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Parents, do you worry about your teen’s emotional well-being and how anxiety may be affecting their daily life? Have you felt helpless or unsure about how to support your teen through their struggles? Are you concerned about the long-term impact of anxiety on your teen’s mental health? Are you looking for guidance and support from experts who understand what you’re going through and can provide practical advice to your teen for navigating this journey? Hi, I’m Monica Crnogorac and I’m so excited that you’re here on Parenting Anxious Teens. Things may seem smooth and easy for me now, but they weren’t always this way. I remember what it felt like to be a teen and feel overwhelmed, alone, confused, and frustrated. Even though I had the awareness of how I was feeling, I still struggled to overcome the heavy emotions because I was afraid of letting anyone in. I was hoping I would be able to ignore it and shove it under the rug without really needing to address it. What happened? My feelings of anxiety and overwhelm intensified and that freaked me out. I needed to find a way to free myself from the hole I dug, so I finally decided to work with someone who helped me let go of the burdens of anxiety I was carrying for years. It wasn’t easy and it made me shed a few tears, but I was able to release the pain and move forward to living a life where anxiety doesn’t have the driver seat. Let me tell you, the time, energy, and money I put towards my own transformation is what inspired me to help teens today. Resolving my own anxiety allowed me to uncover the secret to overcoming big emotions in an easy, manageable, and adaptive way. After falling in love with the self-growth journey, I went to school to get educated and certified so I can empower you and tell you everything I know. Inside this podcast, we explore the nature of non-clinical anxiety, uncovering its triggers, signs and symptoms, and the profound impact it has on a teen’s life. Parents, you will learn how to understand, support, and empower your teens through their struggles with anxiety. You’ll learn actionable steps you can take to create a supportive environment at home and help your teen manage their anxiety effectively. But we don’t stop there. I bring on expert guests, share anxiety hacks, and equip both teens and parents with practical strategies for building resilience, coping with stress, and navigating those turbulent waters with grace and strength. We are going to simplify teenage anxiety for you because I want you see your teen happy, confident, and thriving. I want you to be able to have a strong and supportive relationship with them where everyone feels understood and supported. Most importantly, I want to help them reach their full potential despite what they’re going through. So, grab your favourite drink, get in some comfy clothes and let’s dig in. You can find me here: Instagram: @__consciouscoach Work with me: www.consciouscoach.biz Connect: monica@consciouscoach.biz
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Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
Hi Parents!
In this episode, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian Lee Cotton, author and mindful eating expert, to discuss how parents can help their teens build a healthy relationship with food and foster positive body image. Lee shares practical strategies for creating a home environment where conversations about food, nutrition, and body image are approached with mindfulness, care, and positivity, helping teens feel supported rather than judged.
We explore how subtle messages at the dinner table - what you say and how we you it - can shape a teen’s thoughts and behaviours around food and their bodies. Lee helps parents recognize early signs that a teen may be struggling with anxious or disordered eating and offers guidance on how to respond in ways that promote trust, self-awareness, and a balanced approach to nutrition.
Whether your teen experiences anxiety around food or you simply want to create a mindful, supportive home environment, this episode is full of actionable advice and insights parents can start using today.
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Hi Parents!
Fear and stress are a natural part of life but for anxious teens, these feelings can feel overwhelming and limiting. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Heiss shares how parents can help their teens harness the power of stress, transform fear into growth, and build resilience.
Rebecca explains the science behind fear and stress, including the instinctual limitations that often hold us back, and offers the Fear[less] Stress formula for navigating uncertainty. Parents will learn practical ways to guide teens through school pressures, social challenges, and life transitions, all while modelling healthy stress management themselves.
This episode is packed with actionable strategies to help teens approach fear and anxiety with confidence, curiosity, and courage - turning what feels like setbacks into opportunities for growth.
👉🏻 Learn more about Rebecca's Fear[less] Masterclass.
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Hi Parents!
Loneliness is often misunderstood, especially when it comes to teens.
Today I’m joined by Lucy Rose, founder of The Cost of Loneliness Project, to explore why loneliness is not simply about being alone and how it often hides beneath anxiety, withdrawal, and silence in adolescents.
Lucy brings a unique perspective from her work in public health, medicine, and communication, including her leadership role at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. As a trained clinician, she helps families reframe loneliness not as a personal failure, but as a shared human experience that shapes emotional wellbeing, connection, and resilience.
In our conversation, we discuss how loneliness can exist even in busy, loving homes, why teens may struggle to name or express it, and how family environments play a powerful role in helping teens feel emotionally supported - without parents needing to fix or rush emotions away.
We also explore what meaningful connection looks like in everyday moments, how parents can support their teens through presence rather than pressure, and why loneliness should be understood as a collective responsibility rather than something teens or parents must navigate alone.
If your teen struggles with anxiety, emotional withdrawal, or feeling disconnected and you’re unsure how to help without pushing, this episode offers a compassionate, grounded perspective that will help you support connection, resilience, and emotional safety at home.
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Hi Parents!
It’s normal for teenagers to pull away, retreat to their rooms, or become more private but for parents, it can feel isolating, frustrating, and even painful. In this episode, Anita Cleare, parenting coach and author of How to Get Your Teenager Out of Their Bedroom, shares strategies for navigating these tricky dynamics with patience and confidence.
Anita explains why a teen’s bedroom isn’t just a space - they’re practicing independence, managing emotions, and figuring out who they are. She offers practical ways for parents to reach out, stay connected, and foster open communication without forcing interactions. You’ll hear how to manage your own feelings of rejection or worry, create small daily habits that strengthen connection, and encourage teens to share their experiences in a safe, supportive way.
If you’ve ever wondered how to bridge the gap when your teen withdraws, this conversation helps you understand how to maintain a loving, connected relationship.
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Hi Parents!
Parenting is challenging, especially when your teen struggles with anxiety or strong emotions. Hunter Clarke-Fields, #1 bestselling author and mindfulness teacher, shares practical strategies for helping parents manage their own stress while supporting their teens with compassion and clarity.
Hunter shares how mindfulness isn’t just meditation - it’s a way of showing up in everyday moments, responding rather than reacting, and modelling healthy emotional regulation for your teen. She discusses breaking generational patterns, repairing connections after conflict, and weaving mindfulness into real-life parenting moments without adding pressure or overwhelm.
This episode has actionable tips for parents who want to be calmer, more present, and more effective in guiding their teens through challenges - while showing them how to manage emotions and stress in a healthy, sustainable way.
👉🏻 FREE Stop Yelling Guide
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Hi Parents!
I’m excited to welcome Dr. Ken Ginsburg, a physician, Professor of Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and Founder of the Center for Parent and Teen Communication. With decades of experience working directly with teens and families, Dr. Ginsburg is a leading expert in adolescent health and a trusted voice on supporting teen mental well-being. He is also the author of Lighthouse Parenting: Raising Your Child With Loving Guidance for a Lifelong Bond, a book that provides parents with practical strategies to guide, support, and connect with their teens in meaningful ways.
In this episode, Dr. Ginsburg shares evidence-based insights on how parents can nurture confident, resilient teens without adding pressure or stress. We dive into recognizing the signs of anxiety, understanding the impact of peer influence, and turning everyday challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. He introduces the concept of Lighthouse Parenting, a balanced approach that combines guidance, support, and emotional connection to help teens build lifelong resilience and strong mental health habits.
This conversation provides parents with research-backed strategies to navigate adolescence and help their teens thrive in today’s world.
👉🏻 FREE Stress Management Plan
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Hi Parents!
Do you notice that your teen is highly sensitive or easily overwhelmed?
Dr. Judith Orloff, psychiatrist and empath, explains how parents can recognize and support highly sensitive teens, who often experience anxiety more intensely than their peers.
Dr. Orloff introduces her newest children’s book, The Highly Sensitive Rabbit, sharing the story of Aurora, a sensitive rabbit learning to embrace her emotions. She connects this story to real-life guidance for anxious and highly sensitive teens, including the importance of alone time, healthy coping strategies, and ways to manage shame or bullying.
This conversation provides parents with actionable insights into the behaviours of highly sensitive teens, how to nurture their emotional well-being, and tools to help them centre themselves when anxiety and overwhelm strike.
Whether your teen is introverted, intensely empathetic, or easily stressed, this episode is full of practical advice for fostering resilience and self-acceptance.
More Books by Judith:
📚 The Empath's Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Hi Parents!
Anxiety in teens isn’t just a “thinking problem” - it’s a body-based experience that affects how they feel, react, and cope. In this episode, Dr. Russell Kennedy, The Anxiety MD, shares a new perspective on understanding and supporting anxious teens.
Dr. Kennedy explains why traditional logic, reassurance, or problem-solving often doesn’t work for teens with anxiety, and what helps a dysregulated nervous system feel safe. He introduces the concept of “alarm” in the body, helping parents recognize when their teen is anxious versus simply emotional or oppositional.
This episode provides compassionate, practical steps parents can take today to help their teens rebuild internal safety, navigate panic and meltdowns, and manage anxiety in a way that actually works. It’s a must-listen for parents who want to understand the real root of anxiety and empower their teens to thrive.
P.S. His book is a must-read - I already have it in my cart and can’t wait to dive in!
Big hugs,
Monica Crnogorac
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