Episode 10 | Confronting the Control Agenda with Erin Pressman, LCSW-C

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 This episode features Erin Pressman, LCSW-C, a seasoned clinical social worker and founder of Lodestar Wellness LLC, as she explores strategies for addressing the Parent Control Agenda and integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to foster healthier family dynamics. This episode is a must-listen for clinicians seeking to support collaborative relationships between parents and children, helping both parties navigate control dynamics in meaningful ways.

In her practice, Erin Pressman applies ACT techniques across multiple settings, including True North Therapy and Consulting and the Center for Developmental and Behavioral Health at Kennedy Krieger Institute. With degrees in Intercultural Communication Through Theater and Social Work, along with an AMI Elementary Education Certificate, Erin has contributed to various ACT protocols for families, including high school mentorship programs, parents of emerging adults, and adolescents with depression, in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Hospital. Her extensive background also includes serving on the ACBS Midatlantic Chapter board, enhancing the use of ACT in clinical and research contexts.