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EP289 Leadership Skills That Transfer to Parenting21 oct. 202600:27:12

Something's going on with your kid. Maybe you have a diagnosis, maybe you don't, but it feels like someone should be able to help you make it all easier. In this episode of Parenting with Impact, Elaine and Diane look back at what they wish they'd known when they started parenting their own neurodivergent kids: how it’s a long game, how you'll end up as the expert in your child, and why it’s so important for relationship to come first. If you're at the start of your ADHD parenting journey (or wish you could start over), hit play—then pass it along to a parent who needs it.


What to expect in this episode:

  • You’ll learn why so many capable professionals feel competent at work but uncertain at home, and why that gap is understandable.
  • Elaine and Diane explain how familiar workplace leadership skills, like empowering team members, building trust, and giving people agency, can transfer directly to parenting complex kids.
  • You’ll hear why “onboarding your kids to adulthood” from ages 18 to 25 takes the pressure off getting everything right today.
  • Elaine names asking for and accepting help as the single most important life skill for kids and adults, and shares how parents can start modeling it now.
  • The episode closes with a practical mindset shift: parent from inspiration instead of desperation, and lean into hope.


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EP288 Childhood Trauma Affects Your Parenting: How to Break the Cycle, with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz 14 oct. 202600:32:57

Ever know exactly what you’re supposed to say to your kid, and then it just doesn’t come out? Clinical child psychologist Dr. Robyn Koslowitz, author of Post-Traumatic Parenting, joins Elaine to talk about how trauma shapes the way we react as parents, and how to break the cycle. You’ll learn why yelling, freezing, and checking out don’t make you a bad parent, they’re just reactions your brain learned. And it can learn something new. If you’ve ever wanted to change how you handle tough moments, this one’s for you. Listen, then share it with another parent who needs to hear it.


What to expect in this episode:

  • You’ll learn why we as parents react in ways we don’t intend, and how those reactions are coping strategies trauma taught the brain, not personal failures.
  • Dr. Robyn Koslowitz explains her “trauma app” framework and how parents can reprogram learned responses like yelling, freezing or dissociating.
  • You’ll hear why acknowledging “I can’t because of my trauma” is step one, and how accommodations, new skills or support from another adult can be step two.
  • Elaine and Dr. Koslowitz explore the overlap between neurodiversity and psychodiversity, including Elaine’s own experience as a parent with undiagnosed ADHD.
  • You’ll come away with the acknowledgement that parenting a neurodivergent child can be traumatic in its own right, and that this doesn’t mean you love your child any less.


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EP287 After the Diagnosis: Raising a Neurodivergent Child 07 oct. 202600:29:00

When your child gets a diagnosis, the next question for most parents comes fast: now what? Author, professor, and adoptive mom Nefertiti Austin joins Elaine Taylor-Klaus to talk about raising her spirited, neurodivergent daughter. They cover the "pinball of parenting," the expectations that didn't work out, and the moment she stopped trying to squeeze her kid into a box she'd never fit and started encouraging the person she was. They also get honest about adoptive parenting and what happens at school when race is added to neurodivergence. If you're wondering what comes after diagnosis—or if diagnosis wasn’t the fix you’d hoped it would be—this one's for you.


What to expect in this episode:

  • A diagnosis is a starting point, not an endpoint. The real work begins with the question "now what?"
  • Therapies and tools can help, but expecting them to change everything in a few months sets everyone up for failure.
  •  at your child's pace, and asking them directly "is this working for you?" builds progress that lasts.
  • When adults insist a child fit into a box they'll never fit, both parent and child get hurt. Trusting your instincts and following your child's lead can change everything.
  • Kids of colour with brain differences are often labeled negatively before anyone considers an assessment, so parents and educators need to give every child the benefit of the doubt.


About Nefertiti Austin

Nefertiti Austin is an adjunct professor of History and African American Studies, a speaker, and the author of two books exploring race, motherhood, and neurodiversity. Her newest book, She's Just Spirited, offers a lens into parenting a neurodiverse girl — navigating schools, therapists, and the emotional terrain of raising a child whose spirit is worth protecting at every turn.

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EP286 New ADHD Diagnosis? What We Wish We'd Known Sooner30 sept. 202600:30:00

Something's going on with your kid. Maybe you have a diagnosis, maybe you don't, but it feels like someone should be able to help you make it all easier. In this episode of Parenting with Impact, Elaine and Diane look back at what they wish they'd known when they started parenting their own neurodivergent kids: how it’s a long game, how you'll end up as the expert in your child, and why it’s so important for relationship to come first. If you're at the start of your ADHD parenting journey (or wish you could start over), hit play—then pass it along to a parent who needs it.


What to expect in this episode:

  • You'll learn why an ADHD diagnosis is the start of a long-term journey, and why setting that expectation early reduces overwhelm.
  • You'll hear why parents have to become the expert in their own child, and how that helps you educate and advocate with schools and providers.
  • You'll see why how you show up (calm or escalating) shapes your child's experience more than any single strategy.
  • You'll get a practical approach to deciding whether and how to tell your child about their diagnosis.
  • You'll learn why kids thrive when parents believe they're going to be okay, and why the relationship is the foundation of everything else.


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EP285 Parenting a Young Adult With ADHD: A Real Success Story23 sept. 202600:26:19

When it comes to parenting a complex kid, the change you've been working towards often shows up over years, not overnight. In this week’s episode, Elaine and Diane sit down with longtime ImpactParents member Andrea Osborne for a success story about parenting her ADHD daughter from the diagnosis she received after middle school through her big leap into college. Andrea gets real about letting go, grieving the kid she thought she'd have, and learning to lead with acknowledgment instead of correction. If you've ever wondered how things can feel like a mess and like you’re making real progress at the same time, this one's for you. Give it a listen.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Andrea Osborne shares how her ADHD diagnosis journey with her daughter began after a difficult middle school experience and evolved through high school, the pandemic, and the transition to college.
  • Listeners will hear a practical reframe for staying connected to a young adult child: giving them room to lead while remaining close enough to offer support when it's needed.
  • The episode offers a clear example of leading with acknowledgment before correction, and why that shift changes the tone of a parent-child relationship.
  • Andrea describes the process of grieving the child she expected in order to make room to fully embrace the child she has, a theme she and the hosts return to throughout the conversation.
  • The conversation shows how caregiving for a parent with dementia and parenting a child with ADHD can draw on the same coaching tools and the same core skill: letting go of what you can't control.

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EP284 Why Neuroinformed Workplaces Keep Their Best People16 sept. 202600:31:27

Ever notice your team runs smoother than your household, or vice versa? Elaine sits down with her husband and colleague David Taylor Klaus (DTK Coaching) to unpack how parenting and leadership draw on the same skills and why understanding neurodiversity at work isn't just kind — it's good business. They dig into masking, quiet quitting, retention, and why "all boats rise" when workplaces are designed for how brains actually work. If you've ever wondered how the coach-approach you use at home could change your team at work, this one's for you. Listen now, and find out how to bring a neuroinformed approach to your workplace.


What to expect in this episode:

  • How neurodiversity shows up the same way at home, at work, at school, and in clinics — and why that matters for parents
  • How masking damages people emotionally and physically, and what "quiet leaving" looks like in practice
  • Why onboarding is one of the most underused tools for supporting neurodivergent employees and family members alike
  • The idea that designing for neurodivergence benefits everyone — "all boats rise"
  • How the same communication and trust-building skills that work at home can transform a team, and vice versa

About David Taylor-Klaus

 is a Master Certified Coach, speaker, and author on a mission to unearth and unleash the personal mastery of entrepreneurs and senior executives. Since 2008, DTK has empowered his tribe to take an active, intentional, and dynamic role in their development and create the kind of life rhythm that enables them to build profitable businesses, raise thriving families, and live wildly fulfilling lives.

His best-selling new book “Mindset Mondays with DTK: 52 Ways to REWIRE Your Thinking and Transform Your Life" is available on Amazon.

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EP 283 Why It Takes 17 Years for Research to Reach Your Kid's Doctor09 sept. 202600:26:12

Ever leave a doctor or therapist appointment thinking, "They were smart and kind — and still had no idea what to do to help my kid"? Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster explain why that happens: it takes an average of 17 years for research to make it into everyday practice, and many professionals working with neurodivergent kids simply haven't received the training yet. In this episode, they unpack the shift from a "diagnose and treat" model to an "identify and support" approach, and introduce the NeuroInformed Institute — a new training pathway for parents and professionals alike. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at why you're often ahead of the curve, and what you can do with that.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why an average 17-year research-to-practice gap can leave parents feeling unsupported by professionals
  • How the diagnostic understanding of ADHD and autism has evolved — and where it still falls short
  • The shift from "diagnose and treat" to "identify and support"
  • Why coaches and parents are often ahead of clinical training
  • What the NeuroInformed Institute offers professionals and parents



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EP282 How to Reconnect With a Disconnected Kid (Part 3)02 sept. 202600:26:26

Reconnecting with a kid who's pulled away doesn't have to happen all at once. Elaine and Diane wrap their three-part series on relationship repair by focusing on small, doable steps — texts that don't ask for a reply, sharing popcorn on the couch, asking permission before offering advice. They talk about why their sense of safety (not your good intentions) is what determines whether your kid lets you back in, and how the phrase "up until now" can free you from the guilt spiral so you can actually get started. If you're rebuilding trust with your neurodivergent kid, this series is your roadmap. Catch up on parts one and two if you haven't yet, and let us know: what's one small reconnection move you're going to try this week?

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why small, everyday gestures — not big talks — are the best starting point for reconnecting with a disconnected kid
  • The "up until now" reframe and how it helps parents let go of guilt and blame so they can move forward
  • Why their feeling of safety, not your good intentions, determines whether your kid lets you back in
  • How asking permission before offering advice restores a kid's sense of agency
  • The four phases of parenting (director, collaborator, supporter, champion) and why so many parents get stuck in director mode


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EP281 When Your Teen Pulls Away: Rebuilding Trust After Conflict26 août 202600:23:08

Does it feel like your kid is pulling away? Always closing their door, avoiding you, or talking to you only when they have to? For neurodiverse families, this shift often comes from normal development colliding with an already taxed parent-child relationship. In this episode, Elaine and Diane dig into where that disconnect happens and what actually works to rebuild trust and connection with your kid. They unpack the shift from "I'm afraid for you" to "I believe in you," and why that one mindset change can transform your dynamic. If you've been feeling shut out, this is your on-ramp back in.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why a teenager pulling away and closing their door is often a normal part of development, not necessarily a red flag
  • How the parent's role as "director" can create a second layer of disconnection on top of natural individuation
  • A reframe of "trust" as a felt sense of safety and comfort, not just honesty or truth-telling
  • A practical mindset shift — "I believe in you" instead of "I'm afraid for you" — and why it changes how our kids experience us
  • Why creating space for an uncertain (but very possible) positive future can help you calm enough to make reconnection possible



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EP280 SODA: The Four Ways Parents Get Reactive (And How to Recognize Them)19 août 202600:22:43

Ever feel like you're spiraling? If it seems like nothing you try is working and you're somehow driving your kid further away, you're not alone—and it's not just about your kid. In this episode, Elaine and Diane dig into the parent experience—the overwhelm, frustration, guilt, and worry that show up when we're raising complex kids, and why noticing our own reactivity (hello, SODA: shut down, offense, defense, avoid) is the first step to showing up differently. If you've ever wondered why you react the way you do, this one's for you. Hit play.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why the parent experience—not the kid's—is often the missing piec
  • An introduction to SODA: the four common reactive patterns (Shut down, Offense, Defense, Avoid) and how to spot yours
  • The difference between being "aware," "alert," and "alarmed,” and why many parents live in alert without realizing it
  • Why uncertainty, even more than the actual problem, is often what makes parents feel unsafe
  • A reminder that feeling alone in this struggle is a signal worth paying attention to, not a truth about your situation


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EP279 Why Won't My ADHD Kid Just Start? A New Theory of Motivation12 août 202600:32:49

Ever look at your ADHD kid and think, "I know they want to do well — so why can't they just get started?" This week, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper joins Elaine to break down a completely new way of understanding motivation and executive function. You'll learn why "unmotivated" is almost always the wrong word, why extra time isn't the accommodation you think it is, and why talking things through with your kid might be one of the most powerful tools you have. This one's dense — you may want to listen twice. Tap in for a total shift in how you see effort, motivation, and what your ADHD kid is actually up against.


What to expect in this episode:

  • A new way to understand ADHD motivation using Dr. Russell Barkley's two-brain model
  • Why calling executive function an "impairment" can actually reduce shame, not increase it
  • Why rewards and willpower fall short as long-term motivation strategies
  • Why extra time isn't the relief parents assume it is
  • Why talking things through with your kid is a real, research-backed accommodation


About Jeff Copper

Jeff Copper is a cognitive engineer and ADHD coach. He is founder of DIG Coaching Practice, Attention Talk Radio, and Attention Talk Video. He holds professional designations from ICF and PAAC and certifications from ADD Coach Academy and Coaches Training Institute. A member of ADDA, CHADD, ACO, PAAC, and ICF, Jeff developed Cognitive Ergonomics From the Inside Out®, a radical departure from the current ADHD intervention paradigm. In recognition of his contributions, he received the ACO's 2022 Professional Excellence Award. Jeff continues to innovate in attention coaching, helping individuals understand and manage their ADHD challenges.

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EP278 High-Conflict Divorce to Co-Parenting Peace: A Real Success Story05 août 202600:38:01

High-conflict divorce can feel like a life sentence — especially when you're fighting over your child's health and well-being, and neither parent will budge. In this episode, Elaine sits down with Alanah, an attorney and civil rights advocate, who shares how she transformed a near-litigation co-parenting nightmare into a working relationship built on mutual respect and collaboration. Alanah breaks down the exact shift that changed everything — and what she did when her co-parent wasn't on board yet. If you've ever felt trapped in a conflict you can't get out of, this one's for you. Listen now and find out what's actually possible.

What to expect in this episode:

  • The parenting covenant strategy: How Alanah transformed a stack of legal pleadings into a clear, shared vision, and how to distill what you actually want from a conflict so you can start working toward it.
  • What to do when your co-parent isn't on board: Practical guidance on enrolling a resistant co-parent in a new vision without forcing it on them.
  • Why alignment beats agreement: The crucial difference between trying to agree on specifics and starting with what you both already share: your child's well-being.
  • Real-time coaching and "texting from the ledge": Why practicing new patterns in the middle of a real conflict, not just during a coaching session, is what makes change stick.
  • The shift from "have to" to "get to": How Alanah moved from feeling like a prisoner in her co-parenting dynamic to feeling genuinely liberated and what that shift actually required.


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EP277 Why Systems Fail—And What Actually Works for Complex Kids29 juil. 202600:26:43

You’ve tried the systems recommended for helping complex kids—reward charts, planners, new morning routines—and they’re just not sticking for your kid. It isn’t that you’re using bad systems, it's that often we’re starting with the solution before we understand the problem. In this episode, Elaine and Diane unpack why systems and structures are the last piece of the parenting puzzle, not the first, and walk you through a practical, personalized approach to building routines that actually hold up for neurodiverse kids. Ready to stop guessing and start problem solving? This one's for you.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why systems and structures come last in the ImpactParents model.
  • The real reason reward charts and planners only work some of the time.
  • How to problem-solve before you pick a system using real world scenarios and practical examples.
  • Why buy-in and ownership are essential for complex kids and how to get them on board without a power struggle.
  • The concept of "flexible structure": how to build routines that are solid enough to hold, but have enough give to survive a hard day.

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EP276: Shifting Expectations for Complex Kids: How to Meet Them Where They Are22 juil. 202600:23:18

Are you holding your complex kid to expectations that weren't built for their brain? In this episode, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster dig into one of the most misunderstood concepts in parenting neurodiverse kids: shifting expectations—not lowering or eliminating them. You'll learn why the gap between expectation and reality is the root of most conflicts, the reasons why your complex kid might be struggling to meet the bar you set, and what it means to meet your kid where they are. If you’re raising a kid with ADHD or executive function challenges, this one’s an essential listen. Tune in, then head to ImpactParents.com to find out how you can keep learning with Sanity School® for Parents.

What to expect in this episode:

  • The 30% rule explained: Kids with executive function challenges are often 30% behind peers developmentally, which translates to 3–5 years for younger kids and 8–10 years for young adults. 
  • Shifting vs. lowering—they’re not the same thing: Understand the difference between abandoning your expectations and moving them to where your kid can actually reach them, then growing from there.
  • Every trigger starts with a gap: The space between what you expect and what your kid delivers is the root cause of most conflicts at home.
  • Process over outcome: Holding neurodiverse kids accountable to how they approach tasks (rather than just whether they finish them) is what really builds long-term capability and self-worth.
  • The collaborative piece: Setting expectations isn't something you do to your kid, it's something you do with them, and buy-in from your child is what makes the whole thing stick.

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EP275: Positivity and Communication: The Second Cornerstone of Parenting Complex Kids15 juil. 202600:23:53

Being nice and being positive aren't the same thing—and if you're parenting a complex kid, that distinction matters. In this episode, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster dig into the second Sanity School® cornerstone: positivity and communication. They cover why resilience more than intelligence influences success, what the "independence pyramid" is built on, and how the way you talk to your kid (and to yourself) shapes everything from relationships to self-regulation. It's part two of a four-part series. You can catch up on the first episode about activating your child’s brain and follow along so you don't miss the rest.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why being positive isn't the same as being nice, and why that distinction matters for parenting complex kids
  • Why resilience, not intelligence, is the biggest predictor of a kid's long-term success, and how to build it
  • What the "independence pyramid" is, and why relationship, trust, and communication have to come in that order
  • How tone, timing, and what your kid actually hears (versus what you meant) shape every conversation
  • Why self-talk is a form of self-care, and how changing your own internal dialogue changes how you show up for your kid

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EP274: How to Activate Your ADHD Child's Brain: Executive Function, Emotions & Motivation08 juil. 202600:25:17

Your brilliant kid can't get out the door in the morning, falls apart over homework, and goes from fine to completely overwhelmed in seconds. You want to help them out, but it feels like you've tried everything and nothing sticks. In this episode of Parenting with Impact, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster break down what's actually happening in your child's brain, and why executive function, emotional regulation, and motivation are the three most important things every parent of a neurodiverse kid needs to understand. This is part one of a four-episode series built on the framework ImpactParents has been teaching with their Sanity School® program for 15 years. If you're tired of jumping from strategy to strategy without meaningful progress, this episode gives you a powerful place to start. Hit follow so you don't miss what's coming next.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why "activating the brain" is the foundation for everything else you'll do as a parent of a complex or neurodiverse kid—and what it actually means day-to-day
  • The real reason your brilliant child struggles to organize, plan, or follow through (it has nothing to do with how smart they are, it just requires a completely different part of the brain)
  • What executive function looks like in daily life, and how Dr. Thomas E. Brown's six-area model helps you pinpoint exactly where your child needs support
  • Why your child probably isn't really going from "zero to a hundred"—and what's actually happening in their nervous system before the meltdown
  • Why your child isn't unmotivated — they're differently wired, and understanding that changes everything about how you show up for them

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EP273: Parenting Ahead of the Problem with Dr. Ross Greene01 juil. 202600:29:33

When rewards, punishments, and consequences aren’t working, it may be time to ask new questions. In this episode, Dr. Ross Greene explains why challenging behavior isn’t usually a sign of defiance or poor motivation, but a signal that a child is struggling with expectations they cannot yet meet. He introduces the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions mode and explains how shifting from behavior management to collaborative problem solving can reduce conflict, strengthen relationships, and help kids build the skills they need to succeed. Discover how changing the way you see challenging behavior can transform the way you support your child.



What to expect in this episode:

  • Why challenging behavior is often signals a struggle with skills rather than defiance
  • The difference between managing behaviors and addressing the causes behind them
  • The role of collaboration in helping kids build problem-solving skills
  • How proactive conversations can reduce power struggles and emotional blowups
  • What schools and families can do differently to better support complex kids


About Dr. Ross Greene

Ross is the originator of the Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) model, as described in his influential books The Explosive Child, Lost at School, Lost & Found, and Raising Human Beings, and the forthcoming The Kids Who Aren't Okay: The Urgent Case for Reimagining Support, Belonging, and Hope in Schools. He served on the faculty at Harvard Medical School for over 20 years, and is now an adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech and in the Faculty of Science at The University of Technology Sydney in Australia. He is deeply involved in fundraising efforts at Lives in the Balance, CPS model projects, and Lives in the Balance documentaries and mini-documentaries.

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The Explosive Child [Sixth Edition] by Greene PhD, Ross W. 

The Kids Who Aren't Okay by Ross W. Greene Ph.D. 


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Do you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.



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EP272: How To Build the School Support Kids with ADHD Need to Thrive with Jenny Drennan24 juin 202600:34:27

Getting your child through school should not feel like navigating a maze, but for many parents, it does. When learning differences, executive function challenges, or other school struggles are a factor, it can be hard to know which supports will actually work and how to find ones that will be a good fit. In this episode, educational therapist Jenny Drennan unpacks the differences among tutors, coaches, educational therapists, advocates, and other specialists, and shares what parents need to know before investing their time, energy, and resources. Get ready to cut through the confusion and discover how finding the right support can strengthen not only your child's growth, but your relationship with them.



What to expect in this episode:

  • The differences between tutoring, educational therapy, coaching, and school-based supports
  • What cognitive assessments reveal about how a child learns and struggles
  • Why executive function support requires more than just organizational tools
  • The role of authentic buy-in in determining a support’s success
  • How the parent-child relationship impacts learning and growth


About Jenny Drennan

Jenny Drennan is a Board-Certified Educational Therapist, Founder of WeThrive Learning, and a featured speaker. Her private practice specializes in supporting students with ADHD and math and language processing challenges. Drawing on best practices and the latest research, WeThrive Learning provides 1-1 tailored support for students and parents globally, taking into account their complex learning profiles. She is certified by ImpactParents as a Sanity School® behavior therapy program trainer. Her passion, work, and insights have earned her recognition as one of the top 10 most influential educators by MSN. Her contributions and presentations have also been featured on numerous podcasts, in organizations, at workshops, and in parent groups.

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"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD Intervention

Do you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.



Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com


EP271: Late Diagnosed ADHD in Women: When Life Finally Makes Sense with Liz Lewis17 juin 202600:34:13

What happens when years of overwhelm, self-doubt, and burnout finally start to make sense? For many women, ADHD goes undiagnosed for decades, leaving them navigating impossible expectations and blaming themselves for struggles they never understood. In this episode, Liz Lewis explores how a late diagnosis can change how you see your past, your relationships, and yourself, while reminding us that ADHD is only one part of the story. Take this conversation as an opportunity to slow down, question old narratives, and create a version of success that actually fits your life.



What to expect in this episode:

  • The reality of growing up with ADHD before we understood how it shows up in girls and women
  • Why many women discover ADHD through parenting, burnout, or major life transitions
  • The hidden ways unrealistic expectations and gender roles amplify ADHD overwhelm
  • What happens when an ADHD diagnosis becomes self-understanding instead of self-definition
  • Why hitting pause after diagnosis can stop you from turning self-discovery into self-destruction


About Liz Lewis

Liz Lewis is a writer, coach, researcher, and self-described chronic overthinker who helps ADHD women navigate motherhood, mental health, and midlife burnout with more clarity and self-compassion. Through her work at HealthyADHD LLC, as well as through coaching, speaking, and her Substack, Liz offers practical, relatable support grounded in lived experience and research. She has facilitated peer support groups for ADDA, spoken at national conferences, and written for publications including HuffPost, Attention Magazine, and ADDitude Magazine. Her first book, You Are Not the Problem, is a gentle guide for late-diagnosed ADHD women that blends personal stories, science, and midlife humor. When she’s not overthinking life and writing about it, she enjoys reading, volunteering, and spending time with her husband, son, and their very opinionated dog.

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Celebrate the launch of Liz Lewis’ new book, You Are Not the Problem: Late Diagnosed Women and the Invisible Forces That Shape Us! Grab your copy and use code NotTheProb20 to get 20% OFF. Don’t miss this empowering read for late-diagnosed women navigating identity, ADHD, and the invisible forces shaping their lives.


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"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD Intervention

Do you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.



Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com





EP270: How To Help Young Adults with ADHD Find the Right Support with Dr. Zachary Gershon 10 juin 202600:34:14

Wanting to support your growing ADHD kid and knowing how to support them are often two very different things. As teens and young adults push for independence, even well-meaning advice can feel controlling, creating more resistance and disconnection. In this episode, Dr. Zach Gershon explains why peer support and community can be life-changing for young adults with ADHD, and how parents can shift from managing their child to becoming a trusted source of support. Press play to discover how connection, autonomy, and small wins can help young adults build confidence and move forward on their own terms.


What to expect in this episode:

  • Why peer support groups can feel safer and more relatable than parent advice
  • How “asking instead of telling” changes parent-child dynamics
  • What ADHD teens and young adults really want from their parents during transition years
  • The role of community in reducing shame and isolation for ADHD young adults
  • Why support works best when young adults feel ownership and autonomy

About Dr. Zachary Gershon

Dr. Zachary Gershon is a twice-exceptional neuroscientist based in New York City whose work explores the intersection of neurodiversity, cognition, and human behavior. He earned his PhD from The Rockefeller University, where his research focused on neuroscience and brain function. Drawing from both scientific expertise and lived experience as a twice-exceptional individual, Dr. Gershon is passionate about advancing conversations around neurodivergence, learning differences, giftedness, and mental performance through research, speaking, and advocacy.

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EP269: What do PDA & ODD Have to Do with the Nervous System? - Rabbi Shoshana03 juin 202600:30:15

What if behaviors that look defiant are actually signs of a nervous system under threat? In this episode, Rabbi Shoshana unpacks PDA, also known as Pathological Demand Avoidance or Pervasive Drive for Autonomy, and explains how nervous system sensitivity, autonomy, and co-regulation shape behavior in neurodivergent kids. She explores why traditional approaches often fail, how aspects of modern life intensify dysregulation, and what it means to truly trust a child rather than assume oppositional intent. Get ready to rethink “difficult behavior,” understand what may be happening beneath the surface, and walk away with a more compassionate, nervous-system-informed approach to supporting your family.



What to expect in this episode:

  • The connection between nervous system sensitivity, autonomy, and emotional regulation
  • PDA behaviors that are commonly mistaken for defiance or manipulation
  • Modern school and family expectations that can push sensitive nervous systems into overload
  • A breakdown of the “safe circle” metaphor and what it says about threat response
  • Meaningful, real-life tasks that naturally lower resistance and increase cooperation


About Rabbi Shoshana

Rabbi Shoshana Meira Friedman is a PDA Autistic woman and creator of The PDA Safe Circle™, a transformative online community for PDAers and their loved ones that centers her strengths-based PDA Safe Circle® Approach. Rabbi Shoshana is known for her in-depth content on PDA that helps PDAers of all ages to thrive within the constraints of their vulnerable nervous system. After a previous career in Jewish congregational leadership and climate activism, she is now a sought-after coach and trainer for PDA adults, parents, and allied clinicians. Her writing has been published in many venues, including The New York Times and Psychotherapy Networker magazine, and she is the author of two children’s books.

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EP268: Parent Coaching and Support: What Parents Need Most27 mai 202600:25:57

Feeling isolated or overwhelmed? Unsure why some parenting support spaces help, while others leave you feeling even more stuck? In this episode, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster break down the differences between support groups, coaching groups, learning communities, and live Q&A spaces, and why the right kind of support can completely change your experience as the parent of a complex kid. They explore how feeling truly understood and supported can reduce isolation, why coaching creates deeper change than information alone, and how shared experiences help parents move from overwhelm into action. Discover how choosing the right kind of support can help you feel less alone, make real progress, and create the kind of change your family has been needing.

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What to expect in this episode:

  • The key differences between support groups, coaching groups, and learning communities
  • How feeling understood by other parents can ease feelings of shame and isolation
  • What parents can learn by observing others work through their own challenges in coaching
  • Why real change happens when support moves beyond information into action
  • How understanding your needs can help you choose the right kind of support


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EP267: The Hidden Math Disability: Understanding and Managing Dyscalculia with Laura Jackson20 mai 202600:33:19

Math struggles are not always about effort or attention. For some kids, the challenge runs deeper, starting with how they understand numbers, patterns, and quantities. In this episode, specialist Laura Jackson unpacks dyscalculia a little-known learning ,disability that affects number sense, problem-solving, and everyday tasks like time, money, and measurement, often leaving kids frustrated and misunderstood. Dive in to learn how curiosity, validation, and informed, targeted support can reduce anxiety, build confidence, and help your child develop skills that finally make math (and life) feel more manageable.

What to expect in this episode:
What dyscalculia is and how it differs from general math struggles
Why more studying and practice problems don’t address the core challenge
How dyscalculia impacts everyday life beyond school subjects
Why traditional tutoring may not address the root of the issue
The importance of curiosity and validation in supporting kids


About Laura Jackson
Laura M. Jackson is an author, dyscalculia specialist, and founder of Discovering Dyscalculia. She coaches individuals and families through the diagnosis of dyscalculia or math learning disability, which impacts at least 1 in every 20 students and adults. Laura’s work in this little-known field began in 2017 with her own daughter’s dyscalculia diagnosis. Since then, she has written a book, led workshops and training sessions, coached parents, students, teachers, and adults, and collaborated with dyscalculia experts in the US and the UK. Through her website, writing, speaking engagements, and coaching, her mission is to raise greater dyscalculia awareness, education, and support for individuals and families impacted by dyscalculia.

Connect with Laura
Website: Discovering Dyscalculia
Book: The Book | Discovering Dyscalculia by Laura M Jackson
Podcast: Discovering Dyscalculia | The Podcast

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EP266: Beyond Intervention: When & How to Have Serious Family Conversations with Diana Clark, JD, MA13 mai 202600:29:44

When a loved one is struggling, knowing what to say or do can feel overwhelming and high-stakes. In this episode, Diana Clark, President of Intent Clinical, shares how communication patterns, emotional reactions, and fear can shape the way families respond to complex issues like addiction, mental health, and behavioral challenges. You will hear why trying to “fix” someone often backfires, and what it really takes to open the door for support and change. Dive in to learn how to approach difficult conversations with clarity, compassion, and a collaborative mindset that strengthens connection instead of resistance.


What to expect in this episode:

  • Why trying to “fix” a loved one can create more resistance than change
  • How fear and urgency can lead to rigid and ineffective communication patterns
  • The importance of preparing for conversations instead of reacting in the moment
  • Why asking permission can improve receptivity in difficult discussions
  • Facilitated family meetings vs. traditional interventions—and why that shift is so important

About Diana Clark, JD, MA

Diana Clark, JD, MA, is a renowned family recovery advocate and the President of Intent Clinical, bringing over 20 years of expertise in complex family systems, substance use disorders, and mental health disorders. She has helped thousands of families in crisis, guiding them toward healthier dynamics and sustainable recovery. At Intent Clinical, Diana leads a team of behavioral health professionals providing concierge-level care to high-net-worth individuals and families. Under her leadership, the organization delivers customized, evidence-based solutions that address the unique complexities of behavioral health. Diana holds a master's degree in psychology from Antioch New England Graduate School. She is widely recognized as an expert in family systems and parenting. In addition to her work as a speaker, educator, and thought leader, Diana has presented at major conferences, led professional training sessions, and conducted workshops for families, clinicians, and organizations. She is also the author of Addiction Recovery: A Family’s Journey, and the co-host of the Conversations with Intent Podcast, where she explores mental health, family resilience, and strategies for navigating life’s challenges.

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EP265: Who Are Complex Kids And What Do They Need?06 mai 202600:24:45

“Complex kids” are often seen as difficult or defiant, but there’s more going on beneath the surface. They are navigating executive function challenges, emotional regulation struggles, and a world that often expects them to conform to methods that don't work for them. In this episode, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster break down what makes a child “complex” and why traditional parenting approaches often fall short for those kids. Tune in to learn how a collaborative, coach-style approach can help your complex child build confidence, develop agency, and move toward independence with support that truly works.


What to expect in this episode:

  • What “complex kids” really means beyond diagnoses like ADHD
  • Why executive function is at the core of many parenting challenges
  • How modern life and the digital world increase overwhelm for kids
  • The importance of emotional regulation for both kids and parents
  • How agency and independence develop through collaboration, not control


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EP264: Sensitive Kids and Big Emotions: What Parents Need to Know with Dr. Judith Orloff29 avr. 202600:30:09

Does your child seem overwhelmed by emotions, easily affected by others, or more sensitive than their peers? It may not be a problem to fix, but a difference to understand. In this episode, Dr. Judith Orloff explains the difference between empathy, empaths, and highly sensitive kids and examines how these traits shape behavior, overwhelm, and emotional responses. Press play to learn practical ways to support your child with self-regulation, boundaries, and confidence so they can feel understood and in control.

What to expect in this episode:

  • The difference between empathy and being an empath or highly sensitive person
  • How sensory overload can lead to overwhelm, shutdown, or big reactions
  • Why neurodivergent and sensitive kids tend to absorb emotions from others
  • Why sensitive traits should be supported, not “trained out” of children
  • Simple self-regulation tools like alone time, boundaries, and calming environments

About Dr. Judith Orloff

Judith Orloff, MD, is a New York Times bestselling author, a psychiatrist, and an empath. She is the author of the new children’s book The Highly Sensitive Rabbit, about a caring cottontail who is shamed for her sensitivities but then learns to embrace them. Dr. Orloff's other books include The Genius of Empathy, The Empath’s Survival Guide, and Thriving as an Empath. Dr. Orloff also specializes in treating highly sensitive people in her medical practice. Dr. Orloff’s work has been featured on The Today Show, CNN, Oprah Magazine, the New York Times, and USA Today. Explore more at www.drjudithorloff.com.


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EP263: How to Help 2e Kids with Social Skills and Bullying with Elizabeth Smith22 avr. 202600:31:29

Social struggles are not just about making friends. For many neurodivergent and 2e or “twice exceptional” kids, misunderstood social cues, complex peer dynamics, and hurt feelings can quickly turn into conflict or isolation. In this episode, Elizabeth Smith unpacks what is really happening beneath these interactions and how parents can guide their kids through them with greater clarity and understanding. Dive in to learn how you can help your child navigate social situations, respond confidently to teasing, and feel like they truly belong with peers.

What to expect in this episode:

  • The differences between social feedback, teasing, & bullying and why it matters
  • How social hierarchies influence behaviors in middle school and beyond
  • Why neurodivergent kids may struggle to interpret social cues
  • How to teach “snappy comebacks” so kids can respond to teasing in real time
  • What to do when teasing becomes repeated or escalates into bullying

About Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth, a New York City-based social coach, has a deep-rooted passion for empowering 2e and profoundly gifted children. Her journey into social coaching was personal: she was working as a physician assistant in psychiatry when her own 2e child needed support. Elizabeth discovered the evidence-based PEERS program from UCLA’s Semel Institute. After obtaining certification, Elizabeth conducted further research into best practices for affirming neurotypes and strategies to avoid masking and forced behavior. This developed into her own strengths-based approach, utilizing empathy, acceptance, and current research to empower children to meet their own goals.

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EP262: Success! Coaching Group Members Share Powerful Stories15 avr. 202600:54:39

Parenting a complex teen can feel isolating, exhausting, and hard to figure out on your own. What if you didn’t have to do it alone? In this episode, real parents share how group coaching helped them feel supported, learn practical parenting strategies, and create lasting change in their families. Listen in to find out how support, connection, and the right tools can help you parent with more confidence, calm, and hope.


What to expect in this episode:

  • How group coaching helps parents feel less alone and more supported
  • The difference between support groups and structured coaching
  • Why hearing others’ experiences can accelerate your own growth
  • How coaching teaches skills you can apply beyond parenting
  • The role of community in building confidence and emotional resilience


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EP261: Wired for Survival: Creating Safety & Calming Your Nervous System with Theresa Lear Levine08 avr. 202600:26:06

You know what to do, but still can’t seem to do it. That gap isn’t necessarily about discipline or motivation. In this episode, Theresa Lear Levine reveals how your nervous system and subconscious patterns can quietly drive your reactions, keeping you stuck in stress, overwhelm, and unhelpful old habits. Listen in to learn how EFT tapping can help you self-regulate, shift into calm, and start responding with more clarity, control, and confidence.


What to expect in this episode:

  • Why knowing what to do doesn’t automatically translate into doing it
  • How the nervous system's sense of safety determines your ability to change
  • The role of the amygdala in fight or flight and emotional reactions
  • How EFT tapping helps regulate stress and calm the brain
  • Why small regulation tools matter in effective parenting responses


About Theresa Lear Levine

Theresa Lear Levine is an EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) Master Practitioner, hypnotherapist, and the founder of Becoming More Me, a personal development platform dedicated to helping individuals release limiting beliefs, heal emotional patterns, and step into their most aligned, authentic selves. Through a blend of tapping, subconscious reprogramming, and mindset work, Theresa supports clients in overcoming anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional blocks so they can create more ease, confidence, and fulfillment in their lives. Her work focuses on empowering people to reconnect with who they truly are beneath conditioning and fear.

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EP260: How To Build Self-Trust and Emotional Regulation with Autism and ADHD with Taylor Heaton01 avr. 202600:28:55

Supporting your kid starts with supporting yourself, and that’s especially true if you’re a neurodivergent parent. In this episode with Taylor Heaton, we’ll explore the importance of rest, routines, and trusting yourself when it comes to self-regulation, and what a later-in-life diagnosis can do for parents who might be struggling. Join us for insights on understanding yourself to parent with clarity and confidence.

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What to expect in this episode:

  • How a late autism diagnosis can impact identity and self-understanding
  • Why trusting your body and intuition is essential for neurodivergent adults
  • How autistic inertia affects motivation, transitions, and daily functioning
  • Why rest, hydration, and simple routines are critical for regulation and well-being
  • The importance of gentleness, slowing down, and self-compassion in regulation


About Taylor Heaton

Taylor Heaton is a content creator, autism advocate, and the voice behind Mom on the Spectrum, a platform dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of autism through the lived experience of motherhood. As a late-diagnosed autistic woman and parent to autistic children, Taylor shares honest, relatable insights on neurodivergence, parenting, sensory challenges, and navigating everyday life on the spectrum. Through her content, she helps normalize autism, reduce stigma, and provide support to families and individuals seeking validation, education, and community. Her work blends storytelling, advocacy, and practical tools to help others better understand themselves and their loved ones.

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EP259: From Control to Cooperation: Rethinking Screen Time25 mars 202600:26:53

Struggling with screen time, online safety, or other tech battles at home? It might not be about increasing control. In this episode, Elaine and Diane explore how shifting from fear to curiosity, and prohibition to cooperation, can help kids build healthy, sustainable relationships with technology. Press play to learn how communication and empowerment can change everything.
 
 

What to expect in this episode:

●     How to build a healthy relationship with tech beyond setting screen limits

●     Why agreements work better than rules for managing technology use

●     How to stop treating technology as the enemy in your home

●     How (and why) to shift from control to long-term self-management

●     Strategies for navigating tech use and school work without constant conflict


 

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EP258: Gap Years for Neurodiverse Teens: What Parents Need to Know with Jason Sarouhan18 mars 202600:40:56

Not every student is ready to go straight from high school to college—and that doesn’t mean they are falling behind. In this episode, Jason Sarouhan explains how taking intentional time after high school can help neurodiverse young adults build confidence, resilience, intention, and real-world skills before taking their next step. Tune in to explore a more flexible, growth-centered path for your graduating teen.
 
 

What to expect in this episode:

●     What a gap year really is—and why it is more than just taking time off

●     How intentionality, structure, mentorship, and peer relationships shape a strong gap year experience

●     Why neurodiverse students may need to stretch, not stress, in their next step after high school

●     How experiential learning can reveal both what young adults want—and what they do not want

●     What role parents can take in supporting exploration without forcing their own agenda
 
 

About Jason Sarouhan

Jason Sarouhan is a leader with the Gap Year Association, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting access to meaningful gap-year opportunities that foster personal growth, experiential learning, and global citizenship. Through his work, Jason helps students and families understand how structured gap year experiences, such as travel, service, internships, and independent projects, can build resilience, self-awareness, and real-world skills before entering college or the workforce. He advocates intentional gap-year planning that supports both personal development and long-term educational success.

 

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●     Website: Gap Year Association

●     Instagram: @gapyearassociation 


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Ep257: A Psychiatrist's View on Focus for ADHD Brains with Kourosh Dini11 mars 202600:27:18

Waiting until the last-minute panic hits to finally get things done? In this episode, Dr. Kourosh Dini explores why urgency isn’t the only way to activate focus with ADHD. Learn how using pause, play, interest, and agency can replace force-based productivity with something more sustainable and self-trusting. Press play to discover a calmer, connected, and more intuitive way to engage with your work and your life.
 
 What to expect in this episode:

●     Why the pause helps emotions crystallize into clearer thinking and better decisions

●     How a one-breath “visit” can reduce avoidance and rebuild self-trust 

●     What PINCH motivators (play, interest, novelty, and connection) do for ADHD brains that urgency cannot

●     How supporting autonomy strengthens agency and authentic engagement that lasts , especially for teens and young adults
 
 

About  Kourosh Dini, MD
Dr. Kourosh helps “wandering minds” such as creatives, the anxious, and those with ADHD move from feeling like they have to force themselves to work toward engaging at their own pace while still meeting deadlines. Having navigated his own challenges with focus and productivity, he developed an approach that allows work to feel genuine, meaningful, and even playful. As a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, musician, father, and husband, he now teaches his students and clients how to build sustainable focus rooted in agency rather than urgency.
 
 Connect with Kourosh

●        Website: Waves of Focus 

●        Instagram: @kouroshdinimd 

●        Podcast: Rhythms of Focus 
 

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EP256: Parenting ADHD: How To Handle School Refusal With Confidence04 mars 202600:28:47

What if school refusal is not defiance, but a signal? In this episode, we look beneath the surface at the real reasons kids resist school—from executive function challenges and shame, to sensory overload and fear. Learn how to respond with curiosity instead of control, and how to work with your child to build solutions together. Tune in to solve school battles and restore your kid’s confidence for learning.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why school refusal is often about overwhelm, not laziness
  • The emotional layers of shame, anxiety, and perfectionism
  • Social stress, bullying, and peer rejection as hidden drivers
  • Why safety and nervous system regulation matter for learning
  • How to use the ACE tool to open productive conversations


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EP255: Managing ADHD Through Conversation, Not Willpower with Jeff Copper25 févr. 202600:32:24

When follow-through keeps breaking down, the answer isn't planning harder. In this episode with ADHD coach Jeff Copper, we unpack why executive function struggles come from ambiguity, not lack of effort, and why direct conversation is a powerful accommodation. Press play to learn what actually helps kids and adults with ADHD move from planning to action.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why people with ADHD struggle to execute plans even when the goal is clear
  • How ambiguity, not laziness, disrupts follow-through and problem-solving
  • What executive functions really are and how they operate as cognitive tools
  • The power of direct conversation for improving clarity, focus, and emotional regulation
  • ADHD accommodations that are practical and often hide in plain sight

About Jeff Copper
Jeff Copper, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, is founder of DIG Coaching Practice and host of Attention Talk Radio and Video. He developed Cognitive Ergonomics From the Inside Out™, a new ADHD intervention using an engineering approach to address executive function challenges. Jeff holds an MBA from the University of Tampa and credentials from ICF, PAAC, ADDCA, and CTI. A member of ADDA, ACO, CHADD, PAAC, and ICF, he received ACO’s 2022 Professional Excellence Award. His work continues to innovate and redefine ADHD coaching through practical insights and a focus on how minds truly work.


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EP254: Gender Differences in ADHD and Neurodiversity with Dr. Janina Maschke18 févr. 202600:35:07

ADHD doesn’t look the same for every kid—especially as children grow into teens and young adults. In this episode, Dr. Janina Maschke explains how gender, stigma, and internalized behaviors can shape diagnosis, coping mechanisms, and self-esteem. Press play to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and how parents can offer the support their kid really needs.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why is ADHD often missed or diagnosed late in girls and women
  • How internalized behaviors mask hyperactivity and executive function struggles
  • The connection between undiagnosed ADHD, anxiety, and low self-esteem
  • Why unhealthy coping mechanisms often emerge without proper support
  • What parents can do to support teens and young adults without pushing them away

About Dr. Janina Maschke
Dr. Janina is a cognitive psychologist, ADHD and executive functioning coach, and subject matter expert focused on ADHD across the lifespan. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, conducts research on ADHD and women with George Washington University, and is the author of A Feminist’s Guide to ADHD. Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, she helps neurodivergent individuals understand their brains, build confidence, and thrive.

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EP253: Get Curious, Not Furious: A Better Way to Parent Complex Kids11 févr. 202600:26:22

Feeling quick to anger or stuck in constant conflict with your child? It doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, we'll explore how leading with curiosity can help parents slow down, regulate emotions, and understand what's really driving their complex kids' behavior. Press play to learn how getting curious can restore calm, connection, and clarity to your home.
 

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why leading with curiosity helps parents regulate their own emotions before reacting
  • How slowing down to understand context can change problem-solving outcomes
  • What “get curious, not furious” really means in day-to-day parenting moments
  • The role emotional regulation plays in making tactical solutions more effective
  • Ways curiosity strengthens compassion, connection, and long-term independence


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EP252: How To Advocate For Kids Struggling In School With Scotti Weintraub04 févr. 202600:33:12

If school feels like a constant battle, you’re not alone. When your child struggles in school, it’s easy to feel lost, frustrated, or blamed. In this episode, Scotti Weintraub shares how understanding your child’s brain and reframing diagnosis as empowerment can turn that frustration into confidence. Tune in to learn how small mindset shifts and stronger partnerships with teachers can transform your child’s school experience.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why viewing your child’s school struggles with curiosity, not frustration, can change everything
  • How reframing a diagnosis as a gift empowers kids to understand their own brains and begin to thrive
  • Practical ways to build stronger, more collaborative relationships with teachers
  • Why middle and high school “walls” aren’t failures, but opportunities for growth and advocacy
  • How small steps in self-advocacy prepare kids for independence and lifelong confidence

About Scotti Weintraub, MA
Scotti Weintraub, MA, founder of Reframe Parenting, is a parent coach, school navigator, problem-solver, and educator. She knows exactly how hard it is to support a child who’s struggling at school. Parenting her own 2 teens has taught her about unexpected things like anxiety, ADHD, learning disabilities, and the exhausting process of advocating with schools. She helps other parents cut through the noise, understand what their child’s needs really are, and finally feel confident walking into school conversations that used to feel impossible.

 
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EP251: Befriend Your Brain: Parenting, Compassion, and Practical Neuroscience with Dr. Rachel Barr28 janv. 202600:35:15

What if the secret to thriving isn’t fixing your brain but befriending it? Neuroscientist Rachel Barr shares powerful insights on how curiosity, compassion, and small daily shifts can unlock calm, clarity, and confidence. Discover why pushing harder keeps you stuck and what actually helps your brain work for you. Tune in to learn how to make your brain your greatest ally starting today.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why "try harder" sets your brain up for failure and how the right environment can set it up for success.
  • How befriending your brain can transform how you live and learn
  • The power of compassion to silence pressure and perfectionism
  • Why small, meaningful actions matter more than big life overhauls
  • What happens when we protect curiosity instead of forcing kids to fit the mold

About Dr. Rachel Bar
Rachel Barr is a neuroscientist, science communicator, and author with over a million followers across social media. She holds a master’s in molecular neuroscience and is completing her PhD on memory formation during sleep. Passionate about demystifying brain science, Rachel creates engaging content that bridges academic research with everyday life, empowering audiences to make informed choices about mental health. Her playful storytelling makes neuroscience accessible and entertaining, establishing her as a standout voice in science communication. Rachel’s first book, How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend (DK), has recently been published in the UK and US.

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EP250: Parent Mentor Success Story: Calm, Connection, And Growth That Lasts 21 janv. 202600:41:00

One small shift can turn family tension into trust. In this episode, parent mentor Georgia F. shares how curiosity, collaboration, and assumed best intentions transformed her family after an autism diagnosis. You’ll hear practical tools for calmer communication, stronger relationships, and raising confident, independent kids. Press play to learn how changing how you show up can change everything.

What to expect in this episode:

  • How a moment of “I didn’t sign up for this” can become purpose
  • The brief family conversation that shifted tone and trust
  • Why curiosity works better than judgment in reducing conflict
  • The mindset shifts that stop power struggles early
  • How teaching kids to ask for help builds confidence

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EP249: Parenting Neurodivergent Kids: From Information to Real Change14 janv. 202600:28:58

Trying everything but still feeling stuck with your complex kid? The problem may not be your strategy, but how you are managing yourself. In this episode, we break down why information alone does not create change and what actually helps families move forward. Press play to rethink what support really looks like.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why managing yourself is the foundation for supporting complex kids
  • What makes coaching skills more effective than collecting more parenting advice
  • How collaborative problem solving builds real buy-in and independence
  • Why community and feedback accelerate change when strategies stall
  • How focusing on goals instead of tools shifts family dynamics

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EP248: The Truth About High-THC Cannabis And Complex Kids with Dr. Yasmin Hurd07 janv. 202600:38:24

Is cannabis really harmless for teens? Neuroscientist Dr. Yasmin Hurd reveals what parents need to know about today’s high-THC products, brain development, and the real risks of early use. Learn how addiction can form, why anxiety and psychosis are rising, and the signs parents should watch for. Press play to hear the truth behind the science and how to protect your teen with facts, not fear.

What to expect in this episode:

  • What “epigenetics” really means and how early cannabis exposure rewires the brain
  • Why today’s cannabis is drastically stronger and far riskier than parents realize
  • How to shift from lecturing teens to empowering them with facts and trust
  • The myth of “non-addictive” marijuana and what science actually shows
  • The mental health red flags linked to heavy THC use in teens


About Yasmin Hurd, Phd
Dr. Yasmin is the Ward-Coleman Chair of Translational Neuroscience and Director of the Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai. A world-renowned neuroscientist, her groundbreaking research explores the neurobiology of addiction and related psychiatric disorders through a multidisciplinary, translational lens. Dr. Hurd’s work bridges molecular neuroscience with real-world impact, focusing on how genetics and early exposure to substances like cannabis influence brain development and vulnerability to addiction. Her team also leads pioneering clinical trials aimed at developing new therapies for opioid use disorder.


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EP247: Best ADHD, Sleep, and Parenting Insights of the Year31 déc. 202500:40:20

Many of the challenges families face are more connected than they appear. In this episode, we bring together key insights from this year to explore how executive function, nervous system regulation, and sleep shape behavior and daily life. You’ll hear why surface-level strategies fall short and what helps families move forward with intention. Tune in to connect the dots.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why executive function and nervous system regulation drive sleep and mornings
  • How circadian rhythms shape sleep timing, not willpower
  • What shifts when kids co-create routines instead of being pushed
  • How parent regulation sets the tone for problem-solving
  • What actually builds executive function over time, and what doesn’t


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EP246: How To Stay Grounded When Parenting Young Adults With Dayna Abraham24 déc. 202500:37:05

Do you ever feel like your needs and your child or young adult’s needs are constantly clashing? In this episode, Dayna Abraham shares how small daily steps, honest conversations, and self-awareness can ease tension and rebuild trust. Listen now to discover one powerful shift that brings more calm, clarity, and connection at home.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why you are not the only one and how the community breaks the isolation of parenting
  • What “late to launch” really means and why delays often widen after 18
  • How the GRIT method (Ground, Release, Invite, Take action) helps parents manage real worries
  • Why must connection come before skills when guiding young adults
  • How transparency and negotiation can ease clashing needs at home


About Dayna Abraham
Dayna is the bestselling author of Calm the Chaos: A Fail-Proof Roadmap for Parenting Even the Most Challenging Kids. A National Board Certified educator and parent of three neurodivergent children, Dayna also lives with ADHD herself, giving her a deeply personal and practical perspective on raising kids in today’s world. Through her compassionate Calm the Chaos framework, she has guided millions of parents worldwide to move beyond traditional strategies, find peace at home, and connect with their children in meaningful, lasting ways.


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EP245: What Happens At The International ADHD Conference17 déc. 202500:30:50

Ever wondered what it feels like to be surrounded by more than a thousand people who truly get the ADHD experience? In this episode, we explore the energy, connection, and unexpected moments that shaped our time at the International Conference on ADHD. We share what community support really looks like and why being in the room matters more than you think. Press play to hear the insights and inspiration we brought home from this powerful event.


 What to expect in this episode:

  • How connecting with an ADHD community can shift your entire experience in ways you didn’t see coming
  • Why parents travel to ADHD conferences and what they’re really searching for beneath the surface
  • The hallway conversation that can change everything, even more than the sessions themselves
  • What you discover when you finally acknowledge the true impact of support work
  • How a single coach-approach skill can reshape the energy of a whole team


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EP244: How To Build Executive Skills With Rachel Kapp & Stephanie Pitts10 déc. 202500:32:34

If homework battles and school stress feel never-ending, you’re not alone. This episode reveals how educational therapy helps kids build confidence, strengthen executive function, and become independent learners. Discover how small shifts, the right timing, and a coach approach can turn daily struggles into lasting success at home and school.


What to expect in this episode:

  • What educational therapy is and how it differs from tutoring or coaching
  • How empowering kids to lead their own learning builds confidence and independence
  • The signs that show when a learner is ready to accept help and make a change
  • Why collaboration between parents, schools, and specialists creates stronger results
  • How educational therapy supports kids, teens, and adults struggling with executive function


About Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed.
Rachel Kapp and Stephanie Pitts are Board Certified Educational Therapists and co-hosts of Learn Smarter: The Educational Therapy Podcast, a show with over 350 episodes focused on executive functioning, learning differences, and how to support students at home and in the classroom. After launching their private practices at the same time, signing office leases the same week, they leaned on each other through the leap into entrepreneurship. Their podcast grew out of the real conversations they were already having, strategizing, problem-solving, and celebrating student wins. Together, they bring warmth, humor, and practical tools to help families and educators support student success.


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EP243: Fun, Simple Mindfulness for ADHD Families with Dr. Chris Willard03 déc. 202500:33:32

Does parenting sometimes feel overwhelming or chaotic? In this episode, Dr Chris Willard shares how mindfulness, humor, and small daily practices can shift the tone of your home and build resilience for kids. He explains why calm begins with you and how presence matters more than perfection. Listen now to discover one simple shift that can bring more peace and connection into your family life.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Dr Chris Willard’s journey with ADHD, sobriety, and mindfulness
  • Mindfulness as play, humor, movement, and creativity
  • How a few breaths can calm the body and sharpen focus
  • Why parent regulation shapes child regulation
  • Simple daily tools to reset stress and restore connection


About Christopher Willard, PsyD
Dr. Christopher is a clinical psychologist, author, and consultant based in Massachusetts. He teaches at Harvard Medical School and has shared his expertise on mindfulness and mental health in over forty countries, including two TEDx events. Dr. Willard is the author of twenty books, such as Alphabreaths (2019), Growing Up Mindful (2016), Feelings Are Like Farts (2023), and College Mental Health 101 (2025). His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, mindful.org, CNN.com, and many other outlets.
 
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EP242: Emotional Reactivity In Kids: Safety Matters More Than Willpower26 nov. 202500:28:03

If you feel like someone in your home is always shutting down, melting down, or firing back, you’re not imagining it. Reactivity takes over fast, especially in stressed or neurodiverse families. In this episode, we’ll explain why it happens, how to spot each SODA pattern, and what to do in the moment to create safety and calm. Tune in to learn one shift that can lower stress for everyone in your home.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why reactivity comes from the body, not willpower, and how that changes your approach
  • How the SODA framework explains shutdowns, defensiveness, explosions, and avoidance
  •  The “wrong equals bad” belief that drives shame and emotional overwhelm in kids
  • Why emotional safety matters more than logic when helping kids learn and regulate
  • How co-regulation can interrupt spirals and bring everyone back to calm

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EP241: How to Make IEPs Neuro-Affirming and Student-Led with Chris Wenger19 nov. 202500:33:31

Can changing a few words in an IEP change a child’s future? Speech Dude Chris Wenger shares how to reframe support plans to empower neurodivergent kids instead of pushing them to mask. Learn why connection, regulation, and self-advocacy matter more than compliance and how actually to build those skills into your child’s education plan.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why IEPs often miss the mark and how to fix them
  • How to replace deficit language with strength-based reframes
  • Why connection and regulation need to come before learning
  • How co-creating goals with kids leads to better outcomes
  • The power of self-advocacy compared to compliance


About Chris Wenger
Chris also known as Speech Dude, is a high school speech-language pathologist with more than 20 years of experience supporting autistic and neurodivergent youth. As a neurodivergent educator himself, he brings a unique perspective to his work. Chris is also an internationally recognized presenter who shares practical, affirming strategies to improve speech therapy and better support neurodiverse students.


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EP240: Mild to Moderate ADHD? Why Labels Mislead in Helping Your Child Thrive12 nov. 202500:25:57

Ever been told your child has “mild ADHD”? In this episode, we’ll talk about why no ADHD is ever “a little” and how understanding it early can change everything. You’ll hear how small shifts in awareness and support can help your child feel more capable and connected. Tune in to discover a new way to see and support your child’s unique brain.

What to expect in this episode:

  • Why “mild to moderate ADHD” can be as misleading as being “a little bit pregnant”
  • How gifted kids can mask ADHD challenges until they suddenly hit a wall
  • The real hallmark of ADHD: inconsistency across settings and tasks
  • What happens when ADHD goes untreated and starts to snowball into anxiety or burnout
  • Why managing ADHD means engaging the brain, not just taking medication


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