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RFI 360Eli R.Lebowitz oferă părinților un ghid validat științific, în lupta cu anxietățile copilăriei"Copilul meu se confruntă cu anxietatea. Mă puteți ajuta?" Este o întrebare al cărui răspuns este căutat tot mai des de părinții de copii și adolescenți. "Ajută-ți copilul să scape de anxietate" propune o schimbare în reacțiile adulților – nu cu presiune asupra copilului, ci cu acceptare și încredere. Vorbim despre o nouă apariție editorială, un ghid bazat pe știință, creat pentru părinții care vor să fie sprijin real, nu sursă de stres. Invitata emisiunii RFI360, psiholog Oana Niculae. Cartea "Ajută-ți copilul să scape de anxietate" oferă un pr...
2026-02-1119 min
The OCD ConfessionalWhen Your Child Has OCD: Tools for Parents with Dr. Eli LebowitzSend us a textParents have been asking for this episode—so we made it happen. In this powerful conversation, we talk with Dr. Eli Lebowitz, a Yale psychology professor and creator of SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), a groundbreaking parent-based treatment for childhood OCD and anxiety.Instead of focusing on changing a child’s behavior directly, SPACE teaches parents how to stop accommodating OCD while still showing support, love, and care.We explore: 🧠 How childhood OCD shows up 🚫 What “accommod...
2025-12-161h 07
WebTalkRadio.netParental Anxiety with Dr. AshleyLicensed psychologist, author and TedX speaker, Dr. Ashley meets with Bryce Hamilton LSCSW to discuss parental anxiety and how it affects children. They talk about how to be mindful of your anxiety, tell the difference between productive and unproductive worry, and how anxiety as parents may impact or be projected onto our children.
They discuss telling the difference between anxiety and intuition, the significance of anxiety as a hereditary trait, and how to help manage situations that may cause anxiety for parent and/or child. They also talk about OCD and share tips and resources for helping manag...
2025-11-1852 min
AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & AnxietyThe Do’s and Don’ts of Pulling Back OCD AccommodationsWhen your child struggles with OCD, it’s natural to want to ease their distress, but those well-meaning “helping” moments can actually feed OCD’s control. In this episode, Natasha breaks down how to pull back accommodations safely and effectively, without creating unnecessary conflict or fear.You’ll learn:What OCD accommodations really are and how they sneak into daily routinesWhy reducing them helps your child gain long-term confidenceHow to involve your child in the processWhat to do (and not do) when emotions run highHow to stay consistent and supportive as your child builds resiliencePulling ba...
2025-11-0441 min
Securely AttachedQ&A: How can I help my 4-year-old feel less scared of Halloween?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... - Why Halloween can feel scary for preschoolers and what's happening developmentally as they work through the difference between what's real and pretend. - Strategies you can use to help your child feel safe and confident around spooky decorations, costumes, and trick-or-treating. - A simple tip you can start doing now to help your child understand that masks and costumes are just pretend. - How to prepare your child ahead of t...
2025-10-1619 min
The Self-Driven ChildYour Child Is Ready For College. Are You?Hey folks, Ned here! In this episode, I sit down once again with my friend and co-author Dr. Bill Stixrud for a candid, real-world conversation not just about whether your kid is ready for college—but whether you are too. While we’ve talked before about student readiness, today we focus on the parent side of the equation.We dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of sending a kid off to college—especially that first semester. From managing your own stress and expectations to shifting your role from fixer to consultant, we cover the principles that help young...
2025-09-0245 min
College and Career ClarityIs It Normal Anxiety—or More? A Guide for Parents with Zack SchaferIn this episode, Lisa and Zack discuss:Understanding the difference between everyday anxiety and an anxiety disorderThe role of technology and social media in contributing to Gen Z anxietyEvidence-based treatment approaches, including exposure therapyParenting strategies to support anxious teens without reinforcing fearKey Takeaways: Anxiety can be defined as an overestimation of threat and an underestimation of one’s ability to cope, and it becomes a disorder when it causes significant dysfunction in daily life.Technology use often serves as a “medication” for uncertainty, providing short-term relief but contributing to worsening anxiety...
2025-08-2640 min
Heart To Heart CollaborationsEp 12: When Helping Hurts: Rethinking How We Support Anxious KidsWhat if the loving ways we try to help our anxious children are actually making things worse? In this eye-opening episode, we unpack the powerful insights from Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD by Dr. Eli Lebowitz. Learn why well-meaning parental “accommodation” often feeds the anxiety cycle—and how a new approach rooted in support, not rescue, can lead to real change. We explore the science behind the SPACE program (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), share relatable examples, and offer practical strategies you can begin using today. If you’ve ever felt stuck between comforting your child and feel...
2025-08-0741 minSecurely AttachedQ&A: Is my child anxious or just sensitive? Or could it be both?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... Regardless of whether your child is experiencing sensory sensitivities or anxiety, our goal is the same - helping you define exactly what that goal is. Where do anxiety and sensory sensitivities overlap? (Spoiler: A lot of this boils down to nervous system regulation.) How you can help your child understand what their unique triggers are and the tools and strategies that can help them navigate these without so much distress. What t...
2025-07-3115 min
Nimble YouthEpisode 16: Strategies for Parenting Children with Anxiety and OCDThis episode explores how to help kids with anxiety and OCD by changing not their behavior—but the parent’s. Our conversation centers around Dr. Eli Lebowitz's book, Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD.
2025-07-2823 min
Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica HochmanEp 194: Breaking Free of childhood Anxiety and OCD: A conversation about SPACE! with Dr Eli LiebowitzSend us a textAnxiety is the most common mental health challenge kids face—and it doesn’t just affect them, it impacts the whole family. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Eli Lebowitz, the clinical psychologist behind the SPACE program (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), about how parents can help reduce their child’s anxiety—not by changing their kids, but by changing their own responses. We discuss how accommodation and overprotection can backfire, what supportive parenting really looks like, and why this parent-based model is so empowering. Whether your child has a formal anxiety...
2025-07-2355 minSecurely AttachedQ&A: Where's the line between supporting my child and feeding their anxiety?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... What "scaffolding" and "accommodations" actually mean, where they differ, and where they overlap. Why the exact same parenting move can either build your child's confidence or unintentionally undermine your intentions, and the simple trick to figure out which one you're doing! How your child's discomfort plays a role in how you respond to them, and the important information that can reveal to us as parents. A real-life example of the difference bet...
2025-06-2622 minSecurely AttachedThe neuroscience of control: Helping kids cope with stress and become self-driven with Dr. William StixrudClinical neuropsychologist and co-author of The Self-Driven Child, Dr. William Stixrud joins me for a powerful conversation about how we can raise confident, resilient kids by helping them feel a greater sense of control, without giving up our role as parents. Together we explore: Why a low sense of control is one of the most stressful experiences a child (or adult) can have, and how we can support our kids in feeling more agentful in their lives. How secure attachment and autonomy are deeply connected—and why attachment must co...
2025-06-2455 min
Play2Learn PodcastA Parenting Guide to Navigating Childhood Anxiety with Guest Barb ShepardIn this episode, Kelly & Alex speak with Barb Shepard, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in pediatric OCD and anxiety. They discuss the nature of anxiety, particularly in children, and how it manifests in various situations. Barb shares insights on recognizing clinical anxiety versus typical childhood worries, strategies for parents to manage anxiety at home, and the importance of fostering resilience and bravery in children. The conversation emphasizes the role of parents in modeling healthy coping mechanisms and the significance of providing support and understanding to children facing anxiety.Email: therapy@barbshepardcounseling.com
2025-06-2038 minSecurely AttachedQ&A: My toddler is otherwise potty trained, but still won't poop on the potty - what can I do?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... Why potty training blends both physiological and psychological factors and how parents can wrap their head around both to best support your child. How parents can understand the biological-psychological feedback loop and how this can affect your child's body and mind. How to get on the same page when there are multiple caregivers and providers who spend time with your child. Exactly what to be tracking to help you get to the root of...
2025-06-1226 minSecurely AttachedQ&A: Is it possible to wean my strong-willed one-year-old off breastfeeding without damaging our bond?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... There is no correlation between a baby who self-weans and the development of a secure attachment. You're going to piss off your kids a lot… that's totally normal and doesn't mean that they won't form a strong and healthy attachment to you. It makes sense your child wants what feels good to them, but that doesn't necessarily mean that what they want is also what they need. Helpful Hint: When your chil...
2025-06-0525 min
The Coping PodcastHelping Kids Cope: Expert Strategies for Anxiety, OCD, and Mental WellnessDr. Leigh Weisz is the Founder of Coping Partners, a mental health clinic. As a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice, she was on staff and affiliated with The Family Institute at Northwestern University for several years. She has experience working with children, adolescents, families, and individual adults in areas such as child and adolescent family therapy, grief and loss, and relationship issues. Dr. Weisz earned her graduate degree in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology with a specialty in children and families. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and Spanish from the...
2025-05-0807 minSecurely AttachedQ&A: My 8-year-old is suddenly refusing to go to school, how should I handle this?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... Not all school refusal looks the same. Learn how to recognize the different types and when it's time to seek extra support. Understanding the science of anxiety and how these feelings can actually create physical symptoms like tummy aches or headaches. Strategies for getting to the root cause of what may be causing your child's school refusal so you can address the actual source of the problem. What i...
2025-05-0127 minSecurely AttachedWhen your child has a chronic illness: Navigating challenges, fostering autonomy, and managing anxiety with Dr. Kate HertsWhen your child has a chronic illness, it doesn't just impact their physical health—it can touch every corner of their life and yours. But the signs that something deeper is going on aren't always as obvious as you'd think. In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Kate Herts and I dive into the emotional, behavioral, and practical complexities of parenting a child with a chronic illness—from the confusing early symptoms to the long road toward diagnosis, and everything in between. Together we explore: - The surprising ways chronic illness can show u...
2025-04-2249 min
Neurodiversity PodcastThere's Much More to OCD Than You ThinkToday, Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes Natalia Aíza, a therapist and advocate, to talk about the complexities of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). They debunk common myths and misconceptions, and talk about what OCD actually is. It's important to understand the OCD cycle, be able to identify the various types of OCD, and understand how it often coexists with other neurodivergent conditions like ADHD and autism. They also talk about the impact of reassurance seeking, the nuances of Just Right OCD, and the challenges of school refusal. The conversation includes insights into how parents and therapists can better support individuals with OCD, a...
2025-03-2037 minSecurely AttachedQ&A: How can I help my child who's scared every small injury is an emergency?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... - What to do when your reassurances to your child doesn't help soothe their anxiety. - A sample script of the type of thing you can say (and wait to try to avoid saying) to help your child believe that they can cope with the feeling of anxiety. - When our good intentions go bad - some of the most common "mistakes" parents make when navigating their child's anxiety....
2025-03-2025 min
The Joyful LifeEpisode 33: Acceptance + ConfidenceToday's small and simple tip comes from Eli Lebowitz's book "Breaking Free of Child Anxiety."
2025-03-1406 min
The Best of the Week"How Can I Help My Child with Anxiety?" (Marriage Unhindered)Alright, folks, grab a cup of coffee (or a stress ball... your call), because Doug Hinderer just recorded an episode of Marriage Unhindered that every Catholic parent needs to hear. He sits down with the brilliant Dr. Johann D'Souza to tackle a massive problem: anxiety in kids and teens. The Anxiety Epidemic: What’s Going On? 😨📱 Doug kicks things off with some shocking stats: ✅ 30% of kids aged 12-17 struggle with anxiety. 😳 ✅ 1 in 5 kids has experienced anxiety symptoms in the past two weeks. ✅ Thanks to sm...
2025-02-0615 min
TILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenHelp for Childhood Anxiety and OCD with Dr. Eli LebowitzClinical psychologist Dr Eli Lebowitz talks about his new book "Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents."
2025-01-0741 min
Accidental Experts with Bryce HamiltonAnxiety Solutions for Children & Teens with Dr. Eli Lebowitz PhDChildhood anxiety and OCD treatment expert and proprietor of SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), Dr. Eli Lebowitz PhD, joins Bryce Hamilton LCSW to discuss childhood anxiety and anxiety related problems. His program is a parent-based treatment for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related concerns. In this episode, Dr. Lebowitz shares what […] The post Anxiety Solutions for Children & Teens with Dr. Eli Lebowitz PhD appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
2024-12-1049 min
Accidental Experts with Bryce HamiltonAnxiety Solutions for Children & Teens with Dr. Eli Lebowitz PhD
Childhood anxiety and OCD treatment expert and proprietor of SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), Dr. Eli Lebowitz PhD, joins Bryce Hamilton LCSW to discuss childhood anxiety and anxiety related problems. His program is a parent-based treatment for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related concerns. Subscribe with your favorite podcast playerApple PodcastsAndroidRSS
In this episode, Dr. Lebowitz shares what he’s learned in his research and through his program and gives advice on how parents can help their children identify and manage their anxiety. He explains when to seek professional help, and...
2024-12-1049 min
Parenting For The PresentEli Lebowitz - Supporting Parents Part 2We are back with Eli Lebowitz on another incredible Parenting for the Present episode. Today, we hit some very important topics. We hit on acceptance and confidence and how kids with anxiety may be seeing their parents as anxious. Lebowitz catches us up on how he has been training therapists to deal with situations and encouraging parents to talk about problems and get the help they need. He emphasizes the importance of community for kids and parents to know they don't have to suffer alone.
2024-11-2446 min
Raising Good HumansFrom Sleeping in Their Own Beds to Ordering at Restaurants: How to Stop Rescuing Our Kids from Anxiety So They Can Learn to Rescue Themselves-- Part 2 w/ Dr. Eli LebowitzWe’re back for part two with the Yale Child Study Center's Anxiety and Mood Disorders Program, Dr. Eli Lebowitz. Today we dive deep into the fine line between supporting our kids and over-accommodating their anxiety. We go through scenarios like kids sleeping in their own beds, to building confidence in social situations like ordering at a restaurant. We also dive into family systems, and how to manage anxiety within them. IWROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rM...
2024-11-1553 minRaising Good HumansEverything You Need to Know to Help Kids Manage their Anxiety with Renowned Yale Psychologist Dr. Eli LebowitzIn today's episode I sit down with child and adolescent psychologist and director of the Yale Child Study Center's Anxiety and Mood Disorders Program, Dr. Eli Lebowitz. We dive into everything you need to know about anxiety in children. We explore what anxiety looks like—from everyday worries to more severe cases—and tackle the delicate balance between being a supportive parent and inadvertently accommodating a child’s fears. Using powerful metaphors, Dr. Lebowitz helps us understand how to recognize and respond to anxiety in ways that truly empower our kids.I WROTE MY FIRST BO...
2024-11-0856 min
Take TWO: A Dose of Mental WellnessTips for Parenting an Anxious Child: Practicing SPACE TreatmentIn this episode Lindsay and Stacy discuss SPACE (Supportive Parenting For Anxious Childhood Emotions), a PARENT based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD and related problems. This framework is unique because children do not have to attend SPACE sessions but they are considered the patients. We breakdown the SPACE process and discuss: -Why the SPACE program is empowering for parents. -The two main changes that parents need to make when responding to their anxious kids in order to reduce accommodation. -How accommodations from parents can maintain or increase a child’s anxiety. ...
2024-11-0536 min
The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) podcastSelf-Led Parenting with Susan Bauerfeld and Chris ParrottIn this episode I chat with Chris Parrott and Susan Bauerfeld about parental anxiety and Self-led parenting. They offer practical advice for parents struggling to regulate their emotions and remain present with their kids, and for IFS practitioners working with parents and families. Chris and Susan are co-presenting a session at next week's 2024 IFS Annual Conference titled, Get Your Shift Together: Self-Led Parenting in a Culture Shaped by Worried Parts, which I'm super excited about. Key Takeaways: Worry pulls attention inward, creating disconnection from the present moment. How can parents shift from worry to...
2024-10-1947 min
FearCast Podcast#201- SPACE Treatment With Natalia Aiza, LPC
Today’s episode is all about SPACE Treatment! Natalia Aiza, LPC, joined me to talk about her expertise using SPACE, or Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions, to help adolescents and parents better address anxiety and OCD. Natalia went through the treatment method, discusses how it differs from traditional Exposure and Response Prevention Treatment, addresses resistant children and teens and their resistant parents, how to address accommodation, and how to successfully end treatment. This was a wonderful interview with a ton of great and usable information.
For more information about SPACE:
https://www.spacetreatment.net
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2024-10-1457 minSecurely AttachedQ&A: How can I help my child overcome a phobia?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... - What is a phobia, and how can it show up (like, for this 7-year-old who developed a fear of vomiting after having a stomach bug) in kids? - How to recognize when your child's phobia or anxiety might require additional support versus when soothing and comfort may be enough to help them through their discomfort. - When to treat child anxiety or phobias with CBT and when...
2024-10-0328 minSecurely AttachedTemperament, personality, and parenting: What you do (and don't) have control over as a parent with Dr. Koraly Pérez-EdgarHow can you honor who your child is while still equipping them with the tools they need to thrive in our fast-paced world? That's exactly what I'm talking about with my guest, McCourtney Professor of Child Studies and Professor of Psychology at Penn State, Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar. In this episode, we dive into: - What temperament actually is from a psychological standpoint (it's probably not what you think it is!) and the factors professionals use to measure and map it out. - What...
2024-09-171h 02
The Momentum Parenting PodcastEpisode 1.20: Accommodating Anxiety- What Does That Even Mean?In this episode of the Momentum Parenting Podcast, Dr. Roseanne Lesack and Dr. Jill Wilson discuss the challenges of anxiety in younger children. They highlight the work of Dr. Eli Lebowitz from the Yale Child Study Center, focusing on his SPACE program (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions). The hosts explore how parents can support their children's anxiety without reinforcing it, sharing practical insights and personal anecdotes. They also emphasize the importance of a tailored approach and provide resources for further support.
References:
Website for SPACE treatment: https://www.spacetreatment.net/
Lebowitz, E...
2024-09-0920 min
Kolbecast219 The Upside of Anxiety with Dr. Kevin MajeresAMDG. Catholic psychiatrist Dr. Kevin Majeres rejoins the Kolbecast for a discussion on anxiety: one of the most common, but also most misunderstood, emotions. Working from the definition that anxiety is an urge to avoid challenge, Dr. Majeres describes how he helps his clients live by ideals that they freely commit to rather than living under the control of their past; explains how you don’t defeat things by forgetting them, but by building new things; and alludes to how mindfulness plus metaphysics equals contemplation.
Kolbecast episodes mentioned & relevant:
188 Dr. Kevin Majeres Sees Challenges as Opportunities
185 Develop...
2024-08-0755 min
Kapierfehler - Neurodivergenz und Schule61 - Selektiver Mutismus - JuliaWie gibt man Kindern, die nicht sprechen können, eine Stimme? In dieser bewegenden Episode spreche ich mit Julia, einer Expertin für selektiven Mutismus, über die vielfältigen Facetten dieser oft missverstandenen Kommunikationsstörung. Gemeinsam beleuchten wir die Herausforderungen, die betroffene Kinder in der Schule und im Alltag erleben und welche Unterstützungsmöglichkeiten für sie und ihre Familien existieren. Julia teilt ihre einzigartige Perspektive und Biografie, die durch ihr Aufwachsen in einer inklusiven Gemeinschaft geprägt wurde.Vor allem in den Bereichen Kindergarten und Schule zeigen sich die Schwierigkeiten von nicht sprechenden Kindern und Jugendlic...
2024-07-081h 50
Disrupt Yourself Podcast with Whitney Johnson375 Steve Lebowitz and Eli Manning: The Plays, On And Off The Field, That Make Private Equity A Little KinderThink of a relationship in your life that you'd describe as a true partnership. Why did that person come to mind? There are words and phrases that come easily when you're describing a partnership that works: feeling supported, encouraged, the sense that when I have my back turned, you've still got my back. So where do those feelings come from, and how do we solidify them? How can we grow a new relationship into a partnership? How do you pick the people you can trust? Today we've got two guests that are partners on paper, a...
2024-05-3153 min
Daf Yomi with R’ Eli Stefansky (MDY)Daf Yomi Bava Metzia Daf 92 by R’ Eli Stefansky00:00 - Good Morning
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00:26 - Guests
00:51 - Emails
04:38 - MDYsponsor.com
06:02 - Introduction
06:48 - Amud Beis
18:34 - Amud Aleph
45:27 - Amud Beis
54:42 - Have a Wonderful Day
Quiz - http://Kahoot.8MinDaf.com
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2024-05-3055 minSecurely AttachedPicky eating, ARFID, and SPACE: How a new anxiety treatment can help your child be more flexible around food with Dr. Yaara ShimshoniReduce stress around mealtimes and help your child be more flexible with what they eat! Joining me today is Dr. Yaara Shimshoni, a clinical psychologist and a clinical assistant professor at the Yale School of Medicine, Child Study Center. We'll explore the complexities of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and its distinction from typical picky eating. Yaara will detail how this severe eating disorder impacts children's health and social lives, and offer practical strategies for parents to reduce stress around mealtimes, encourage flexibility in eating habits, and break the cycle of...
2024-05-2856 min
Podsitivity podcast with eli weberHow to create your own system with Rachel LebowitzTalking about systems in business and in relationships
2024-05-281h 07
INspired INsider PodcastParent Guide to Helping Your Anxious Child (Plus Magic Tip To Avoid Three Hours of Tuck-in Time)Dr. Eli Lebowitz is a renowned expert in the field of childhood and adolescent anxiety and serves as the Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center. His expertise includes extensive research on the development, neurobiology, and treatment of anxiety and related disorders, with a focus on how generations and families influence these conditions. Dr. Eli developed SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), a pioneering parent-based treatment program for childhood and adolescent anxiety. This method — proven effective in randomized controlled trials — shifts the focus from children to parents, helping them modify thei...
2024-04-0355 min
The Sleep EditTackling Anxiety and Sleep Issues in Children: A Psychologist's PerspectiveIn this episode, Dr. Canapari and Arielle welcome their first guest, pediatric psychologist Dr. Danielle Garay from the Yale Pediatric Sleep Program to discuss the role of psychology in treating children's sleep difficulties, focusing on anxiety, nighttime fears, tantrums, and separation anxiety. Important Sections:[00:03:09] The role of a psychologist in the care of children with sleep difficulties[00:07:47] Discussion on temperament and its relevance to sleep difficulties[00:10:12] Advice for dealing with nighttime fears in children[00:17:56] Managing nighttime tantrums in toddlers and preschoolers[00:39:49] Explanation of separation anxiety and its manifestation at night[00:44:58] Understanding accommodations and their role in m...
2024-03-191h 01Securely AttachedQ&A: How do I know when my child's anxiety requires a mental health intervention?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 1:52 - When is it appropriate to seek help from a mental health professional to help your child manage their anxiety and fears? 4:40 - How to identify the difference between our child's natural desire for information versus a desire for us to soothe their anxiety. 8:45 - Addressing concepts like death with your child is difficult because it is a scary thing for adults to confront too...
2024-02-1521 min
Happiness through Hardship112. Julie Lythcott-Haims: A Conversation about Raising AdultsOver the past decade, parenting has undergone profound transformations. In today's episode of "Happiness Through Hardship" - The Podcast, Julie Lythcott-Haims, a distinguished educator, bestselling author featured in The New York Times, renowned speaker, and activist, offers valuable insights into navigating the challenges of modern parenthood with the aim of nurturing resilient adults. Drawing from her extensive experience as a former Stanford University Dean, Julie explores the pivotal role caregivers play in their children's lives and examines the possibility of reversing the trend of "helicopter parenting." Tune in as Julie dives into the importance of embracing life's setbacks, fostering independent...
2024-02-1346 min
WCBS 880 All LocalParents more involved in their adult childrens' livesA majority of parents say they have close, healthy and fulfilling relationships with their grown children. Newsline with Brigitte Quinn spoke with Eli Lebowitz, Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center, about the trend.
2024-02-1204 minDaf Yomi with R’ Eli Stefansky (MDY)Daf Yomi Bava Kama Daf 91 by R’ Eli Stefansky00:00 - Good Morning00:13 - Such Simcha!03:16 - R' Yiddy03:29 - MDYsponsor.com07:07 - Amud Beis11:18 - Amud Aleph38:44 - Amud Beis53:18 - Have a Wonderful DayQuiz - http://Kahoot.8MinDaf.com--Today's shiur is sponsoredFor the unity of Am Yisrael&in the memory of Binyomin Airley from anonymous in Manchester who joined the shiur at the beginning of Sotah&Shprintzy and Avrumie Gross: לע"נ The yahrzeits of our Father's, שלמה זלמן בן יצחק אייזיק ז"ל & בנימין אייזיק בן צבי הירש הכהן ז"ל&לע״נ זכריה בן משהלע״נ חיה בת יוסף&Ahron Fraiman: It should be a zechus to R Eli for continued siyadta dishmaya in teaching Torah to Klal Yisroel!&Y...
2024-02-0153 min
The Ultimate Mindset Change PodcastHelp My Child is Anxious!- Interview with Dr. Eli LebowitzIf your child is anxious, you need to listen to this.
Paul is joined by Dr. Eli Lebowitz to discuss anxiety in children and how parents can support their anxious children. Dr. Lebowitz, a psychologist and professor at the Yale Child Study Center, shares his expertise on child anxiety and the impact of family dynamics on anxiety disorders.
He discusses the fact that parents should not blame themselves for their child's anxiety and highlights the importance of a supportive stance towards anxiety. Dr. Lebowitz also addresses common accommodations parents make for anxious children and offers...
2024-01-111h 04AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & AnxietyPSP 345: Balancing Act of Pulling Back Anxiety & OCD AccommodationsWhen our child has anxiety or OCD, we are often providing some accommodations that inadvertently grow the problem. As we learn about anxiety and OCD, we also learn about the importance of pulling back those accommodations. This is not a black and white process. It takes time, it takes judgment and it takes discernment in the moment.In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast I talk about accommodations, how they grow anxiety and OCD and how to systematically pull back accommodations over time, while having discernment for what your child can handle.Want mo...
2023-12-1935 minThe Coping PodcastParent Guide To Helping Your Anxious Child (Plus Magic Tip To Avoid 3 Hours of Tuck in Time)Dr. Eli Lebowitz is a renowned expert in the field of childhood and adolescent anxiety and serves as the Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center. His expertise includes extensive research on the development, neurobiology, and treatment of anxiety and related disorders, with a focus on how generations and families influence these conditions. Dr. Eli developed SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), a pioneering parent-based treatment program for childhood and adolescent anxiety. This method — proven effective in randomized controlled trials — shifts the focus from children to parents, helping them modify thei...
2023-11-1654 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Breaking Free of Anxiety and OCD with Eli Lebowitz, PhD – ReReleaseThis podcast will focus on how to talk to kids about anxiety and OCD. Dr. Robyn Silverman interviews Dr. Eli Lebowtiz about the key to helping kids cope with their anxious behavior—acceptance and confidence. This podcast provides many scripts and strategies for parents and educators.
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2023-09-1958 minThe Self-Driven ChildNavigating Childhood Anxiety: Insights from Eli LebowitzIn today’s episode of The Self-Driven Child, I interview Eli Lebowitz, the creator of the concept SPACE, or Supportive Parenting of Anxious Childhood Emotions. He is helping parents and kids break the cycle of chronic stress. We discuss how to help our kids cope with uncertainty or a lack of control over situations. I’m so excited to share this conversation with you – Bill and I are huge fans of Eli’s work, and we feel so fortunate to spread the word about the SPACE concept. I hope you enjoy it! Timestamps:[2:48] Why he wrote...
2023-07-0459 min
Death, Sex & MoneyCan You Help Your Kid’s Anxiety By Changing Your Behavior?Kids look to their parents to keep them safe and to show them how much risk they can handle, but parents are often winging it as they walk that line. In this episode, Anna talks to Alexis, a parent of an 8 year-old with an anxiety disorder, about how she learned to adjust her parenting through a parent-focused therapy program directed by Dr. Eli Lebowitz, author of Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents, who also talks to Anna about his approach.
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2023-06-2835 min
Parenting the Mental Health GenerationAnxious kids? Here’s A Therapy Program Just For Parents If your child is struggling with anxiety, finding them a therapist is often a great option, but it’s certainly not the only one. Sometimes, effective help comes from therapy for parents. In this episode of Parenting the Mental Health Generation, Amy and Lisa talk with Niki Aquino, LCSW, Mind Chicago, about SPACE: Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions.So put in your earbuds, take this 30 minutes for you and join our conversation because mental health matters.SHOW NOTES:MIND ChicagoEli Lebowitz TedX Talk (founder of SPACE Therapy) ...
2023-03-2833 min
Neurodiversity PodcastWhat To Do When Kids Worry (encore)Parents often struggle with helping their children manage anxiety. Dr. Eli Lebowitz of Yale University joins us to talk about his research and work with children and their parents on managing anxiety and OCD. He's also developed a program to teach parents how to help their children with anxiety, and to help therapists learn new therapy techniques. To register for SPACE, submit your information through this portal. For more details, head to Neurodiversity University. ABOUT THE GUEST - Professor Eli Lebowitz studies and treats childhood and adolescent anxiety at the Yale Child Study Center. His...
2023-03-0244 min
Inside the Children's HospitalEpisode 158 | Kristen's Story - Licensed Family Therapist - Anxiety in ChildrenOn today's episode, Katie meets with Kristen McNeely, a Licensed family therapist who is in expert on Anxiety in Children. Kristen shares the importance of how we respond to anxiety as parents and caregivers, helping children understand what anxiety is and how we can help them navigate their feelings. This episode is full of ways to support your child through anxious moments and knowing when to get them help. [4:12] Kristen introduces herself [5:45] Seeing more behavior disorders that are manifesting as anxiety [7:15] Your child's anxiety is not your fault [7:45] The way we...
2023-03-0125 minInside the Children's HospitalEpisode 158 | Kristen's Story - Licensed Family Therapist - Anxiety in ChildrenOn today's episode, Katie meets with Kristen McNeely, a Licensed family therapist who is in expert on Anxiety in Children. Kristen shares the importance of how we respond to anxiety as parents and caregivers, helping children understand what anxiety is and how we can help them navigate their feelings. This episode is full of ways to support your child through anxious moments and knowing when to get them help. [4:12] Kristen introduces herself [5:45] Seeing more behavior disorders that are manifesting as anxiety [7:15] Your child's anxiety is not your fault [7:45] The way we...
2023-03-0125 min
Neurodiversity PodcastSurviving in a Digital WorldThe technology world is changing quickly. For confirmation, look no further than ChatGPT. Parents, teachers, and mental health professionals are rushing to determine where to draw new lines, and which lines to erase, so that kids are able to safely utilize resources and entertainment. Also, what is okay to post publicly? How can kids cope with FOMO (fear of missing out)? How can we help them deal with anxiety when they see the highly filtered lives of others on social media? Dr. Devorah Heitner is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World, and...
2023-02-0931 min
Parenting with ImpactEp 095: What's Different About a 2E Kid?Debbie Steinberg Kuntz is a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Bright & Quirky. When she started her family counseling practice a decade ago, she had no idea this would be her specialty. But her sons, now teenagers, had some unique strengths and challenges that she dove deeply into understanding.Debbie learned that they were ‘2e’ or ‘twice exceptional,’ meaning they are smart and also have unique brain wiring that makes accessing those smarts at times challenging. As she researched and found solutions for them, she started to share the learning with families in her private practice near Seattle. You may k...
2023-02-0127 min
Sage FamilyChildhood Anxiety with Dr. Eli Lebowitz“It’s a great thing to always have someone to rescue you, but to always need to be rescued is such a vulnerable way to live, such a limiting way to live. You don’t want your child to feel like they always need to be rescued.” Dr. Eli Lebowitz joins me in today’s episode about childhood anxiety. He studies and treats childhood anxiety at the Yale Child Study Center and through his SPACE program and Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD book. We discuss why accommodations can be problematic, what true support looks like...
2023-01-171h 07
Rolling with the Punches with Rabbi Eli PortalE 24: From the Rabbi's Desk (Season 2 Finale) with Rabbi Aryeh LebowitzRabbi Moshe Feinstein is quoted as saying "Being an Orthodox rabbi means being a servant of God and a servant of the community. It is a role of great responsibility and great honor."
In this episode, we will hear from one of the great Mechanchim and Rabbanim of our generation; Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz. We discuss his experiences in these dual roles of Educator and Spiritual leader, including the rewards and the challenges he faces on a daily basis. We will also discuss the range of social and emotional experiences that come with being a Rav and how...
2023-01-062h 11
The NVR PodcastNVR Podcast season 2 episode #23 "when cases are tough"Peter Jakob and Rachael Aylmer have discussions about practitioners working on cases that are tough. It is farewell from me (Rachael) as I hand over to my colleagues Shila Desai and Jill Lubienski for season 3. Thank you for listening to my ramblings. Please check out the PP website for info on: Eli Lebowitz who is coming to the UK to deliver the first face-to-face training in the S.P.A.C.E model in London 17th & 18th of April and Birmingham 20th & 21st of April 2023 Please check the NVR Association website for:The...
2022-12-1321 min
Breaking the Rules: A Clinician's Guide to Treating OCDFamilial influences on anxiety and OCDDr Eli Lebowitz is an Associate Professor from Yale University who studies and treats childhood and adolescent anxiety. Eli is also the Program for Anxiety Disorders Director at the Yale Child Study Centre. His research focuses on the development, neurobiology, and treatment of anxiety, but his passion lies in exploring cross-generational and family influences on anxiety and related disorders. In today's episode, Eli shares some ways clinicians can support parents if their children are diagnosed with OCD. He also details some of the reasons we might be getting it wrong in supporting families and explains how the...
2022-11-2141 min
Bloomberg Business of SportsFormer Giants QB Eli Manning and Brand Velocity GroupIn a special edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports Podcast, host Michael Barr presents an exclusive conversation with former NY Giants QB Eli Manning. The two-time Super Bowl champion is a partner with investment firm Brand Velocity Group and is joined by Brand Velocity Group Founding and Managing Partner Steve Lebowitz to discuss the firm's goals, as well as the changing landscape of sports consumption, streaming, and sports betting. They spoke with Bloomberg Radio hosts Matt Miller and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-1814 minBloomberg Business of SportsFormer Giants QB Eli Manning and Brand Velocity GroupIn a special edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports Podcast, host Michael Barr presents an exclusive conversation with former NY Giants QB Eli Manning. The two-time Super Bowl champion is a partner with investment firm Brand Velocity Group and is joined by Brand Velocity Group Founding and Managing Partner Steve Lebowitz to discuss the firm's goals, as well as the changing landscape of sports consumption, streaming, and sports betting. They spoke with Bloomberg Radio hosts Matt Miller and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-1814 minSecurely AttachedSupportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE): How a new treatment for childhood anxiety and OCD is revolutionizing care with Dr. Eli Lebowitz Human evolution is incredible. We come out of the womb knowing that our greatest chance of survival is to attach to a primary caretaker who will keep us safe. And that innate wisdom is what motivates children to seek closeness and connection to their secure base. When children suffer from an anxiety disorder the threat detector in their brain is on overdrive and more and more they rely on their parents to protect and soothe them. And while parents have the best intentions, this interpersonal dance can actually serve to increase the severity a...
2022-10-1151 min
Simple FamiliesChild Anxiety, Part II: Parenting Styles ft. Niro FelicianoChild anxiety rates are on the rise, therefore, it's a topic that feels familiar to many parents. Last week I discussed child anxiety with expert Dr. Eli Lebowitz. In today's episode, I'm joined by fellow mom and mental health professional Niro Feliciano. We are answering questions submitted by listeners on the interaction of parenting styles and child anxiety.Links from this Episode
Child Anxiety, Part I ft. Dr. Eli Lebowitz
Niro’s Website
This Book Won’t Make You Happy: Eight Keys to Finding True Contentment
All Things Life with Niro Podcast
Simple Families Podcast Episode 298 - Ac...
2022-07-2658 min
Simple FamiliesChild Anxiety, Part I ft. Dr. Eli LebowitzChild anxiety is a topic on the mind of millions across the world. I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Eli Lebowitz about his innovative Space Treatment method, which he outlines in his new book Breaking Free of Child Anxiety & OCD. This method of treating anxiety in children is unique in that it works solely with the child's parents, and is shown to be as effective as working with the child.Professor Lebowitz studies and treats childhood and adolescent anxiety at the Yale Child Study Center. His research focuses on the development, neurobiology, and treatment of anxiety...
2022-07-1954 min
LF HK MedicastGenetika a včelí bádáníVítejte u druhého dílu LF HK Medicastu. I tentokráte se budeme věnovat významnému českému badateli, Johannu Gregorovi Mendlovi, který je známý především jako zakladatel genetiky, ale ve skutečnosti byl nesmírně všestrannou osobností a významně přispěl k rozvoji hned několika oblastí. S každým dílem se přibližujeme dvoustému výročí od Mendlova narození a dozvídáme se víc nejenom o něm, ale i o zajímavých osobnostech naší fakulty, které sdílí stejné zájmy a nadšení.
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2022-07-1335 min
Parenting teenagers untangled. 🏆 Your Weekly HugWhat No One Tells You About Teens and Anxiety.Ask Rachel anythingThe anxiety epidemic:In 2020 the UK charity Mental Health Foundation surveyed more than 2,000 children and found 50 per cent of teenagers aged 13-19 were experiencing anxiety they found hard to control. Suggested books:· The Anxiety Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal with Anxiety and Worry· Breaking free from Childhood Anxiety and OCD, Eli Lebowitz.The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidthttps://www.anxiousgeneration.com/Key points taken from UNWINDING ANXIETY: by Judson Brewer
2022-05-2050 min
AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & AnxietyPSP: 259 Helping Kids with Fears of Animals & Insects with Dawn HuebnerMany kids have fears of animals and insects, but for some it can dominate their lives. They might worry about seeing the feared animal or insect. They might go out of their way to avoid an encounter. It might be an all consuming fear that impacts the things they love and enjoy.In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast,I invited author and psychologist, Dawn Huebner to help us learn how to help our kids with these fears.Dawn Huebner is the author of the popular books, What to Do When Your Br...
2022-04-2644 min
PrepTalksEli Lebowitz, Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD (021)On February’s PrepTalks, Ned talks with Dr. Eli Lebowitz, Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center and founder of the SPACE program, a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related problems. They chat about Eli’s 2021 book, Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents, which is geared towards helping parents learn how to implement the SPACE program and become a valuable resource for their children.Follow Ned on Twitter at @nedjohnson.
2022-02-0859 minParenting For The PresentSupportive Parenting For Anxious Childhood Emotions with Dr. Eli LebowitzAnxiety is rampant in our world today. And, on the whole, it's getting worse; reports of anxiety have literally doubled in the last two years since the start of the pandemic. Unfortunately, this is not just a grown-up problem; children are facing anxiety at record rates as well. But, as Dr. Eli Lebowitz points out in this episode, there is hope. Dr. Lebowitz is Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center. As he lays out in our conversation today, anxiety is the most treatable mental health issue. He says the "world...
2022-02-0746 min
Hope to RechargeBreaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD (Dr. Eli Lebowitz)Children with OCD and anxiety need their parents to understand that they feel terrified. They need their parents to express confidence in their ability to face their fears. What they don't need is for their parents to do everything for them when they're afraid because over time, they will need to learn how to deal with their fears when their parents aren't around. Dr. Lebowitz’s book, Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents, provides a roadmap for how parents can successfully guide their children to overcome their fears. The way par...
2022-02-021h 00
Neurodiversity Podcast2021's Biggest Conversations: Helping Kids With Anxiety (from episode 88)Parents often struggle with helping their children manage anxiety. Dr. Eli Lebowitz of Yale University talked with Emily Kircher-Morris about his research and work with children and their parents on managing anxiety and OCD. He's also developed a program to teach parents how to help their children with anxiety, and to help therapists learn new therapy techniques. This was one of the biggest conversations of 2021, and for details go to the episode 88 page at www.NeurodiversityPodcast.com.
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The OCD StoriesDr Eli Lebowitz - SPACE for OCD (Families) (#306)In episode 306 I chat with Dr Eli Lebowitz. Eli created the treatment approach SPACE which stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions. SPACE is a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related problems. Eli is director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center. We discuss his therapy story, why he focused on helping families of people with OCD, what is SPACE, the negative consequences of accommodation, what SPACE consists of, the two core elements of SPACE which are to respond in a supportive manner and reduce...
2021-12-0551 min2021-12-0304 min
Your Anxious ChildExpert Interview #27 Eli R. Lebowitz, PhD and the SPACE program for anxious childrenDr. Eli Lebowitz has developed a parent based program, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Children's Emotions). This innovative program helps anxious children by working exclusively through the parent. It has been proven as effective as individual CBT for children. For more information and a list of SPACE providers go to www.spacetreatment.net
2021-11-0532 min
Parenting with ImpactEp 015 Parenting Anxious Childhood EmotionsProfessor Eli Lebowitz studies and treats childhood and adolescent anxiety and is Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center. His research focuses on the development, neurobiology, and treatment of anxiety and related disorders, with special emphasis on cross-generational and familial influences in these disorders. Dr. Lebowitz is the lead investigator on multiple funded research projects, and is the author of numerous research papers and of books and chapters on childhood and adolescent anxiety. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Eli Lebowitz about the unique aspects of childhood anxiety and how it i...
2021-10-1135 min
The Mind of A TherapistChanging Our Relationship with Anxiety with Dr. Eli R. Lebowitz, PhDDr. Lebowitz studies and treats childhood and adolescent anxiety at the Yale Child Study Center. His research focuses on the development, neurobiology, and treatment of anxiety and related disorders, with special emphasis on family dynamics and the role of parents in these problems. Dr. Lebowitz is the lead investigator on multiple funded research projects, and is the author of research papers, chapters, and books including the bestselling Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD. He is also the father of three great boys. https://www.spacetreatment.net/ Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD Book
2021-09-1546 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Breaking Free of Anxiety and OCD with Eli Lebowitz, PhDSpecial Guest: Eli Lebowitz, PhD
It's healthy and normal to become aware of possible threats and dangers around us so that we can be safe and make safe choices- however, in children with anxiety, they get stuck in continually imagining that something bad or dangerous will happen, and it feels just as if the bad thing were happening in real life. They are experiencing the feelings or anxiety as if they are indeed going to happen. They focus on what they truly believe are the negative outcomes that have a large likelihood of occurring and place high value on those...
2021-08-3158 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Breaking Free of Anxiety and OCD with Eli Lebowitz, PhDThis podcast will focus on how to talk to kids about anxiety and OCD. Dr. Robyn Silverman interviews Dr. Eli Lebowtiz about the key to helping kids cope with their anxious behavior—acceptance and confidence. This podcast provides many scripts and strategies for parents and educators.
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2021-08-3158 min
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 265: Help for Childhood Anxiety and OCD with Dr. Eli LebowitzClinical psychologist Dr Eli Lebowitz talks about his new book "Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents."Connect with Tilt Parenting
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2021-08-2444 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 265: Help for Childhood Anxiety and OCD with Dr. Eli LebowitzClinical psychologist Dr Eli Lebowitz talks about his new book "Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents."Connect with Tilt Parenting
Visit Tilt Parenting
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2021-08-2444 min