In this episode, Dr. Debra Brause comes onto the show to talk about how she supports parents of neurodivergent children. We explore the very tender and real space of parenting and how important it is to identify the unmet needs of parents because if these needs aren’t identified, parents will struggle to create loving and affirming spaces for their children to grow, develop, and thrive.

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Jessica Miller, a Family and Education Support Consultant for Riverview School, comes onto the show to talk about how she uses book clubs to promote education, support, and connection between parents.

RIVERVIEW SCHOOL: https://www.riverviewschool.org/

CHARLES ARMSTRONG SCHOOL: https://www.charlesarmstrong.org/

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Michael Delman, CEO of Beyond Booksmart and Brain Tracks, comes onto the show to talk about his unique approach to executive functioning coaching. We specifically explore executive functioning skills needed for the transition from high school to college and then from college to the workplace. We also discuss the importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and how experiences are the master teacher.

BEYOND BOOKSMART HANDOUTS:

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Dr. Debra Kessler comes onto the show to talk about her roadmap that she uses to help others understand what truly is going on for a neurodivergent individual. Her WHAT system, which stands for Wellness, Home, Around Me, and Task, highlights the unseen systems that play a massive role in observable behavior and how others may interpret a person’s behavior. Debra’s training not only as a nurse but also as a clinical psychologist, gives her a unique perspective as a child and family advocate.

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Genie Love comes back on the show to share her top 3 skills that she teaches all of her clients. We discuss the difference between mindfulness and meditation and we talk about procrastination as a tool for productivity.

FIND GENIE LOVE:

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In this episode, Elizabeth Hamblet comes onto the show to talk about her book, "The Seven Steps to College Success, A Pathway for Students with Disabilities." We discuss the importance of starting college preparation early, some academic and non-academic skills that students need, and a better way to think about accommodations and services at the collegiate level. If you are a student who is preparing to go to college or an adult who’s in a position to help a student make the transition, this episode may be for you…

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Dr. Dave Caudel comes onto the show to tell us about the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation and how they are directly connecting research to solving the unemployment and underemployment of neurodivergent individuals.

FIND DR. DAVE AND THE FRIST CENTER:

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Luna Nombrano Larsen comes onto the show to tell us about the Empowering Autistic Scholars (EAS) Mentoring & Research Training Program at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. We explore the deep need for belonging and that everyone needs a place where they are safe, seen, and appreciated for who they are. If you’ve ever questioned what accommodations are available in college (hint, it’s very limited) and what additional services or supports could be helpful for you or a college student you know, this episode may be for you.

FIND EAS:

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Kristen Baird-Goldman comes onto the show to educate us on what an integrative therapist is and what it means to be a certified ADHD specialist. We also talk about an underserved population – the high-achieving and visibly successful ADHDers and Autistics out there who can’t get the support they need.

FIND KRISTEN:

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

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In this episode, Julius Su, Co-Founder of Skis Learning, comes onto the show to talk about their new Visual Choices app. We discuss the significant importance of reducing the barriers to communication and how communication is the heartbeat of well-being. We also plug into the Matrix and talk about the potential role of AI in the future of communication.

FIND THE VISUAL CHOICES APP:

WHO I AM:  I'm Dr. Gwen, a neurotypical psychologist who's been supporting the neurodiverse community for over 25 years. I'm laser-focused (and borderline obsessed) about empowering this community through reliable knowledge, creativity, and skill-building. I love curating and collecting tools, sharing mindsets, and promoting habits to help the neurodiverse community thrive and find joy and meaning in their lives.

You can find general information about me on my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

You can also find the video of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠this episode⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. My YouTube channel has lots of other goodies, including Disneyland POVs, relaxation videos, and explainer videos.

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