About Dr. McKenzie Goodine | Clinical Child Psychologist

ABOUT

👋 Hi! I’m Dr. McKenzie Goodine

I’m a Clinical Child Psychologist and mom. I help parents handle big feelings by teaching what to do and say in their child's hard moments.

If your child melts down during transitions, explodes when you say no, or falls apart when things don’t go their way, you’re not alone.

For nearly 10 years, I’ve helped hundreds of families understand what’s driving these big feelings and what helps.

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WHEN THINGS GET HARD, I’LL SHOW YOU WHAT TO DO NEXT

If you’re here, you might be living through moments that can blow up fast.
Transitions. Bedtime. Getting out the door. Turning off screens. Moments you say no.

And you’re stuck wondering things like:
Am I reinforcing this? Should I hold the boundary or give in? What do I say in the moment?

You’re not alone.

Most of the time, what looks like “defiance” is really a child who doesn’t yet have the skills to handle frustration, limits, and shifting gears. When those skills aren’t there, big feelings take over.

I’ll help you understand what’s driving your child’s meltdowns and what to do next, both in the moment and over time.

I have a PhD in Applied Child Psychology and I’m a licensed Clinical Child Psychologist.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOUR CHILD?

You know your child is a good kid. But hard moments turn to big feelings quickly. Right now, you see your child:

Melting down during transitions or when it’s time to move on

Throwing tantrums when you set a boundary or say no

Getting stuck in their routine and not being flexible

Falling apart after busy or stimulating days

Escalating fast when they’re upset

If this describes your child, you’re in the right place.

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THE ASK DR. MCKENZIE COMMUNITY

Every day, I hear from parents who feel exhausted and stuck. You are trying to hold boundaries, keep routines, and get through transitions. And then things explode.

If you’ve ever thought “I’m lost,” “What am I doing wrong?” or “Is this normal?” you are not alone.

That’s why I created the Ask Dr. McKenzie Community.

Inside the community, you can:

Ask questions about your child’s hard moments

Upvote questions from other parents facing similar challenges

Watch video answers that explain what’s going on and what helps

Connect with parents who understand what you’re going through

Learn more about the community

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Join the Ask Dr. McKenzie Community to ask questions, learn from me and other parents, and get clear guidance for your child’s hard moments.

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