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Dr. Ellen Kenner gives concise and practical advice to caller questions four times a week. Dr. Ellen Kenner is a private practice clinical psychologist. Ask your personal question by calling toll free, 877-Dr-Kenner or visiting drkenner.com (where you...

Location:

Providence, RI

Description:

Dr. Ellen Kenner gives concise and practical advice to caller questions four times a week. Dr. Ellen Kenner is a private practice clinical psychologist. Ask your personal question by calling toll free, 877-Dr-Kenner or visiting drkenner.com (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook)

Twitter:

@DrEllenK

Language:

English

Contact:

51 Jefferson Blvd #400, Warwick, RI 02888 401-486-2098


Episodes
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Communication - How can I best communicate with my 90 year old mother who talks continuously and exclusively about her fringe religion?

4/13/2026
Communication - How can I best communicate with my 90 year old mother who talks continuously and exclusively about her fringe religion? Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

Duration:00:12:00

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Intimacy vs Health - Senior couple wants intimacy but can't due to health.

4/12/2026
Intimacy vs Health - Senior couple wants intimacy but can't due to health. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Grief - Is evasion of an issue always bad?

4/11/2026
Grief - Is evasion of an issue always bad? Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Courage - The psychological benefit of building courage and integrity by speaking up for your values - a short interview with seminar presenter Lin Zinser.

4/9/2026
Courage - The psychological benefit of building courage and integrity by speaking up for your values - a short interview with seminar presenter Lin Zinser. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Love smarter, not harder!

4/8/2026
This book is an engaging guide which reveals how understanding your own needs and values is the key to building a joyful, lasting relationship. It helps you deepen connection, appreciate your partner, and bring fun and meaning back into romance. And it helps you understand yourself, cherish your partner, and make romance fun again. Read it or listen today and transform your relationships!

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Fantasy - My friend can't tell the difference between dreams and reality.

4/7/2026
Fantasy - My friend can't tell the difference between dreams and reality. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Selfishness - Why do you (Dr.Kenner) claim love is selfish?

4/5/2026
Selfishness - Why do you (Dr.Kenner) claim love is selfish? Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Senility - My elderly mom is losing it.

4/4/2026
Senility - My elderly mom is losing it. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Dealing with Failure - Don't let setbacks or failures lower your future goals - a short interview with Dr. Judy Vanraalte.

4/2/2026
Dealing with Failure - Don't let setbacks or failures lower your future goals - a short interview with Dr. Judy Vanraalte. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Unearned Guilt - My brother abuses my parents.

3/31/2026
Unearned Guilt - My brother abuses my parents. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Divorce - How can I decide if I should stay with my wife of many years?

3/30/2026
Divorce - How can I decide if I should stay with my wife of many years? Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Silent Treatment - My boyfriend deals with issues by using the silent treatment.

3/28/2026
Silent Treatment - My boyfriend deals with issues by using the silent treatment. A short interview with Teacher/Author Charlotte Cushman. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Child Discipline - What are some techniques for proper child discipline? A short interview with Teacher/Author Charlotte Cushman.

3/25/2026
Child Discipline - What are some techniques for proper child discipline? A short interview with Teacher/Author Charlotte Cushman. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Anger - Help me stop hurting my girlfriend when I get angry

3/24/2026
Anger - Help me stop hurting my girlfriend when I get angry. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Evaluating risk - I experience fear and anxiety from reading my medication warnings.

3/22/2026
Evaluating risk - I experience fear and anxiety from reading my medication warnings. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Self Doubt - My mind constantly races with thoughts of self doubt

3/21/2026
Self Doubt - My mind constantly races with thoughts of self doubt. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Moods - What can I do about my PTSD and being bipolar?

3/18/2026
Moods - What can I do about my PTSD and being bipolar? Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Dating - 1-Is it ok to ask my boyfriend to move to my state? 2-Is there a problem if I make more money than my boyfriend?

3/16/2026
Dating - 1-Is it ok to ask my boyfriend to move to my state? 2-Is there a problem if I make more money than my boyfriend? Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Elder Care Issues - My mom is getting too psychologically dependent on me.

3/14/2026
Elder Care Issues - My mom is getting too psychologically dependent on me. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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Cognitive Therapy: What a first session of cognitive therapy is like - a short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach.

3/13/2026
Cognitive Therapy: What a first session of cognitive therapy is like - a short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

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