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Daily Wellness Podcast101 | Developing Healthy Relationships with our Teens with Kirsten CobabeRelationships affect our health for better or worse. And this includes our relationships with our kids. If those relationships are strained in our home, then that increases our stress (which impacts all systems in the body) and relationships impact our mental health, too. I am currently experiencing the truth that navigating the teen years as a parent comes with some unique challenges. Some of you know exactly what I mean! And that’s why I welcome Kirsten Cobabe on the podcast this week. She is a seasoned teen and parent coach and we discuss the nuances of parenti...
2025-05-121h 01
Why Intervention PodcastThe Teen Brain and Addiction Risk: How Parents Can Connect Before It's Too Late with Kirsten CobabeIn this episode of the Why Intervention Podcast, Christopher Doyle and Kirsten Cobabe dive deep into the turbulent waters of teen development and addiction risk. Kirsten draws from over two decades of experience guiding parents through the challenges of adolescence to reveal the hidden connections between brain development, parenting approaches, and addiction vulnerability. Beyond the typical "just say no" advice, this conversation explores why teens make the decisions they do, how parents can maintain influence during these critical years, and the powerful protective factors that can prevent addiction before it starts. What emerges is a masterclass in...
2025-04-041h 13
Minimalist Moms Podcast | All Things Minimalism, Intentionality & Simple LivingA Modern (Yet Ancient) Perspective on Parenting Teens | Kirsten Cobabe (EP06)This podcast is part of the Clear Intentions series of the show.How do you guide your teen without overwhelming them—or yourself? In this episode I sit down with Kirsten Cobabe, a former therapist turned coach, to explore a refreshing approach to parenting teenagers. Together, they discuss how to replace unnecessary rules with meaningful conversations, foster trust while allowing autonomy, and navigate the challenges of adolescence with curiosity and respect.From peer pressure and risky behaviors to digital monitoring and school stress, Kirsten shares expert insights on preparing preteens for what’s ahead and main...
2025-02-2741 min
Here For The TruthEp 226 - Kirsten Cobabe | How to Be the Parent Your Teen NeedsIn this episode we sit down with Kirsten Cobabe, a former therapist turned family coach who brings over two decades of experience in guiding parents through the complexities of adolescence. Drawing from her unique perspective of working closely with families while choosing not to have children herself, Kirsten offers fresh insights into the delicate balance of protecting and empowering teenagers in today's digital age.
Our conversation explores everything from the impact of social media on teen relationships to the critical role of emotional intelligence in parenting. Kirsten challenges conventional wisdom about academic success, shares practical strategies...
2025-02-161h 37
Reflective Parenting by Curious NeuronSetting Boundaries and Holding Space for Teenagers' Emotions with Kirsten CobabeSend us a textIn this episode, Kirsten Cobabe, a teen coach, discusses how parents can navigate the challenges of raising teenagers. She emphasizes the importance of building a strong connection with teens and understanding their perspective. Kirsten suggests that parents should shift their mindset and approach the teenage years with openness and curiosity. She encourages parents to set boundaries while also holding space for their teens' emotions and experiences. Kirsten also highlights the significance of community support and mentorship for both parents and teens. The conversation explores the importance of active listening, vulnerability, and...
2024-09-161h 00
Aware Parenting Stories with Joss GouldenEpisode 88 - Parenting Teenagers with Kirsten CobabeIn this episode I talk with Kirsten Cobabe. Kirsten is a former therapist turned coach, teen and parent whisperer and artist, and specialises in supporting families navigate the waves of adolescence. For over two decades, she has guided parents in learning how to listen to, and talk with, their teens. She engages parents in personal reflection, embracing their evolving role, understanding the teen brain and restoring harmony in the home. In recognizing this unique stage of development, her hope is to bridge the widening gap between parents and their children, creating conscious, stronger bonds. Through compassionate guidance, intentional, sound strategies...
2024-08-0259 min
Emotionally Intelligent Parenting with Stephanie Pinto34: Parenting Teens: How to Stay Connected Amid Risky Behaviour, Vaping, Phones and the TikTok Lifestyle, with Kirsten Cobabe.Are you raising teens or tweens?In this episode of Emotionally Intelligent Parenting, join me for a heartfelt conversation with our guest, teen parent coach Kirsten Cobabe. Kirsten emphasizes the power of connection, explaining how having someone who truly sees and supports a teen can help them avoid or escape risky situations. She also shared her own story of navigating a dangerous relationship as a teen.We delve into understanding rebellious and strong-willed teens, the importance of getting curious rather than furious, and why parents mustn't jump to conclusions...
2024-06-1633 min
Cat & Nat UnfilteredParenting Teens Unfiltered: The Fear of Teenagehood & Kirsten CobabeWelcome to the NEW podcast all about parenting teens with Cat & Nat. Each week we are going to go over topics that you need to know and bring an expert to break down an important topic. New episodes every Monday, go subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.Tune in every Monday for a brand new episode!Adolescence is NOT easy. Kids are changing dramatically, gaining autonomy, taking risks and experiencing behavioral and hormonal shifts. These big changes can be hard for everyone in the house, especially parents! We brought back Kirsten Cobabe, f...
2024-05-2750 min
Parenting Teens Unfiltered with Cat & NatThe Fear of Teenagehood & Kirsten Cobabe Welcome to the NEW podcast all about parenting teens with Cat & Nat. Each week we are going to go over topics that you need to know and bring an expert to break down an important topic. New episodes every Monday, subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.Adolescence is NOT easy. Kids are changing dramatically, gaining autonomy, taking risks and experiencing behavioral and hormonal shifts. These big changes can be hard for everyone in the house, especially parents! We brought back Kirsten Cobabe, former therapist turned coach, teen/parent whisperer and artist specializing in supporting families n...
2024-05-2750 min
Let ‘em go BarefootEp. 36 Living and Learning with Teens with Kirsten CobabeKirsten Cobabe is a former therapist and “teen whisperer”, and I believe she is doing what she was put on this earth to do: support teens and parents during this unique time.
Although Kirsten had not planned on living in Hawaii, she was called there. Water surrounds her literally, but it is also a consistent theme in the work she does.
In this episode we talk all things TEENS (and get some solid reinforcements from a neighboring rooster!) Kirsten shares insights from the work she has been doing for over 20 years. Here are some things we d...
2024-05-101h 01
The ReProgramAttuning to Our Teens with Kirsten CoBabeThe soft, wise, grounded Kirsten CoBabe is on the pod today to support and teach us how to attune to our teens (and ourselves!) as we navigate this dicey and impactful chapter in our parenting journey. This podcast got very big, deep and philosophical, but I think that's what we must do when parenting teens? Oh the bigness required!What I especially love about the teen years (and Kirsten and I want everyone to know this!) is that the brain undergoes significant growth and development, including a pruning process that removes unused connections and strengthens others. So if w...
2024-04-241h 07
Finding You: by Dr. Brad ReedyThe Teen Whisperer: An Interview with Kirsten Cobabe - Ep 588The Teen Whisperer: An Interview with Kirsten Cobabe - Ep 588 by Dr. Brad Reedy
2024-02-2137 min
Cat & Nat UnfilteredHow To Not Lose It As a Parent with Kirsten CobabeEasily one of the more frustrating and yet very normal things about raising a teen is the fact that they're going to be doing things seemingly out of nowhere that push your buttons, to get a reaction out of you, or ultimately (and commonly) be a complete jerk to you for completely unknown reasons! This week we're bringing you an interview with one of our favourite guest experts, counsellor, family advocate and coach Kirsten Cobabe (the Teen Whisperer!) breaks it down for us in the best possible way! If you don't follow Kirsten already, find her kirstencobabe.How...
2024-02-1918 min
Natural Super Kids PodcastEpisode 148: What you need to know about parenting teens with Kirsten CobabeThis week I'm thrilled to have Kirsten Cobabe on the podcast. I've had the pleasure of chatting with Kirsten before for our membership program, the Natural Super Kids Klub, and it was such an insightful chat on supporting our teens.Kirsten is a family coach and teen whisperer who specialises in supporting both teens and parents in navigating the waves of adolescence. Her intentional approach focuses on creating lasting connections through curiosity, presence, authenticity, and awareness. Kirsten supports parents in learning how to listen to and talk with their teens. She engages parents in personal reflection, embracing...
2024-01-2035 min
Cat & Nat Unfiltered'Parenting Now vs Parenting Then' with Kirsten CobabeWe think you're going to love this weeks interview with special guest, counsellor, family advocate and coach Kirsten Cobabe, MSW. With her amazing rapport with tweens and teens and her ability to understand and connect with them in a profound way, Kirsten has also become known as 'the Teen Whisperer' and we're here for it! Kirsten explains exactly how she helps parents navigate the waves of adolescence while highlighting how to effectively communicate and connect with our kids by becoming authentically curious and truly present. Kirsten gives us the real and tangible tactics and tools we all need to...
2023-11-1319 min
Natural Super Kids PodcastEpisode 130: Parenting Teenagers: Are You Ready for the Transition?This week's podcast episode is a little different from our usual episodes. It is more personal and conversational than our regular educational episodes. As a parent of teenagers, I am sharing my personal experience and insights on my teen parenting journey.In today’s episode, I will discuss:The transition in parenting, moving from raising younger children to navigating the teenage years; The noticeable shifts in children's behaviours as they enter their teenage years;The emotional "grief" associated with:Saying goodbye to the days of your little kids;The process of letting go as your children gain in...
2023-08-2632 min
Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without PunishmentsConnection With Teenagers (with Kirsten Cobabe)Many people have contacted me requesting more episodes on teenagers, so I have invited teen whisperer Kirsten Cobabe to join me today. We will be discussing the significant change that occurs when our children transition from wanting to do things with us to desiring independence. Our conversation will include curfews and how, despite appearing more like adults, teenagers still get dysregulated and still have big feelings.Check out Kirsten on Instagram: @kirstencobabeEnjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a re...
2023-05-3024 min
Cat & Nat UnfilteredDisrespectful Teens with Kirsten CobabeEasily one of the more frustrating and yet very normal things about raising a teen is the fact that they're going to be doing something to push your buttons, get a reaction out of you, or ultimately (and commonly) be a complete jerk to you out of no where. This is definitely a must listen for anyone with a tween or teen who's come out of no where with a lot of anger, frustration, or disrespect and you've been left wondering what exactly happened to your child to make them so defiant all the time.To...
2023-05-1518 min
BEautifully UnwindingStay Connected to Our Teens + Ourselves Through the Waves of Adolescents with "Teen Whisperer" Kirsten CobabeKirsten Cobabe also known as the Teen Whisperer is on the podcast today sharing insights and practical steps we can take to stay connected to ourselves and our teens through the waves of adolecents. Through her work, Kirsten helps families navigate the waves of adolescence while moving toward an empowered, joyful and connected life. Make sure and listen to the very end of this conversation, it sounds as if we are wrapping up AND then we dive a bit deeper into Kirsten’s personal journey of the powerful impact being met where she was during her teen ye...
2023-02-161h 04
Raising GreatnessLearn How to Speak to your Teen and What to do When Triggered with Expert | Kirsten CobabeKirsten Cobabe - Teen Whisperer. Kirsten specializes in helping parents navigate the waves of adolescence and restoring harmony in the home.
Join us as we learn how to speak to our teens, why consequences work better than punishments, alternative education options like outdoor schools, what to do when triggered by our kids, how to create a leader and not a follower, and so much more!
You can find out more about Kirsten at:
www.kirstencobabe.com
https://www.instagram.com/kirstencobabe/
And follow us at:
https://www...
2023-02-0948 min
The Better Behavior Show with Dr. Nicole BeurkensTeen Whisperer: Tips for Communicating & Parenting TeensMy guest this week is Kirsten Cobabe. In this episode, Kirsten and I discuss parenting teens. There are so many parts of parenting teens, tweens, and young adults during the developmental phases that can feel tricky to us, as well as for caregivers and kids. Teens are not adults; they're also not little kids. It can be tough to know when to intervene and support, or when to back off. And some days it can feel like we are wrong no matter what we do. Let’s explore what makes adolescents at this age tick, the ways we...
2022-11-3048 min
Teen Life PodcastEpisode 75: Sleep Disorders & Fall TrendsTeenagers often have a hard time getting enough sleep, which can have negative consequences for every aspect of their lives. Busy schedules are only part of the problem though. Teen brains are actually wired to go to sleep later and sleep longer in the morning. Episode 75 explains why and talks through a few ways to help teens get the sleep they need.
Then, don't miss the segments on Fall trends like pumpkin spiced lattes, fashion and teen terms explained!
This week's tip for connecting with teens is especially useful. We're sure it will make an...
2022-10-0424 min
COR Parenting ConversationsKirsten Cobabe: Stay Conscious, Gentle, and Connected During Adolescence and Teen YearsThis COR Parenting Conversation features Teen Whisper, Kirsten Cobabe. Kirsten and Caley highlight what does Conscious Parenting look like in the later years? How do we deal with some of the fears we as parents have for our adolescence and teenagers as they enter “the real world”? How can we continue to stay connected and respectful to our children as they grow up? --> For more information about Caley’s COR Membership, head to www.caleykukla.com/cor--> You can find Kirsten on Instagram at: @kirstencobabe or at her website: www.raisingunicorns.co
2022-07-0437 min
Cat & Nat UnfilteredA Conversation with Teen Whisperer Kirsten CobabeIf you have a teen or tween, this special episode is for you! We chatted with Teen Whisper Kirsten Cobabe to get insight (aka help) into the teen years. And guys, we should be grateful for this part of their evolution! The tone, attitude and sass are telling us that something is important. Get curious and listen. Teens are forming their own identity, their opinion, their autonomy, their independence. And that's what parents want for their kids! Follow https://www.instagram.com/kirstencobabe for more insight and if you enjoyed this special podcast and want to learn more about...
2022-06-1638 min
Joyful Courage for Parenting TeensEps 328: Kirsten Cobabe Teaches Us How to Deepen Our Relationships With TeensMy guest this week is Kirsten Cobabe.Kirsten has worked with families for over twenty years, supporting parents and young people navigating the waves of adolescence by becoming authentically curious and truly present.During her time as a social worker, she was coined the Teen Whisperer. Her ability to meet young people where they are and invite parents into this world offers a new space for connection; a modern lens of radical acceptance.Kirsten guides families into an empowered, joyful and connected life during some of the most transformative years. She has coached c...
2022-06-0148 minJoyful Courage for Parenting TeensEps 328: Kirsten Cobabe Teaches Us How to Deepen Our Relationships With TeensMy guest this week is Kirsten Cobabe.Kirsten has worked with families for over twenty years, supporting parents and young people navigating the waves of adolescence by becoming authentically curious and truly present.During her time as a social worker, she was coined the Teen Whisperer. Her ability to meet young people where they are and invite parents into this world offers a new space for connection; a modern lens of radical acceptance.Kirsten guides families into an empowered, joyful and connected life during some of the most transformative years. She has coached c...
2022-06-0148 min
Working Mom HourOur Chat with the Teen WhispererOn Ep. 23 of Working Mom Hour, “teen whisperer” Kirsten Cobabe joins us for a powerful conversation. Kirsten has dedicated her career to helping parents and their teens navigate and strengthen their relationship. We talk about how to better connect with our teens, old and new paradigms in parenting, and why it’s sometimes important to just sit in the suck with them. Join us!Find Kirsten· Instagram· WebsitePlease make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode, and kindly review the podcast on Apple Podcasts so w...
2022-03-2941 min
After the Bell with @educatinglauraTeen Whisperer: Kirsten CobabeHave you ever met someone that you have felt so completely aligns with your beliefs that the conversation is effortless?
That is what I feel while I have this conversation.
Kirsten Cobabe is literally a teen whisperer.
She works with families to support their teen in being heard, held, supported and truly understood.
We discuss how she came up with the idea of shifting the paradigm regarding educating and raising our children.
What she believes is a deeply empowering space for her.
What education c...
2022-03-1357 min
MOM2MOM with Maria SansoneHow to Better Connect & Communicate With TeensThe teen years can be so fun, careless and adventurous; they can also be trying and tough. And for many teens it can be hard to connect with adults, especially their parents. But it doesn't have to be that way, thanks to "Teen Whisperer" Kirsten Cobabe. The teen and family coach helps people find ways to lay a foundation of trust, communication and connection with successful strategies. Cobabe understands that teens need to feel seen, supported and in control. She also understands that parents can foster that independence while still providing structure and boundaries. Today, she shares how to...
2022-02-2825 min
Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without PunishmentsConnecting with Our Teenagers with Guest Kirsten CobabeI love all things teenager and so does my guest Kristen Cobabe the “teen whisperer”. When I first became a teen I found myself at a loss as to what to do and how to interact with my daughter. It was murky water and I struggled to say the least. But I have found my way and now I am enjoying the teenage years more than I thought I would.
Today I’m joined by Kirsten Cobabe, who has worked with teenagers since she herself was a teenager as a mentor. In our discussion today, we talk about...
2021-03-2631 min
Get Wellthy13. How to Meaningfully Connect with Our Tweens and Teens with Kirsten Cobabe“Oh, you think parenting toddlers is hard? Just wait until the teen years!”Chances are if you’re a parent, at one point or another, someone has projected their negative feelings toward being a parent of older kids. But is that really the narrative we need to accept?Today on Get Wellthy, we are chatting with Kirsten Cobabe who is known as the “teen whisperer” and has some amazing resources for parents of teens. Kirsten was so helpful in answering many of the questions that come along with being parents of teens. Not only was she helpfu...
2021-02-091h 01
Better Etc. with Trista SutterRaising Teens (aka Unicorns) with Kirsten CobabeQuaranTEEN can be tough. Raising teenagers is challenging in the best of times, but between quarantine and homeschooling, everyone’s struggles right now are amplified. To help us out, Trista welcomes Family Coach and “Teen Whisperer” Kirsten Cobabe, to talk about all things parenting and provide information on how to better connect and communicate with our teenagers. In this episode, Kirsten shares some incredible tips on how to help our teens form their identities through all the phases of adolescence and your host opens up about a recent learning moment with her son Max and a beautiful moment with daught...
2021-01-1957 min
VIPs Only03: *New ways to bond with difficult stepkids w/Kirsten CobabeI chatted with The Teenager Whisperer, Kirsten Cobabe for my public podcast, “I know I’m crazy.” After we wrapped up the public portion, she and I broke away to discuss stepmom specific tactics. She has a very unorthodox way of dealing with teenagers and I think this will help many of us understand the positions of our stepchildren. Aside from being a therapist, Kirsten was also a stepchild!
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2019-09-1021 min
I Know I’m Crazy with NAJA HALL020: A shocking NEW approach to TEENAGERSNaja is stunned as guest, Kirsten Cobabe teaches new tactics to deal with the spirited teen years. Kirsten Cobabe is a social worker who specializes in supporting families through the waves of adolescence. She combines the powerful of mindfulness with a modern approach from which to see teenagers in a whole new light.
Visit Kirsten online at www.raisingunicorns.co
www.kirstencobabe.com
2019-08-2749 min