In this episode of Raising the Next Gen, Sonia Dong speaks with Dr. Jennifer Noble (aka Dr. Jen), a clinical psychologist specializing in teens and mixed race identity. Dr. Jen shares valuable insights from her work with adolescents and parents and the complexities of identity, belonging, and independence during the tween and teen years.

Dr. Jen explains how mixed race teens often face additional layers of identity exploration and misunderstanding, emphasizing the importance of cultural exposure, validation, and access to diverse communities.

Together, Sonia and Dr. Jen dismantle stereotypes of adolescence as a “difficult stage” and offer practical, compassionate guidance for parents seeking to better understand, support, and connect with their teens.

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Dr. Jennifer Noble is a child/adolescent psychologist with a private practice specializing in teens as well as women of colour. She is also a coach for parents raising mixed race kids.

Follow and connect with Dr. Jen on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about Dr. Jen's ⁠Free to Be Collective community⁠ and her services on her ⁠⁠website⁠⁠.

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Licensed marriage and family therapist Souraya Matar joins host Sonia Dong in this episode of Raising the Next Gen. Souraya opens up about the challenges of early motherhood, seeking out postpartum support, and how becoming a certified parenting coach helped her shift from reactive to conscious parenting.

Together, they explore the power of self-awareness, breaking generational cycles, and creating calmer, more connected relationships with our kids. From toddlers to teens, Souraya and Sonia discuss how to meet your child’s emotional needs while also honouring your own, and how to let go of control in favour of trust and authenticity.

This episode is a reminder that it's never too late to rewrite your parenting story—and that growth starts with you.

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Follow and connect with Souraya on ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠LinkedIn⁠. Learn more about Souraya's programs and services, including her summer parenting series, on her website.

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In this episode of Raising the Next Gen, host Sonia Dong is joined by Natasha Agha—speech pathologist, private practice mentor, and mom of two—for a candid conversation about navigating separation, co-parenting, and burnout. Natasha shares how she transitioned from juggling multiple businesses and parenting on autopilot to creating space for self-reflection, presence, and clarity.

Together, they explore how carving out daily “me time,” building a consistent routine, and reassessing personal goals can shift not only your parenting, but your entire life.

Natasha also opens up about her evolving co-parenting relationship, showing how time, communication, and care can foster a more peaceful home life even after separation.

If you're a parent feeling overwhelmed or seeking a more intentional path forward, this episode offers practical tips and a reassuring reminder: it’s never too late to take time back and choose a better way that works for you and your family.

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Follow and connect with Natasha on ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠ Learn more about The Private Practice Burnout Solution and how you can work with her on her ⁠website⁠.

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