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The Giants Shoulder#36 I Challenged the World’s #1 Child-Attachment Expert! Erica KomisarErica Komisar is a psychoanalyst, clinical social worker, and author of Chicken Little, The Sky Isn’t Falling, a fiercely debated book about raising resilient adolescents in an anxious world.With over three decades of clinical experience, Erica argues that the roots of childhood mental illness—depression, anxiety, even ADHD—can be traced back to emotional stress in the earliest years of life, especially when children are deprived of consistent, attuned caregiving. And yes, that means daycare is in the firing line.Expect to learn why Erica believes ADHD is not a disorder but a stress...2025-06-0557 min
Dam ParentingThe Power of Presence in the First 3 Years: Motherhood and Attachment with Erica KomisarListener Note: This episode discusses parenting perspectives that some may find traditional or may trigger feelings of mum guilt. Please listen with care and take what serves you — it’s okay to skip or pause if needed.In this episode, we delve into the insights of Erica Komisar, a licensed clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and author renowned for her work on the emotional needs of children and the pivotal role of parental presence. With over 30 years of experience in private practice, Erica has become a leading voice in discussions about attachment theory and child development.Eric...2025-06-0434 min
Chaos & Caffeine - ADHD Parenting PodcastIs Daycare Causing ADHD? Breaking Down Erica Komisar’s Controversial ClaimAre we to blame for our kids' ADHD? In this spicy episode of Chaos & Caffeine, your ADHD parenting bestie Danielle Kelly dives into the viral Diary of a CEO interview with Erica Komisar, where she drops a parenting bomb: that ADHD might be caused by daycare and parental choices. Uh, what?Danielle unpacks the science (yes, real studies), the myths, and the emotional toll of blaming parents—especially moms—for their children's neurodivergence. From the genetic roots of ADHD to the nuances of daycare quality, this episode calls BS on shame-based parenting narratives and offers facts, compassion, and...2025-06-0309 min
Jamie All OverRaising Emotionally Healthy Children W/ Erica Komisar, LCSWErica Komisar, a licensed psychoanalyst, parenting expert, and author discusses the critical importance of early childhood attachment and the impact of daycare on children's emotional health.
She emphasizes the need for parents, especially mothers, to prioritize their presence in the early years of a child's life to foster secure attachments.
The discussion also touches on societal pressures, the sacrifices parents make, and the need for systemic changes to support families.
Erica offers insights into alternatives to daycare, the possibility of repairing attachment issues later in life, and resources for parents navigating these challenges.2025-05-2940 min
Currents: the Big Ocean Women Podcast4.7 Free Women From the Narrative: Erica Komisar and Madeleine Wallin Speak Up About Honoring their Maternal InstinctsCarolina Allen discusses motherhood with Erica Komisar, LCSW and Madeline Wallin from FEFAF and Haro
“Free women. Free women from feeling terrorized and imprisoned by the narrative that unless they are a hard driving career woman, making lots of money competing with men out in the world, that they have no value. Free women, and give them permission to embrace instincts that they feel, but society doesn’t give them permission to feel.” - Erica Komisar
“How can we talk about the future of the world if we can’t talk about, and es...2025-05-1632 min
Conversation Balloons79. The Simple Thing Babies Need w/ Erica KomisarErica Komisar tells her pressured New York City patients that their children have a universal, brain-based, irreducible need: their parents, mainly, mom. How to balance this need with career and personal fulfillment? We have to talk! Turns out that being there for babies benefits the parents tooAdditional resources: Komisar, Erica. Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters. 2017www.komisar.comattachmentcircles.orgInstagram and X: @ ericakomisar2025-05-1433 min
UnlockedThe Lie We Tell Parents: Erica Komisar on Sacrifice, Stress & Raising Resilient KidsIs the modern parenting playbook failing us?In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of UNLOCKED, Krista Franks sits down with psychoanalyst and author Erica Komisar, a bold voice challenging how society is raising its children—and what it’s doing to our mental health.Erica unpacks the myths we've been sold about motherhood, resilience, and career ambition—and reveals the neurological consequences of early childhood stress, emotional neglect, and fractured family dynamics.Whether you're a parent, future parent, leader, or simply someone trying to live with more intention, this conversation will shift...2025-04-3044 min
The Luella Jonk ShowEpisode #45: Erica Komisar on Modern Parenting as a Crisis of PresenceIn this episode, I'm joined by Erica Komisar, a psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert with over 30 years of experience, to discuss the critical importance of attachment in early childhood development. We explore why a parent's physical and emotional presence during the first three years is fundamental to a child's future mental health and resilience. Erica shares compelling neuroscience research showing how 85% of a child's right brain—responsible for emotional regulation and coping with adversity—is formed in these crucial early years.We'll walk you through:✅ Why the primary attachment figure (usually the mother) is irreplaceable in est...2025-04-151h 10
The Privileged Man PodcastE30 - Erica Komisar - The Inconvenient Truth About Parenting In 2025Erica Komisar – The Inconvenient Truth about Parenting in 2025In this thought-provoking episode, Pete Hunt welcomes back psychoanalyst and bestselling author Erica Komisar, following a year of exponential growth in her reach and message — including a recent appearance on The Diary of a CEO. Known for challenging modern parenting ideals, Erica confronts the uncomfortable truths about early attachment, the myth of “having it all,” and why parental presence in a child’s early years is non-negotiable.Whether you’re a father, partner, or simply someone reflecting on how you were parented — this conversation offers both a reality check...2025-04-081h 04
Dad Saves AmericaHow Broken Schools and #MeToo Dating Broke Our Sons - Erica KomisarI sat down with psychoanalyst and author Erica Komisar to discuss how modern American culture has left teens and young adults struggling with identity, relationships, and mental health. From the rise of narcissism to the breakdown of family structures, Erica believes that our obsession with personal autonomy has left many people more isolated than ever. We dive into the challenges young men face in schools designed for girls, dating in the post-#MeToo world, and finding a therapist who actually knows what they’re doing._____________________________________Follow Erica on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/EricaKomisarCSW...2025-03-212h 21
The Sam Sorbo ShowThe Sam Sorbo Show with Erica KomisarThis is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about strengthening families! In this episode, let’s uncover the importance of family with the brilliant Erika Komisar, a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent coach. She shares eye-opening insights on why motherhood in the first three years is so critical and how we can raise resilient adolescents in today’s age of anxiety.----------------------------------Unlock exclusive discounts, discover where to purchase my books, explore my homeschool and curriculum recommendations, and so much more—all in one place! Click the link to take...2025-03-1538 minThe Sam Sorbo ShowThe Sam Sorbo Show with Erica KomisarThis is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about strengthening families! In this episode, let’s uncover the importance of family with the brilliant Erika Komisar, a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent coach. She shares eye-opening insights on why motherhood in the first three years is so critical and how we can raise resilient adolescents in today’s age of anxiety.----------------------------------Unlock exclusive discounts, discover where to purchase my books, explore my homeschool and curriculum recommendations, and so much more—all in one place! Click the link to take...2025-03-1538 min
The Sarah Fraser ShowChild Attachment Expert Erica Komisar On The Dangers Of Daycare, The Rise Of Childhood ADHD And How To Reverse It, And How Women Can Have It All! Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 | Sarah FraserIn this episode, I had an enlightening conversation with Erica Komisar, a psychoanalyst and author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters. Erica shared her extensive research on the critical importance of a mother's physical and emotional presence in the early years of a child's life. We discussed the myths surrounding "quality time," the detrimental effects of daycare, and the cultural shifts that have led parents to prioritize careers over their children. Erika emphasized the unique roles of mothers and fathers, the long-term impact of early childhood experiences, and offered practical advice for parents...2025-03-121h 06
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven BartlettChild Attachment Expert: Hidden Dangers Of Daycare, It Might Be Causing Future Issues For Your Kid! Birth Rates Are Plummeting & Its Terrifying! Dr Erica KomisarErica Komisar is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert with over 30 years of private practice experience. She is the author of books such as, ‘Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety’. In this conversation, Erica and Steven discuss topics such as, how the mental health crisis is impacting children, how attachment disorders are created in childhood, the dangers of the falling birth rate, and how daycare may cause future issues for your kid. 00:00 Intro02:21 Erica's Mission08...2025-03-032h 38
Israel Daily News PodcastPsychoanalyst Erica Komisar on How to Safeguard Our Kids and Ourselves from TraumaPsychoanalyst Erica Komisar gives a compelling interview to the Israel Daily News about how this traumatized nation (Israel) can manage the trauma and heartbreak of war ...especially following the Bibas family burials. Plus! Details on how Israelis can safeguard their children from future stress. Israel Daily News website: https://israeldailynews.org Israel Daily News Roundtable: https://www.patreon.com/shannafuld Support our Wartime News Coverage: https://www.gofundme.com/f/independent-journalist-covering-israels-war Links to all things IDN: https://linktr.ee/israeldailynews2025-02-2828 min
Thrive where you areThe First Three Years: Reclaiming Motherhood with Erica KomisarModern motherhood tells women they can—and should—do it all. But what if the most important thing we can give our children in the first three years is simply being there? In this episode, I sit down with Erica Komisar, a psychoanalyst and author, to discuss the critical early years of a child’s life and why a mother’s presence during this time shapes emotional resilience, security, and future well-being.
We dive into:
🔹 Why the first three years are essential for bonding and brain development
🔹 The emotional and psychological effects of daycare on young children...2025-02-1154 min
Reclamation Radio with Kelly Brogan MD95: "The Feminist Promise That’s Destroying Families" - Erica KomisarIf you’re a stretched-thin boss babe, frustrated wife, or “do it all” mamma who just needs a second for yourself, join Kelly’s Free Exhale Masterclass.Erica Komisar is a psychoanalyst and author specializing in maternal mental health. In this episode, you’ll learn why early maternal presence is critical for a child’s emotional well-being, how modern feminism overlooked the developmental needs of children, why feeling bored with your baby may signal deeper psychological issues, the long-term consequences of outsourcing childcare, the link between attachment security and mental health...2025-02-1155 min
Dates, Mates and Babies with the Vallottons102. Motherhood in Crisis: Erica Komisar on Raising Mentally and Emotionally Healthy KidsIn today’s episode of Dates, Mates, and Babies with the Vallottons, hosts Jason and Lauren Vallotton sit down with renowned psychoanalyst and author Erica Komisar to explore the profound challenges and rewards of parenting. Erica, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), brings years of expertise in child development and the psychological aspects of motherhood and fatherhood. She has authored two insightful books:Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years MattersChicken Little: The Sky Isn’t FallingIn this conversation, Erica highlights the crucial role emotional attachment plays in a child's development, particularly during the...2025-01-1653 min
Menzies Research CentreRethinking Childcare: Erica Komisar joins Freya LeachFreya Leach, Director of the Centre for Youth Policy, is joined by Erica Komisar in this bonus episode of the Menzies Research Centre podcast, recorded on the sidelines of the ARC conference in Sydney. Erica is a psychoanalyst who brings fresh insights on how we can better raise our children. Her main work focuses on exposing the link between institutionalised childcare and the rising rates of mental health issues among young people like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and ADHD. Read Freya's recent editorial on rethinking childcare and suggested policy proposals for strengthening the family unit: https://www.me...2024-11-2215 min
Trust Issues: A Lifestyle, Business & Wellness Podcast with Erika AucklandHow Daycare Impacts Your Baby’s Brain: The Science Erica Komisar Wants Every Parent to KnowShould you send your child to daycare? If you asked my guest today, she’d say absolutely NOT.Erica Komisar is a psychological consultant bringing parenting and work/life workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings. She’s also the author of several books, including Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters and has appeared on major media networks such as CBS, ABC, FOX, and NPR.I first discovered Erica’s work on Instagram – she was interviewed on Alex Clark’s “The Spillover Podcast” and I came across a clip on her feed of...2024-11-1935 min
Under The Sun PodcastThe Decline of Motherly Intuition - Erica Komisar, LCSWSend us a textGrab the biggest a 🇺🇸victory🇺🇸 cup 🇺🇸of coffee and join us for this replay episode with Erica Komizar!Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation where we challenge societal norms and explore the essence of motherhood. With a warm cup of coffee in hand, join us as we unpack the complexities of mothering and how we can ‘Be There’ for our children. In this episode, Erica sheds light on how feminism's historical narrative has unfairly shamed women who prioritize motherhood. Delve into the detrimental effects of societal pressure to “girl boss” and the misconceptions surrounding the "cry it out...2024-11-0652 min
The Edit Alaverdyan PodcastErica Komisar | Negative Impact of Daycare, Importance of Motherhood | The Edit Alaverdyan Podcast #35Send us a textCan daycare affect your child's mental health and development? Erica Komisar, a seasoned clinical social worker and author, joins me to unravel the complexities of child rearing in today's society. Through this episode, we challenge the prevailing cultural norms that often pit career aspirations against the needs of our children. Erica offers insightful perspective on how daycare environments can shape a child's emotional landscape, especially highlighting the differing impacts on boys and girls. She passionately argues for the importance of parental presence, emphasizing nurturing and play as foundational blocks for healthy growth and...2024-10-1755 min
The Truman Charities PodcastCan Women Have It All OR Can They Have It All Just Not All At Once? | Best-Selling Author Erica Komisar "Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood In The First Three Years Matters" Ep. 121Can mothers really have it all: career and family? Is there a way to balance both without compromising your child’s …? In this episode, Jamie speaks to psychoanalyst and bestselling author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood In The First Three Years Matters, Erica Komisar. Her parenting expertise offers insight into the importance of maternal presence in early childhood development.-We discuss why the first three years of a child’s life are critical to their emotional health, how attachment disorders can get passed down generationally, and the differing roles of mothers and fathers. Erica shares tips f...2024-10-0243 min
Point Of Impact With Aaron HaleThe Importance Of Motherhood And Child Development In Early Stages | Interview With Erica KomisarJoin Aaron Hale in this insightful podcast episode featuring guest Erica Komisar, where they delve deep into the fascinating world of child development. Erica explains the critical role the first three years play in shaping a child's future, emphasizing the necessity of parental involvement during this formative period. She outlines the importance of recognizing personal strengths and how these can contribute to both a child's success and overall development. Together, they explore the impact of brain chemicals on growth and learning, highlighting how failure can serve as a crucial stepping stone in a chi...2024-09-2658 min
THINQ Media PodcastOur Children Need You: Erica Komisar | Episode 294“We have devalued and deprioritized mothering to the extent that young people today do not want to have children and if they do, they do not want to care for them," says social worker, psychoanalyst, and author Erica Komisar. In this episode of THINQ Podcast, Erica speaks about the mental health epidemic among kids and pinpoints the two things that are causing kids to break down: 1) How we’re raising our children and 2) What we’re exposing them to. She specifically speaks to the significance of mothers and the important physical and mental health foundation a mother gives her childr...2024-08-2315 min
The Tammy Peterson Podcast100. Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters | Erica KomisarThis episode was recorded on Jan 30th, 2024. Erica Komisar is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and The New York Freudian Society, Ms. Komisar is a psychological consultant bringing parenting workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings. She is a contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and The New York Daily News. She is also a Contributing Editor to The Institute for Family Studies and appears regularly on Fox and...2024-08-051h 08
Men's AllianceEp 185: Why Traditional Families Work Best w/ Erica KomisarThis fascinating conversation w/ Erica Komisar details how neuroscience proves the traditional family model of a nurturing mother and a working father is optimal for the brain development of children.
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Never The Empty NestNTEN - s6, ep. 6 "Erica Komisar"Clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert, Erica Komisar, joins the nest to talk about those two paramount moments of child rearing — those first three years, and that second chance (cue horror yelp): adolescence! It’s all about Being There, which is the title of one of her books on the subject. 2024-07-0343 min
The Family Teams PodcastIs There A Motherhood Ideal?We're excited to continue our motherhood series! Today Jeremy is joined by Michelle Akrami, Justine Cirullo, and Jess Gonyea. They react to a recent interview with Erica Komisar, where she laid out very counter-cultural but traditionally and logically obvious truths about motherhood, shame, attachment, and the cost of feminism. This episode will encourage you to seek the ideal when it comes to motherhood, but to turn to the Gospel to heal the guilt or shame that can sometimes result from knowing you'll miss the ideal - a feeling that we should all be familiar with as Christians.2024-06-2042 minUnder The Sun PodcastThe Decline of Motherly Intuition - Erica Komisar, LCSW | Ep: 80Send us a textTune in for a thought-provoking conversation with Erica Komisar, LCSW, where we challenge societal norms and explore the essence of motherhood. With a warm cup of coffee in hand, join us as we unpack the complexities of mothering and how we can ‘Be There’ for our children. In this episode, Erica sheds light on how feminism's historical narrative has unfairly shamed women who prioritize motherhood. Delve into the detrimental effects of societal pressure to “girl boss” and the misconceptions surrounding the "cry it out method," uncovering its harm to children's psyches. This epi...2024-05-1352 min
The Art of Parenting149: Prioritizing Motherhood. With Erica KomisarDo you strongly feel that staying home would be best for your child? Listen in to find out why your hunch is correct and critical. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. We know in our mama's heart that staying home with our children is important because they need us to. Today, my guest confirmed this instinct we have as mothers and why it is critical to do so. What We Talked About: Understanding why the first three years are critical for our child's long-term mental health ...2024-05-0930 min
Growing Up with Delia BurgessEp. 102 - Erica Komisar: prioritising motherhood & raising an emotionally secure futureErica Komisar, LCSW is a New York based psychoanalyst, parent coach and author. With 30 years of experience in private practice, she works to alleviate pain from individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, eating, and other compulsive disorders.
A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and The New York Freudian Society, Erica is a psychological consultant bringing parenting and work/life workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings.
Erica is also the author of the book Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters and Chicken Little The Sky Isn’t Falling: Ra...2024-05-0254 min
Wisdom RebellionEp 07: Why Motherhood Matters and Why We Should Prioritise it with Erica KomisarIn the episode, Kat explores the psychological and societal layers of motherhood with renowned psychoanalyst and parenting expert, Erica Komisar. With over three decades of experience, Erica brings a wealth of knowledge from her practice and her insightful books, including Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First 3 Years Matters.Erica addresses the complex interplay between feminism, corporate pressures, and the devaluation of motherhood in modern society. She provides poignant commentary on the genetic and psychological prerequisites for motherhood and discusses why it's crucial for women to resolve their personal traumas before embracing parenthood. We also touch...2024-05-021h 02
The Lila Rose ShowE108: Parenting That Heals w/ Erica KomisarToday I welcome back Erica Komisar, Psychoanalyst and Parent Coach, to pick up where we left off from our last conversation about the importance of being present to our children at their earliest stages. In today’s fascinating conversation we unpack more best practices for parents to support the development of their children in the most critical stages of adolescence. We also discuss the best way to pursue relationship with your teen, how to select the right school for your child, how to minimize your children’s trauma from divorce, and how to heal relationships with your parents as an adul...2024-04-251h 33
The Homeschool How To#63: The Growing Epidemic of Detached Mothers and What We Can Do About It, with Erica Komisar, LCSWWhen Erica Komisar, a venerated psychoanalyst, joined me for a heart-to-heart, we peeled back the layers of motherhood's unspoken complexities and its intersection with professional life. We navigated through the cultural currents that often undervalue the art of nurturing, while also examining how the professional world beckons women with the allure of success outside the home. This conversation isn't just about the choices we make; it's a deeper look into the societal narratives that shape these decisions and the profound impact of maternal presence on the emotional and psychological development of our children.Being a mother who...2024-04-2058 min
Dad Saves AmericaChildhood Isn’t Supposed To Be Stressful. Here’s How Parents Can Help.Psychoanalyst and licensed clinical social worker Erica Komisar explains how psychoanalysis really works and how it can help parents better understand and support their children. Contrary to popular belief, psychoanalysis goes far beyond the Freudian theories you may have heard of. The field offers insight into the emotional intricacies of anxiety, attachment issues, and the pivotal role parents play in their child's development and mental health. Understanding how a child’s needs evolve as they grow older is crucial for parents to adjust to each stage and avoid either being emotionally neglectful or becoming overbearing helicopter parents. Childhood has be...2024-02-231h 09
Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise PerryThe Lost Maternal Instinct - Erica Komisar | Maiden Mother Matriarch 50This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.louiseperry.co.ukMy guest today is Erica Komisar: psychoanalyst, parent coach, and author of 'Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters' and 'Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety.'In the first part of the episode, we spoke about the importance of the early years, including the role …2024-01-2849 min
Human Nature with Roni FouksEp. 44 - Erica Komisar: The Maternal Instinct, Attachment, Rethinking Daycare, & FeminismIn today's episode, I spoke with Erica Komisar about her best-selling book 'Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters'. We started with a quick mention of Erica's recent speech at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) Conference organized by Jordan Peterson, where she spoke about the importance of a mother's love, presence, and emotional attunement in the first three years of a child's life.Erica brought us into her world of attachment, child development, and psychoanalysis, and she explained why the maternal instinct is not 'a ploy devised by the patriarchy to keep...2024-01-231h 07
The Privileged Man PodcastE13 - Has The West Lost The Art Of Parenting? With Dr Erica KomisarDr Erica Komisar is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, parent coach, and author with 30 years of experience. Erica is also a sought-after psychological consultant, bringing her expertise to clinics, schools, and corporations like Goldman Sachs.Erica has written two highly influential books on parenting and is a media mainstay, appearing on CBS, ABC, FOX, and contributing to top publications like the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post. She's also a Contributing Editor at the Institute for Family Studies.I asked Erica on because I was enamoured by her points of view on parenting. They seemed...2024-01-2348 min
Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg MeekerEp: 224 Ensuring Your Child’s Mental Health in the New Age of Anxiety with Erica KomisarChildren are experiencing unprecedented levels of anxiety. Dr. Erica Komisar, a psychoanalyst and author, discusses the critical role of parental well-being in promoting children's mental health. Erica emphasizes the profound impact of early attachment and the importance of parents being emotionally present during the crucial first three years of a child's life. Her expertise and insights underscore the need for parents to prioritize their own emotional well-being in order to support their children effectively. If you’re looking to raise resilient and mentally healthy kids in today's digital age, then this is a must-listen.In...2024-01-1539 min
PsychobabbleDaycare Debunked with Erica KomisarIn this episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom surrounding the development of children and explore the impact of daycare on their early years.Renowned clinical psychoanalyst and social worker, Erica Komisar, joins us from New York City to share her expertise. Author of "Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters" and "Chicken Little The Sky Isn’t Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety," Komisar sheds light on the importance of maternal presence and its role in neurological development during the formative years.As we discuss th...2024-01-1042 min
The Mojo SessionsGold School: Erica Komisar - Why So Many Kids Struggle & What We Can Do About ItDuring the break between seasons, we go to Gold School. The Gold School sessions are the episodes I find myself going back to and referring to in my keynotes. Each one has given me gold that I've adopted into my world or shared to help others be the best they can be, unlock their great ideas and get their Mojo working. Erica Komisar, a leading New York-based psychoanalyst, shared how our actions as parents with a child today, regardless of how young they are, can have a massive influence on them in their adolescence. Erica is the author of 'Chicken L...2024-01-041h 04
The Success NP: Clinical Pearls for Nurse PractitionersDNP Unscripted 012: Your NP Job Could Affect Your Bonding with Your Children with Erika Komisar, LCSWThis episode was going to be apart of my part-time NP series, but the episode was just too good to put behind a paywall. Subscribers stay tuned for specific content for you coming out next week!
This week I spoke with Erica Komisar who is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, parent coach, and author. With 30 years of experience in private practice, she works to alleviate pain in individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, eating, and other compulsive disorders. By helping them live better lives and have richer, more satisfying relationships, she assists them in achieving t...2023-12-1140 min
Brainy MomsRaising Resilient Teens in an Era of Anxiety with guest Erica Komisar, LCSWIf you’re a parent of tweens or teens, you’ve probably wondered about the difference between “typical” teen angst—that is, normal worries, fears, and struggles associated with adolescence—and when there’s a deeper issue that might require talk therapy (or possibly, medication). Today, psychoanalyst and clinical social worker Erica Komisar joins us to share her experience and knowledge from more than 30 years in private practice. Hear what she has to say about identifying teens’ challenges and struggles, when to seek outside help, how to provide support at home, and the best circumstances to have deeper conversations with your teen...2023-11-3046 min
Faytene TVARC Highlights, Erica Komisar - Children need a Childhood In October of 2023 the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) hosted their inaugural conference. An international summit with thought leaders and academics from around the world, getting together to discuss ideas to build a better future for us all. Today we are featuring Erica Komisar, a clinical social worker, author, and psychoanalyst, as she discusses the importance of parents being involved in their children’s upbringing. ____________________________Faytene.tv is a listener-supported program. To help us produce more interviews on essential topics for our nation, please click...2023-11-3028 min
Close the Chapter Podcast with Kristen Boice241. The Importance of Childhood Development & Attachment to Create A Healthy Family System with Erica Komisar, LCSWIn this episode, Kristen talks with Erica Komisar, a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and author, about the pivotal role of early childhood development and attachment in shaping a healthy family. They explore the profound impact a mother's role in the first three years has on a child's overall well-being. www.ericakomisar.com Subscribe and get a free 5-day journal at www.kristendboice.com to begin closing the chapter on what doesn’t serve you and open the door to the real you. This information is being provided to you for...2023-11-2947 min
Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark“Daycare Impacts On A Child’s Brain & Socialization Myths.” - With Dr. Erica Komisar, LCSWWhat does science say about the negative effects of daycare on a child’s development? 🤯How can you tell if your child has attachment issues? 🥺What should single parents do? 👩👧Is socialization important for babies and toddlers? 🧸Are daycare kids at an academic advantage? 🎓How should a working mother structure her schedule? 💼Psychoanalyst Erica Komisar, author of ‘Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood In The First 3 Years Matters’, lays out the scientific evidence on childcare, and how Amer...2023-10-131h 43
No Silly Questions- An Education Podcast for ParentsShould women prioritize motherhood in the first few years of baby’s life? With Erica KomisarOur guest today, Erica Komisar certainly thinks so. She believes that mothers in particular should spend significant time being present with their children in the first three years of life - quitting their jobs if necessary. To say that this topic is complex is an understatement, and it may lead to strong feelings on both sides of the conversation. As we value the opportunity to engage with experts who share differing perspectives, next week we’ll be bringing you an episode with Vivvi daycare founder Ben Newton who will present an alternate view, so be sure to listen to bo...2023-08-0638 min
Trending with Timmerie - Catholic Principles applied to today's experiences.Science of MotherhoodClinical social worker and psychoanalysis Erica Komisar joins Trending to discuss why we should follow the science on motherhood and childcare. (2:10) How to choose family over career. (24:47) The 5 precepts of the Church. (43:34) Drew Barrymore corrects the media that she doesn’t wish her mom dead, but what about healing as an adult when there is a wound from your parents? (46:39) Resources mentioned : Book: Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters https://www.amazon.com/Being-There-Prioritizing-Motherhood-Matters/dp/0143109294 How to be present to...2023-06-0751 min
Trending with TimmerieScience of MotherhoodClinical social worker and psychoanalysis Erica Komisar joins Trending to discuss why we should follow the science on motherhood and childcare. (2:10) How to choose family over career. (24:47) The 5 precepts of the Church. (43:34) Drew Barrymore corrects the media that she doesn’t wish her mom dead, but what about healing as an adult when there is a wound from your parents? (46:39) Resources mentioned : Book: Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters https://www.amazon.com/Being-There-Prioritizing-Motherhood-Matters/dp/0143109294 How to be present to your child https://relevantradio.com/2022/10/why-moms-matter-how-to-be-present-to-your-child-2/ More episodes with Erica Komisar https://relevantradio.com/?cat=2321...2023-06-0751 min
unSILOed with Greg LaBlanc277. Resilience Begins at Birth feat. Erica KomisarMental health disorders have become an epidemic in today's society. Yet, we often fail to recognize the critical impact of early childhood adversity and our relationships with our parents, especially our mothers, on the mental and physical health of adolescents.Erica Komisar is a psychoanalyst and also a contributor, contributing editor at the Institute for Family Studies, journalist, and author. Her recent book “Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety” explores how to raise emotionally healthy, resilient adolescents in a time of great stress.Erica and Greg disc...2023-05-0848 minTrending with Timmerie - Catholic Principles applied to today's experiences.Psychology of Mom’s Presence for a ChildClinical social worker, psychoanalysis, and parent guidance expert Erica Komisar joins Trending with Timmerie discussing the psychological research that mom’s need to be present with their children in the home. (1:20) Erica discusses helping children adapt and the science on sleep training and when it’s appropriate. (20:32) How is the father’s role important? What does a father offer that a mother does not? What should fathers work on doing to engage their children in a way only they can? (37:37) Resources mentioned : https://www.ericakomisar.com/ Book: Bei...2023-03-1549 min
The PakMag Parents PodcastEpisode 140 - Why Prioritising Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters With Erica KomisarOn this episode Psychoanalyst, Author and Parent Guidance Expert Erica Komisar joins us on the show to discuss the importance of the first 3 years and how during this time, self regulation, empathy, critical thinking and vital right brain functions are developed. More from Erica: https://www.ericakomisar.com/ Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites Pa...2023-02-0922 min
Being Different with Liz DurhamBeing There When They Need Us Most: A Conversation with Author Erica Komisar, LCSWDid you know the first 1000 days of a baby’s life are critical for developing secure attachment? Erica Komisar is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, parent coach, and author of the book Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters. Her advice to moms? Be open to making a change to prioritize time with your children - and that doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to quit work.In this episode, Erica and Liz...2023-02-0245 minParenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg MeekerEpisode 172-"Mental Health in Kids " Guest: Erica KomisarClinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert Erica Komisar joins Dr. Meeker to discuss the alarming mental health crisis in America today. How have we come to the place where teenage boys walk into schools and shoot people? How did that evolve? What are the contributing factors to mental health issues in kids today? What are the responsibilities of parents, and what are some common mistakes that parents make regarding the mental health of their children? The physical, emotional, hormonal and societal challenges that kids are facing today can be overwhelming. But there are t...2022-07-1943 min
ADHD IS OVER!EP107 - Dr. Erica Komisar on ADHD.ADHD IS A RESPONSE TO STRESS is a powerful episode with renowned NYC psychoanalyst Erica Komisar.
Erica is also a parent guidance expert and author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters as well as her most recent book ‘Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety.'
Erica is a psychological consultant who brings parenting and work/life workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings including The Garden House School, Goldman Sachs, Shearman, and Sterling and SWFS Early Childhood Center and she has appeared on major...2022-04-2757 minParenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg MeekerEpisode #162 - “Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety” Guest: Erica KomisarDr. Meg & Guest Erica Komisar (Part 1) Adolescence is typically a traumatic time, with hormonal shifts, puberty, shifting social scenes, identity formation - all contributing factors that can make kids vulnerable to anxiety and depression. And in today’s society, everything has been amp’d up, creating more stress in kids’ lives than ever before. Bombarded with increased academic pressure, social pressures, and expectations to be more adult-like earlier and earlier in their lives, adolescents are often dealing with anxieties that are above and beyond what they can emotionally handle. There is good news though! Parents can off...2022-04-1243 min
Download Top Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Disorders & DiseasesChicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety by Erica Komisar LCSWPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/569936to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety
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This is a comprehensive guide for parents who want to raise emotionally healthy, resilient adolescents in a time of great stress when anxiety and mental health disorders are epidemic. In these times of great stress for our kids, resilience is not a given. The epidemic of mental health disorders in adolescents has made...2022-03-298h 04Discover the Best Audio Stories in Health & Wellness, Relationships & IntimacyChicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety by Erica Komisar LCSWPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/569936to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety
Author: Erica Komisar LCSW
Narrator: Kerin Mccurdy
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 4 minutes
Release date: March 29, 2022
Genres: Relationships & Intimacy
Publisher's Summary:
This is a comprehensive guide for parents who want to raise emotionally healthy, resilient adolescents in a time of great stress when anxiety and mental health disorders are epidemic. In these times of great stress for our kids, resilience is not a given. The epidemic of mental health disorders in adolescents has made...2022-03-298h 04
Book Club with Michael SmerconishErica Komisar: "Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling"Michael speaks with Erica Komisar, LCSW, author of "Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety." Original air date 27 January 2022. The book was published on 2 November 2021.2022-02-1114 min
The Hamilton ReviewA Conversation with Erica Komisar, Clinical Social Worker, Psychoanalyst and author of "Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling."Join us for the latest episode of The Hamilton Review Podcast! In this conversation, Dr. Bob has a great discussion with three time returning guest, Erica Komisar! Erica is Clinical Social Worker, Psychoanalyst and author of "Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling." Dr. Bob and Erica discuss her new book which addresses the mental health crisis in adolescence today as well as great advice for parents on how to handle it all. Erica has a wealth of knowledge and is at the top of her field - don't miss this important discussion and share with a friend!...2022-02-0135 min
The Mind, Body and Soul in HealingThe Challenges of Raising Adolescents with Erica Komisar"To be able to contain, withstand and hold the aggression of your adolescents who push you away, you have to feel very secure - meaning that you have to feel pretty good about yourself as a parent, that you have given them everything, that you have been present enough. It comes from a security and I find today that many, many parents are not secure in their feelings that they have given their children enough." Episode Description: We begin with an overview of the stages of adolescence - exploration, declaration, and confirmation. We follow the t...2022-01-1452 minADHD IS OVER!EP100 - ADHD is a Response to Stress.ADHD IS A RESPONSE TO STRESS is a powerful episode with renowned NYC psychoanalyst Erica Komisar.
Erica is also a parent guidance expert and author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters as well as her most recent book ‘Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety.'
Erica is a psychological consultant who brings parenting and work/life workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings including The Garden House School, Goldman Sachs, Shearman, and Sterling and SWFS Early Childhood Center and she has appeared on major...2021-12-2757 min
The Mojo SessionsErica Komisar - Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of AnxietyLeading New York psychoanalyst Erica Komisar's new book 'Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety', is an important book every parent needs to read. Erica is a contributor to the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The Huff Post. Erica provides a comprehensive guide as well as the tools we need to help navigate this tumultuous time of change and create a continuous deep connection with our child. Our children need our help, our attention, and our intention to help them deal with these challenging times and equip them to handle m...2021-11-181h 01
Happy Mum, Happy Teen3.5: Understanding the teenage brain, with author Erica Komisar.Hi guys, this is the 5th episode in the Calm and Confident Mum summit. In this video Erica shares her scientific knowledge and decades of experience around why teenagers behave the way they do; as well as why Lockdown has given parents another chance to build stronger relationships with their children/teenagers. Erica Komisar, LCSW is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia University and The Contemporary Freudian Society, Ms. Komisar is a psychological consultant bringing parenting workshops t...2021-11-0732 min
The Aggressive Life with Brian TomeResilient Parents and Kids with Erica Komisar—Parenting ExpertHealthy kids come from healthy parents—at least, that’s what parenting expert and psychoanalyst Erica Komisar believes. In a challenging and insightful conversation, Erica explains the importance of emotionally available parents, dealing with your own anxiety, and why belief in God is paramount to the health of children. 2021-10-1241 min
Arash's World PodcastDealing with Adolescence and Overcoming Adolescent Trauma: An Interview with Psychoanalyst and Parent Guidance Expert Erica KomisarIn this episode, I talk with Psychoanalyst and Parent Guidance Expert and Author Erica Komisar about the challenges and difficulties of adolescence and how to support and protect our children from adversity. We also discuss the influence of social media as well as other trends during this age of anxiety in addition to her wonderful book "Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety".
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The Best Ever You ShowErica Komisar - Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t FallingParenting expert Erica Komisar knows the struggles many parents face as their children enter adolescence and has written a new book as a reference for anyone struggling to find answers. According to Ms. Komisar, “Although the first three years are critical to the social emotional development of children and their ability to cope with adversity, the good news is that parents have another opportunity in adolescence, due to right brain development, to have a great impact on their child’s ability to regulate their emotions and build resilience.” Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t Falling is a comprehensive guide that offers the tools...2021-10-0734 min
Two Kids and A Career91: The Environmental Factors Affecting AdolescentsJoining Jill Devine this week for the second time on the podcast is Erica Komisar. She was Jill’s guest on Episode 37: You Have A Small Window To Make A Huge Difference In The Mental Health and Well Being Of Your Child: Through her research for the book Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters, Erica found at least 1 in 5 children have some form of mental illness. Mothers serve a critical biological function in a babies’ brain development. Since that conversation, Erica has written another book, Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t Fall...2021-10-0643 min
The Suzanne Venker Show117. The Roots of Adolescents' Mental-Health Crisis: Erica KomisarAre you struggling to raise emotionally healthy, resilient adolescents in this fast-paced, ever-changing world?
America has an epidemic of mental health disorders in adolescents that has made parenting even more challenging, but parents can still have an enormous impact on the health and well-being of their children. In her new book, Chicken Little: The Sky Isn't Falling, Erica Komisar offers parents the tools they need to navigate this tumultuous time of change and create a continuous deep connection with their children.
Erica is a psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for...2021-09-2646 min
Chats from the Blog Cabin232: Chatting about How to Help Adolescents Navigate Change With Erica KomisarAs we move toward a post-pandemic world, these tumultuous times can cause great stress for kids and their families. The epidemic of mental health disorders in adolescents has made parenting even more challenging, but parents can still have an enormous impact on the health and well-being of their children.
In her new book, Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety, psychoanalyst, clinical social worker, and parent guidance expert Erica Komisar provide invaluable tools to help parents prevent, identify and address when their adolescents are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD...2021-09-2446 min
Chats from the Blog Cabin232: Chatting about How to Help Adolescents Navigate Change With Erica KomisarAs we move toward a post-pandemic world, these tumultuous times can cause great stress for kids and their families. The epidemic of mental health disorders in adolescents has made parenting even more challenging, but parents can still have an enormous impact on the health and well-being of their children.
In her new book, Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety, psychoanalyst, clinical social worker, and parent guidance expert Erica Komisar provide invaluable tools to help parents prevent, identify and address when their adolescents are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD...2021-09-2446 minCurrents: the Big Ocean Women Podcast1.13—Erica Komisar, Being There: Why Motherhood MattersErica Komisar talks to us about why being there for your children, especially in the first few years of life, is so important. Ms. Komisar is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. She strives to help parents live more satisfying lives and raise healthier children.
A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and The New York Freudian Society, Ms. Komisar is a psychological consultant bringing parenting and work/life workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings. She is a c...2021-09-1547 min
Workplace Warrior®Erica Komisar: Raising Resilient Adolescents In The New Age of AnxietyAbout Erica Komisar: She is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert who's been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. She is a graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and the New York Freudian Society. She’s a psychological consultant who brings parenting and work-life workshops to clinics, schools, and corporations in childcare settings. She’s a contributor to the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and the New York Daily News and a contributing editor to the Institute of Family Studies. She also appears regularly on Fox and Friends and Fox Five News...2021-09-0743 min
American ViewpointsShow 2021-23 Segment 4 Have We Devalued Parenthood?Erica Komisar, a licensed clinical social worker and psychoanalyst, discusses the declining birth rate in the United States. She discusses some of the possible economic and social effects if that continues. While Komisar considers herself a feminist, she argues that feminism and a prevailing “me first” attitude are contributing to the disparaging of motherhood in our culture. Erica Komisar is the author of Being There: Why Prioritizing In The First Three Years Matters.2021-07-0110 min
American ViewpointsShow 2021-23 Segment 4 Have We Devalued Parenthood?Erica Komisar, a licensed clinical social worker and psychoanalyst, discusses the declining birth rate in the United States. She discusses some of the possible economic and social effects if that continues.
While Komisar considers herself a feminist, she argues that feminism and a prevailing “me first” attitude are contributing to the disparaging of motherhood in our culture.
Erica Komisar is the author of Being There: Why Prioritizing In The First Three Years Matters.2021-07-0110 minThe Mind, Body and Soul in HealingManaging Separations from Your Young Child with Erica Komisar "Any separation, no matter how short the separation, requires a moment of reunion and repair. If you disregard the importance of that reunion and repair, collectively that starts to do great injury to that baby. Every time we have those missteps it is really important to repair them." Episode Description: We begin by discussing the centrality of the newborn's experience of attachment and how that connection comes to serve as a foundation for all later attachments. Attachment includes managing separations and Erica describes the parents' vital function of recognizing the ruptures in their infant's sense of sa...2021-06-1853 min
The Suzanne Venker Show89. Are You a Product of Childhood Emotional Neglect?: Erica KomisarMost of us are aware that what happens to us in childhood has a huge effect on who we become as adults. But what if the opposite is also true? What if what doesn’t happen in childhood has an equal, or even greater effect?
The absence of emotional support in childhood is as damaging as other traumas. Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN) is not a form of childhood abuse because it's subtle and usually unintentional. Rather than a direct act, it is the absence of action.
It’s inaction.
The result of a pare...2021-03-2152 min
How Do We Fix It?Mothers, Families and COVID - Erica KomisarDespite the tragedy, suffering and economic losses of COVID, there are silver linings for many families in the current crisis. Recent lockdowns have a bright side for teens. A new survey says they're spending more time with their parents, getting extra sleep, and suffering from lower levels of clinical depression.Our guest, New York psychoanalyst, parent coach, and author Erica Komisar, wrote in The Wall Street Journal "it has taken a pandemic to prove that it's possible to integrate work into our personal lives, as many millions of parents are now working from home. "Everyone wins— ma...2020-12-1127 min
Workplace Warrior®Erica Komisar: Masculinity Isn’t an IllnessAbout Erica Komisar: Erica Komisar is a licensed clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. She’s a graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and the New York Freudian Society. Erica is a contributor to the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The New York Daily News. She is the author of a book called Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters and she is currently finishing a second book on the topic of raising resilient emotionally secure adolescents in an...2020-12-0640 minThe Suzanne Venker Show72. The Emotionally Unavailable Mother: Erica Komisar, LCSWDepression and anxiety take root in childhood, writes veteran psychoanalyst Erica Komisar. Parents who are concerned about their children’s mental health and emotional well-being need to know that early intervention and guidance is the way to prevent early symptoms in children from developing into long-term mental disorders.
The way to avoid this? Be there. Not just physically but emotionally.
Erica is a parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for 25 years. She’s the author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters, which is b...2020-11-2254 minTwo Kids and A Career37: You Have A Small Window To Make A Huge Difference In The Mental Health and Well Being Of Your ChildErica Komisar, LCSW is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and The New York Freudian Society, Ms. Komisar is a psychological consultant bringing parenting and work/life workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings including The Garden House School, Goldman Sachs, Shearman and Sterling and SWFS Early Childhood Center. Erica is the author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters, and is currently finishing a second book on the topic o...2020-07-0835 min
The Mom SpectrumErica Komisar Mom Interview | Psychoanalyst & Author on the Value of MotherhoodErica Komisar shares her experience and research as a psychoanalyst. Her book 'Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters' was featured in The Wall Street Journal, and seen on Good Morning America, Fox & Friends, and CBS New York. She tells her own story and findings about the value and effects of present motherhood in the first three years of children's lives.2020-05-2700 min
My New LifeThe Untold Secret: Sometimes, Being a New Mom is BoringLaundry, diapering, feeding, laundry... this is the work of a new parent, and much of it can feel rather tedious. Unfortunately, boredom can sometimes slip into darker feelings of disconnection. In this episode, Jessica Rolph is accompanied by Erica Komisar, who suggests that one way to stay engaged is to take an interest in your baby’s brain development. Erica Komisar is a psychoanalyst and parent coach based out of New York City. Key Takeaways: [1:26] Erica Komisar talks about her clinical work with patients who are experiencing boredom. [3:0...2020-05-0623 min
The Comedy Cellar: Live from the TableErica KomisarErica Komisar2020-04-061h 34The Hamilton ReviewErica Komisar - Part 2In part two of the original conversation, Dr. Bob continues his discussion with Erica Komisar. Erica is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for the last 25 years. Erica is also author of her book, "Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters." A couple of key topics that they discuss: – A mother figure and a father figure is important for children. – The importance of holding and loving your baby. – Acknowledging the loss of divorce. We received wonder...2020-03-1023 minThe Hamilton ReviewErica Komisar"Mothers are biologically important to the right brain development of children in the first three years." A quote from Erica Komisar, a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for the last 25 years. Erica is also author of her book, "Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters." Dr. Bob and Erica have an in depth discussion about the importance of a mother's presence in the first years of life, among many other topics. You will not want to miss this...2020-02-2526 min
The Comedy Cellar: Live from the TableErica Komisar, Josh Johnson and Kevin BrennanErica Komisar, Josh Johnson and Kevin Brennan2019-09-061h 30