We are starting season 8 with Teaching With A Strength-Based Approach: How to Motivate Students and Build Relationships by Steven Baron, Psy.D., which seems fitting as we are in the swing of back to school. Dr. Barons, a seasoned school psychologist and private practice therapist, shares insights on how highlighting students' strengths rather than focusing on their deficits can significantly impact their success and well-being. The discussion includes practical strategies for educators to incorporate strength-based methods in their classrooms, emphasizing the long-term positive effects these relationships can have on students. The episode concludes with Dr. Barons reflecting on his motivation for writing the book and his thoughts on extending these principles to parenting.

Jessica Fowler chats with Carrie Leaf, MS, LMFT about her book Therapize Yourself: Choose to Heal and Find Your Truth. A Step by Step Program to Bring Our the Best Version of You by Integrating the Mind, Body and Spirit. Carrie shares in her book what she shares with all her clients.

Jessica Fowler, LCSW interviews Sharon Martin, LCSW about her book Better Boundaries.

Jessica Fowler interviews Jamie D. Roberts, LMFT about her book Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety: A Practical Guide to Manage Stress, Ease Worry, and Find Calm. Jamie shares tools that can help teens with their anxiety.