The Coping Toolbox, a Child Psych Podcast

The Coping Toolbox, a Child Psych Podcast

Drs. Jennifer Vriend, Laila Din Osmun, and Mary Simmering McDonald

Episodes 42
Avg. Duration 38m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 5.0 (2)
Since Feb 2021
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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Every 2 Months
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Episodic
Consistency
56%
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About This Podcast

A podcast hosted by Canadian licensed Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologists Drs. Jennifer Vriend, Laila Din Osmun, and Mary Simmering McDonald, C.Psych. Topics covered include a wide variety of subjects such as dealing with child anxiety, low mood, sleep difficulties and parenting issues. Guest speakers include other Child Psychologists and developmental professionals.

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When Our Past Shows Up: Parenting, Identity and Attachment with Dr. Rana Pishva, C.Psych.

Dec 29, 2025 45m Transcript

In this episode Dr. Mary speaks with Dr. Rana Pishva about how our own childhood experiences can resurface during parenthood. They discuss matrescence (the developmental shift of becoming a parent),…

Complex Kids, Simple Solutions with Dr. Jenny Demark, Dr. Linda Reinstein & Conrad Leung, BCBA

Nov 24, 2025 32m Transcript

Dr. Laila sits down with Dr. Jenny Demark, C.Psych., Dr. Linda Reinstein, C.Psych., and Conrad Leung, BCBA, to discuss their new book, Complex Kids, Simple Solutions, and the powerful three-part…

Saving Childhood: Protecting Kids’ Mental Health in a Digital Age

Sep 01, 2025 56m Transcript

Dr. Mary and Joanne Doucette, MSW, RSW (Social Worker) discuss how smartphones and social media affect kids' mental health, what the research shows, and why delaying phones can help. They offer…

Helping Children Grieve with Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW

Nov 12, 2024 50m

In this episode, Jenn interviews Jana DeCristofaro, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Community Response Program Coordinator at Dougy Center, and host of the  “Grief Out Loud” podcast. We discuss how…

Self-Compassion for Parents

Sep 25, 2024 32m

In this episode Dr. Mary and Dr. Jenn describe self-compassion as a helpful skill to practice. They discuss how self-compassion helps us to be kinder to ourselves while navigating the challenges of…

Coping Skills for Panic Attacks in Teens with Janine Halloran, LMHC

Jun 21, 2024 24m

In this episode, Dr. Laila interviews Janine Halloran, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, author and speaker from Massachusetts. They discuss how to motivate teens to develop a coping toolbox, and…

Emotion Coaching with Dr. Anna Campbell, R.Psych.

May 26, 2024 39m

In this episode, Dr. Jenn is joined by Dr. Anna Campbell, a Registered Clinical Psychologist from Nova Scotia. Dr. Campbell describes what emotion coaching is, and how and when to use it. This…

Early Signs of Autism in Young Children

Mar 18, 2024 41m

In this episode Drs. Jenn and Mary discuss some of the early signs of autism in young children. We discuss typical developmental milestones and what might be some indicators of differences in…

Test Anxiety

Jan 31, 2024 28m

In this episode, Drs. Laila, Mary, and Jenn examine test anxiety. They discuss why we experience test anxiety and practical tips for before and during tests. Ideas for challenging worry thoughts and…

Grief and the Holidays with Joanne Doucette, RSW

Nov 05, 2023 34m

In this episode, Dr. Jenn is joined once again by Joanne Doucette, Registered Social Worker to examine ideas to help navigate the holiday season while you are experiencing grief. They discuss various…

Coping with Separation Anxiety in Children

Sep 12, 2023 26m

In this episode, Drs. Laila, Mary, and Jenn discuss separation anxiety and how it affects children and their caregivers. Common symptoms are discussed, and they explore ideas to help cope with the…

Perfectionism with Dr. Simon Sherry, RPsych

Sep 04, 2023 33m

In this episode, Dr. Jenn interviews Dr. Simon Sherry. Dr. Sherry is a Professor at Dalhousie University and an internationally recognized expert in perfectionism. During this episode, Dr. Sherry…

The Adolescent Brain

Apr 10, 2023 34m

In this episode, Drs. Jenn and Mary explore changes that take place in the adolescent brain, including how rewiring fine tunes the brain. This process starts at the back of the brain and moves to the…

S2E31 Helping Your Anxious Child Use Intentional Practice with Dr. Dawn Huebner

Jan 27, 2023 34m

In this episode, Dr. Laila interviews world-renowned child psychologist, parent coach and award-winning author, Dr. Dawn Huebner. They discuss the importance of intentional practice in the treatment…

S2E30 Healthy Relationships

Oct 19, 2022 32m

In this episode, Drs. Mary, Jenn, and Laila discuss qualities that are frequently observed as part of healthy relationships. Listeners are encouraged to observe what qualities they notice in their…

S2E29 Building Resilience in Children & Teens

Oct 06, 2022 25m

In this episode, Drs. Jenn, Laila and Mary discuss how parents can help their children and teens build resilience. Topics covered include the importance of modelling resilience, optimism,…

S1E28 Social Anxiety in Children and Teens

Feb 20, 2022 34m

In this episode, Drs. Jenn, Laila and Mary discuss social anxiety in children and teens. Common symptoms, evidenced-based treatment, and how parents can help their children cope with social anxiety…

S1E27 Grief in Children with Joanne Doucette, MSW, RSW

Dec 22, 2021 1h 15m

In this episode, Dr. Jenn is joined by Joanne Doucette, Registered Social Worker, from Ottawa (Ontario). They discuss differences between grief and mourning, the uniqueness of the experience of…

S1E26 Sleep in Children with Dr. Penny Corkum

Nov 23, 2021 36m

In this episode, Dr. Jenn interviews Dr. Penny Corkum, Registered Psychologist & Professor in the Clinical Psychology Program with the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Dalhousie…

S1E25 Kids and Needles: What Every Parent and Healthcare Provider Should Know to Reduce Pain and Fear with Dr. Jody Thomas

Oct 29, 2021 38m

In this episode, Dr. Laila interviews Dr. Jody Thomas, Clinical Health Psychologist, Founder and CEO of the Meg Foundation, and Adjunct Faculty at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Thomas…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Coping Toolbox, a Child Psych Podcast have?

The Coping Toolbox, a Child Psych Podcast has published 42 episodes since February 2021, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.

Is The Coping Toolbox, a Child Psych Podcast still active?

The Coping Toolbox, a Child Psych Podcast is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 38m.

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