by their deficiencies? Want to learn to bring out their potential rather than focus on their lackings? In this episode, Mrs. Yael Walfish, LCSW joins us to discuss the approach of Nurtured Heart Parenting and how to focus on your child's inherent beauty and value and encourage them to grow positively. Each of our children has so much potential, let's learn how to help them capitalize on it!
Do we treat our children with the respect they deserve? How do we respect children while maintaining healthy authority in the relationship? Listen to this important episode with Blimie Heller to get her thoughts on these questions and more!
This is a recording of a live panel with Mrs Rachel Zimmerman, LCPC, Rabbi Ari Strulowitz, Director of Operations at Agudath Israel of Illinois and previously Executive Director of Camp Nageela Midwest, and Ari Nussbaum, Camp Director of Moshava Ba'ir Chicago. This panel was moderated by Mrs. Bracha Jakosky, MSW, Abuse Prevention Coordinator at JCFS Chicago.
This important panel discussion focused on conversation and preparations to have with your children as summer beginnings to ensure they maximize the powerful potential of summer while maintaining safety and boundaries. Essential topics for all parents!
Rabbi Yehuda Rosenberg, Fellow at the Yeshiva University Torah Mitzion Kollel of Chicago, shares his story of adversity and resilience. Rabbi Rosenberg discloses the key factors that led him from a child fighting for his life to a strong and resilient husband, father, and teacher of Torah. For each of us trying to grow through our struggles, Rabbi Rosenberg has key tools for us to capitalize on our journeys!
In this powerful episode, Nesanel Gutstein, member of the IDF shares powerful stories and vignettes providing insight into the life of a soldier and his family during these challenging times. Throughout the episodes Nesanel share's insights into how he and his fellow soldiers maintain their own mental health and how we can display empathy long distance. This is one episode you definitely don't want to miss!
Leah Haber, LCSW- therapist in Ramat Beit Shemesh and aunt of Zechariah Haber HY"D shares both her personal experience of grief as well as her professional insight into coping with loss, increasing empathy, and maintaining sensitivity and hope.
In this live event, Dr. David Lieberman addresses essential keys to raising resilient children. In his presentation, Dr. Lieberman focuses keenly on the importance and strategies of creating and maintaining a health parent-child relationship.
Do you have a child with ADHD? Have you considered medication but also hesitated? In this series finale, Dr. Barry Holzer - Psychiatrist and co-founder of Nefesh addresses the role of medication in treating ADHD and factors for parents to consider when considering medication. If you know anyone with ADHD, this episode is for you!
In this third and brief episode with Dr. Nachi Felt, he spends a few minutes addressing the individual working through their own ADHD. After discussing his personal story, and how we can support others with ADHD Dr. Felt talks about the hard work and inner motivation it takes to turn ADHD into a superpower!
In this second episode, Dr. Nachi Felt addresses parents trying to help their child with ADHD navigate their life successfully. He shares some clinical realities and parenting insights that will change the way you work with those with ADHD. This episode truly has the potential to be a life changing listen.
In this first episode of the series on ADHD, Dr. Nachi Felt shares his journey from a difficult childhood with severe ADHD and how he became a Dayan, Psychologist, and Professor at Columbia University. Tune in to hear more about his roller coaster ride and what it means for all of us!
Rav Scott Friedman and Rabbi Asher Yablok, Hanhalah at Yeshivas Ohr Yisroel, discuss the unique approach of their Yeshiva and the importance of listening to your child's needs and putting that above all else. This episode provides a true insight into what it means to educate one's child "according to his way."
Tamar Sheffey, LCSW, Director of Guidance at Yeshiva University High School for Boys (MTA), and private practitioner shares her perspective after working with teens for over 20 years. Tamar offers practical strategies, deep understanding, and key factors to consider in guiding teens with learning disabilities. Be sure to take advantage of the wisdom Tamar brings to the table!
In this bonus episode, Michali shares some insights of her own experience growing up with learning disabilities and how she has navigated to life to becoming a mother of 3. Michali is brave and courageous in sharing some of her greatest struggles and most important lessons. This episode truly is a bonus!
Bluma Broner, Managing Director, CIBC shares her journey as a mother navigating raising a child with a learning disability without much support. Bluma discusses how she advocated for her child, the resistance she met from others around her, and the importance of putting a child's needs above all else. Bluma's insights give all parents some much needed direction in navigating their own parenting journeys.
In this episode, Natan describes his journey of growing up with ADHD/LD and how he navigated to become the President of his successful company. Natan discusses key factors for growing his resilience and people in his life that helped him become who he is today. This story is truly inspiring and relatable- enjoy!
In this episode, Dr. Scott Goldberg highlights the importance of early assessment and intervention for all learning disabilities and notes indicators to watch for. Dr. Goldberg also identifies ways in which we as a community can increase the sense of support for this population. Make sure you catch the nuggets of wisdom in this segment of the conversation!
Tamar Shames, Director of Professional Development, REACH opens the conversation of primary considerations when identifying and exploring differentiated learning. In this episode, Tamar pulls from her extensive experience to share key warning signs, the empathetic mindset, and how we can care for our children with learning disabilities. This is a great way for us to open the conversation on this far-reaching struggle for our community!
Check out these additional resources provided by Tamar:
Website: thinkkids.org
Books:
Lost at School
Raising Human Being
Changeable
Permission to Feel
What Happened to You
Dr Ablon’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuoPZkFcLVs&t=4s
