Interviews & Podcast Appearances
Explore conversations with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau on behavior, safety, regulation, trauma-informed practices, aggression prevention, neurosensory behaviors, and creating environments where people can thrive.
Through these interviews, Dr. B shares practical strategies and insights drawn from decades of experience supporting educators, families, and organizations.
This Is What a Parent’s Stress Does to a Child’s Nervous System | Trauma Healing Journey with Lisa Tickel
In this conversation with Dr. Bethany, we talk about what happens inside a child’s nervous system when stress is the constant background noise at home - and what I’ve learned about what it actually takes to start unwiring it. If your nervous system has felt on high alert your whole life, this one is for you.
How to Stay Calm and Grounded During Aggressive or Overwhelming Behavior | The Balanced Parent Podcast
In this week’s episode, Dr. B and Laura Froyen discuss what’s really happening when kids hit, bite, or completely lose control - and how parents can stay grounded, connected, and steady in those really hard moments.
Why Parenting Feels So Unsettling | The Trauma Healing Journey with Lisa Tickel
In this conversation, we are joined by Dr. Bethany as we talk about why parenting can feel so frustrating even when you’re calm, loving, and trying your best. Dr. Bethany explains why children often need connection before cooperation, why timing matters when asking kids or teens to do something, and how small shifts can help reduce resistance.
The Hidden Reason Kids Shut Down | Flip Your Mindset
Are we over-correcting our kids and accidentally causing more trauma? In this episode of Flip Your Mindset, I sat down with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau (Dr. B) to uncover the hidden biological reasons behind the most frustrating behaviors we see at home.
When Aggression Is Really a Sign of Trauma in Kids | Trauma Healing Journey with Lisa Tickel
In this Expert Series conversation, Lisa Tickel speaks with Dr. Bethany about how signs of current abuse can look different from signs of historic abuse, especially in children.
Kids Need to Feel Safe for Behavior to Improve | Mindful Mama Podcast
Do your child’s meltdowns or aggressive outbursts leave you feeling frustrated, anxious, or unsure how to respond? On this episode of The Mindful Mama Podcast, I talk with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau, behavioral expert and founder of The Behavior Bootcamp, about practical strategies to manage challenging behavior with humor, compassion, and science-backed techniques.
When Kids Refuse to Obey, ADHD & Menopause | Families Matter Most with Jenn Dean
This week’s podcast episode is one you won’t want to miss. I’m joined by special guest Dr. B as we dive into real, everyday challenges many families are navigating - ADHD, menopause, and those tough moments when kids simply refuse to cooperate.
Signs of Stress in Children Parents Often Miss | The Trauma Healing Journey with Lisa Tickel
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Bethany, a behavior expert who works with children and families navigating complex challenges. We explore how many behaviors labeled as “defiant” or “attitude” are actually signs of stress or trauma - and what to do instead.
Childhood ADHD: Stop Making This Parenting Mistake | Flip Your Mindset
Dr. Bethany Bilodeau explains: Why the dramatic rise in childhood ADHD might actually be a hidden trauma response, and the specific daily habits parents do that shift their kids into a constant state of hypervigilance.
Surviving The Strong-Willed Child in School | Families Matter Most with Jenn Dean
This week on the podcast we have special guest Dr. Bethany Bilodeau and The Behavior Bootcamp sharing tools, advice, and communication starters to help you, your strong-willed child and the teacher have a phenomenal school year.
Your Kid Isn’t “Bad” - They Are Dysregulated (The Anxiety Link) | It’s Both Podcast
In this episode, Dr. Bethany Bilodeau (Dr. B) reveals why what looks like defiance is actually anxiety in disguise. We discuss the “Both/And” of parenting neurodiverse or spirited kids: loving them deeply AND feeling totally overwhelmed by their behavior. Dr. B breaks down the nervous system science behind “challenging behaviors” and shares practical tools (like the Frozen Watter Bottle trick!) to move from chaos to connection.
Behavior Is Communication: Parenting Tools That Actually Work | The Juggle is Real Podcast
In this insightful and practical conversation, Andryanna sits down with behaviorist and sensory specialist Dr. Bethany Bilodeau (Dr. B) to explore what’s really happening underneath children/teen behavior - and how parents can respond with clarity, confidence, and connection.
The REAL Reason Your Child Is Acting Out | Alysia Lyons Coaching
In this episode, Dr. Bethany Bilodeau, parent, foster parent, and behavior specialist, joins me for a powerful conversation about children’s behavior, sensory challenges, and what’s actually going on beneath the surface. We explore nature vs. nurture, problem-solving skills, anxiety, and how tools like face reading can offer deeper insight into human behavior - without judgment or labels.
Power Struggle Strategies | ResponseABLE Parenting Podcast
Dr. Bethany Bilodeau, behaviorist, sensory specialist, and author of Ease the Pain in the Classroom, joins us for an incredible conversation around nervous system regulation, sensory informed strategies, body language awareness and more. All of what she shares empowers parents, especially those raising children who are strong-willed, emotionally intense, or neurodivergent.
Meltdown Mastery: Dr. Bethany Bilodeau Reveals How to Transform Anger into Calm | Masterful Parenting Podcast
In this episode of Masterful Parenting, Dr. Bethany Bilodeau shares why meltdowns happen (in kids and adults), the difference between anger and emotional overlaod, how to respond in a way that helps, what it takes to create safety during intense moments, and provides strategies that you can use today to bring more calm into your home and relationships.
What Worked 10 Years Ago Doesn’t Work Now: Dr. Bethany Bilodeau on Today’s Student Behavior | Coaches Unplugged Podcast
In this powerful episode of Coaches Unplugged, Dr. Bethany Bilodeau (CEO of CORE Methods) breaks down how social media, peer dynamics, mental health challenges, and shifting school environments have completely transformed the way students show up today. If you’re a teacher, school leader, parent, or youth professional… this conversation is a must listen.
Creating Connection Through Body Language and Behavioral Insights with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau | Jigsaw Learning Podcast
Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Dr. Bethany Bilodeau, an expert in human behavior with a unique ability to interpret body language, gestures, movement, and facial expressions through the facial action coding system. Her expertise in neurology, trauma, and sensory systems has made her a sought-after voice nationwide, helping individuals and organizations move past repeated challenges to achieve lasting success. This conversation explores how understanding human behavior can deepen collaboration and strengthen our teams.
Ease the Pain in the Classoom with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau | The Running Wine Mom
Samantha Cieslinski (The Running Wine Mom) sits down with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau - behaviorist, sensory expert, and author of Ease the Pain in the Classroom - to talk about real, research-backed strategies that parents and teachers can use right away.
Solutions for Children With Trauma Response | Falling for Learning Podcast
T.D. Flenaugh and Dr. Bethany Bilodeau discuss strategies for addressing trauma and violent behavior in children. Dr. Bilodeau, an expert in behavioral support, emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing the root causes of these behaviors, which often stem from feelings of being unsafe and dysregulation. .
How We Cut Restraints at School by 97%: Safety Before Behavior | The Happy Sensory Corner in Special Ed
Dr. B discusses her signature body-language checklist that dropped restraint/seclusion rates by 97%
How To Promote Safety and Emotional Regulation in the Classroom | Talking About Kids Podcast
Dr. B and host, R. Bradley Snyder, discuss her insights from her book, Ease the Pain in the Classroom: A Guide to Safety and Regulation, and techniques that you can employ today to keep yourself and the kids in your life regulated and ready for success, however you define it.
Build a Safe, Emotionally Supportive Classroom | Teacher Rockstar Podcast
Dr. Bethany Bilodeau and host, Steve Hiles, discuss how to build a safe, emotionally supportive classroom.
Ease the Pain - Guidance for Safety and Regulation | Principal Matters Podcast
Will Parker interviews child behavior specialist Dr. Bethany Bilodeau in this week’s episode of Principal Matters Podcast.
Intro to Sensory Challenges & Selective Mutism w/ Dr. Bethany Bilodeau | Unspoken Words: A Selective Mutism Podcast
In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. B discuss the relationship between Selective Mutism and Sensory Processing Disorder, signs your child may have sensory issues, tips to help your child with sensory issues and more.
Methods to Eliminate Unwanted Behaviors with Dr. Bethany | Foundations of Learning Podcast
Dr. Bethany is the founder of C.O.R.E Methods. She has helped countless schools and parents eliminate unwanted behaviors at home and school.
How to Boost Your Biz by Sharing Your Expertise | Superstar Entrepreneurs with Joie Gharrity
Dr. Bethany Bilodeau is an expert in human behavior with a Doctorate of Arts in Leadership who has designed innovative programs to help students achieve academic success and holds numerous certifications in behavioral therapies. She has been recognized with multiple awards, including the 2024 Business of the Year in education. Her upcoming book, Ease the Pain in the Classroom, is set to launch in 2025.
Good News Story of The Day | Lakes FM 101.5 with Heather Bishop
Dr. B discusses her new book, Ease the Pain in The Classroom, which provides behavioral and sensory strategies to assist teachers and parents in addressing challenging behaviors.
Dr. Bethany Bilodeau from The Behavior Bootcamp | Matt Connarton Unleashed
Dr. Bethany Bilodeau returns to talk about receiving the 2024 business excellence award in education and discusses her work as a behavioral and sensory expert with Core Methods.
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