Understanding Kids: OCD, Divorce, and Culturally Informed Therapy with Chandler Donny

In this episode, host Dustin Oliver sits down with child and adolescent therapist Chandler Donny to explore the unique challenges and breakthroughs in therapy with young clients. They dive into topics like OCD in children, the emotional impact of divorce, and how to build trust with resistant or withdrawn kids. Chandler shares clinical insights on the importance of confidentiality, psychoeducation, and engaging parents in the therapeutic process. The conversation also touches on Relational Cultural Theory, LGBTQ-affirming care, and the role of cultural understanding in effective mental health treatment. Whether you're a therapist, parent, or mental health professional, this episode offers valuable guidance on navigating the complex world of child and teen therapy.

Each week, we talk with clinicians about their areas of expertise, their connections to therapy, and how they use their tools in session.

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Episode Guide & Chapters:

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction and Connection

01:46 Chandler's Journey into Therapy

07:28 Specialization in Working with Teens

09:40 Common Issues in Child Therapy

10:32 Navigating Divorce and Its Impact on Children

11:50 Integrating Parents in Child Therapy

17:01 Confidentiality and Trust in Therapy

19:57 Building Rapport with Resistant Clients

23:18 Understanding Relational Cultural Theory

30:40 Exploring Client Relationships and Dynamics

37:41 Navigating Childhood Therapy and Accountability

42:54 Understanding OCD in Children

49:20 The Importance of the Therapeutic Relationship

Created and Produced by Dustin Oliver.