Healing Hearts: Parenting with Purpose-Support for Resilient Families, Support for Parents, Childhood Trauma Advocacy

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Healing Hearts is a podcast aimed to help others parent with purpose.  We offer support for resilient families  as a beacon of hope and understanding for parents of vulnerable youth. Our commitment is to serve as an empathetic yet empowering guide for parents through the complex journey of raising children who face emotional, developmental, or behavioral divergence.  We create dialogues that inspire, providing practical solutions and unwavering support for parents seeking strength and compassion in the areas of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), childhood trauma, and the spectrum of developmental, behavioral, and mental health challenges. Our conversations are designed to arm parents with the encouragement they need to persevere.  We offer essential and actionable mental health strategies and supporting resources for your journey. In alignment with the core values of  Speak Up for Kids in Palm Beach County, our podcast is more than a platform for discussion—it's a movement where every voice is heard, and each challenge is met with understanding and support, advocating for the well-being and thriving of every child and youth.This podcast is a result of a student project done through STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids.  Our student leaders are ambassadors for change and make a rippling impact in breaking the cycles of abuse, violence, and crime one child at a time.  CONNECT:  👉BE OUR GUEST:  If you are interested in being a guest on this show, please email us at parents@speakupforkidspbc.org👉SAW IT ON THE SHOW:  To find the resources and links to something you heard on the show go here to our Parents Speak Up for Kids (https://speakupforkidspbc.org/parents-speak-up-for-kids).👉STUDENTS:Check out our STUDENTS website at: https//www.studentsspeakupforkidspbc.org).  We always love to have student volunteers (even to help with the podcast) to help with projects going on behind the scenes.  Many of our students work remotely -- all are welcome.  We have creative ways to get community service hours.👉Our organization as a whole exists to help children and youth in various challenging situations.  Check out the amazing work at Speak Up for Kids PBC at https://www.SpeakUpForKidsPBC.org.  Show your love and support.  👉SOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook:  Speak Up for Kids https://www.facebook.com/SpeakUpForKidsofPBCInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/speakupforkidspbc/X:  https://twitter.com/SpeakUp4KidsPBCYouTube:  @speakupforkidspbc2586 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXEW0Jq_M6GHwWlNo9aZDzw/featuredLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/speak-up-for-kids-of-palm-beach-county-inc- 

  1. 3d ago

    How to stop reacting and start responding as a parent | Christina Brown

    Send us Fan Mail When family life, work, relationships, and a million other things are all competing for your attention, it's easy to react instead of responding the way you want to. Christina Brown is a Catholic life coach, speaker, podcaster, and mother of six who helps people move from feeling stuck and overwhelmed toward living intentionally. She’s navigated serious mental health challenges in her family and spent years balancing motherhood, marriage, work, and coaching. Her lived experience has changed the way she approaches everyday decision-making and overcomes stress. In this episode, Kayla Richerson sits down with Christina to talk about what it looks like to parent more intentionally amidst the chaos. Christina shares practical ways to slow down, recognize when stress is influencing your reactions, and ask yourself how you want to show up in difficult moments. Drawing from her experience, she talks about how her Catholic faith has shaped the way she parents, the importance of having a supportive community, and why growth doesn't require having everything figured out.  In This Episode: How to slow down before reacting to stressful parenting situationsThe simple question that can help you respond the way you want toWhy stress can make it harder to think clearly and respond intentionallyHow to recognize when you're stuck in a reactionary statePractical ways to build more intentional habits into everyday lifeWhy parents need community and support instead of trying to do everything aloneHow to balance motherhood, work, and relationships, among everything elseWhy you don't have to have everything figured out to keep moving forwardHow small pauses can create space for meaningful changeParenting and family life will never be perfectly calm. But learning to pause, even if just for a few seconds, can create the space to choose how you want to show up. Connect with Christina Brown: 🌐 www.christinambrow.com 📷 Social Media: @christina__m__brown Resources & Support: 📩 parents@speakupforkidspbc.org 📷 @speakupforkidspbc 🌐 speakupforkidspbc.org/healing-hearts 📅 Local to Palm Beach? See our events: speakupforkidspbc.org/events Want to be featured? 🎙️ parents@speakupforkidspbc.org

  2. Aug 4

    Your teen needs this, not a perfect parent | Sophia Vale Galano

    Send us Fan Mail Is your teen struggling with anxiety, but every step you take to help only seems to push them further away? Supporting an anxious teenager can be exhausting and overwhelming, leaving you unsure whether you’re saying the right thing. Licensed clinical social worker Sophia Vale Galano has spent more than a decade helping teenagers and their families navigate anxiety, and she's learned that one of the most powerful ways parents can support their teens isn't by becoming perfect, but by being present. As Benoit Harpey continues his conversation with her, Sophia explains the crucial role parents play in building an environment where teens grow. She shares practical strategies that strengthen relationships without adding more pressure; from managing your own stress to modeling healthy boundaries, choosing the right therapist, and building empathy. In This Episode: Why your own stress may be influencing your teenagerHow modeling healthy boundaries and self-care helps anxious teensThe difference between supporting your teen and trying to rescue themWhat to look for when choosing a therapist or mental health professionalWhy shared interests and trust matter when finding the right therapistHow everyday moments can create natural, meaningful conversationsWhy parents don't need to be perfect, but presentThe simple mindset shift that helps families break unhealthy cyclesWhether your teenager struggles with anxiety or you're simply trying to build a healthier relationship, this conversation offers practical encouragement to help you support your teen while caring for yourself along the way. Connect with Sophia Vale Galano: 🌐 www.sophiagalano.com 📚 Book: Calming Teenage Anxiety 📷 Instagram: @sophiavale_galano Resources & Support: 📩 parents@speakupforkidspbc.org 📷 @speakupforkidspbc 🌐 Website: speakupforkidspbc.org/healing-hearts 📅 Local to Palm Beach? See our events: speakupforkidspbc.org/events  Want to be featured? 🎙️ parents@speakupforkidspbc.org

  3. Jul 21

    How to talk to your teen about anxiety without pushing them away | Sophia Vale Galano

    Send us Fan Mail Maybe your teenager has opened up about feeling anxious, but the conversation seems to end in frustration every time you try to help. Or, maybe they don't talk about it at all, which keeps you up at night worrying about their wellbeing. Sophia Vale Galano has spent more than a decade helping teenagers and their families navigate anxiety in school, hospital, and private settings. Through her work, she's learned that helping an anxious teenager isn't about caring more, but about approaching the conversation differently. In this episode, Sophia shares the real insights her experience has revealed. In the first half of our conversation with Sophia, she and Benoit Harpey explore why teens often struggle to communicate their anxiety, how parents can recognize hidden signs, and what it takes to build the kind of trust that encourages honest conversations. Instead of immediately trying to fix the problem, Sophia explains how curiosity, validation, and patience can help parents become a safe place for their teenagers. In This Episode: Why many caring parents accidentally push anxious teens awayHow anxiety often shows up as irritability, avoidance, or isolationWhy listening is often more helpful than immediately trying to “fix” your teenPractical ways to build trust so your teen feels safe opening upHow to know when your teen needs more support, and when they need space to growWhy organic, everyday conversations are often more effective than formal “talks”The difference between helping your teen and rescuing themWhether your teen struggles with anxiety or you're simply trying to strengthen your relationship, this conversation provides practical guidance to help you become someone your teen feels safe turning to. Connect with Sophia Vale Galano: 🌐 www.sophiagalano.com 📚 Book: Calming Teenage Anxiety 📷 Instagram: @sophiavale_galano Resources & Support: 📩 parents@speakupforkidspbc.org 📷 @speakupforkidspbc 🌐 Website: speakupforkidspbc.org/healing-hearts 📅 Local to Palm Beach? See our events: speakupforkidspbc.org/events  Want to be featured? 🎙️ parents@speakupforkidspbc.org

  4. Jul 7

    Why teenagers push back, and how parents should respond | Will Dobud

    Send us Fan Mail Most parents feel like they’re constantly correcting and disciplining their teens, yet their behavior never seems to change. If every conversation turns into an argument, or it feels like you're losing your relationship with your teen, this episode offers a practical approach to rebuilding that could change the way you parent. Last episode, we started our conversation with Dr. Will Dobud, who explained how we can reach our teens when nothing seems to work. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience working with struggling teens and their families, Will shares real-life expertise on seeking connection over correction. Throughout his career, Will has learned that kids don’t change when adults become stricter, but when relationships give them the space and confidence they need to grow. In this episode, Benoit Harpey and Amina Elsamahy sit down with Will for a conversation that challenges traditional techniques for parenting teenagers. Instead of relying primarily on correction and consequences, Will takes a different approach that builds trust while maintaining healthy boundaries. We explore real strategies that help teens feel safe, respected, and motivated to grow. In This Episode: Why connection must come before correctionPractical ways to improve communication during everyday family lifeHow healthy boundaries create safety instead of punishmentWhy teenagers naturally challenge adults, and why that's a strengthHow to recognize and encourage your child's existing strengthsWhy overprotecting our kids can unintentionally hold them backWhy predictable expectations help children thriveHow family conversations build trust and resilienceSimple habits that strengthen your relationship with your childConnect with Will Dobud: 🌐 willdobud.com 📗 Kids These Days 📷 @willdobud  Resources & Support: 📩 parents@speakupforkidspbc.org 📷 @speakupforkidspbc 🌐 speakupforkidspbc.org/healing-hearts 📅 Local to Palm Beach? See our events: speakupforkidspbc.org/events Want to be featured? 🎙️ parents@speakupforkidspbc.org

  5. Jun 23

    How to Reach a Struggling Teen When Nothing Is Working | Will Dobud

    Send us Fan Mail Maybe you’ve tried therapy, but your kid goes, barely says a word, and quits after the second session.  Dr. Will Dobud has spent two decades working with families who had been in that situation. In wilderness programs, clinical settings, and remote Indigenous communities in Australia, Will has been working with teens who everyone else considered lost causes. He was that kid, kicked out of boarding schools and taken to see many therapists, none of whom helped. His experience led him to search for a real solution, which he shares with us today. In this episode, Benoit Harpey and Amina Elsamahy sit down with Will for a conversation that discusses the practical solution to teen difficulties. He helps us understand what kids actually need. In This Episode: The reason therapy fails, and how that changes your approach to getting them helpWhy your teen's anger, withdrawal, or "difficult" behavior is almost never the actual problem, and how to understand the underlying causesWhat kids need before they'll open up, take risks, or trust any adult in their lifeWhat actually determines whether therapy helps your kid, regardless of qualificationsRed flags to look out for in therapy and youth programsWhy blaming phones and social media is getting in the way of actually helping teenagersIn Part 2: We’ll discuss strategies you can apply at home now, including setting proper boundaries, avoiding potentially harmful over protection, and tools to help you along the way. Connect with Will Dobud: 🌐 willdobud.com 📗 Kids These Days 📷 @willdobud  Resources & Support: 📩 parents@speakupforkidspbc.org 📷 @speakupforkidspbc 🌐 speakupforkidspbc.org/healing-hearts 📅 Local to Palm Beach? See our events: speakupforkidspbc.org/events Want to be featured? 🎙️ parents@speakupforkidspbc.org  #teenmentalhealth #strugglingteen #parentingteens #youthmentalhealth #childadvocacy #traumainformedparenting #youththerapy #teenanxiety #speakupforkids #parentadvocate @parentsspeakupforkids

  6. Jun 9

    Speak up for your kids! The power of advocacy through ACEs, trauma, and developmental challenges with Paula Yost

    Send us Fan Mail “How can I advocate for my kid when everything seems to be against me?” “How do adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) affect kids, and how can we help them recover?” — Advocacy is tough and often feels like an uphill battle. Whether you’re raising a child who has experienced foster care, a child with developmental challenges, or a child recovering from trauma, advocacy is crucial to ensuring that they receive the support and opportunities they need. It’s also difficult. That’s why today, Kayla Richerson speaks with Paula Yost, an attorney, advocate, counselor, and both a biological and adoptive mother. Paula shares her experience advocating for her own kids, explains how advocating can completely change the outlook of a child’s life, and encourages us to speak up, even when it’s hard. Paula reminds us that a single supportive, caring, and loving adult can completely change a child’s life. If you’re struggling to advocate for your child, receive the care you need, or build a support system, Paula’s practical advice and uplifting story is sure to help you get on the path to success. 💬Get In Touch: Send Us A Textparents@speakupforkidspbc.org🚨Need More Resources? 👉Visit Our Website 👉Check Out Our Socials: @speakupforkids 👉Are You Local To Palm Beach? See Our Events Page! 👉Need More? Our Programs 🧑Connect With Paula Yost: 👉 Website: paulayost.com  👉 Instagram: @paulajyostauthor 🎙️Want To Be Featured? 👉 Email Us: parents@speakupforkidspbc.org #healingheartspodcast #parentingpodcast #traumainformedparenting #childadvocacy #fostercareawareness  #adversechildhoodexperiences #specialneedsparenting #fosteryouth #traumarecovery #parentsupport #childdevelopment #parentingtools #educationaladvocacy #mentalhealthawareness #familysupport #traumainformedcare #empoweredparents #parentadvocate #healingfromtrauma #hopeandhealing #speakupforkids #speakup #fostercare @parentsspeakupforkids

  7. May 26

    How to build resilience and avoid burnout in sports: The Goal of the Game with Harvey Araton (Part 2)

    Send us Fan Mail “How can I help my kids manage stress and pressure in youth sports?” “How can I encourage my kids without adding undue pressure?” — Two weeks ago, we heard Harvey Araton’s expertise on character building through youth sports and the pressures and stresses that often come out of it. In part two of Benoit Harpey and Kayla Richerson’s conversation with him, Harvey walks us through practical ways to take the pressure and stress off our kids’ shoulders. He reminds us that sports build character and are ultimately meant for fun—not just for full-ride college scholarships. He shares applicable advice on how, in our own lives, we can keep our eyes on the goal of the game and ensure our kids enjoy it every step of the way. If you’re a sports-parent veteran or just getting into the game, tune in to relieve your own stresses—and those of your children. 💬Get In Touch: Send Us A Textparents@speakupforkidspbc.org🚨Need More Resources? 👉Visit Our Website 👉Check Out Our Socials: @speakupforkids 👉Are You Local To Palm Beach? See Our Events Page! 👉Need More? Our Programs 🧑Connect With Harvey Araton: 👉 Website: harveyaraton.com  🎙️Want To Be Featured? 👉 Email Us: parents@speakupforkidspbc.org #harveyaraton #youthsports #resilience #sportsparenting #youngathletes #mentalhealth #parentingadvice #childdevelopment #emotionalresilience #sportsburnout #positiveparenting #handlingpressure #confidencebuilding #lifeskills #emotionalgrowth #sportsculture #speakupforkids #speakup #fostercare @parentsspeakupforkids

  8. May 12

    The benefits and unintended impacts of youth sports: The Goal of the Game with Harvey Araton (Part 1)

    Send us Fan Mail “How to reduce pressure on young athletes?” “How can I support my kids in youth sports?” “How do sports shape character in kids?” — Kids worldwide engage in team sports, and for years it has brought joy to the players. Recently, though, the commercialization of youth sports, as well as motivations beyond character building and fun, have placed undue pressure on young athletes. This unhealthy pressure leads to stress, overwhelm, and tension. In part one of Benoit Harpey and Kayla Richerson’s conversation with Harvey Araton—New York Times columnist and sports journalist, author, and father—we learn about the true goal of team sports, which lies in character building. Harvey shares his own story; explains how budget constraints, scholarship goals, and sports commercialization take away from the joy; and provides applicable advice for avoiding these negative effects. Together, we dive into the true purpose of youth sports, how to cultivate growth, and how to make the most of what kids really love. 💬Get In Touch: Send Us A Textparents@speakupforkidspbc.org🚨Need More Resources? 👉Visit Our Website 👉Check Out Our Socials: @speakupforkids 👉Are You Local To Palm Beach? See Our Events Page! 👉Need More? Our Programs 🧑Connect With Harvey Araton: 👉 Website: harveyaraton.com  🎙️Want To Be Featured? 👉 Email Us: parents@speakupforkidspbc.org #harveyaraton #youthsports #sportsparenting #youngathletes #travelsports #parentingtips #sportspsychology #mentalhealth #resilience #sportsculture #youthdevelopment #childdevelopment #teamwork #healthycompetition #sportsburnout #athletemindset #youthcoaching #parentingsupport #emotionalhealth #youthathletementalhealth #speakupforkids #speakup #fostercare @parentsspeakupforkids

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Healing Hearts is a podcast aimed to help others parent with purpose.  We offer support for resilient families  as a beacon of hope and understanding for parents of vulnerable youth. Our commitment is to serve as an empathetic yet empowering guide for parents through the complex journey of raising children who face emotional, developmental, or behavioral divergence.  We create dialogues that inspire, providing practical solutions and unwavering support for parents seeking strength and compassion in the areas of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), childhood trauma, and the spectrum of developmental, behavioral, and mental health challenges. Our conversations are designed to arm parents with the encouragement they need to persevere.  We offer essential and actionable mental health strategies and supporting resources for your journey. In alignment with the core values of  Speak Up for Kids in Palm Beach County, our podcast is more than a platform for discussion—it's a movement where every voice is heard, and each challenge is met with understanding and support, advocating for the well-being and thriving of every child and youth.This podcast is a result of a student project done through STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids.  Our student leaders are ambassadors for change and make a rippling impact in breaking the cycles of abuse, violence, and crime one child at a time.  CONNECT:  👉BE OUR GUEST:  If you are interested in being a guest on this show, please email us at parents@speakupforkidspbc.org👉SAW IT ON THE SHOW:  To find the resources and links to something you heard on the show go here to our Parents Speak Up for Kids (https://speakupforkidspbc.org/parents-speak-up-for-kids).👉STUDENTS:Check out our STUDENTS website at: https//www.studentsspeakupforkidspbc.org).  We always love to have student volunteers (even to help with the podcast) to help with projects going on behind the scenes.  Many of our students work remotely -- all are welcome.  We have creative ways to get community service hours.👉Our organization as a whole exists to help children and youth in various challenging situations.  Check out the amazing work at Speak Up for Kids PBC at https://www.SpeakUpForKidsPBC.org.  Show your love and support.  👉SOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook:  Speak Up for Kids https://www.facebook.com/SpeakUpForKidsofPBCInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/speakupforkidspbc/X:  https://twitter.com/SpeakUp4KidsPBCYouTube:  @speakupforkidspbc2586 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXEW0Jq_M6GHwWlNo9aZDzw/featuredLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/speak-up-for-kids-of-palm-beach-county-inc- 

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