Struggling with ADHD, ADD, or OCD in your family? You’re not alone. ADHD, ADD, and OCD don’t just affect individuals, they impact the entire family.
As a therapist & mom with lived experience, I share real insights & strategies to help teens, young adults & families thrive—without the emotional “scar tissue.” 💙
As a therapist and a mom with lived experience, I know the struggles firsthand. From chaotic mornings to emotional meltdowns, these challenges can create tension, frustration, and misunderstanding.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. 💙
On The Path to Peace Podcast, I share practical strategies, expert insights, and real-life stories to help teens, young adults, and families recognize ADHD/ADD/OCD, navigate daily struggles, and build a more peaceful, connected home.
Through professional expertise and personal experience, The Path to Peace Podcast offers a real, compassionate, and empowering approach to managing these disorders—so you and your family can move forward with confidence, understanding, and connection.
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Why Is He Like This?! Parenting Boys with ADHD—What It Looks Like (and Feels Like) From the Inside Out
Season 5 · Episode 9
Monday, June 9, 2025 • Duration 11:42
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist who specializes in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades. This is the place where personal experience meets clinical expertise—because families don’t heal in isolation. They heal together.
If you’re parenting a boy with ADHD, you’ve likely asked yourself, “Why is he like this?!” Maybe you’ve been told he’s disrespectful, lazy, or doesn’t listen. Maybe you’ve tried reward charts, punishments, threats, and consequences—but nothing seems to stick. You’re not alone.
ADHD in boys often shows up as high energy, impulsivity, emotional outbursts, and what looks like defiance. But what’s really happening underneath is a brain that’s moving too fast, struggling with regulation, and desperately trying to keep up with a world that doesn’t always make sense to it.
Let’s get into what’s really going on—and what your son actually needs.
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This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone
Unmasking ADHD in Girls: Understanding Their Unique Struggles!!!
Season 5 · Episode 8
Monday, June 9, 2025 • Duration 28:00
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist and Parenting Strategist who specializes in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades.
This is the place where personal experience meets clinical expertise—because families don’t heal in isolation. They heal together.
If you’re parenting a daughter with ADHD, you might be surprised to learn just how often her symptoms are overlooked, misread, or misunderstood. Girls with ADHD are often people-pleasers, chronic perfectionists, and emotional shapeshifters. They’re expert maskers, which means they work hard to hide the chaos they feel inside.
They don’t always disrupt the classroom. Instead, they stare out the window. They don’t usually get labeled as “bad”—they’re labeled as “sensitive,” “anxious,” or “moody.” Because their behavior doesn’t look like typical hyperactivity, they’re often misdiagnosed—or missed altogether.
Girls with inattentive-type ADHD often internalize their symptoms. They may mask in public but unravel at home. They are more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety or depression—when ADHD is the root issue.
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Forks, Feelings, and Frontal Lobes: The Neurology of Family Dinner for Neurodivergent Kids!!!!
Season 4 · Episode 13
Sunday, May 25, 2025 • Duration 20:47
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist specializing in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades. So what you hear today isn’t just clinical—it's lived experience, it’s layered, and it’s honest.
Today's episode is all about why family dinner matters—and how something as simple as sitting down together each night can shape your child’s identity, executive functioning, nervous system, and emotional development. Starting this when they are young is highly encouraged. Let’s dive in!!
To the untrained eye, asking a child to “set the table” might look like a basic household chore. But to a therapist, educator, or neuroscientist, it’s a brilliant opportunity to build core executive functioning skills the brain’s high-level tools for planning, organization, impulse control, emotional regulation, and follow-through.
This one five-minute ritual engages multiple executive domains, especially for children with ADHD, anxiety, or sensory processing differences. It’s embedded in rhythm, connected to relationship, and disguised as an ordinary family task. But in truth—it’s daily brain training.
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If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
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Hey Parents !!!! Are you tired of the Chaos? Start Saying “No.” Your Neurodivergent Child Needs It. No Isn’t Rejection—It’s Redirection!!
Season 4 · Episode 13
Saturday, May 24, 2025 • Duration 52:22
"Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist specializing in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades. So what you hear today isn’t just clinical—it's lived experience, it’s layered, and it’s honest.
I know what it feels like to second-guess your parenting decisions, to lie awake at night wondering if you were too harsh or not firm enough, and to carry the weight of wanting so badly to get it right—for a child who feels things more deeply, reacts more intensely, and needs more from you than most people understand.
This podcast is where clinical insight meets real life. Because peace isn’t perfect—but it is possible. And most days, it starts with showing up. Imperfectly, but consistently. With a deep breath and a willingness to learn.
So if you’ve ever wondered:
Am I being too strict?
Am I being too soft?
Why do my kid’s reactions feel so big—and why do mine feel even bigger?
How do I stay calm when my child is anything but?
And what do I do when nothing seems to work?
You’re in the right place. I’ve asked myself those same questions more times than I can count—and I want to walk through the answers with you, one compassionate, honest conversation at a time.
Today’s episode is a big one—and honestly, it’s one I wish someone had handed me years ago.
We’re diving into: How your parenting style literally shapes your child’s brain, behavior, and self-worth—especially when you’re raising a neurodivergent child.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Yep!!! ADHD Is a Family Affair: Understanding the Roles Everyone Plays!!!
Season 4 · Episode 12
Friday, May 23, 2025 • Duration 42:22
"Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist specializing in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades. So what you hear today isn’t just clinical—it's lived experience, it’s layered, and it’s honest.
Today, I want to talk about the part of ADHD that doesn’t get enough airtime: how it quietly shapes the entire family system. Not just the child with the diagnosis, but the sibling who becomes 'the easy one.' The parent who slowly becomes the household manager. The partner who fades into the background. The joy that gets replaced by survival.
In this episode, we’re naming the silent impact—and giving you tools to repair it.”
ADHD Isn’t Just a Diagnosis—It’s a Family System Disruptor
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If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
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Is It Narcissism? Or Just Being Human? (Part 1 of the Series: Untangling Narcissism-One Thread at a Time!
Season 4 · Episode 7
Friday, May 23, 2025 • Duration 29:22
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist who specializes in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades. Around here, we keep it honest, grounded, and always focused on what works.
Today kicks off our 6-part series: "Untangling Narcissism. One Thread at a Time." This series is for anyone who’s felt manipulated, confused, or gaslit by someone they love whether it’s a partner, parent, co-worker, or even a friend. We’re starting with the basics: what narcissism really is and what it absolutely is not.
Let’s Stay Connected!
If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
To Book An Appointment The Path To Peace Therapy Website
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
Help Me!! Loving Someone with ADHD-How to Protect your Marriage When One of You Feels Like the Parent—But You’re Supposed to Be Partners
Season 4 · Episode 9
Friday, May 23, 2025 • Duration 25:28
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley, an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist who specializes in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades. So I know—both personally and professionally what it means to love someone with ADHD. Both my husband and son have ADHD and they are the reason why I . I am truly passionate about helping others understand how to work through various struggles and obstacles to find a path to peace.
This episode is for the partner who’s trying so hard. The one who’s carrying the weight of the household, the calendar, the emotions… and wondering:
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If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
To Book An Appointment The Path To Peace Therapy Website
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
“It’s Not Opposition—It’s Dopamine Why Your Partner with ADHD Shuts Down During Tasks They Don’t Want to Do!!!.
Season 4 · Episode 11
Monday, May 19, 2025 • Duration 26:31
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist who specializes in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son and have been married for over three decades. Here, we talk about the messy, real-life intersections of mental health and relationships—with clarity, compassion, and practical tools you can use today.
Let me ask you something:
Have you ever asked your partner to do something—something totally reasonable, like take out the trash or help with dinner—and they suddenly act like you’ve just asked them to run a marathon barefoot?
Your partner’s struggle with “simple” tasks isn’t laziness or selfishness. It’s executive dysfunction. And dopamine is the driver.
Let’s break that down.
Executive dysfunction refers to the difficulties people with ADHD have when it comes to starting tasks, planning ahead, switching gears, staying organized, or remembering to follow through. It's like the brain's CEO is off-duty—or stuck in traffic. Even if they want to help or get things done, their brain struggles to coordinate the steps required.
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If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
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When Your Partner Has ADHD and Uses Substances to Self Regulate....Why It Doesn't Work!
Season 4 · Episode 10
Monday, May 19, 2025 • Duration 47:06
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist who specializes in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son and have been married for over three decades. Here, we talk about the messy, real-life intersections of mental health and relationships—with clarity, compassion, and practical tools you can use today.
Today’s episode is for the partner who’s quietly wondering: Is this still ADHD... or something more?" "Why does it feel like I’m managing everything—including their use?" "Am I watching the person I love disappear behind distraction, disconnection, or dependency?"
Let’s Stay Connected!
If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
To Book An Appointment The Path To Peace Therapy Website
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
“How Do I Set Boundaries With My Child, Partner, Or Parent Who Has ADHD-Wiithout Making Them Feel Ashamed Or Broken?
Season 12 · Episode 6
Thursday, May 15, 2025 • Duration 06:26
Welcome back to The Path to Peace Therapy Podcast. I’m Stephanie Buckley—an AMFT Solution-Focused Therapist who specializes in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I’m also a mom to a now-thriving 22-year-old neurodivergent son, and I’ve been married for over three decades. Around here, we keep it honest, grounded, and always focused on what works.
Today’s episode is all about something I get asked all the time: “How do I set boundaries with my child, partner, or parent who has ADHD—without making them feel ashamed or broken?”
Let’s Stay Connected!
If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
To Book An Appointment The Path To Peace Therapy Website
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
Let’s Stay Connected!
If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to support you further. You can book a therapy session, explore over 65 helpful blog posts, or dive deeper into my resources by visiting:
To Book An Appointment The Path To Peace Therapy Website
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone.
Whether you’re in the South Bay-Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo or if you are anywhere in California, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to help you or your family find the calm, clarity, and connection you deserve.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone.
And remember, peace begins with small, intentional steps. I’m here when you’re ready.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone.
This episode is for educational purposes and to provide support. They’re not a substitute for professional mental health evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.”
The more we learn to recognize the signs behind the behaviors, the more compassion and support we can offer—to our kids, our partners, and ourselves.
Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode was helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a fellow parent, caregiver, or educator who might need it too. You can also subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes and check out additional tools and resources at The Path To PeaceTherapy.com. Follow me on Instagram @The Path to Peace Therapy
And as always—take a deep breath, give yourself some grace, and remember: peace is possible, and you don’t have to do this alone.
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