Episode 5: Ep 05: How to handle behavioural challenges in kids, relationship and parenting struggles, and negative thinking patterns with Dr. Jordana Waxman (a psychologists perspective)

This week, Shannon chats with Dr. Jordana Waxman, a Clinical Psychologist in Supervised Practice (currently registering with the College of Psychologists of Ontario), who specializes in working with children, youth and families. She has developed expertise while being trained and working at a number of children’s mental health agencies including The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), The Hospital for Sick Children, Alberta Children’s Hospital, as well as private practice settings.

Twitter: @jwaxman89

Topics discussed:

1. Behavioural challenges in kids and how to handle it
2. What behavioural challenges in kids can actually mean (anxiety, depression, etc...)
3. What to say and what not to say to anyone dealing with anxiety or other mental health struggles
4. Tips for couples and/or parents who are struggling
5. How to handle fights/differences in your relationships
6. How we get addicted to negative thinking patterns, and simple ways to change your mindset
7. What you can do today to de-gunk your life

The information shared by Dr. Waxman in the podcast is informational and educational only and does not constitute a therapeutic relationship being established with the listener. The content is not meant to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical care, advice, treatment and/or diagnosis.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.instagram.com/getthegunkout/