Florida – Parenting teens continues to evolve, and so does the conversation. Children’s Harbor is excited to announce the launch of season 2 of “This is Now: Parenting Teens Today,” with new episodes beginning January 20, 2026. Hosted by Tiffani Dhooge, President and CEO of Children’s Harbor, the podcast returns to equip parents with practical tools and fresh perspectives for raising teens in today’s complex world. With Season 1 being a success, this next series features more expert guests and real-life voices, diving deeper into topics such as emotional resilience, online influences, and building stronger family connections.
To kick off the series, the first episode features a conversation with licensed psychologist, Laura Ellick, Ph.D, and Creator/Founder of The ‘Top of the Middle’ Program, Gregg Havass. This episode delves into the topic of “Is AI Parenting Your Teen?”, offering parents valuable advice on how to cope with and overcome artificial mentoring that their adolescent children may experience through artificial intelligence. Additionally, future episodes will keep listeners informed of the latest events at Children’s Harbor, milestones, success stories, and other topics to keep supporters informed and parents aware.
“In season 2, we’re going even deeper by tackling the issues that often go unspoken, but are happening every day in families,” said Tiffani Dhooge, President and CEO of Children’s Harbor. “Our goal remains the same, which is to give parents the tools and courage they need to connect more meaningfully with their teens.”
This commitment to supporting families and children aligns with the core mission of Children’s Harbor, which has been creating a safe shelter of hope and healing for teens affected by trauma and abuse since 1996. With the belief that children should feel safe, that family is worth fighting for, and that cycles can be broken, the nonprofit provides a harbor of hope and healing for children who the trauma of child abuse has impacted. Children’s Harbor’s main campus in Pembroke Pines provides a supportive family environment for teenagers in foster care and their younger siblings. Additionally, Children’s Harbor offers a family support services program that works to prevent kids from entering foster care by providing free in-home counseling and support to families within the community.
By offering resources to families, Children’s Harbor helps prevent teens from entering foster care and empowers parents to navigate the challenges of raising children. For those looking to deepen their understanding, be the first to listen to This is Now: Parenting Teens Today podcast by downloading the first episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@childrensharbor_inc.
About Children’s Harbor
Established in 1996, Children’s Harbor is a nationally accredited child welfare organization with a mission to help strengthen families who are struggling in our community, while providing safe shelter and support to teens in foster care so that they may grow into healthy, educated and productive adults.
With the belief that children should feel safe, that family is worth fighting for and that cycles can be broken, Children’s Harbor provides a harbor of hope and healing for children who have been impacted by the trauma of child abuse. The main campus in Pembroke Pines provides a supportive family environment for teenagers in foster care and their younger siblings. The family support services program prevents kids from coming into foster care by providing free in-home counseling and support to families who are struggling in the community. Additionally, Brown’s Harbor is a supportive housing community dedicated to serving young adults, aged 18-23, who have aged out of the foster care system. These young adults are provided with affordable housing and the wrap-around support and independent living programs necessary to help them overcome their trauma and navigate through the early stages of adulthood.
To learn more about Children's Harbor and the difference we are making in the lives of children affected by trauma and abuse, please visit childrensharbor.org.
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