Brain-based Parenting, Part 1: Building the Brain
In this first episode of a three-part series on brain-based parenting, we are joined by Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide. The idea…
Brain-based Parenting, Part 2: Protecting the Brain
We are back for episode two of a three-part series on brain-based parenting with Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide. In this second…
Brain-based Parenting, Part 3: Tips & Tools
Join us for the third and final episode of brain-based parenting with Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAboutsGuide. In the first two episodes, we…
The By Words Show with Hannah Hughes
Brain-Based Parenting & What WOMEN Need to Know About Their Brains. In this podcast, Hannah and I discussed what women and parents need to know…
For moms impacted by a child’s substance use or addiction
In this podcast, Brenda and I discussed how family-of-origin affects our thought, feeling, and behavioral patterns and thus, affects our parenting. We talk about the…
Empowering youth to party healthy
In this podcast, Jake and I discussed how youth today are turning towards healthier activities and moving away from engaging in substance use as their…
Pathways 2 Prevention
Dr. Crystal Collier, a renowned expert in addiction and brain development, shares her inspiring journey and discusses her groundbreaking program, “Know Your Neuro.” She empowers…
Cyber Safety Cop
Dr. Crystal Collier and Clayton Cranford discuss eight neurodevelopmental effects of technology and what parents can do to balance screen and free-play time. Areas of…
Prevention Leaders
Brain-Based Prevention: What Every Parent and Educator Needs to Know. When it comes to substance misuse prevention, we often focus on the “what”—the substances themselves. But…
Calm & Connected Podcast
As parents, we are concerned that our kids and teens may engage in high risk behaviors as they grow up. How can we, as parents,…
What To Do If My Child is Using Marijuana
First and foremost, follow the functional family rule: Talk, Deal, Trust, Feel. You might be surprised at how many families…
What Does Marijuana Do to the Brain?
Our brain makes chemicals that send messages throughout our body. These messages tell our brain and body what it needs…
How Do I Pick the Right Treatment Program?
In the counseling world, the concept least restrictive environment is the general rule clinicians follow to help determine what type of treatment is appropriate.