About this episode
Welcome to the Young Dad Podcast—whether you're mowing the lawn, grilling dinner, juggling dirty diapers, or just stealing five minutes for yourself—we’re glad you’re here. Grab your juice box, grab a snack, and let’s jump into today’s real and honest conversation.Our guest today is Austin Davis, a visionary leader in teen behavioral health and addiction recovery. He’s the founder and CEO of Clearfork Academy, the go-to residential treatment center in Texas for teens battling mental health challenges and substance use. With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Austin combines counseling, ministry, and faith to guide teens and families toward healing and hope.If you’re a parent, educator, or someone who cares about the next generation—this episode is for you.Visit ClearforkAcademy.com to learn more about their mission, programs, and how they’re transforming lives through faith, structure, and care. If you're a parent or educator seeking support—this is the place to start.Visit the website for interactive activity guides and everything YDP- www.youngdadpod.com Click the link for YDP deals (Triad Math, Forefathers, and more) - https://linktr.ee/youngdadpod Interested in being a guest on the Young Dad Podcast? Reach out to Jey Young through PodMatch at this link: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/youngdadLastly,consider making a monetary donation to support the Pod, https://buymeacoffee.com/youngdadpod.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Teen Behavioral Health01:03 Austin's Journey into Counseling03:42 Integrating Faith and Counseling08:43 Clear Fork Academy's Unique Approach11:29 Understanding Family Dynamics15:53 The Identity Crisis in Teens19:58 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Self-Perception24:53 Understanding Personal Accountability26:28 Recognizing Signs of Distress in Teens29:16 The Importance of Parental Involvement31:52 Success Stories from Clear Fork Academy36:30 The Journey of Healing and Identity39:19 A Call to Action for Families40:24 Lighthearted Moments in the Dad Zone
