Teen Whisperer | Understanding Teen Girl Mental Health

Teen Whisperer | Understanding Teen Girl Mental Health

Author: Rach Friedli - Teen Girl Mental Health Specialist Language: English Episodes: 87
Navigating the mother-daughter relationship during adolescence can feel like deciphering a complex, emotional code. The Teen Whisperer Podcast: Understanding Behavioural Messages in Girls, hosted by Rach Friedli, a Girls Mental Health & Behaviour Specialist, offers a guiding light. This podcast moves beyond surface-level advice to explore the underlying messages in a girl's behaviour, whether she's a tween, teen, or young woman. Rach provides parents with the tools to interpret the 'why' behind the challenging moments and big emotions, transforming confusion into clarity. You'll gain insights that help you move from second-guessing to confident understanding, fostering a stronger, more connected relationship. Each episode is a step towards demystifying adolescent development, empowering you to respond with empathy and effectiveness. Tune in for a compassionate, expert-led conversation that gets to the heart of what's really going on, helping you build a foundation of trust and communication. This is more than just parenting support; it's a resource for anyone committed to strengthening that vital bond and seeing the world through their daughter's eyes. Listen to this podcast for practical wisdom and a deeper perspective on the journey.
Episodes
Social Media Is the Problem — Just Not In The Way You Think… [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:16
Send us Fan Mail She scrolls. Then she snaps. Shuts down. Spirals. It’s not just screen time — it’s what that screen is doing to her whole system. Yes, social media is part of the problem. But it’s not just about filters…
You Are Her Anchor: The Power of Calm in Her Chaos [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:15
Send us Fan Mail What if the best way to support your daughter wasn’t about fixing her moods or managing her meltdowns… but regulating your own nervous system first? In this episode of The Teen Whisperer, Rach Friedli sh…
Hidden Pressures Keeping Our Girls Stuck [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:37
Send us Fan Mail Your daughter isn’t lazy, unmotivated, or just being dramatic - she’s overwhelmed. In this episode of The Teen Whisperer, Rach unpacks the sneaky nervous system responses that look like procrastination,…
Boys Will Be Boys - Not On Her Watch… [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:24
Send us Fan Mail Don’t be so sensitive.” “It’s just banter.” “That’s just how boys are.” Sound familiar? These aren’t harmless comments — they’re signals your daughter may be learning to ignore just to stay safe. In this…
The One Shift That Helps Her Feel Heard (Not Attacked) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:41
Send us Fan Mail Is your daughter shutting you out, lashing out, or saying things that sting — and you’re left wondering how to reach her without making it worse? In this powerful episode of The Teen Whisperer, we’re div…
Her Behaviour Isn't Random - It's a Message in Disguise [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:46
Send us Fan Mail Think she’s overreacting? Being dramatic? Just trying to push your buttons? What if I told you her emotions and behaviours are actually messages — her body’s way of asking for support when words fall sho…
Normal Teen Chaos - or Something More? What Every Parents Needs To Know [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:29
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m answering one of the top questions I got from my recent survey: “Is this normal teen behaviour… or is there something deeper going on?” Ever wondered, “Is this just normal teen behav…
She Slammed the Door Again… Now What? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:00
Send us Fan Mail That slammed door? It’s not just teenage attitude. It’s her nervous system trying to cope. In this real-talk episode, I unpack what’s really going on behind the mood swings, shutdowns, and outbursts - an…
Too Much? Not Enough? Rethinking Teen Revision Stress [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:13
Send us Fan Mail It’s Exam Season again and I’m diving into one of the biggest flashpoints between mums and teenage daughters right now: revision. If the idea of two hours a night feels impossible, sparks conflict, or le…