136 episodes

Hey parents, tune in as Dr. Cassidy Freitas holds space for conversations with experts from around the world and parents who have been through it. With a background in Marriage and Family Therapy, Dr. Cassidy offers education in topics ranging from pregnancy, fertility, postpartum, parenting, partner relationships, emotional wellness, creative living and more! This podcast is not a substitute for therapy and if you're struggling you should seek help from a licensed provider in your area. Follow for more @drcassidy and you can learn more about her California-based private practice at www.drcassidymft.com.

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    • Kids & Family
    • 4.8 • 266 Ratings

Hey parents, tune in as Dr. Cassidy Freitas holds space for conversations with experts from around the world and parents who have been through it. With a background in Marriage and Family Therapy, Dr. Cassidy offers education in topics ranging from pregnancy, fertility, postpartum, parenting, partner relationships, emotional wellness, creative living and more! This podcast is not a substitute for therapy and if you're struggling you should seek help from a licensed provider in your area. Follow for more @drcassidy and you can learn more about her California-based private practice at www.drcassidymft.com.

    136: How to Carry Less While Enjoying Motherhood More with Erica Djossa

    136: How to Carry Less While Enjoying Motherhood More with Erica Djossa

    In this episode I invited Erica Djossa, Canadian based psychotherapist, founder of Momwell, and author of the book Releasing the Motherload: How to Carry Less and Enjoy Motherhood More, back on to the podcast!
    Together we discuss:
    • An introduction to intensive mothering: unpacking societal expectations and the weight of invisible burdens in motherhood.
    • The role of comparison and social media in exacerbating feelings of inadequacy and overwhelm.
    • Strategies for releasing control and redistributing responsibilities to alleviate burnout and foster personal growth.
    • Embracing values over perfectionism: practical steps for identifying core values and aligning actions with your most aligned beliefs.
    • Recognizing the potential for growth and transformation when we embrace discomfort.
    • Creating space for self-care within motherhood: the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing mental well-being.
    Resources Mentioned:
    • Releasing the Motherload book: pre-order at www.ericadjossa.com
    • The Invisible Load of Postpartum episode 48
    • Find Erica on Instagram @momwell

    To learn more about Dr. Cassidy's private practice visit https://www.drcassidymft.com/
    Enjoy this podcast? You'll also love Justine Carino's podcast "Thoughts from the Couch" learn more at www.carinocounseling.com/podcast






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    • 51 min
    135: How to Support Our Kids in a World of AI with Audrey Wisch

    135: How to Support Our Kids in a World of AI with Audrey Wisch

    AI (Artificial Intelligence) isn't going anywhere, but that didn't stop me from (at first) putting my head in the sand about it. But the truth is, it's not going anywhere and our kids are going to grow up with AI being a part of their schooling, future careers, and their life...so it was time to take my head out of the sand and learn everything I can so that I can support them too.
    This episode with Audrey Wisch, founder and CEO of Curious Cardinals was not originally planned! Our original topic (episode 134) was all about supporting kids in discovering THEIR passions and connecting those passions to their relationship to school (if you haven't checked out that episode yet, you don't want to miss it!)
    What I noticed though in my interactions with Audrey was how she seamlessly incorporated AI into her business model. I got curious about her use of AI, and discovered she was giving AI workshops to parents around the country. I had SO many questions, and thought you might too...and thus this episode was born!
    I went into this conversation with A LOT of questions, concerns, and a general sense of overwhelm, and I left feeling empowered and even EXCITED to support my kids with ethically navigating a world in which AI exists.
    To learn more about Curious Cardinals visit https://www.curiouscardinals.com/
    To learn more about Dr. Cassidy's private practice visit https://www.drcassidymft.com/


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    • 37 min
    134: How to Help Your Kid Discover THEIR Passions with Audrey Wisch

    134: How to Help Your Kid Discover THEIR Passions with Audrey Wisch

    "Mommmm why do I have to go to school?!" This is a question all parents will face at some point.
    In this episode I'm joined by Audrey Wisch, founder and CEO of Curious Cardinals. Curious Cardinals is a peer-mentorship/tutoring company rooted in passion based learning to support kids in nurturing their interests and ambitions...while also getting their homework done.
    Together we explore steps we can take to support our kids in discovering THEIR passions, and how to connect traditional school learning with real-world passions.
    This episode provides valuable perspectives for parents seeking to support their children in navigating the intersection of education and personal growth.
    Audrey has spoken on CNN, in Forbes, and on the Today Show to share her vision to create a community of lifelong learners and doers. She was recognized in the 2022 Forbes 30 Under 30 Education and Youngest category. To learn more about Curious Cardinals visit https://www.curiouscardinals.com.
    If you're a California parent and interested in learning more about working with Dr. Cassidy and her therapy services visit www.drcassidymft.com
    If you're not a California resident and interested in starting therapy, you can learn how to find a therapist in your area by visiting https://www.drcassidymft.com/blog/how-to-find-a-therapist-like-me


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    • 29 min
    133: How to Break Cycles that Started Before You Were Born (aka Intergenerational Trauma) with Dr. Mariel Buqué

    133: How to Break Cycles that Started Before You Were Born (aka Intergenerational Trauma) with Dr. Mariel Buqué

    This one's for the cycle breakers, and in this episode we're unpacking intergenerational trauma.
    Dr. Mariel Buqué, trauma-informed Psychologist and author of the book BREAK THE CYCLCE: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma breaks it down for us.
    Together we explore how to recognize when generational trauma is impacting us today, identifying unhealthy patterns that get passed down in families, how trauma shows up in our bodies and our nervous systems, and steps we can take to break the cycles we're caught in that started before we were born.
    You deserved someone to protect you from generational pain and break the cycle, that always remains true. Now, let's take steps to get the support you need to be the cycle breaker for yourself, your family, and the next generation.
    You can learn more about Dr. Cassidy's private practice at https://www.drcassidymft.com/


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    • 38 min
    132: How to Help Your Toddler Play Independently with Susie Allison from Busy Toddler

    132: How to Help Your Toddler Play Independently with Susie Allison from Busy Toddler

    In this episode you get to witness my conversation with Susie Allison, M.Ed., of @busytoddler, in which I share our 3 year olds current struggles with independent play, and the impact it's having on our whole family.

    Susie talks me through the proven strategies to support independent play and guess what...they worked!

    Susie shares the benefits of independent play for your child's development and for the whole family system...and how we can still feel present and connected even with more independent play happening in our homes. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

    Looking for more independent play support from Susie, including some of her favorite toys? Check out her independent play blog post here! 

    Susie Allison is a former teacher with a Master's in Early Childhood Education and a mom to 3 kids. Her mission is to bring hands-on play and learning back to childhood, support others in their parenting journey, and help everyone make it to nap time. Visit her at www.busytoddler.com or on Instagram @busytoddler.

    *Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

    *Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

    Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!



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    • 52 min
    131: When Both Parents Struggle Postpartum with Tessa Ritchie

    131: When Both Parents Struggle Postpartum with Tessa Ritchie

    In this episode I invited fellow therapist Tessa Ritchie to join me in sharing the challenges of postpartum for BOTH parents, the impact these struggles can have on our relationship, and how to feel better together!

    Tessa shares her own personal story of experiencing postpartum anxiety and rage, her partner's struggles with depression postpartum, and the communication tools and strategies they used to heal and feel more present with each other and in parenthood.

    *Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's or Tessa by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

    *Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

    Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!



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    • 49 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
266 Ratings

266 Ratings

gabmeiners ,

She gets it!

Dr. Cassidy is relatable, kind, healing, and so much more. She truly understands motherhood and gives such great advice for navigating through the tough stuff. She is a gem! I love listening to her.

seekingknowledgealways ,

Such a great resource!

Dr. Cassidy’s podcast is a great source of knowledge for me as a mom of toddlers. Her guests add value to my parenting, cycle-breaking and also are very relatable.

Twigakeeper ,

Perfect topics!

Every episode I listen to I take something away from it! Almost every episode that comes out I’m like, “yep, that’s relevant!” So helpful to me during me most recent postpartum phase and she helped me to feel less alone in my thoughts as I struggled to adapt to being a mom

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