The Dr. Mitnaul Show

Dr. Larry Mitnaul
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Most parents think they have a screen time problem. They do not. They have a leadership gap. The Dr. Mitnaul Show is hosted by Dr. Larry Mitnaul, a double board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, national speaker, and author of The Screen Reset Playbook. Each episode is recorded live with the Be Well Community. The show does not tell you to put the phone away. It shows you what is actually happening, then gives you a system to lead before the moment falls apart. Restore your authority. Reduce daily conflict. Raise kids who can self-regulate. New episodes monthly. Visit doctormitnaul.com to learn more, read The Screen Reset Playbook, or join the Be Well Community.

  1. 08/05/2025

    The Biggest Parenting Blindspot | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul shares the transformative power of 'intentional awareness' in parenting. Drawing from his journey with seven children and countless families, he reveals the secrets to combating 'screen blindness' and fostering deep family connections. Tune in for insights and tips to improve your family life without extensive therapy or seminars. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every week with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. DOWNLOAD MY SCREEN-LESS SUMMER PARENT GUIDE: https://doctor-mitnaul-shop.fourthwall.com/ COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    9 min

  2. 07/29/2025

    Why Replacing Yourself as a Parent Is Failing Your Kids | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul breaks down how screen attachment is quietly replacing your role in your child’s life—and what you can do about it. Learn how to spot the shift, why it matters, and simple ways to reestablish real-life connection before it’s too late. A must-listen for any parent navigating the digital age. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every week with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. DOWNLOAD MY SCREEN-LESS SUMMER PARENT GUIDE: https://doctor-mitnaul-shop.fourthwall.com/ COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    7 min

  3. 07/22/2025

    The Shared Rituals That Create Long Lasting Family Connection | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul uncovers one of the most overlooked keys to strong parenting: family rituals. He explains why these simple, consistent moments aren’t just feel-good extras—they’re powerful tools that shape your child’s emotional well-being, build connection, and help your family thrive in a screen-saturated world. Learn why rituals matter more than ever, how to reclaim them in your home, and how to use them to build the connected, confident family life you’ve been craving. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every week with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. DOWNLOAD MY SCREEN-LESS SUMMER PARENT GUIDE: https://doctor-mitnaul-shop.fourthwall.com/ COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    8 min

  4. 07/15/2025

    Why Good Parenting Ideas Don't Require Force | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul busts the myth that you can raise kids in a value-free vacuum. He explains why neutrality isn’t neutral—and how avoiding values-based parenting can quietly shape your child in ways you didn’t intend. Learn how to lead with purpose, stay connected, and confidently guide your family without losing your bond. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every week with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. DOWNLOAD MY SCREEN-LESS SUMMER PARENT GUIDE: https://doctor-mitnaul-shop.fourthwall.com/ COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    7 min

  5. 07/08/2025

    3 Parenting Myths That Are Hurting Your Kids in the Digital Age | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul tackles one of the most crucial conversations for today’s parents, the hidden myths about screens and kids that quietly chip away at your influence and your child’s well-being. He unpacks three common lies many well-meaning parents believe, and why they’re more damaging than you realize. You’ll discover why “standing out” can actually help your child thrive, how much influence you really have (hint: it’s more than you think), and why early screen exposure doesn’t automatically create digital wisdom. Plus, Dr. Mitnaul shares a powerful visual that will forever shift how you think about screen time and reveals the brain science behind it all. This isn’t just about setting limits, it’s about reclaiming your confidence and leading your family with clarity. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every week with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. DOWNLOAD MY SCREEN-LESS SUMMER PARENT GUIDE: https://doctor-mitnaul-shop.fourthwall.com/ COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    8 min

  6. 07/02/2025

    How to Make Your Family's Summer Actually Count | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul shares the heart behind the Screen-Less Summer Guide — a timely blueprint for families craving less chaos and more connection. He breaks down how intentional rhythms can replace digital overwhelm and why summer is the perfect time to reset your family’s mindset. You’ll hear powerful insight on reclaiming attention, restoring peace, and creating real moments that last. It’s not just about screen limits — it’s about doing summer on purpose. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every week with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. DOWNLOAD MY SCREEN-LESS SUMMER PARENT GUIDE: https://doctor-mitnaul-shop.fourthwall.com/ COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    8 min

  7. 06/24/2025

    The Hidden Reason You're Losing Influence Over Your Kids | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul shares a powerful message every modern parent needs to hear. He unpacks how the attention economy is quietly shaping our kids and why screens are so addictive to the developing brain. You’ll learn why presence, eye contact, and shared moments matter more than ever and how to fight for your child’s heart in a digital world. It’s not just a tech talk, it’s a call to action. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every week with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. DOWNLOAD MY SCREEN-LESS SUMMER PARENT GUIDE: https://doctor-mitnaul-shop.fourthwall.com/  COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    7 min

  8. 06/17/2025

    Why Overscheduling Kids Is Quietly Breaking Families | The Dr. Mitnaul Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitnaul explores the hidden cost of overscheduling our kids and why giving them everything can sometimes mean they miss out on what matters most. He breaks down the pressure modern parents feel to perform, the weight that endless activities place on families, and the research linking packed schedules to rising anxiety and disconnection. You will walk away with one simple shift to create more unhurried moments that strengthen your relationship with your child and support the kind of growth that lasts. Parenting is the hardest job in the world now get the confidence to win at it. Join Dr. Larry Mitnaul Jr., a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and father of 7, for real parenting insights, strategies to raise confident kids, and practical tips for thriving as a family in today’s tech-driven world. New episodes every Tuesday with bite sized thoughtful parenting strategies made to meet you where you are. COME SAY HI:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH OUR SPONSORS: ⁠⁠⁠Bark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be Well Collective Apparel⁠⁠⁠NEXT STEPS: ⁠⁠⁠Have a question for the show?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up For My Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Waitlist For My Upcoming Book "Like, Share, Follow"

    7 min
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Most parents think they have a screen time problem. They do not. They have a leadership gap. The Dr. Mitnaul Show is hosted by Dr. Larry Mitnaul, a double board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, national speaker, and author of The Screen Reset Playbook. Each episode is recorded live with the Be Well Community. The show does not tell you to put the phone away. It shows you what is actually happening, then gives you a system to lead before the moment falls apart. Restore your authority. Reduce daily conflict. Raise kids who can self-regulate. New episodes monthly. Visit doctormitnaul.com to learn more, read The Screen Reset Playbook, or join the Be Well Community.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Larry Mitnaul
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
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    © 2026 The Dr. Mitnaul Show
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