In this episode Franciska engages in a deep conversation with Miriam Campbell, a speech therapist and social worker, about parenting, social-emotional learning, and connection. Miriam shares her personal journey from growing up in Atlanta to her professional development in New York and eventually making Aliyah to Israel. They discuss the importance of understanding children’s underlying issues, the efficacy of social-emotional learning programs, and the integration of internal family systems (IFS) in therapy. Miriam also elaborates on her program, ‘Skills for Connection,’ which aims to help parents model and teach essential skills for genuine connections with their children. The episode concludes with Miriam’s thoughts on social media and suggestions for parents to navigate their roles more effectively.
00:00 Introduction to the Franciska Show Podcast
00:38 Parenting Challenges and Insights
01:41 Guest Introduction: Miriam Campbell
01:47 Miriam’s Background and Journey
03:51 Professional Growth and Speech Therapy
06:50 Addressing Social Skills and Emotional Challenges
13:07 Skills for Connection: A Holistic Approach
16:58 Incorporating Internal Family Systems (IFS)
19:28 Understanding the Theory of IFS
20:47 Practical Examples of IFS in Parenting
22:26 Addressing Problem-Solving Skills in Children
23:54 Teaching Flexible Thinking
28:48 Evaluating Social Emotional Learning Programs
34:20 The Role of Empathy in Parenting
36:31 The Value of Different Coaching Approaches
38:38 Conclusion and Contact Information
About Our Guest:
Miriam Campbell, MA SLP-CCC, MSW, is a Speech Language Pathologist and Social Worker who empowers parents with practical tools to support their children’s social emotional development. Skills for Connection addresses emotional, language, and cognitive needs to transform conflicts and challenges into growing opportunities. Her social skills book, Bubble Double has already helped thousands of parents, teachers and therapists to guide social skill development. To join her Parent WhatsApp Group or find out about 1:1 coaching and upcoming courses, email [email protected].