The Dr. Amber Show

Dr. Amber Thornton
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Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show! Here, you're never alone in navigating life's biggest moments and toughest lessons. Join Dr. Amber Thornton, psychologist, author, & mother of two, as she explores relationships, parenting, career, mental health, and the ongoing journey of personal evolution. These conversations are sure to evoke laughter, tears, reflection, insight, and, most importantly, growth. Tune in weekly for an inspiring, informative, and thought-provoking dose of content designed to propel you further on the path to becoming the best version of yourself.

  1. 5d ago

    Can Astrology Help Me Understand My Child Better? | The Dr. Amber Show- Ep. 14

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life.Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships.In This EpisodeI'm a clinical psychologist who also loves astrology, and I'm finally sharing the part of myself I've been hesitant to talk about. I walk through how I first got into astrology, why I use it as one more way to stay curious about my children, and what the "big three" (your sun, moon, and rising signs) can tell you, with real examples from my own family. I also share a tip about how horoscopes are actually read, and your homework for the week.✨ Reflection Prompt:Whether or not astrology is your thing, how does your child process big emotions? Do they talk it out, need space, or something else? What might they need from you in that moment?Ways to Work With Dr. Amber📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-RegulationLearn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting.🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN)An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation.🧠 Psychological EvaluationsComprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults.🎤 Speaking & WorkshopsAvailable for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being.🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.comListen Everywhere🎧 YouTube🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 SpotifyStay ConnectedInstagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthorntonInstagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershowWebsite: www.dramberthornton.comIf this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today.Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

  2. Oct 12

    Am I Parenting Differently—or Am I Overcorrecting? | The Dr. Amber Show- Ep. 13

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life.Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships.In This EpisodeAm I parenting differently, or am I overcorrecting? I'm noticing something in this generation of parents: we know exactly what we don't want to repeat from our own childhoods, but many of us are still searching for what to do instead. I'm talking about the anxiety that creeps in when your child is upset after you set a limit, why upsetting your child is not the same as traumatizing them, three reasons I think holding a boundary can feel so hard, and what I believe healthy authority actually looks like.✨ Reflection Prompt:The next time your child is upset about a limit you've set, notice what comes up for you. Is it fear of hurting them, not knowing what to do instead, or discomfort with watching them feel something hard?Ways to Work With Dr. Amber📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-RegulationLearn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting.🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN)An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation.🧠 Psychological EvaluationsComprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults.🎤 Speaking & WorkshopsAvailable for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being.🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.comListen Everywhere🎧 YouTube🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 SpotifyStay ConnectedInstagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthorntonInstagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershowWebsite: www.dramberthornton.comIf this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today.Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

  3. Oct 5

    What If I Choose the Wrong School for My Black Child? | The Dr. Amber Show- Ep. 12

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life.Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships.In This EpisodeWhat if I make the wrong choice about school for my Black child? I'm reflecting on the recent New York Times article by Nicole Hannah-Jones about her daughter's school experience, why it touched me so deeply, and how it's made me question my own confidence in how I'd make these decisions. I'm not here to judge anyone's choice. I'm here to talk about the weight Black parents carry, why this was never an either/or conversation, what happens when we ask our children to bear the cost of our commitment to the collective, and four practical ways to make school decisions that are grounded in your values and responsive to what your child actually needs.✨ Reflection Prompt:What are the values and non-negotiables guiding the school decisions you make for your child, and what would tell you it's time to reassess?Ways to Work With Dr. Amber📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-RegulationLearn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting.🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN)An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation.🧠 Psychological EvaluationsComprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults.🎤 Speaking & WorkshopsAvailable for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being.🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.comListen Everywhere🎧 YouTube🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 SpotifyStay ConnectedInstagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthorntonInstagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershowWebsite: www.dramberthornton.comIf this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today.Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

  4. Sep 28

    Did I Completely Misunderstand 'Why Did I Get Married?' in My 20s? | The Dr. Amber Show | Ep. 11

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life. Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships. In This Episode With the newest "Why Did I Get Married?" movie finally out, I rewatched the first two — something I hadn't done in almost 20 years — and I'm breaking down every couple through a completely different lens than I had in my 20s. From Mike and Sheila to Gavin and Patricia, I'm sharing what I completely missed the first time around, what disturbs me now that I'm almost 40 and married myself, and what these fictional marriages taught me about the beliefs I used to hold about love, trust, and infidelity. ✨ Reflection Prompt: Think back to a piece of media — a movie, a show, a book — that you loved when you were younger. If you revisited it today, what do you think you'd see differently, and what would that say about how much you've grown? Ways to Work With Dr. Amber 📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-Regulation Learn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting. 🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN) An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation. 🧠 Psychological Evaluations Comprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults. 🎤 Speaking & Workshops Available for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being. 🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.com Listen Everywhere 🎧 YouTube 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify Stay Connected Instagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthornton Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershow Website: www.dramberthornton.com If this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today. Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

  5. Sep 21

    Can You Love Your Children and Still Not Enjoy Parenting? | The Dr. Amber Show | Ep. 10

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life. Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships. In This Episode Is it possible to love your children and not enjoy parenting? I'm answering that as honestly as I can, starting with a moment from about a year ago when I was up in the middle of the night, pleading with a higher power to protect my closeness with my kids because I felt like my day-to-day stress was ruining everything. From there, I'm laying it all out — the top 10 things I genuinely don't enjoy about parenting, and the top 10 things I love about my kids — because I think we need to normalize holding both at once. The love you have for your children and how much you enjoy the experience of parenting are two different things, and they were never supposed to be the same. Reflection Prompt: What would it feel like to give yourself full permission to separate how much you love your kids from how much you enjoy the day-to-day task of parenting? Ways to Work With Dr. Amber 📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-Regulation Learn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting. 🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN) An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation. 🧠 Psychological Evaluations Comprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults. 🎤 Speaking & Workshops Available for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being. 🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.com Listen Everywhere 🎧 YouTube 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify Stay Connected Instagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthornton Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershow Website: www.dramberthornton.com If this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today. Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

  6. Sep 14

    Am I Parenting My Child- or Memories of My Childhood? | The Dr. Amber Show | Ep. 9

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life. Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships. In This Episode Have you ever had a strong reaction to something your child is going through, and later realized it had almost nothing to do with them? I'm unpacking exactly that — starting with a personal story about why my son's nightly homework routine was so much harder for me than it needed to be, and what it took me back to from my own childhood. From there, I walk through five everyday moments (friendships, academic performance, sibling relationships, emotional closeness, and transitions/milestones) that tend to quietly trigger old memories for parents, and I share seven reflection questions you can come back to any time you're not sure if you're parenting the child in front of you or reparenting yourself through them. Reflection Prompt: The next time your child does something that stirs up a strong reaction in you, pause and ask: what is actually happening with my child right now — and what does this remind me of? Ways to Work With Dr. Amber 📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-Regulation Learn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting. 🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN) An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation. 🧠 Psychological Evaluations Comprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults. 🎤 Speaking & Workshops Available for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being. 🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.com Listen Everywhere 🎧 YouTube 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify Stay Connected Instagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthornton Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershow Website: www.dramberthornton.com If this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today. Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

  7. Sep 7

    Am I Ready for My Child's Next Chapter? Back to School with Ms. Monica | The Dr. Amber Show | Ep. 8

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life. Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships. In This Episode This week I'm bringing you a conversation I got to have with Ms. Monica — yes, that Ms. Monica, of "Circle Time" fame, who got so many of us through the pandemic — that originally aired live on Instagram. We talk about the big, layered feelings that come up for parents during major school transitions like kindergarten, moving up a grade, or dropping a kid off at college, why comparison and shame show up so easily in these seasons, and what it actually looks like to prepare yourself emotionally, not just your child, for what's next. ✨ Reflection Prompt: As your child moves into their next chapter, what would it look like to ask yourself, "Am I ready?" — and to give that answer as much attention as you give theirs? Ways to Work With Dr. Amber 📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-Regulation Learn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting. 🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN) An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation. 🧠 Psychological Evaluations Comprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults. 🎤 Speaking & Workshops Available for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being. 🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.com Listen Everywhere 🎧 YouTube 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify Stay Connected Instagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthornton Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershow Website: www.dramberthornton.com If this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today. Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

  8. Aug 31

    What Postpartum Mental Illness Actually Looks Like | The Dr. Amber Show | Ep. 7

    Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show—the podcast where parenting psychology meets real life.Each week, licensed psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton explores the emotional side of parenting, relationships, healing, and being human. Through thoughtful reflections, practical psychology, and honest conversations, you'll gain tools to better understand yourself so you can show up with greater intention in your life and your relationships.In This EpisodeFollowing up on our conversation about the Lindsay Clancy case, I'm walking through everything I wish more people understood about maternal mental health during the postpartum period — the real differences between baby blues, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, postpartum OCD/intrusive thoughts, bipolar disorder, and postpartum psychosis, what each one actually looks and feels like, and how to know when it's time to seek help. I also share my own experience with postpartum anxiety after the birth of my second child, and walk through three levels of care so you have a clear sense of what to do if you're ever worried about yourself or someone you love.✨ Reflection Prompt: If a frightening or unwanted thought has ever crossed your mind as a parent, what would it feel like to know that having the thought doesn't mean you're dangerous — and that support is available either way?Ways to Work With Dr. Amber📖 A Parent's Guide to Self-Regulation Learn the PCR Method and practical tools for calmer, more connected parenting.🌱 Becoming the Parent You Needed (BPYN) An 8-week transformational program for parents who want to break generational patterns and parent from a place of emotional awareness and regulation.🧠 Psychological Evaluations Comprehensive virtual ADHD, Autism, and diagnostic evaluations for children and adults.🎤 Speaking & Workshops Available for keynotes, trainings, and organizational workshops on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and psychological well-being.🌐 Learn more: www.dramberthornton.comMaternal Mental Health Resources📞 National Maternal Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) 🚨 In immediate danger or noticing a loss of contact with reality in yourself or someone else: call 911, or call/text 988Listen Everywhere🎧 YouTube 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 SpotifyStay ConnectedInstagram: www.instagram.com/dramberthornton Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedrambershow Website: www.dramberthornton.comIf this episode resonated with you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who may need it today.Thank you for being here. I'll see you next week on The Dr. Amber Show.

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Welcome to The Dr. Amber Show! Here, you're never alone in navigating life's biggest moments and toughest lessons. Join Dr. Amber Thornton, psychologist, author, & mother of two, as she explores relationships, parenting, career, mental health, and the ongoing journey of personal evolution. These conversations are sure to evoke laughter, tears, reflection, insight, and, most importantly, growth. Tune in weekly for an inspiring, informative, and thought-provoking dose of content designed to propel you further on the path to becoming the best version of yourself.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Amber Thornton
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    162
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Amber Thornton
  • Show Website
    The Dr. Amber Show

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