Flusterclux With Lynn Lyons: For Parents Who Worry

Lynn Lyons LICSW, Robin Hutson

Anxiety

Parenting

Mental Health

Child Development

Anxiety Management

Emotional Management

Family Dynamics

Parenting Strategies

Depression

Social Media

Therapy

Resilience

Social Skills

Smartphones

Parenting Styles

Connection

Holiday Gatherings

Flexibility

Education

Coping Strategies

Parenting isn't easy, and it's normal to worry. Lynn Lyons, therapist, author, and speaker is one of the world's experts on helping parents, kids, and teens manage anxiety. She talks with co-hosts sister-in-law Robin Hutson and brother Ed Gerwig in a weekly podcast full of laughs, and practical advice without the psychobabble. Since 2020, they've been talking about anxiety and worry, their love fo... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	360	Founded	6 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ParentingHealth & FitnessKids & FamilyMental Health

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Latest Episodes

Flusterclux Quarterlife: How Anxiety Works and How to Stop It

This episode is all about Anxiety! Lynn is one of the leading experts on Anxiety in the United States and in this episode she explains what the condition is, why it occurs, and how to STOP it!

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Yesterday • 37 min

Can We Handle Other Emotions Like We Handle Worry?

A mom who has been successfully using Lynn’s skills with her anxious daughter wants to know if she can use the same externalizing and naming approach with other big emotions and reactions, like frustration or rejection. The answer is YES and Lynn wil... more

4 Sep 2026 • 34 min

Is "Sensory Overload" a Thing? Do Nervous Systems Get Overstimulated?

Have you ever felt overstimulated? So much so that you’ve had to stop what you were doing or leave the space? Do you feel like you’re often experiencing sensory overload? In this episode Lynn breaks down why we feel this way and how to build up our t... more

1 Sep 2026 • 38 min

Teaching Kids How to Ask For & Receive Help

How do your kids ask for help? How do you treat those that are helping you? We all find ourselves in the positions of both needing and offering help, often in times of heightened emotion. In this episode, Lynn (ironically without any help) lays out t... more

28 Aug 2026 • 32 min • Most popular

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Mike McLeod

CEO and founder of GrowNOW ADHD; author of The Executive Function Playbook

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Dr. Ali Navidi

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Episode: Tackling Tummy Troubles... A Talk On the Brain/Gut Connection with GI Psychologist Dr. Ali Navidi

Dr. Tracy Dalgleish

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Dr. Jean Twenge

Psychologist and author focused on the impacts of technology on generations

San Diego State University

Episode: Sounding the Alarm On Smartphones and the Impact On Kids With Dr. Jean Twenge

Michele Weiner-Davis

Divorce prevention expert and author

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Episode: Puberty and Parenting: How to Evolve Communication with Your Tween with the Hosts of "This is So Awkward"

Cara Natterson

Pediatrician and co-host of the podcast 'This is So Awkward'

This Is So Awkward

Episode: Puberty and Parenting: How to Evolve Communication with Your Tween with the Hosts of "This is So Awkward"

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Lynn Lyons

Host and anxiety expert, author

Robin Hutson

Co-host and sister-in-law, asks questions and contributes as a facilitator

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 678 ratings

Very helpful!
I enjoy listening to Flusterclux and Quarterlife episodes. Lynn’s knowledge comes through every episode. Keep going!
Apple Podcasts
5
LnfromLSal
United Statesa month ago
Hands down THE best!
I rarely write reviews, but this podcast deserves all the praise it can get! I discovered this podcast through another trusted podcast I regularly listen to, and I knew I had to give it a try. Since then, it’s one of my absolute favorite ones and I’ve learned so much, not only about managing my older son’s anxiety but also about understanding my very own anxiety better. Last weekend, we went skiing, and my son was refusing, as expected, to go down the big hill. I knew he was ready though, and I ... more
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5
*shineri*
United States8 months ago
I have learned so much
I love how informative and useful your episodes are. I was wondering if you could create 1 or more episodes on how to address the current situation children are facing with inequality, persecution by ICE, racism. How to do this while maintaining compassion, respect and kindness and without robbing them of their innocence. Thank you Lynn
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5
Mom Improving
United States8 months ago
WWLLS?
What would Lynn Lyons Say? I have learned so much for my kids and my family as well as helping me understand other children and even students in my class. Empathy is at the root of Lynn's skill based guidance with a healthy dose of humour and laughter towards wellbeing for anyone. Thank you. I'm saving this one along with the rest in my back pocket.
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5
svar a
Canadaa year ago
Simply the best!
You all have been so helpful to me (and my husband because I share all the info with him and he uses the tips/language - yay!). My 5 year old daughter’s anxiety was the cult leader of our family since she was a little toddler, but through reading Lynn’s books and listening to the podcast for several years, we’re taking back control. As she enters each new classroom in daycare and kindergarten this year, it has been so helpful to be able to have a framework to give the teachers on how we’re manag... more
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akh106601
United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise actionable, evidence-based guidance for parenting anxious kids.

Many comment how content improves family dynamics and personal anxiety management.

Fans appreciate the mix of humor and practical strategies.

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Apple Podcasts	#32	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#108	United States/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#39	Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#166	Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#123	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#188	Australia/Kids & Family/Parenting

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When Reassuring Your Anxious Child Backfires

Q: What should a parent do when a child keeps asking for reassurance about symptoms and illness?

Externalize the worry (name it and talk about it as a pattern), stop providing repetitive reassurance, and empower the child to respond to worries themselves, gradually reducing parental involvement and turning the worry into a teachable process they can manage on their own.

Your Child's Anxiety Is Predictable. Here's How That's Useful.

Q: When is it time to put kids on meds?

The hosts acknowledge that medication discussions are nuanced and refer to expert discussions and resources for more context, emphasizing that medication decisions are individualized and rely on professional guidance rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Flusterclux Quarterlife: Roommates: Tips for Peace At Home

Q: What strategies help prevent recurring conflicts over chores and cleanliness?

Agree on a standard, use chore charts if helpful, set specific times for group cleaning, and practice reminders without defensiveness; if needed, reconsider living arrangements to protect relationships.

Flusterclux Quarterlife: Roommates: Tips for Peace At Home

Q: What is the most common problem people face when living with roommates in their 20s?

The biggest issue is the unequal division of labor and the difficulty of implementing agreed-upon routines, especially when others are forgetful or resistant to reminders.

Flusterclux Quarterlife: Robot Therapists: AI and Mental Health

Q: Yeah. So we're in the midst of, some might call it the AI revolution. I might call it the AI bubble, the AI Flusterclux. But it's definitely here, and people are using it for a variety of things. A big one is for mental health. People are asking AI all sorts of questions, taking its advice. But a friend of mine was wondering... am I on the right track at all, or is this thing lying to me?

The research shows that AI can be helpful for CBT-based mental health support, but it cannot replace a real therapeutic relationship. A combined approach, with human therapists augmenting AI tools, tends to be more effective than AI alone, and it's important to monitor progress and be skeptical of generic, non-contextual advice.

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A practical, psychology-grounded show focused on helping families navigate worry, anxiety, and big emotions. Episodes combine clinical frameworks with relatable parenting and young-adult guidance, often using humor and clear, actionable strategies to foster independence, resilience, and healthier family dynamics. A standout aspect is the blend of expert input with real-life anecdotes, plus frequent sponsor reads that keep the content grounded in everyday tooling for listeners.

Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on differentiation between real risks and overblown worry, concrete action plans, and modeling calm problem-solving for kids and twenty-somethings alike. The format centers on accessible coaching for parents, with frequent discussi... more

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