Join us as we discuss the mental health issues affecting Latinx adolescents today. Dr. Yovanska Duarte-Velez, a clinical psychologist specializing in this area, sheds light on unique stressors like discrimination and cultural expectations. Discover how understanding these challenges can help provide the support needed. Don't miss this enlightening conversation! 

Learn more about Yovanska Duarte-Velez, PhD 

When treating a child for their mental health, the first course of treatment is therapy. But sometimes, therapy alone is not enough. This podcast explains how to know when medications for kids might be necessary, and how to talk to your doctor about it. 

Learn more about Jeff Hunt, MD

Amanda Pelletier joins Mindcast to discuss how strategies rooted in Dialectical Behavior Therapy can help parents in times of conflict.

On this episode of Mindcast, we've invited Kristen Abatecola, senior clinical dietitian here at Bradley Hospital to help us understand the science behind mealtime and kids. Kristen helps us understand selective eating, mealtimes with kids who happen to be on medication, and general eating strategies to help kids stay healthy.

In this episode of Mindcast, we welcomed Dr. Wendy Plante, and early childhood researcher with an expertise in sibling relationships. We will discuss why is it important to talk about siblings, how do our sibling relationships influence us during our lives, how sibling relationships change over time, and some of the things that can influence sibling relationships. Most important, Dr. Plante will discuss some things we can do as parents to help bolster sibling relationships.

Dr. Gold will provide an overview of core mindfulness skills as taught and practiced in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and its adolescent adaptation (DBT-A) with teens and their caregivers. This talk will demonstrate how DBT provides concrete strategies for practicing mindfulness even (and especially!) when emotions are quick, intense, and long-lasting, as is the case when working with families with high levels of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation.

Morgan Lindberg, nurse educator, joins us to discuss what truly drives kids, how to support them in meaningful ways, and why motivation isn’t one-size-fits-all. From understanding different praise styles to using motivational interviewing techniques, we share practical strategies for parents, educators, and mental health professionals to help kids thrive.

Kristen Kichefski is back by popular demand with more of her tips and strategies on how to de-escalate situations and pointers on how to regulate emotions. She shares her evidence-based strategies to help support parents and kids stay calm in upsetting situations.

Dr. Robert Miranda is on the latest episode of Mindcast, discussing the use of substances and the correlation to mental health in teens. Find out why teens start using substances and how to help your teen if you suspect they are using or abusing illegal substances.

Teletherapy has become increasingly popular ---especially for teenagers and adults - but does it work? Dr. Molly Hedrick is here to discuss the research on why virtual therapy has been a success, in more ways than one.

Ali Manning, MD discusses the importance of supporting pediatric primary care providers with caring for their patient's mental health needs.

Rebecca Craine, a trained speech and language pathologist at Bradley Hospital discusses the increased need for speech therapy for kids and the unique ways speech therapy can help some patients with mental health challenges.

Listen to our latest episode of MindCast featuring The Autism Project's Ariana DeAngelis, MEd. Ariana shares her insight on keeping kids with autism safe during the summer. Stream at the link below.

Don Laliberte, a clinician and director of Access at Bradley Hospital, joins Mindcast to share information about how to connect families to mental health help and resources.

There are many reasons why a child's behavior could escalate. Knowing how to de-escalate a situation properly is key in preventing violence. Learn more about de-escalation strategies in our podcast with Kristen Kichefski, chief nursing officer at Bradley Hospital.

With lawmakers seeking to ban social media for teens in some states across the country, and schools wanting to ban cell phones during the school day, we wanted to take a deeper dive into screens and social media again. We are joined by Dr. Henry Sachs, president of Bradley Hospital.

We’ve seen them everywhere – fidgets. They’re growing in popularity, among both kids and adults, but what is their true purpose? Why should we use them? They are often referred to as fidget “toys” but they can serve as more than a toy. As occupational therapists, we tend to prefer the word "tools." Although fidgets may appear fun and enjoyable, they serve a beneficial purpose that can be a great tool in our regulation and attention toolboxes.

Dr. Tanuja Gandhi discusses social media and how to best navigate it in today's world.

Dr. Ryann Morrison shares her insight on the impact of trauma on kids and the best ways to help them navigate the healing process.

Gina Marini shares advice and tips on the best way to help kids with ASD and what you can do to ensure a smooth transition for everyone.

Dr. Charity-Parker discusses her research about racial socialization messages among Black youth. Her research discussed the role parents and non-parents play in the way Black youth see themselves.

After a prolonged absence, Dr. Hellmuth will give tips and strategies for easing back into the school environment.

DBT Therapy, or dialectical behavior therapy, sound complicated. Dr. Kerri Kim is here to discuss what it is, how it works and what to expect in a child or teen undergoing DBT therapy.

On each episode we’ll interview a different Bradley Hospital clinician on topics ranging from teen depression, to processing grief and loss, to anxiety in kids and all things mental health in between. So listen to Mindcast: Healthy Mind, Healthy Child wherever you get your podcasts and please check out the full podcast library here