FIP Radio – Dr. Lynn Steinberg on Parental Alienation

Host: Dr. Allen Lycka

Guest: Dr. Lynn Steinberg

Introduction

• Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes listeners to FIP Radio, featuring fantastic professionals inducted into the International Order of Fantastic Professionals (IOFP).
• This episode highlights Dr. Lynn Steinberg, a pioneer in trauma healing, parental alienation, and conflict resolution, with over 40 years of expertise and a 99% success rate in resolving parental alienation cases.

Understanding Parental Alienation

• How Dr. Steinberg Became Interested in Parental Alienation:
• Early encounters with families where children rejected a parent without valid reasons.
• Her personal experience with parental alienation during her divorce.
• What Is Parental Alienation?
• A situation where one parent manipulates a child to reject the other parent.
• Distinguished from cases of legitimate abuse.

The Impact of Parental Alienation

• Approximately 3.7 million children in the U.S. are affected by parental alienation.
• Parental alienation is considered a form of child and parent abuse.
• Global Responses to Parental Alienation:
• Countries like Denmark, Mexico, Brazil, and Romania have laws addressing the issue.
• The U.S. has faced setbacks with laws like Cadence Law, which Dr. Steinberg critiques.

Stages of Parental Alienation

1. Disbelief:

• Parents struggle to understand the rejection by their children.

1. Realization and Legal Struggles:

• Parents face court battles and false allegations.
• Emotional and financial toll often leads to despair or, tragically, suicide.

1. Resolution or Permanent Alienation:

• Parents either reunite with their children or lose contact permanently.

Dr. Steinberg’s Family Reunification Program

• Four-Day Intensive Program:
• Court-ordered therapy focused on rebuilding parent-child relationships.
• Day 1: Reconnection through photos, memorabilia, and open dialogue.
• Day 2: Addressing accusations and exploring memory distortion.
• Day 3: Preparation for new living arrangements.
• Day 4: Family reunion with extended relatives.
• The program’s success highlights the importance of addressing parental alienation therapeutically.

Dr. Steinberg’s Book: You’re Not Crazy: Overcoming Parent-Child Alienation

• A guide for alienated parents to navigate their experiences and find hope.
• Offers strategies for legal battles and emotional resilience.
• Advocates for legislative reform to protect families from parental alienation.

Closing Remarks

• Dr. Steinberg expresses gratitude for her induction into the IOFP and her mission to educate others on parental alienation.
• Dr. Lycka invites other experts to join the IOFP and share their expertise globally.
• Contact IOFP at www.iofp.co.

BIO:

Dr. Lynn Steinberg is an expert in Parental Alienation and the author of the book, "You're Not Crazy, Overcoming Parent/Child Alienation". Parental Alienation is when one parent weaponizes the children to reject the other parent without a valid reason. 22 million parents and extended family are affected by this devastating phenomenon. For the past 10 years, Dr. Steinberg has specialized in working with Parental Alienation by being an expert witness in the courts to prove parental alienation. She also reunifies parents and children in her four-day family reunification program. She has a 100% success rate.

Dr. Steinberg is herself an alienated child and alienated mom. She speaks and writes widely in order to educate the general public including professionals such as therapists, lawyers, judges, teachers, and DPS. She is also working to pass legislation requiring mandatory training and reporting of this abuse for professionals working with those working with children.

Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LynnSteinbergPhD/

Twitter: @DrLynnSteinberg

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnsteinbergphd

FIP Radio – Dr. Jan E. Patterson

Episode Title: Integrative Medicine, Grief, and Wellness with Dr. Jan E. Patterson

Host: Dr. Allen Lycka

Guest: Dr. Jan E. Patterson, MD

Introduction

Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes listeners to a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Jan E. Patterson, MD, a pioneer in integrative healthcare and a valued member of the International Order of Fantastic Professionals. Together, they explore Dr. Patterson’s journey into integrative medicine, the inspiration behind her book Breath for the Soul: Self-Care Steps to Wellness, and her powerful insights on grief, resilience, and holistic healing.

Dr. Jan E. Patterson’s Journey

• Transitioned from over 30 years in academic medicine and infectious diseases to integrative medicine.
• Personal challenges, including the loss of her son to suicide, her mother’s death, and her battle with cancer, shaped her holistic approach to wellness.
• Realized the importance of therapies like breathwork, meditation, essential oils, and spirituality alongside traditional treatments.
• Formal training at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine led her to establish an integrative medicine program in her hospital.

Integrating Holistic Therapies into Traditional Medicine

• Addressing skepticism from traditional practitioners:
• Emphasizes the evidence-based benefits of breathwork, meditation, and aromatherapy.
• Positions integrative medicine as complementary rather than alternative to traditional treatments.
• Highlights the empowering nature of holistic therapies for patients.

Managing Grief and Finding Resilience

• Dr. Patterson’s grief journey:
• The loss of her son and how her faith, holistic therapies, and counseling helped her cope.
• Acceptance and reframing guilt as part of understanding mental illness and life’s challenges.
• Techniques for dealing with waves of grief:
• Using essential oils for emotional regulation.
• Leaning on faith and belief in continued spiritual connection with loved ones.

The Power of Breathwork

• Overview of breathwork and its benefits for stress, anxiety, and overall well-being.
• Explanation of Box Breathing:
• Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4 counts, exhale for 4 counts, and hold for 4 counts.
• Popular technique used in the military for managing stress.
• Dr. Patterson incorporates breathwork into her daily routine to combat stress in a high-pressure medical environment.

Living a Fantastic Life

• Dr. Patterson’s keys to living well:
• Faith as a foundation for resilience.
• Positive relationships with family and friends.
• Finding joy through meaningful work and helping others.
• Incorporating movement, such as yoga and outdoor activities, into daily life.
• Encourages others to make small, actionable changes in their lives:
• Practice breathing exercises.
• Add more fruits and vegetables to meals.
• Start simple physical activities like walking or chair yoga.

Dr. Jan E. Patterson’s Book: Breath for the Soul

• Breath for the Soul: Self-Care Steps to Wellness explores breathwork, movement, nutrition, and spirituality to address stress, anxiety, and grief.
• Available on Amazon and through local bookstores.

Closing Thoughts

Dr. Lycka emphasizes the importance of taking small steps toward wellness and applying Dr. Patterson’s insights to live a fantastic life. He invites listeners to explore his website for upcoming services, a new newsletter, and weekly golden pearls.

BIO:

Dr. Jan E. Patterson is an integrative medicine and infectious diseases physician who has practiced and taught medicine for more than 30 years. She trained at University of Texas, Vanderbilt, Yale, and the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at University of Arizona. She believes in using all the tools in the toolbox for better health, and works to integrate holistic therapies with conventional ones.

Social Media:

Twitter @drjanpatterson

Instagram:@drjanpatterson

LinkedIn Jan Evans Patterson, MD, MS

Website https://www.drjanpatterson.com

My latest book: Breath for the Soul