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In this episode, I introduce our newest clinician on the therapy team, Cori Lazarte. I talk with her about why therapy is important, how it works, and what people can expect when they sit down [...]

In this episode, I describe how we can generate lasting hope despite our current life circumstances — both for ourselves and for those we love. I discuss the definition of hope and introduce 3 [...]

In this episode, Kirk interviews author and child development expert, Stefanie Hohl, about kinesthetic learning for kids of all ages, and specifically for young kids learning to read. She [...]

In this episode, Kirk discusses common mental health terms that are often misunderstood and misused. He defines and describes worry vs. anxiety, sadness vs. depression, OCD, Bipolar, ADHD, [...]

In this episode, Kirk discusses the concept of layered emotions, and why they matter in life and in our relationships. He explains Surface vs. Core emotional expression, what it means to become [...]

In this episode, Kirk is joined by Stefanie Chou, whose oldest son is about to graduate high school, to discuss the art of parenting through difficult transitions. We discuss the uncomfortable [...]

In this episode, Kirk and Meg discuss what it means to be “highly emotional” in families, and, from the perspective of a teenager, how to handle it when our parents fit that description. Kirk [...]

In this episode, I am joined by my 8 year old daughter, Pepper, and I ask her about her views on friendship, kindness, and managing stress. I ask her what things she wishes grownups knew about [...]

In this episode, my wife Meg & I discuss common misbeliefs and successful strategies for parenting adult children. We outline the difference between secure attachment and unhealthy bonds with [...]

In this episode, I am joined by Cori Lazarte, a therapist who helps clients who grieve. Together we discuss different ways that grief may enter our lives, what to say (and not to say) to those [...]