
Office Hours with David Meltzer · 2026-08-05 · 32 min
Dr. Jerry Weichman is a clinical psychologist, adolescent specialist, and parenting expert with nearly 30 years of experience helping families navigate the challenges of teen development and mental health. Known as "The Teen Decoder," he has supported more than 6,500 families through The Weichman Clinic and the Teen Brain Program, providing practical strategies to address issues such as anxiety, depression, burnout, academic pressure, and digital overload. Through his book How To Deal and his Raising Families platform, Dr. Weichman equips parents with actionable tools to build resilience, strengthen family relationships, and foster healthier environments for their children.Erik Torres Martinez is an Italian entrepreneur and former competitive soccer player whose resilience turned adversity into innovation. After overcoming a genetic spinal condition that nearly left him paralyzed, Erik founded AgonUp, a platform that allows people worldwide to compete in skill-based challenges while giving brands AI-powered insights into community engagement and consumer behavior. Recognized by the Italian government as one of the country's top 15 startups selected for U.S.