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Breaking the Cycle: Redefining Parenting for Ourselves and Our Kids with Dr. Laura Berssenbrugge

Breaking the Cycle: Redefining Parenting for Ourselves and Our Kids with Dr. Laura Berssenbrugge

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 About the EpisodeIn this episode of Courage Class, Lindsay speaks with Dr. Laura Berssenbrugge, a licensed clinical psychologist and Co-Founder of The Modern Asian Parent (MAP). Dr. Berssenbrugge shares her journey towards the founding of MAP, a movement and community aimed at merging cultural roots with modern parenting practices. Together, they discuss the importance of creating real sustainable change in parenting (hint: it starts with us), the strengths and challenges of traditional Asian values, and the significance of emotional resilience and validation in parenting. They also explore methods for addressing intergenerational trauma and the vital role of repair in family relationships. Gain invaluable insights on how to parent with a blend of Asian and Western approaches, honoring both cultural heritage and modern values.Episode Breakdown:00:34 Meet Dr. Laura Berssenbrugge02:10 Founding the Modern Asian Parent06:50 Parenting Values and Challenges09:26 Resilience and Well-Balanced Parenting22:45 The Importance of Self-Change in Parenting25:03 Understanding and Healing Intergenerational Trauma34:01 The Role of Apologies and Repair in Parenting41:00 Connecting with The Modern Asian ParentAbout Dr. Laura BerssenbruggeDr. Laura Berssenbrugge is a Hawaii- and New York-based child and adolescent clinical psychologist in private practice and a former middle school teacher. She works with individuals across the lifespan and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and evidence-based treatments for anxiety-related disorders (including Selective Mutism/ SM), mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, social skill and communication issues, and more. Laura also has specialized expertise in supporting individuals navigating fertility challenges, offering compassionate, evidence-based care to address the emotional toll of infertility, reproductive trauma, and assisted reproductive journeys.Laura completed her training at the Child Mind Institute, NYU Child Study Center, Rutgers University, and Brooklyn Friends School, and holds a doctorate in School-Clinical Psychology from Yeshiva University. She is the creator of ‘Dr. Laura B’s Release, Regulate, & Relax Aromatherapy Inhaler Set,’ a DBT-inspired stress management tool designed to reduce physical and emotional stress at different emotional intensity levels. And the author of several workbooks, such as: "Beyond the Blush: A CBT Approach to Overcoming Social Anxiety.”Connect with Dr. Laura:https://www.drlaurab.com/IG: @drlaurabtherapyAbout The Modern Asian ParentThe Modern Asian Parent (MAP) believes in the power of intergenerational healing—honoring cultural roots while breaking harmful cycles to build healthier, more connected families for the future. Founded by two Asian American psychologists, MAP is a movement for parents of all backgrounds who want to raise emotionally healthy, resilient kids in cultures of pressure, perfectionism, and sacrifice.Redefine parenting in a way that honors our values and culture, while embracing the future. Together, they're creating a world where every child—and parent—feels supported, understood, and empowered to succeed.www.themodernasianparent.comIG: @themodernasianparentConnect with Courage Class on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube:@courageclasspod@drlindsaykwockhuwww.drlindsaykwockhu.com/podcastSign up for Courage Class Notes, a weekly newsletter:https://dr-lindsay-kwock-hu.kit.com/980fac101aMusic Credit: DayNigthMorning from Pixabayinvitation-no-copyright-music-388387
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