Meet Dr. Martin: Growing Up Collection
In this profile, we sit down with Dr. Joanna Martin, the Cambridge-educated psychiatrist who designed our Growing Up Collection and the Play Pack (together: the Family Bundle) to help parents move beyond small talk and foster deep emotional resilience in their children.
Over the years, parents often asked: “Can these cards be used with kids?”
Therapists and coaches working with kids also reached out, curious about a conscious product for younger ages.
Enter Dr. Joanna Martin, a licensed Child Psychologist and Psychiatrist whose life’s work is dedicated to understanding the young mind. We collaborated with her to bridge the gap between clinical psychology and everyday family play, and the result is something truly special.
She grew up with British, Scottish, and German roots. Her multicultural background, combined with her academic and clinical training, has given her broad experience in supporting children, adolescents, and families across diverse settings.
Dr. Joanna Martin completed her medical studies across Europe and the U.S. and trained extensively in psychiatry. What excites her about the Growing Up Collection is the chance to bring her clinical expertise into something playful and preventative.
From Cambridge to the Living Room
What truly sets Dr. Joanna Martin apart is her academic rigor. She holds a doctoral dissertation in epigenetics from Cambridge University, meaning she understands on a cellular level how environment and conversation shape a child’s growth.
But beyond the titles, Joanna is a mother, which deepened her fascination with child development and gave her a personal perspective on the small steps that shape who children become.
“Wouldn’t it be great if this could be a preventative way for children not to go into depression or sadness? I honestly believe that a good conversation is not just words. It is a connection between the person who speaks and the person who listens,” she says.
Clinical Expertise, Playful Design
Dr. Martin brings a powerhouse of knowledge to every prompt in our Family Bundle:
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist and Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist
Doctoral dissertation in epigenetics at Cambridge University, UK
Experience in both public hospitals and private clinics
Lived and worked in India with NGOs supporting children
By using these cards, you aren't just playing a game; you are utilizing years of psychiatric expertise to foster a healthier relationship with your child.
Small Conversations, Big Impact
The Growing Up Collection is Dr. Martin's expertise and heart packaged into a practical tool for your family. It offers children a safe space to practice resilience, empathy, and joy through the power of conversation.
Ready to change the way you talk to your kids? Shop the Family Bundle here and turn dinner time into a breakthrough moment for your child’s emotional well-being.
