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Living a Life in Balance - PODCASTAuthor: Abdullah Boulad
Founder & CEO of THE BALANCE RehabClinic Book Author & Podcast Host of "Living a Life in Balance" Global Expert in Mental Health & WellbeingI lead one of the worlds most exclusive mental health and addiction treatment brands, helping global leaders, creatives, and high-net-worth individuals find deep healing and personal transformation. Through my podcast, I explore the intersection of psychology, purpose, and wellbeing.This Podcast is dedicated to meaningful conversations about mental health, well-being, and the challenges we face today. It is part of my ongoing commitment to supporting people in navigating complex emotional and psychological struggles. Through open discussions with leading experts in the industry, I aim to break down barriers, challenge misconceptions, and offer valuable insights that can make a real difference.https://balancerehabclinic.com Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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From Struggle to Resilience: Emotional Skills for Parents and Adolescents
Tuesday, 18 November, 2025
Send us a textCheryl Donaldson, MA, LMFT, LPC, Founder of Helping Families Flourish, LLC, joins Abdullah Boulad on Living a Life in Balance for an honest and practical conversation about emotional growth, family dynamics, and the inner world of children and adolescents.Drawing from her own early struggles, academic challenges, and family experiences, Cheryl reflects on the moments that shaped her understanding of resilience and motivation. She shares how the coping mechanisms she developed as a young person now guide the way she supports parents, teens, and families in her clinical work.🔗 Tune in for a wise, supportive, and deeply human exploration of what it means to grow, parent, and find balance in an ever-changing world.About Cheryl:Cheryl is a seasoned mental health clinician with over 20 years of experience supporting families, parents, and teenagers through modern challenges. She holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Wheaton College and began her career serving at the American International School in Vienna. Today, her focus is on empowering families and adolescents with guidance that fosters confidence, resilience, and lasting well-being.00:00:00 – Early Struggles and Motivation00:03:27 – Academic Challenges and Family Dynamics00:06:00 – Coping Mechanisms and Emotional Growth00:10:37 – Parenting, Learning Styles, and Strengths00:14:48 – Emotional Intelligence and Adolescent Support00:18:45 – Cheryl’s Clinical Practice and Common Issues00:21:15 – Helping Children Manage Anxiety and Friendship00:24:57 – Social Struggles, Bullying, and Resilience00:28:28 – Family Moves and Emotional Adaptation00:33:40 – Career, Identity, and Purpose Abroad00:42:08 – Building Connection and Navigating EXPAT Life00:47:17 – Family Bonds, Friendship, and Finding Home00:51:44 – Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS)00:53:39 – Soul Work, Spirituality, and Self-Compassion00:58:41 – Integrating Soul into Clinical Practice01:04:44 – Leadership, IFS Principles, and Organizational Culture01:10:54 – Communication, Curiosity, and Workplace Wellness01:20:01 – Balance Practices and Final WisdomFor further mental health information and support, visit The Balance RehabClinic website: https://balancerehabclinic.com/ Follow Abdullah Boulad:https://www.linkedin.com/in/abdullahboulad/ https://www.instagram.com/abdullahboulad/ Follow Cheryl Donaldson:https://stillpointpsych.com/about/cheryl-donaldson/You can order Abdullah’s book, ‘Living A Life In Balance’, here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/...Follow The Balance RehabClinic:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thebalancerehabclinic/#LivingALifeInBalance #podcast #mentalhealthpodcast #familydynamics #emotionalintelligence #parentingteens #adolescentwellbeing #therapyforfamilies #resiliencebuilding #innergrowth #mentalwellness #podcastepisode #youtubepodcast #HelpingFamiliesFlourish #mentalhealth #healing #wellness #wellbeing #support
