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The Parental Compass was launched by Family Education & Support Services to provide all parents with access to the evidence-based parenting information, ideas and on-the-ground resources. It is our goal to help parents build the skills, tools and confidence they need to be the best parents they can be. Family Education & Support Services: familyess.org

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The Parental Compass was launched by Family Education & Support Services to provide all parents with access to the evidence-based parenting information, ideas and on-the-ground resources. It is our goal to help parents build the skills, tools and confidence they need to be the best parents they can be. Family Education & Support Services: familyess.org

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English


Episodes
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VIDEO- Ep. 157- Discipline and Dignity (Guest: Barbara Coloroso)

1/7/2026
Barbara Coloroso joins The Compass to share her insights on discipline. Drawing from her work with genocide survivors in Rwanda, Barbara explores the difference between discipline and punishment, the role of accountability, and what it means to keep a child’s dignity intact. To learn more about Barbara's work visit www.kidsareworthit.com Her latest book "Mistakes, Mischief and Mayhem: Creating a Just and Caring School Climate and Culture" is available on Amazon and other retailers.

Duration:00:32:02

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Ep. 157- Discipline and Dignity (Guest: Barbara Coloroso)

1/7/2026
Barbara Coloroso joins The Compass to share her insights on discipline. Drawing from her work with genocide survivors in Rwanda, Barbara explores the difference between discipline and punishment, the role of accountability, and what it means to keep a child’s dignity intact. To learn more about Barbara's work visit www.kidsareworthit.com Her latest book "Mistakes, Mischief and Mayhem: Creating a Just and Caring School Climate and Culture" is available on Amazon and other retailers.

Duration:00:32:02

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VIDEO- Ep. 156 Community Activated Prevention- Coalitions- Part 3 (Guest: Capetra Parker)

12/3/2025
Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to discuss the importance of community coalitions in prevention. She outlines the key elements for effective coalitions: efficiency, cohesion, opportunities for participation, skill building, goal directedness, and diverse partners.

Duration:00:19:01

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Ep. 156 Community Activated Prevention- Coalitions- Part 3 (Guest: Capetra Parker)

12/3/2025
Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to discuss the importance of community coalitions in prevention. She outlines the key elements for effective coalitions: efficiency, cohesion, opportunities for participation, skill building, goal directedness, and diverse partners.

Duration:00:19:01

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VIDEO- Ep. 155 - Community Activated Prevention- The Role of Families- Part Two (Guest Capetra Parker)

11/19/2025
In part two of our three-part series on Community Activated Prevention, guest Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, discuss practical steps families can take to prevent their children engaging in substance abuse and other risky behaviors. Topics include family meetings, communicating your values, managing conflicts positively, teaching refusal skills, and creating opportunities for involvement.

Duration:00:21:58

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Ep. 155 - Community Activated Prevention- The Role of Families- Part Two (Guest Capetra Parker)

11/19/2025
In part two of our three-part series on Community Activated Prevention, guest Capra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, discuss practical steps families can take to prevent their children engaging in substance abuse and other risky behaviors. Topics include family meetings, communicating your values, managing conflicts positively, teaching refusal skills, and creating opportunities for involvement.

Duration:00:21:58

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VIDEO- Ep. 154 Community Activated Prevention, The Role of Everyone- Part One (Guest Capetra Parker)

11/5/2025
Capetra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to explain Community Activated Prevention. Capetra breaks down risk and protective factors and the role of prevention in supporting youth. She also discusses community coalitions, family engagement, and how data can guide positive change.

Duration:00:25:09

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Ep. 154- Community Activated Prevention, The Role of Everyone- Part One (Guest Capetra Parker)

11/5/2025
Capetra Parker, Senior Community Prevention Specialist, joins The Compass to explain Community Activated Prevention. Capetra breaks down risk and protective factors and the role of prevention in supporting youth. She also discusses community coalitions, family engagement, and how data can guide positive change.

Duration:00:25:10

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Ep. 153 – Parenting Strategies for Autistic and Neurodivergent Children (Guest: Samantha Hinger)

10/2/2025
Samantha Hinger, an autistic advocate and mental health consultant, joins The Compass to share her experiences as both an autistic individual and a parent of a child with autism. She shares insights on supporting sensory needs, building self-regulation, and encouraging flexibility and autonomy.

Duration:00:19:14

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[Video] Ep. 153 – Parenting Strategies for Autistic and Neurodivergent Children (Guest: Samantha Hinger)

10/2/2025
Samantha Hinger, an autistic advocate and mental health consultant, joins The Compass to share her experiences as both an autistic individual and a parent of a child with autism. She shares insights on supporting sensory needs, building self-regulation, and encouraging flexibility and autonomy.

Duration:00:19:14

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[Video] Ep. 152 -What Helped Me Through Foster Care (Guest: Shanelle Berry)

9/10/2025
Shanelle Berry spent her childhood bouncing between over 12 foster homes. Today, she works as a Peer Counselor, helping youth navigate through their trauma and reach towards their goals. Shanelle joins The Parental Compass, to share about her journey and give advice on what foster/kinship parents can do to make a positive impact.

Duration:00:17:00

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Ep. 152- What Helped Me Through Foster Care (Guest: Shanelle Berry)

9/10/2025
Shanelle Berry spent her childhood bouncing between over 12 foster homes. Today, she works as a Peer Counselor, helping youth navigate through their trauma and reach towards their goals. Shanelle joins The Parental Compass, to share about her journey and give advice on what foster/kinship parents can do to make a positive impact.

Duration:00:20:10

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Ep. 151 Supporting Youth Through Trauma (Guest: Beth Tyson)

8/6/2025
Therapist, Author, and Parenting Educator Beth Tyson shares insights on how emotional safety and connection help young people heal from trauma. She highlights the importance of repairing relationships and explores the concept of ambiguous loss. Tyson also offers practical strategies to help children process grief and maintain healthy connections. To learn more about Beth's work, visit www.bethtyson.com.

Duration:00:22:36

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[Video] Ep. 151 Supporting Youth Through Trauma (Guest: Beth Tyson)

8/6/2025
Therapist, Author, and Parenting Educator Beth Tyson shares insights on how emotional safety and connection help young people heal from trauma. She highlights the importance of repairing relationships and explores the concept of ambiguous loss. Tyson also offers practical strategies to help children process grief and maintain healthy connections. To learn more about Beth's work visit www.bethtyson.com.

Duration:00:22:36

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[Video] Ep. 150, Exploring Emotional Literacy (Guest: Katie Lorz)

7/2/2025
Licensed mental health counselor Katie Lorz shares the importance of emotional literacy for both parents and children. She offers tips on building an emotional vocabulary, modeling emotional regulation, and introduces her new book, 'Holistic Wellbeing: A Guide to Being Intentionally Mentally Well.' To learn more about Katie or purchase her book, visit www.counselinginwashington.com

Duration:00:19:00

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Ep. 150, Exploring Emotional Literacy (Guest: Katie Lorz)

7/2/2025
Licensed mental health counselor Katie Lorz shares the importance of emotional literacy for both parents and children. She offers tips on building an emotional vocabulary, modeling emotional regulation, and introduces her new book, 'Holistic Wellbeing: A Guide to Being Intentionally Mentally Well.' To learn more about Katie or purchase her book, visit www.counselinginwashington.com

Duration:00:19:00

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[Video] Ep. 149 Internet Safety for Tweens (Guests: Nathan LaChine & Karina SharkHart)

6/4/2025
Community Educator Nathan LaChine and Therapist Karin SharkHart discuss their collaborative workbook, 'Internet Safety with Olivia and Friends,' which aims to educate preteens and their parents about online safety. They highlight the importance of proactive conversations, mutual learning, and building a relationship with your child rooted in support.

Duration:00:19:02

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Ep. 149 Internet Safety for Tweens (Guests: Nathan LaChine & Karina SharkHart)

6/4/2025
Community Educator Nathan LaChine and Therapist Karin SharkHart discuss their collaborative workbook, 'Internet Safety with Olivia and Friends,' which aims to educate preteens and their parents about online safety. They highlight the importance of proactive conversations, mutual learning, and building a relationship with your child rooted in support.

Duration:00:19:02

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VIDEO- Family Reunification (Guests: Ambrosia Eberhardt & Natalya Kinder) Episode 145

5/7/2025
Ambrosia and Natalia share their journeys through the child welfare system. They discuss overcoming addiction and trauma to reunite with their children. Their story emphasizes the importance of hope, setting small goals, and building a supportive community.

Duration:00:17:37

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Reunification (Guests: Ambrosia Eberhardt & Natalya Kinder) Episode 145

5/7/2025
Ambrosia and Natalia share their journeys through the child welfare system. They discuss overcoming addiction and trauma to reunite with their children. Their story emphasizes the importance of hope, setting small goals, and building a supportive community.

Duration:00:17:37