Welcome back to Elevate Her! 🌟 In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr Deirdre Brandner—renowned child psychologist, author, and parenting expert with over 30 years of experience. Deirdre brings her warm, no-nonsense approach to share timely insights on what it means to raise emotionally healthy, resilient teenage girls in today’s world.



Together, we explore the complex dance between love and boundaries, especially within mother–daughter relationships. Deirdre shares how the rise of digital technology, societal pressures, and parental anxiety are shaping a new generation of girls—and what parents can do to foster connection without becoming enmeshed.



We unpack common modern parenting struggles including TikTok self-diagnoses, delayed gratification in an instant world, dressing and body image, and the rise of adolescent entitlement. Deirdre gives practical advice on boundary-setting, supporting identity development, and helping young people navigate their emotions without over-identifying with mental health labels.



Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or educator, this conversation is full of golden insights, real-life examples, and easy-to-apply tools to help you show up as the steady, supportive adult every young girl needs.



Chapters

00:00 - Welcome to Elevate Her!

01:00 - Meet Dr Deirdre Brandner

02:00 - The Shift in Parenting & Mental Health Awareness

04:00 - Understanding Enmeshment in Mother–Daughter Dynamics

07:00 - Connection vs. Control in Parenting

12:00 - Boundaries: Why Teens Need Them

16:00 - Navigating Body Image & Dress Conversations

21:00 - Entitlement, Privilege & Delayed Gratification

28:00 - The Rise of TikTok Diagnoses

34:00 - Belonging, Over-Identification & Diagnostic Labels

36:00 - Supporting Teenage Girls Through Healthy Connection

40:00 - Deirdre’s Advice to Her Teenage Self



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Tune in to learn how you can empower young people to navigate the challenges of adolescence and develop a strong sense of self-worth.



This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about supporting the next generation! 🌈✨



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