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Aug. 19, 2025
The Role of Therapy in Family Dynamics
Send us a text In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt speaks with trauma therapist Caroline Watson Kobylinski about the complexities of parenting adult children. They discuss the importance of self-care for parents, the subjective nature of trauma, and the role of therapy in family dynamics. Caroline shares her personal journey, emphasizing the need for compassion in communication, especially when dealing with addiction. The conversation highlights the s...
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Aug. 22, 2025
Deanna Thayer with Focus on The Family talking about parents and Empty Nesting
Send us a text In this episode of "The ABC's of Parenting Adult Children," host James Moffitt is joined by Deana Thayer, M.Ed., from Focus on the Family. Together, they explore the emotional journey and challenges parents face as they transition to an empty nest. Deana shares her personal experiences and offers valuable insights into maintaining a healthy parent-adult child relationship. Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: ht...
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Click on Fan Mail link and give me feedback. Thanks Healing, Boundaries, and Grace in Parenting Adult Children In this episode of ABCs of Parenting Adult Children, host James Moffitt speaks with Dr. Beth Long, a licensed professional counselor, board certified behavior analyst, and therapist who works with children, families, and parents navigating adult children. They discuss how childhood patterns show up in parenting, how to recognize triggers, and how grace and emotional regulation can re...
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Click on Fan Mail link and give me feedback. Thanks The Father, the Son, and the Aha Moment with Steve Barton This episode focuses on the shift from parenting children to relating with adult children as equals, with Steve Barton sharing hard-won lessons from his own family and coaching work. James Moffitt and Steve discuss communication, boundaries, and how to stay connected without overstepping.Steve Barton, owner of Steve Barton Coaching and co-author of The Father, the Son, and the Aha Mom...
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Click on Fan Mail link and give me feedback. Thanks Healing the Past, Parenting with Grace This conversation follows host James Moffitt and Dr. Carla Kataria as they explore how childhood experiences shape our emotional patterns, parenting style, and the way we support young adults. The episode focuses on healing, emotional regulation, autonomy, and the grace parents need as their children move into adulthood.In this episode: Dr. Carla Kataria introduces her work as an elite mindset co...
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Sept. 18, 2026
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Click on Fan Mail link and give me feedback. Thanks Parenting advice to help you stop feeling guilty. Learn how to be kinder to yourself while navigating the challenges of raising kids. Being a parent is undeniably difficult, and it is common to worry about making mistakes with your children. This video offers perspective on the pressure many parents place on themselves, providing a reminder that learning as you go is a natural part of the journey. If you often feel guilty about your parenti...
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Sept. 11, 2026
Healing Family Systems: Ronald Platt’s Mission Through NASDF
Click on Fan Mail link and give me feedback. Thanks In this powerful episode of ABC’s of Parenting Adult Children, James sits down with Ronald Platt, a man whose wisdom, humility, and lived experience bring clarity to one of the most challenging seasons of family life — learning how to parent when your children are grown. Ronald shares heartfelt stories and hard-earned insights about navigating expectations, respecting independence, rebuilding trust, and staying connected through life’s tra...
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Sept. 11, 2026
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Click on Fan Mail link and give me feedback. Thanks Parenting Adult Children, Unconditional Love, and Supporting LGBTQ Families This episode brings together James Moffitt and Ron Platt of the National Association for Single and Divorced Families to talk about parenting adult children, family boundaries, and how support systems can change lives. Ron also shares the story behind NASDF and its divorce support insurance product, plus how fostering and adoption reshaped his understanding of uncond...
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In this episode, Jody Hill, mom of four, speaker, and best-selling author of The Parent's Secret Superpower: Raising Confident and Capable Kids, shares one of her Superpower Strategies from the POWer Parent Method, the framework at the heart of …
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About the Hosts
James Moffitt
Podcast Host, Writer, Photographer living in Goose Creek, SC with my wife Georgia K Moffitt (aka Katy). We have been married for 36 years and have four children.
Katy Moffitt
Podcast Host Wrangler & Special Ed Teacher
Katy Moffitt is a seasoned Special Education teacher with over a decade of experience supporting neurodiverse learners across Berkeley County and charter schools in Goose Creek. Known for her compassionate approach and innovative lesson planning, she creates inclusive classrooms where students with intellectual, emotional, and physical disabilities thrive. Georgia’s expertise spans individualized education plans (IEPs), differentiated instruction, and collaborative teaching strategies. Her commitment to fostering communication, life skills, and emotional well-being makes her a trusted mentor to both students and fellow educators.
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