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Raising Teens with Collett Smart

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When it comes to raising little ones, we often feel as though we have a small village around us – in morning play groups, meeting other parents at tots’ birthday parties, or on the sides of sports fields. It can feel like we have it (mostly) under control. Until our child gradually emerges into their teen years and so much changes! It is a unique time for both you and your child.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Arne Rubinstein
Founder of the Rites of Passage Institute, expert on Rites of Passage
Rites of Passage Institute
Episode: Rites of Passage: Why Boys Need Humbling & Girls Empowerment - Dr. Arne Rubinstein
Krysten Bisby
Dedicated equine and canine-assisted counsellor, teacher, and equestrian coach
KB Counselling Collective
Episode: Therapy Dogs & Horses Help Teens Heal with Krysten Bisby
Hannah Gair
Speaker, Amazon bestselling author, and mum to a son with Fragile X Syndrome.
StrongHER Side Podcast
Episode: Raising Teens with Disabilities: Support, Hope & Community - Hannah Gair
Graeme Cowan
Co-founder and board member of Ru Ok.
Ru Ok.
Episode: Mental Health at Christmas: Self-Care for Parents
Lyn Worsley
Director and Senior Clinical Psychologist with The Resilience Centre
The Resilience Centre
Episode: SWBY - Teen Anxiety: When to Worry & How to Help with Lyn Worsley
Dr. Jenni Brown
Author, social worker, clinical couple and family therapist
Episode: INTRODUCING SWBY - Healing Relationship with Parents - Dr. Jenny Brown
Dr. Jay-Lee Nair
Australian sports psychologist specializing in performance anxiety for young athletes.
Author of 'Good Sport'
Episode: Good Sport: Supporting young athletes - Dr. Jay Lee Nair
Colett Smart
Psychologist, qualified teacher, speaker, and author of They'll Be Okay, 15 Conversations to Help Your Child Through Troubled Times.
Raising Teens podcast
Episode: Introducing... Undistracted With Laura Bennett
Susanne Gerstmyer
Wife, mother of four, entrepreneur, recovering perfectionist, and author of Breaking Free of Busy.
Episode: S8E11 Breaking Free of Busy - Susanne Gerstmyer

Hosts

Collett Smart
Psychologist, author, and host focused on parenting teens, with a practical, empathetic approach.
Collette Smart
Variant spelling used in some listings; same person as Collett Smart.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Informative, practical and entertaining

    With teenagers on my horizon, this pod is informing me of what’s to come, providing practical tips and at the same time providing some comic relief through the stories told!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miraged888
    Australiaa year ago
  • Fantastic professional adive

    As a young and emerging school psychologist, this podcast is so valuable in helping me navigate so many conversations with my teen clients and their parents. Definitely a helpful resource to refer parents too with further questions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schoolpsych1000
    Australia3 years ago
  • Essential Conversations

    Raising teenagers is not an easy job. This podcast raises the important conversations we need to have with our kids to help them make wise choices. Great experts with straightforward advice. Always done with a positive attitude. It helps us see the positive in our kids rather than focusing on the negative. A great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fledney
    Australia3 years ago
  • Valuable Listening

    Collett has such a wealth of experience coupled with a beautiful warm and practical manner so that parents feel armed to ‘parent well’. She leaves you feeling like you are not on your own in the parenting journey. Well worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sheldesign
    Australia3 years ago
  • Falling forward

    As a parent who often feels like I’m wading through a swamp, Collett’s podcast is so refreshing and encouraging. I’ve learned failing and falling is okay and there’s a way to fall forward. Thanks for giving us so many good voices in an easy to listen format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomTom First
    Australia3 years ago

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Great mix of expert guidance and relatable stories.
Listener‑friendly, warm host with a practical approach to tough topics.
Excellent resource for professionals referring families to practical episodes.
Actionable parenting tips that are easy to implement.
Diverse topics that stay relevant across the teen years.

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Rites of Passage: Why Boys Need Humbling & Girls Empowerment - Dr. Arne Rubinstein
Q: How do you handle safety and risk in these programs, especially solo activities like camping out alone?
Solo experiences are designed as safe, supervised risk-taking; they provide real challenges while ensuring adult oversight, so children learn resilience without being exposed to harm, with clear boundaries and emergency plans in place.
Rites of Passage: Why Boys Need Humbling & Girls Empowerment - Dr. Arne Rubinstein
Q: What should parents look for to ensure a high-quality Rite of Passage program?
Parents should meet the facilitators, review their track record and program design, ensure there is elder guidance rather than hazing, and verify that the program includes storytelling, meaningful challenges, a vision for the future, and a formal honoring process that genuinely celebrates each child's gifts.
Rites of Passage: Why Boys Need Humbling & Girls Empowerment - Dr. Arne Rubinstein
Q: Can you give us a brief breakdown of what your program looks like for parents?
Our program for schools shifts traditional camp activities into a transformational process: sharing personal stories in the evenings, a defined challenge with a debrief to extract life lessons, a vision-building session for the future, and an honoring activity where each student is recognized by peers and teachers, reinforcing their unique gifts and responsibilities.
Therapy Dogs & Horses Help Teens Heal with Krysten Bisby
Q: What should parents consider when deciding if pet therapy is right for their child?
Parents should assess their child's emotional needs, personality, and how they typically respond to hands-on, engaging therapies.
Raising Teens with Disabilities: Support, Hope & Community - Hannah Gair
Q: What kind of informal supports have been helpful for you?
Hannah shares how family support has been crucial and the importance of allowing others to share in caring for her children to reduce the burden on herself.

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The show centers on practical parenting strategies for navigating adolescence, with a strong emphasis on teen mental health, caregiver well‑being, and constructive family dynamics. Episodes frequently tackle concrete tips for talking with teens, handling anxiety, and supporting unique needs (e.g., neurodivergence, disabilities) while balancing parental mental load and self‑care. A notable thread runs through several episodes: integrating nontraditional supports (like animal‑assisted therapy), managing the impact of technology and social media, and fostering resilience within families during holiday seasons, transitions back to school, or after traumatic events. A distinctive aspect is the blend of expert psychology insights with real‑world ... more

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2. Krysten Bisby
3. Hannah Gair
4. Graeme Cowan
5. Lyn Worsley
6. Dr. Jenni Brown
7. Dr. Jay-Lee Nair
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