Family Dialogues

Dr. Taniesha Burke
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When love feels strained, kids are struggling, and your home feels divided, it’s easy to wonder if peace and joy are still possible. The Family Dialogues Podcast reminds you they are. Each episode is a guide back to connection, helping couples heal, parents unite, and families grow stronger together, even when life gets messy. Listeners love this podcast because it starts where true change begins: with the partnership at the center of the home. Dr. Taniesha Burke helps parents rebuild love, trust, and teamwork so children can thrive in the security of a united family. You’ll gain proven, evidence-based strategies for nurturing emotional growth, fostering resilience in your kids, and creating a home that feels safe and joyful again. As a research psychologist, parenting coach, and mother of three, Dr. Burke brings both academic expertise and lived experience to every conversation. Her background in family relations, child development, and spiritual life coaching, combined with insights from world-class guests, offers practical wisdom you can apply right away. Whether you’re rekindling love, restoring peace, or building a stronger bond with your children, The Family Dialogues Podcast is your companion for raising families that stay connected, grounded, and full of joy no matter what challenges come your way.

  1. 5d ago

    Teen Eating Disorders: Warning Signs, Treatment & How Parents Can Support Recovery | Jennifer Hope Longenecker

    When your teenager is struggling with an eating disorder, knowing what to say and what not to say can make a profound difference. Jennifer Hope Longenecker shares what parents need to know about warning signs, treatment, relapse, family support, and helping a teen move toward recovery without blame or shame. In this episode of Family Dialogues, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with Jennifer Hope Longenecker, trauma-informed mental health coach, mother, and co-author of Held in the Dark: A Mother Daughter Guide to Navigating an Adolescent Eating Disorder, Treatment and Recovery. Drawing from her family's experience supporting her daughter through an eating disorder, Jennifer discusses the subtle early warning signs of eating disorders in teenagers, including avoiding family meals, restrictive eating, excessive exercise, secrecy around food, and changes that can easily be mistaken for normal teenage behavior. Jennifer and Dr. Burke explore anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and restrictive eating, as well as how parents can begin a conversation when they suspect something is wrong. Jennifer also explains why finding a professional who specializes in eating disorders, rather than simply having experience with them, can be critically important. They also discuss: How diet culture and body talk at home can influence children and teens Why families may need to stop labeling foods as “good” or “bad” What to say instead of commenting on a teen's weight or appearance How an eating disorder can affect siblings, marriage, and the entire family system Why parents may need individual or couples therapy while supporting their child The importance of a multidisciplinary eating disorder treatment team Residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) Why relapse does not erase previous recovery progress How parents can support recovery without becoming the “food police” Managing parental guilt, shame, and self-blame Why recovery often involves ups and downs rather than one straightforward path Jennifer reminds parents that needing additional treatment does not mean their child has lost everything they previously accomplished; it can simply mean they have reached a hurdle that requires more support. Her message to families is one of hope: recovery is possible, parents are an important part of the treatment team, and neither teenagers nor their families need to navigate an eating disorder alone. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Held in the Dark: A Mother-Daughter Guide to Navigating an Adolescent Eating Disorder, Treatment and Recovery — Jennifer Hope Longenecker Held in the Dark five-question parent quiz F.E.A.S.T. — eating disorder education and support resources for families Jennifer Hope Longenecker on Instagram Jennifer Hope Longenecker's website  Jennifer's Facebook support group for parents and teens navigating eating disorders   Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU   CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke   Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    Teen Eating Disorders: Warning Signs, Treatment & How Parents Can Support Recovery | Jennifer Hope Longenecker

  2. Sep 22

    How to Parent With More Joy: 8 Practices for Calmer, More Connected Families | Marguerite Orane

    What if becoming a calmer, more connected parent doesn’t require changing your children, but changing how you lead yourself? Leadership expert Marguerite Orane shares practical ways to reduce parenting stress, create more joy at home, and build stronger relationships with your children. Parenting can leave us exhausted, overwhelmed, and reacting in ways we later regret. But what if some of the same practices that help great leaders thrive could also transform how we lead our families? In this episode of Family Dialogues, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with executive leadership coach, author, and Harvard MBA Marguerite Orane about bringing her eight essential practices for leading with joy into parenting and family life. Marguerite explains the difference between happiness and joy, why children naturally bring joy into family life, and how parents can unintentionally suppress that joy through fear, stress, overcontrol, and constant correction. You’ll discover how practices such as reflection, forgiveness, acceptance, asking for help, silence, celebration, grounding your day, and making peace with time can help you become a more intentional and emotionally grounded parent. Marguerite also shares practical strategies for real family life, including: A simple six-minute morning ritual for mind, body, and spirit that can help parents begin the day more grounded. Why asking for and accepting help is essential, especially when parenting feels overwhelming. How moments of silence can prevent conflict from escalating with children or partners. Why celebrating who your child is, rather than only what they achieve, can strengthen family connection. Why comparing siblings can steal joy and damage relationships. How parents can connect with teenagers by taking genuine interest in what brings them joy. Why taking care of yourself is not separate from good parenting; your children are watching how you live. Whether you are raising toddlers, navigating the teenage years, parenting adult children, or trying to break patterns of stress and reactivity, this conversation offers a thoughtful reminder: joyful parenting does not mean pretending everything is perfect. It means becoming more conscious about how you respond, connect, and lead your family. Resources Mentioned Marguerite Orane’s Website  Marguerite Orane on LinkedIn Marguerite Orane on Instagram Transform Your Leadership: Eight Essential Practices for Leading with Joy  Wednesday Joy Mail / Joy Reset Newsletter Marguerite Orane’s weekly newsletter   Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU   CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke   Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    How to Parent With More Joy: 8 Practices for Calmer, More Connected Families | Marguerite Orane

  3. Sep 15

    Teen Burnout: Why Teens Are Exhausted and How Parents Can Help Them Recover | Dr. Naomi Fisher

    Is your teenager exhausted, unmotivated, overwhelmed, or suddenly struggling to cope with school and everyday life? Teen burnout may be their brain and body signaling that the pressure has become too much. In this episode of Family Dialogues, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Naomi Fisher about teen burnout, academic pressure, stress, social media, sleep, and how parents can help teenagers recover without making them feel like they are failing. Dr. Fisher explains why burnout isn't simply laziness or a lack of motivation. She describes it as a response to prolonged stress, often showing up as exhaustion, lack of motivation, feeling incapable, and seeing everything through what she calls “mud-colored spectacles.” In this conversation, you'll learn: Why today's teenagers may be especially vulnerable to burnout and chronic stress How school pressure, exams, perfectionism, comparison, and social media can contribute Why removing everything a struggling teen enjoys may actually make burnout worse How to use the “bucket” approach to identify what drains your teen and what replenishes them Why rest, sleep, play, friendships, hobbies, and unstructured time matter How parents can support a struggling teenager without becoming another source of pressure Ways to advocate for greater flexibility at school Why burnout can become an opportunity to rethink success and build a more sustainable life One of the most important shifts for parents is moving from “How do I get my teenager back on track?” to “What would a sustainable way forward look like for this particular young person?” Dr. Fisher emphasizes that parents don't always need to fix the problem; sometimes their most important role is to stay alongside their teenager, maintain hope, and continue communicating that their value is bigger than their academic performance. Resources Mentioned Dr. Naomi Fisher's Website The Teenager's Guide to Burnout by Dr. Naomi Fisher The Teenager's Guide to Taking Control of Your Education by Dr. Naomi Fisher Let's Talk Neuroscience Podcast — Dr. Naomi Fisher & Dr. Danny Drinkwater Dr. Fisher's Instagram   Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU   CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke   Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    Teen Burnout: Why Teens Are Exhausted and How Parents Can Help Them Recover | Dr. Naomi Fisher

  4. Sep 8

    AI, Deepfakes & the Attachment Economy: Protecting Kids in a Digital World | Julia von Weiler

    AI is changing childhood, and the risks go far beyond screen time. What happens when technology stops competing only for your child’s attention and starts competing for their attachment? In this episode of Family Dialogues with Dr. Burke, psychologist and child-rights expert Julia von Weiler joins Dr. Taniesha Burke to examine what parents need to know about AI, deepfakes, online safety, child privacy, AI chatbots, and digital relationships. Julia explains why families may need to rethink everything from sharing children’s photos online to allowing kids and teens to build relationships with AI companions. The conversation explores the shift from the “attention economy” to the “attachment economy,” in which AI systems can appear supportive, empathetic, and endlessly available, potentially changing how developing children understand relationships and human connection. They also discuss AI-generated deepfakes and child sexual abuse material, children’s right to their own image, the risks of “sharenting,” and why parents need to understand technology well enough to guide, not simply restrict their children. ulia’s practical starting point for overwhelmed parents is simple: examine your own technology habits, talk openly with your children about how they use AI, and intentionally create regular moments of undivided human attention. Connect with Julia von Weiler Julia von Weiler’s website Julia von Weiler on LinkedIn  Resources & Organizations Mentioned Center for Humane Technology Your Undivided Attention Podcast The Amazing Generation — Jonathan Haidt & Catherine Price The Anxious Generation — Jonathan Haidt Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now — Jaron Lanier Internet Watch Foundation INHOPE Canadian Centre for Child Protection National Center for Missing & Exploited Children AI Justice League   Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU   CONNECT WITH US:  Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    AI, Deepfakes & the Attachment Economy: Protecting Kids in a Digital World | Julia von Weiler

  5. Sep 1

    Is Dopamine Hijacking Your Child? Screen Time, Ultra-Processed Food & Raising Healthier Kids | Michaeleen Doucleff

    Why does your child keep reaching for screens even when they’re no longer having fun? And why can ultra-processed snacks be so difficult to resist?  NPR science correspondent and Dopamine Kids author Michaeleen Doucleff explains what parents misunderstand about dopamine and how to help children build healthier habits without constantly battling over screens and food. In this episode of Family Dialogues, Michaeleen breaks down the neuroscience of dopamine, screen addiction, social media, video games, ultra-processed foods, motivation, sleep, and family connection. Michaeleen also challenges parents to reconsider a powerful assumption: just because children desperately want more screen time does not mean it is making them happier.  Instead of simply taking pleasurable things away, she encourages families to build lives filled with more satisfying offline experiences, stronger relationships, better sleep, nourishing food, and meaningful family memories. Resources Mentioned Dopamine Kids — Michaeleen Doucleff Hunt, Gather, Parent — Michaeleen Doucleff Michaeleen Doucleff’s website — resources and newsletter   Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU  ----------------------- CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke  -------------------- Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    Is Dopamine Hijacking Your Child? Screen Time, Ultra-Processed Food & Raising Healthier Kids | Michaeleen Doucleff

  6. Aug 25

    How to Help an Addicted Loved One Without Enabling Them | Amber Hollingsworth

    When addiction enters a family, everyone is affected, but families are not powerless. Addiction expert Amber Hollingsworth explains how parents, spouses, and loved ones can respond strategically without sacrificing their own well-being. In this episode of Family Dialogues, we explore the complex dynamics of substance use disorder, addiction recovery, family boundaries, enabling, and supporting a loved one with addiction. Amber explains why confrontation, monitoring, gathering evidence, and repeatedly rescuing someone from the natural consequences of substance use can unintentionally reinforce the cycle. Instead, she shares how emotional regulation, empathy, realistic boundaries, and allowing appropriate natural consequences can help create conditions for change.  We also discuss teen substance use, including marijuana, vaping, inhalants, and misuse of accessible medications, and why honest, ongoing conversations are more effective than fear-based warnings. Amber encourages parents to lead with curiosity, maintain credibility, and create an environment where teenagers feel safe telling the truth. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why addiction can destabilize the entire family system The difference between natural consequences and punishment How helping can unintentionally become rescuing or enabling What healthy boundaries with an addicted loved one actually look like Why empathy does not mean condoning harmful behavior How to talk with teenagers about drugs, alcohol, marijuana, and vaping Why “bargaining” can be part of the addiction recovery process When distancing or no contact may be necessary and why it should not be used as a threat How families can find the right support without involving people who may make the situation more difficult Why families have more influence in the recovery process than they may realize Amber’s central message is one of hope: you are not powerless. Families can influence change when they understand addiction and learn to respond thoughtfully rather than reactively. Resources Mentioned Put the Shovel Down — Amber Hollingsworth’s YouTube channel Hope for Families Recovery Centre Family Recovery Academy Amber's Instagram Amber's Facebook   Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU   CONNECT WITH US:   Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke   Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    How to Help an Addicted Loved One Without Enabling Them | Amber Hollingsworth

  7. Aug 18

    Raising Bilingual Children: Protecting Home Language, Identity & School Success

    Can speaking more than one language confuse a child? In this episode, bilingual education specialist Ms. Yulia explains why parents do not need to abandon their home language and how they can support children learning the majority language without sacrificing identity and connection. Learn practical strategies for raising bilingual and multilingual children, navigating schools, advocating for your child, and creating a language-rich home even when family life is busy. In this episode of Family Dialogues, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with Ms. Yulia, a German and English teacher with a master’s degree in childhood education and a specialization in bilingual education. Drawing on nearly 10 years of experience supporting multilingual families, she challenges common myths about bilingual child development, language acquisition, multilingual education, and home-language use. We discuss an important challenge facing immigrant and expat families: children sometimes being judged academically based on their proficiency in the country’s majority language rather than their broader abilities. Ms. Yulia explains why parents may need to advocate for appropriate academic placement and why schools need to distinguish between a child who does not yet have the language to express what they know and a child who does not understand the underlying concepts.  For parents raising children across languages and cultures, this conversation offers encouragement and practical tools to support bilingualism, multilingualism, language development, cultural identity, and educational success without fear or guilt. Resources Mentioned Hello Multilinguals – Ms. Yulia’s website for consultations and multilingual-family resources. English for Young Learners Parent Guide – A resource created by Ms. Yulia with activities, routines, resources, and links for families supporting English and other home languages. Instagram – Hello Multilingual Classroom – Bilingual and multilingual education advice, family experiences, myths and facts. TikTok – Hello Multilingual Class    Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU   CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke   Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    Raising Bilingual Children: Protecting Home Language, Identity & School Success

  8. Aug 11

    Overwhelmed Working Mom? Project Management Strategies to Reduce Mental Load with Nionila Ivanova

    Feeling overwhelmed trying to manage work, motherhood, family responsibilities, and your own goals? What if project management strategies could help you reduce the mental load and create more harmony at home? In this episode of Family Dialogues with Dr. Burke, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with Nionila Ivanova, certified Project Management Professional, entrepreneur, and founder of IT Project Management Training for Women, about applying project management principles to work, parenting, and family life. Nionila challenges the idea of perfect work-life balance, encouraging parents, especially working mothers, to pursue work-life harmony instead. She shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, identifying non-negotiables, advocating for flexible or remote work, protecting family time, and managing competing priorities without constantly feeling depleted. You’ll also discover how familiar project management tools can make family life more manageable, including the Eisenhower Matrix, MoSCoW prioritization, the Pomodoro Technique, shared calendars, delegation, risk planning, and clear communication. Nionila explains why parents should involve children and partners in household responsibilities rather than carrying the entire physical and mental load themselves. The conversation also explores women in leadership, entrepreneurship, career changes, and working in tech, including why motherhood can develop valuable skills in communication, adaptability, stress management, and leadership. In this episode: How to create realistic work-life harmony Setting boundaries at work and at home How working parents can advocate for flexible or remote work Using project management to organize family life Reducing the mental load through delegation Teaching children responsibility through age-appropriate household tasks Using the Eisenhower Matrix and Pomodoro Technique for time management Improving communication with shared family calendars Making career changes and entering the tech industry as a mother Developing an entrepreneurial mindset and learning to pivot after failure Resources & Tools Mentioned IT Project Management Training for Women: ITPM.training Eisenhower Matrix – prioritizing tasks by urgency and importance MoSCoW Method – Must Have, Should Have, Could Have, Won’t Have prioritization Pomodoro Technique – focused work periods followed by short breaks Shared Digital Calendars – coordinating appointments, activities, and family responsibilities Return-to-Work Programs – programs for professionals re-entering the workforce Connect with Nionila Ivanova: ITPM.training   Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU   CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke   Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal: https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal: https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal: https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

    Overwhelmed Working Mom? Project Management Strategies to Reduce Mental Load with Nionila Ivanova
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When love feels strained, kids are struggling, and your home feels divided, it’s easy to wonder if peace and joy are still possible. The Family Dialogues Podcast reminds you they are. Each episode is a guide back to connection, helping couples heal, parents unite, and families grow stronger together, even when life gets messy. Listeners love this podcast because it starts where true change begins: with the partnership at the center of the home. Dr. Taniesha Burke helps parents rebuild love, trust, and teamwork so children can thrive in the security of a united family. You’ll gain proven, evidence-based strategies for nurturing emotional growth, fostering resilience in your kids, and creating a home that feels safe and joyful again. As a research psychologist, parenting coach, and mother of three, Dr. Burke brings both academic expertise and lived experience to every conversation. Her background in family relations, child development, and spiritual life coaching, combined with insights from world-class guests, offers practical wisdom you can apply right away. Whether you’re rekindling love, restoring peace, or building a stronger bond with your children, The Family Dialogues Podcast is your companion for raising families that stay connected, grounded, and full of joy no matter what challenges come your way.

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    Dr. Taniesha Burke
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
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