Are you struggling to understand why your complex child behaves and responds the way they do? There are many nuances to the what and why, it often requires an expert to analyze it for you. Enter Mikki Gaffen Stone. Mikki is a Licensed Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist. She has travelled widely, working with families on three continents, in 8 countries.Her background as a registered nurse, Montessori teacher and preschool assistant teacher - and as a parent herself - gives Mikki a broad range of experience and understanding to draw from when working with the diverse needs of children and parents.Mikki's favorite place to start is with communication and understanding. Enhancing understanding between parents and children is an excellent place to begin when looking to create safe, happy homes for all family members to enjoy. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Mikki Gaffen Stone as she shares her unique perspective on coaching parents of complex children to see beyond labels and find their child’s strengths. Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-Sheet So -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible: What is recommended treatment for children and teens Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring. ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort. Here is what to expect on this week’s show:What is masking, and why do people do it?How can you teach empathy if someone doesn't have the inclination for it?What are the benefits and drawbacks of making eye contact? Connect with Mikki:WebsiteFacebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices