Parenting Post-Wilderness: Parenting a Struggling Teen Before, During and After Treatment

Your guide to parenting a struggling teen or young-adult, whether they’re home, transitioning home, or presently in treatment. Parents, say goodbye to exhausting confusion, overwhelm, panic and the unhelpful patterns that keep you and your family stuck. Learn how to develop healthy responses and set healthy boundaries with your teen instead of acting out of fear and anxiety. Experience the relationship-changing power of focusing on your own behavior instead of futile attempts to control your teen. Your guides to Parenting Post-wilderness are Beth Hillman, a life coach for parents of struggling teens and mom to a post-wilderness teen, and part-time co-host Seth Gottlieb, a wilderness therapy guide turned teen and young-adult recovery coach. Their unique combination of experience and training yields candid conversations chock full of practical, actionable tips and tools to smooth the challenges both parents and teens experience surrounding treatment. <br

Parenting Post-Wilderness: Parenting a Struggling Teen Before, During and After Treatment is a kids podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 208 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #208

  208. Teaching Emotional Resilience to Teens and Young Adults With Dr. Jerry Weichman

  Aug 18, 202640 min

  Teaching emotional resilience isn't about making your teen's life easier. On the contrary. t's about helping them discover they're capable of handling life's hardest moments. If you're parenting a struggling teen or young adult, that can feel almost impossible. Every setback, relapse, or difficult season can trigger fear, making it tempting to step in and protect your child from pain. But what if those challenges are exactly what help build the emotional resilience they'll need for the rest of their life? In this episode, I'm joined again by clinical psychologist and parenting expert Dr. Jerry Weichman to explore what emotional resilience really looks like and how parents can foster it, even if their child is already a young adult. We discuss why resilience can be learned at any age, how overprotecting our children can unintentionally hold them back, and why setbacks or recidivism are often a normal part of lasting change. Whether your child is currently in treatment, transitioning home, or finding their way after treatment, this conversation offers hope and practical guidance for navigating the ups and downs of recovery with greater confidence and trust. In this episode on teaching your teen or young adult emotional resilience, we discuss: Why it's never too late to teach emotional resilience What prevents teens and young adults from developing resilience How parents model emotional resilience through their own behavior Why protecting your child from every struggle can backfire The role of adversity in building confidence and resilience Why setbacks and recidivism are a normal part of recovery How to trust your teen while letting go of what you can't control The difference between influence and control in parenting Why community and honest conversations help parents build resilience too Resources from Dr. Jerry Weichman to support your family More about Dr. Jerry Weichman Dr. Jerry Weichman, PsyD, a clinical psychologist, adolescent mental health specialist, and parenting expert, is the founder and creator of Raising Families , a free-to-access platform and trusted go-to resource for pro-active parents that provides real-life tools, systems and solutions for navigating today’s most common mental health challenges impacting children and families. Looking for support? ️Need help setting healthy boundaries with your teen AND following through? My free guide will help you do so by creating your own Parent Home Plan! Learn how to respond in hard moments, without losing your cool, the relationship, or yourself, inside my 6-week Boundaries Masterclass . Influence lasting change in yourself and your struggling teen with my private coaching or parent group program specifically created for parents of struggling teens. Have a question or need support? You can email me at beth@bethhillmancoaching.com You can support the show by: → Leaving a review → Subscribing to the show → Sharing it with another parent! And remember parents, the change begins with us.

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  Episode #207

  207. Don't Wait for a Crisis: Building Support Before Your Teen Needs It

  Aug 11, 202637 min

  When your family is in crisis, the last thing you want to do is start the orientation process of finding support. You need help - ASAP. So that time when things feel a bit calmer, and your teen seems to be doing okay, might actually be the best time to build the support system they'll need for the road ahead. In this episode, Seth Gottlieb joins me to explore why waiting until your family is in crisis often makes it harder to get the right help in place. We discuss the unique roles of therapists, mentors, and parent coaches, why they aren't interchangeable, and how creating a strong support system before problems escalate can make all the difference for both you and your teen. If you're looking for support for parents of struggling teens, we’ll help you think beyond crisis management and toward proactive, long-term support. Whether your teen is returning home from treatment, resistant to therapy, or simply navigating a difficult season, building the right team early can create stronger relationships, better communication, and more sustainable progress. In this episode on support for parents of struggling teens, we discuss: Why it's better to build support before your teen reaches a crisis The differences between therapists, mentors, and parent coaches How mentors help teens discover their own goals and build independence Why many teens respond differently to mentors than to therapists or parents When to introduce additional support during or after treatment How proactive support can reduce the likelihood of future crises Why parents often wait too long to ask for help, and how to recognize the signs sooner The importance of continuing support, even when things seem to be going well How parents can shift from crisis management to long-term growth and healthier family dynamics Looking for support? ️Need help setting healthy boundaries with your teen AND following through? My free guide will help you do so by creating your own Parent Home Plan! Learn how to respond in hard moments, without losing your cool, the relationship, or yourself, inside my 6-week Boundaries Masterclass . Influence lasting change in yourself and your struggling teen with my private coaching or parent group program specifically created for parents of struggling teens. Have a question or need support? You can email me at beth@bethhillmancoaching.com You can support the show by: → Leaving a review → Subscribing to the show → Sharing it with another parent! And remember parents, the change begins with us.

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  Episode #206

  206. What's Behind Your Teen's Behavior? Looking Beyond the Lies, Anger & Power Struggles

  Aug 4, 202630 min

  Your teen’s behavior is never just that. They’re not lying because they want to, they’re not missing curfew because they want to annoy you, and they’re not pulling you into power struggles because they enjoy it. There’s always something underneath the behavior, so let’s try to understand. As a parent, it's natural to react to the behavior that's right in front of you. After all, being lied to hurts. Anger feels personal. Deception feels like a betrayal. But when you stay focused on the behavior alone, you can miss what's happening underneath it. In this episode, Seth and I explore how behaviors like lying, manipulation, anger, and avoidance are often protective strategies rather than the root issue. Because even when you've worked hard to become a calmer, safer parent, your teen may still struggle to be honest with you. Creating emotional safety doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a long game. You'll also learn why you don't have to address every behavior in the moment, how timing can make all the difference, and how curiosity can open the door to deeper connection instead of another exhausting power struggle. If you've ever wondered why your teen keeps repeating the same behaviors despite your best efforts, this conversation will help you look beyond the surface and respond with greater understanding and intention. In this episode on what's behind your teen's behavior, we discuss: Why lying, anger, and other challenging behaviors are often symptoms, not the real problem. How to look beyond your teen's behavior to understand what's really going on. Why your teen may still hide the truth, even when you're working hard to create a safe relationship. The difference between reacting to behavior and responding with curiosity. How to avoid getting pulled into power struggles that distract from the real issue. Why timing matters when addressing difficult behaviors. Practical ways to create emotional safety and invite honest conversations with your teen. How patience and consistent connection can strengthen your relationship with your child over time. Looking for support? ️Need help setting healthy boundaries with your teen AND following through? My free guide will help you do so by creating your own Parent Home Plan! Learn how to respond in hard moments, without losing your cool, the relationship, or yourself, inside my 6-week Boundaries Masterclass . Influence lasting change in yourself and your struggling teen with my private coaching or parent group program specifically created for parents of struggling teens. Have a question or need support? You can email me at beth@bethhillmancoaching.com You can support the show by: → Leaving a review → Subscribing to the show → Sharing it with another parent! And remember parents, the change begins with us. Live workshop: Learning to live with (maybe even love) THE MANY FACES OF ADHD ️ Monday, August 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30-7:00PM MT | 6:30-8:00PM CT | 7:30-9:00PM ET Live on Zoom (Recordings available) Register now at https://bethhillmancoaching.com/adhd

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  Episode #205

  205. Your Teen Has ADHD... Now What? With Lisa Miller & Tatiana Guerreiro Ramos

  Jul 28, 202646 min

  Live workshop: Learning to live with (maybe even love) THE MANY FACES OF ADHD ️ Monday, August 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30-7:00PM MT | 6:30-8:00PM CT | 7:30-9:00PM ET Live on Zoom (Recordings available) Register now at https://bethhillmancoaching.com/adhd Receiving an ADHD diagnosis for your teen can bring a mix of relief, confusion, and a hundred new questions. What does it actually mean? How does ADHD show up beyond the stereotypes? And perhaps most importantly: how can you best support your teen without unintentionally making things harder? In this episode, I'm joined by ADHD and executive functioning specialists Lisa Miller and Tatiana Guerreiro Ramos to unpack what every parent should know about parenting a teen with ADHD. We explore why ADHD looks different from one child to the next, why a diagnosis is only the beginning, and how understanding your teen's brain can completely change the way you parent. Together, we talk about moving beyond shame and labels, recognizing the strengths that often come with ADHD, and making simple but powerful shifts that help your teen build confidence, self-awareness, and lifelong skills. As always, we come back to the idea that, parents, the change begins with us. In this episode on parenting a teen with ADHD, we discuss: Why an ADHD diagnosis is only the beginning, not the full picture The different types and presentations of ADHD How ADHD often looks different in boys and girls The strengths and "superpowers" that can come with ADHD Why parents often receive a diagnosis with very little guidance How changing your own parenting approach can transform family dynamics The importance of emotional regulation and distress tolerance as a parent Why curiosity works better than criticism when your teen is struggling Practical questions that help teens build self-awareness and problem-solving skills How reducing friction can make everyday tasks feel more manageable Why apologizing to your teen can strengthen your relationship The value of meeting your teen where they are instead of where you think they should be More about our guests: Lisa Miller Lisa is a certified Transformational Coach and Director of Classroom Matters , specializing in supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families. With over 20 years of experience in education, she helps people build executive function skills and achieve personal, professional, and academic goals. Tatiana Guerreiro Ramos As the other Director of Classroom Matters , Tatiana works alongside Lisa Miller as an educational advocate, consultant, and certified Transformational Coach. Tatiana works with Bay Area schools and organizations to offer customized professional development for teachers and administrators to better support all students, especially those with learning differences. Tatiana also works closely with families to help them access support and services for their students at school through the 504 plan and IEP processes. Looking for support? ️Need help setting healthy boundaries with your teen AND following through? My free guide will help you do so by creating your own Parent Home Plan! Learn how to respond in hard moments, without losing your cool, the relationship, or yourself, inside my 6-week Boundaries Masterclass . Influence lasting change in yourself and your struggling teen with my private coaching or parent group program specifically created for parents of struggling teens. Have a question or need support? You can email me at beth@bethhillmancoaching.com You can support the show by: → Leaving a review → Subscribing to the show → Sharing it with another parent! And remember parents, the change begins with us. Live workshop: Learning to live with (maybe even love) THE MANY FACES OF ADHD ️ Monday, August 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30-7:00PM MT | 6:30-8:00PM CT | 7:30-9:00PM ET Live on Zoom (Recordings available) Register now at https://bethhillmancoaching.com/adhd

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  Episode #204

  204. Parenting a Child With Autism: The Small Moments That Shape a Lifetime With Brittany Moser & Brady Esham

  Jul 21, 202649 min

  Live workshop: Learning to live with (maybe even love) THE MANY FACES OF ADHD ️ Monday, August 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30-7:00PM MT | 6:30-8:00PM CT | 7:30-9:00PM ET Live on Zoom (Recordings available) Register now at https://bethhillmancoaching.com/adhd When your child is diagnosed with autism, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by questions about their future. Will they be okay? Am I doing enough? What actually helps? The encouraging truth is that it often isn't one big breakthrough that shapes your child's future. It's the small, everyday moments of consistency, belief, acceptance, and connection that leave the biggest impact over time. In this episode, I'm joined by Brady Esham, an autistic entrepreneur, mentor, and neuro-affirming systems architect, alongside Brittany Moser, an autism educator and co-founder of the Synchrony app. Brady shares the parenting choices that helped him grow into the confident, driven young adult he is today, while Brittany offers practical insights from years of supporting autistic students and their families. Together, we explore why believing in your child without lowering expectations can make all the difference, how focusing on strengths instead of deficits builds resilience, and why parents deserve just as much support as their children. If you're parenting a young child, teen or young adult with autism, this conversation is a powerful reminder that your presence, your consistency, and the way you show up every day matter more than you may realize. In this episode on parenting a child with autism, we discuss: Why the small moments of parenting often have the biggest lifelong impact How acceptance and high expectations can exist together The difference between supporting your kid and creating learned helplessness Why challenging behaviors often point to lagging skills instead of defiance Practical ways to build resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset in your child with autism The importance of supporting parents alongside their autistic child How mentors, community, and belonging help autistic teens and adults thrive Resources that help neurodivergent young adults build meaningful connections More About Today’s Guests Brittany Moser Brittany Moser is co-founder of Synchrony , the Director of Learning Design in the Higher Education space and a respected Autism Specialist. With a Master’s degree in Autism Studies and extensive experience in NYC schools, she has dedicated her career to developing innovative tools and resources that enhance the lives of the autism community. Her diverse experience spans from direct support work in NYC schools to transforming organizational practices through her consulting work. Her commitment to understanding and meeting the diverse needs of this population, combined with her expertise in learning design, has established her as a trusted voice in both educational and corporate settings. She consistently seeks out opportunities to develop new resources and methodologies that better serve the autism community and create more inclusive environments across all sectors. Brady Esham Brady Esham, founder of Albus NeuroPolicy Solutions , LLC and Neuro-Affirming Systems Architect at Synchrony is an autistic published researcher, advocate, trainer, consultant with a focus on developing systems that allow all people who have a stake in the Neurodivergent community to feel validated and supported in their work through systems that highlight and honor cognitive differences and reduce cognitive load. Albus NeuroPolicy Solutions as a company works to center the strengths of organizations and work with them to align their mission with their processes to optimize impact. Looking for support? ️Need help setting healthy boundaries with your teen AND following through? My free guide will help you do so by creating your own Parent Home Plan! Learn how to respond in hard moments, without losing your cool, the relationship, or yourself, inside my 6-week Boundaries Masterclass . Influence lasting change in yourself and your struggling teen with my private coaching or parent group program specifically created for parents of struggling teens. Have a question or need support? You can email me at beth@bethhillmancoaching.com You can support the show by: → Leaving a review → Subscribing to the show → Sharing it with another parent! And remember parents, the change begins with us. Live workshop: Learning to live with (maybe even love) THE MANY FACES OF ADHD ️ Monday, August 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30-7:00PM MT | 6:30-8:00PM CT | 7:30-9:00PM ET Live on Zoom (Recordings available) Register now at https://bethhillmancoaching.com/adhd

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