Dr. Gwen Empowered

In this episode, Genie Love comes onto the show to talk about what an ADHD and Autism Coach is and how she helps her clients through her NeuroAutonomy model. We also talk about the similarities and differences between a coach and a psychologist and how the power of understanding and acceptance is at the heart of both.

https://www.genielove.coach/

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, Dr. Nguyen (Occupational Therapist) and Dr. Budding (Neuropsychologist), come onto the show to discuss the integral role the sensory-motor system plays in the expression of cognition.

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, Dr. Iannaccone comes onto the show to share the unique, non-traditional, and very cool way she practices occupational therapy - with animals!!!!

https://sites.google.com/interwovenoccupationaltherapy.com/interwoven-ot

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, I welcome back Dr. Deborah Winking, author of Capable, educator, and parent of a child with a genetic disorder. Deb shares the last 3 habits that she promotes with parents to see their neurodiverse child as capable.

https://www.raisecapablekids.net

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, Shannon Iacobacci comes onto the show to teach us about FASD, it's misconceptions and stigmas, and how we can help individuals and families who are affected by FASD.

https://www.embracingthebrain.com

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, Dr. Samantha Valasek comes back onto the show to teach us about Interoception. We learn what it is and why it's a fundamental sensory system that is critical in self-awareness and self-management.

https://www.lifeskillsot.com/

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, I interview Kristen Carmi, Advocate and BCBA, about how the field is addressing the concerns of trauma and what some providers are doing about it. We also review what Compassionate ABA is and how ACT is informing current ABA practice.

http://www.sbcadvocates.com/

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, I interview Jessica Lee and Melody Valenzuela on how NeuroTalent Works is solving the unemployment and underemployment problem for neurodiverse adults today.

https://www.neurotalentworks.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.

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, I interview Dr. Samantha Valasek about what Occupational Therapy (OT) is, what sensory integration is, and how OT can change the lives of ND folks in very meaningful ways.

https://www.lifeskillsot.com/

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.

In this episode, I interview Tiffany Feingold, CEO and co-founder of Guiding Bright Minds, an online parenting resource for parents of neurodivergent kiddos. Tiffany's passion extends beyond establishing her online community. She's in it to change the hearts of minds of our communities towards accepting, embracing, and even celebrating neurodiversity!

Guiding Bright Minds - https://www.guidingbrightminds.com/ 

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.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and should solely be used as a self-help tool for your own use. This audio/video is not intended to provide mental health treatment or consultation and does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. The information provided in this video is not intended to replace professional psychological or medical advice. Always seek the advice of your own medical/mental health provider regarding any questions you may have about your specific situation or condition. The decisions you make, even if influenced by this audio/video, are freely yours.