Welcome to another episode of The Positively Healthy Mom Podcast! In today’s conversation, I’m thrilled to welcome back Heather Johnston, founder of Illumination Psychotherapy in Austin, Texas. Heather and I have known each other since our kids were in kindergarten—now they’re seniors—and she brings years of insight working with teens, parents, and families.

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• Why focusing on the entire family system matters (not just your teen)
• How parents’ emotional regulation shapes their child’s behavior
• Practical steps to build more connection and less criticism
• Understanding how your own upbringing may influence your parenting today
• Ways to help your teen feel seen, heard, and supported
• First steps if you’re considering therapy but don’t know where to start

Heather shares powerful tools for parents who want to create more authentic connection and compassion within their families. If you’ve ever wondered how to better support your teen—or how your own emotional patterns may be affecting them—this episode is for you.

Connect with Heather Johnston:
🌐 Website: illumination-psychotherapy.com
📧 Email: info@illumination-psychotherapy.com

🎧 Listen now and discover how to strengthen your family connections while supporting your teen’s mental health.

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In this episode of The Positively Healthy Mom, host Laura Ollinger sits down with Becca Kyle, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, to explore what’s really behind chronic stress, anxiety, fatigue, and mood swings—for both moms and teens.

Becca breaks down how to support the nervous system naturally using simple yet powerful lifestyle changes, functional lab testing, and a root-cause approach to wellness. From blood sugar crashes to cortisol imbalances, and why play is just as important as sleep, this conversation is packed with practical advice for moms who want to feel better and raise healthier, more resilient kids.

🎧 Topics We Cover:

• What is Functional Diagnostic Nutrition?
• Why you're tired, anxious, or wired at night
• Nervous system stress explained
• Cortisol, hormones, and gut health
• Why play and rest are essential—not optional
• Actionable tips: sunlight, sleep, food, and movement
• How to start healing for both you and your teen

📍Connect with Becca:
Website: https://www.holisticobsession.com
Book a free connection call to get personalized support.

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Teen Anxiety, Gut Health & Natural Solutions | Laura Ollinger with Guest Karen Jansen
In this episode of The Positively Healthy Mom, host Laura Ollinger sits down with long-time friend and doTERRA wellness advocate Karen Jansen to talk about a topic so many families are facing—teen anxiety.

From the impact of gut health to the importance of sleep, movement, and reducing toxins at home, Karen walks us through the doTERRA Wellness Lifestyle Pyramid and how small, empowered steps can make a big difference.

🌿 Learn how lifestyle shifts and natural tools like essential oils can support emotional resilience—for both teens and moms.
💬 Don’t miss Karen’s personal healing journey and her tips for raising strong, healthy kids in a busy, modern world.

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