Dr. Vanessa Lapointe is a sought after media guest on a wide range of topics related to parenting, child development, mental health, and school success. Here is a sampling of some of her appearances, articles, and interviews. For media inquiries, please click here or email us at media (at) drvanessalapointe (dot) com
Television
Happier Parents Raise Happier Kids
Dr. Vanessa Lapointe talks to Gloria Macarenko on CBC Vancouver about how filling our own cups allows us to be more regulated and present as parents.
Gentle Parenting
Dr. Vanessa Lapointe is interviewed on Breakfast Television about how to practice gentle parenting and how it benefits children.
Parenting Right From The Start
Dr. Vanessa Lapointe talks about the first five years of development – from building relationship, to shyness, to discipline and more – as her new book, Parenting Right From The Start hits the shelves.
Talking to your kids about terrorism
Dr. Vanessa Lapointe explains the psychological effects of a tragedy like the Manchester bombing and how to talk to your kids about terrorism.
Mental Health and the Teen Years
Dr. Vanessa Lapointe discusses why it’s so hard to talk about mental health and why it’s so important to do so.
Talking to your kids about Trump
How much are your kids absorbing about US politics and Donald Trump?
Three tips to discipline your kids
Dr Vanessa Lapointe offers up three practical tips for parents on disciplining your kids without damaging their psyche.
How to get your kids to behave without messing them up
In her new book, Dr. Vanessa Lapointe has tips for dealing with difficult behaviour in children, without permanently damaging their psyche.
How to handle your child’s meltdown
Dr Vanessa Lapointe gives tips on handling tantrums with empathy and compassion on Breakfast Television.
Why good old fashioned play is good for kids brains
Dr Vanessa Lapointe raves about Science World Vancouver’s Wonder Gallery.
Beat back to school stress in 15 minutes!
Bestselling parenting author and counsellor, Dr. Vanessa Lapointe, returns with tips on beating back-to-school stress including dealing with after-school meltdowns, adjusting to a new teacher, and why routine is key for success.
Radio
Dr Vanessa Lapointe has been a guest on radio shows and podcasts all across North America.
Online and Print Media
