Cultivating Excellence Podcast

Dr. Kathleen Nadeau joins us today to discuss ADHD, including how it presents in different people, how we can go beyond the DSM's behavior checklist, and improve the lives of people with ADHD across the lifespan. Learn more about Kathleen and her work here, including how to register for the ILAT conference this October https://www.accelevents.com/e/ilatglobal

In this episode, Dr. Paul Beljan discusses the neuropsychology of ADHD, assessment strategies, and effective interventions. He emphasizes the importance of comprehensive evaluation and understanding the brain's functioning to support children with ADHD.

Beljan Psychological Services https://beljanpsych.com/ Scottsdale, Az
The Beljan Blog https://beljanpsych.com/resources/
Dr. Beljan's excellent book: Large-Scale Brain Systems and Neuropsychological Testing: An Effort to Move Forward (Springerbriefs in Neuroscience)
by Leonard F. Koziol (Author), Paul Beljan (Author), Kate Bree (Author), John Mather (Author), Lauren Barker (Author)

Student-athletes who reach their full potential have both healthy bodies and healthy minds.

In this episode, sports psychologists, Dr. Virginia Jones and Dr. Brenna Chirby share insights from their work with student-athletes at MindBalanceSPORT mindbalancesport.com.

Based in Northern Virginia, MindBalanceSPORT works with individuals, teams, schools, and parents across the U.S. to help athletes develop the mental skills they need to perform at their best—both in sports and in life.

Dr. Jones and Dr. Chirby discuss why it’s important to be proactive rather than reactive when it comes to mental performance, how mental skills can foster success on and off the field, and why young athletes may be more open to working with a sports psychologist than you might expect.

In this conversation, Dr. Rick Silver discusses the complexities of parenting, particularly focusing on understanding children's motivation and the importance of effective communication. He emphasizes the need for parents to be curious about their children's internal states and to foster a supportive environment that encourages intrinsic motivation.

The discussion covers various aspects of motivation, including biological factors, the impact of stress, and the significance of co-regulation. Dr. Silver also highlights common parenting patterns that can backfire and offers strategies for encouraging motivation and building resilience in children.

Dr. Rick Silver is a Psychiatrist and founder of the Thrive Emerge Center who specializes in helping neurodivergent adolescents and young adults develop their coping and executive functioning skills to prepare for a successful launch into adulthood.
The Thrive Emerge Center https://www.thriveemerge.com/team-1
https://www.thriveemerge.com/welcome

Dr. Norrine Russell, expert coach for high potential, complicated students, walks us through the journey of raising bright, neurodivergent kids. She discussed her book Asking the Right Questions About ADHD, which details the assessment journey. We also get into challenging issues such as setbacks, preparing for transition, and building your team of experts. Norrine offers coaching all across the country, so reach out to her here https://russellcoaching.com/

In this insightful interview, Dr. Kristen Cook shares practical parenting strategies rooted in understanding child development and emotional intelligence. Topics include managing tantrums, the impact of behavior as communication, and fostering healthy sleep and eating habits.

Dr Kristen is a pediatrician, author, podcaster (check out the Mom Doc Talk Podcast!) and mother of two. Learn all about her at https://www.kristencookmd.com/ Check out her books, Parenting Redefined and I Got You Mama! on Amazon.com

In this episode Joe Sanok, Counselor, and Rebecca talk about making modern parenting less stressful with practical, actionable advice. We cover getting out of the perfectionist mindset so you can actually enjoy your time with your kids, with special advice if you're a single parent or co-parenting.

Joe Sanok is the author of Thursday is the New Friday: How to work fewer hours, make more money, and spend time doing what you want. It examines how the four-day workweek boosts creativity and productivity.

Joe has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, NASDAQ, and over 300 business podcast interviews. He is the host of the popular The Practice of the Practice Podcast, which is recognized as one of the Top 50 Podcasts worldwide with 1200+ episodes and over 100,000 downloads each month. Fun fact: Joe hates mint chocolate chip ice cream and most forms of mint.

Check out all the great resources Joe has posted on his website, podcast, and social media feed!

Website: https://www.practiceofthepractice.com/membership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practiceofthepractice
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PracticeOfThePractice/about/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-sanok-8b140023/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/practiceofthepractice
Other: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-practice-of-the-practice-podcast-where/id597735438

Discover what giftedness really means, the challenges gifted children face, and how to support them effectively. Insights from clinician Mark Talaga.

Mark Talaga is a Therapist who specializes in working with Gifted and Twice Exceptional kids and their families. Mark shares clinical wisdom about topics like the role of testing, why gifted kids often don't make progress in therapy, and what he's learned about how 2E kids see the world.

Mark's practice website with lots of good resources is here https://www.centerforidentitypotential.com/
And check out his insightful, fascinating podcast, Hopelessly Gifted https://www.hopelesslygifted.com/

In this comprehensive interview, Nicole Joseph demystifies the complexities of special education law, including IEPs and 504 plans, and offers practical guidance for parents navigating the system. From eligibility criteria to building effective advocacy teams, learn how to ensure your child's educational needs are met with clarity and confidence.

Joseph and Rabb Attorneys at Law https://josephrabblaw.com/
Nicole's America's Top Lawyers page https://www.americastop50lawyers.com/product-page/nicole-joseph-america-s-top-50-lawyer-education-maryland
The FERPA student privacy law https://studentprivacy.ed.gov/ferpa
The Endrew F. supreme court case https://sites.ed.gov/idea/questions-and-answers-qa-on-u-s-supreme-court-case-decision-endrew-f-v-douglas-county-school-district-re-1/

This episode features expert Emily discussing the latest in college entrance exams, including the SAT and ACT, and how students and parents can best prepare for them. Topics include test structure, strategies, timing, and the importance of foundational skills.

Want to learn more about Emily and her work?

Be sure to check out Private Prep, where you can find additional information about her role and expertise: https://privateprep.com/