Decoding Behavior: The Inside Scoop on Functional Behavior Assessments in Schools

Feeding and GI challenges are not only more likely to occur in autistic children but also can negatively impact behavior.  We are covering identifying these medical needs and treatment considerations.  Whether you are a parent, therapist or educator, you'll get so much value from this episode:)  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist ATTENTION THERAPISTS - Click here to get on the waitlist for continuing education trainings! CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses Learn more about Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Feeding Program Learning more about the feeding program at The Marcus Center ⭐️ Join Holly on Instagram ⭐️ Join our Private Facebook Groups ➡️ Professionals who support neurodivergent kids & teens join HERE ➡️ Parents join HERE

Making decisions about medication for a child can bring up so many feelings and fears. I KNOW! In today's episode, I share our experience with our son's journey with ADHD medication and my own. Whether you are a parent, therapist or educator, you'll get so much value from this episode:)  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist ATTENTION THERAPISTS - Click here to get on the waitlist for continuing education trainings! CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses ⭐️ Join Holly on Instagram ⭐️ Join our Private Facebook Groups ➡️ Professionals who support neurodivergent kids & teens join HERE ➡️ Parents join HERE

There is a question that parents and professionals often ask me - Is it on purpose or is it a difference in neurology? We often want to know the reason why children behave the way they do because it helps us know how to respond. Join Elaine Taylor-Klaus and I as we talk about the answer to the BIG BEHAVIOR question when it comes to neurodivergent kids and teens.  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses Get your free guide from Elaine - www.impactparents.com/holly ⭐️ Join Holly on Instagram ⭐️ Join our Private Facebook Groups ➡️ Professionals who support neurodivergent kids & teens join HERE ➡️ Parents join HERE

Rebroadcast Amanda Diekman, autistic parenting coach,  joins us today to talk about low demand parenting. We cover so much in this important episode such as -  *Identifying hard and harder *Autistic burnout *Building trust and connection  *Low demand versus no demand *Being a safe parent and educator *Preparing children for the future *Mental health and more:)  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses Learn more about Amanda! ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators

Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Audrey and I are chatting about neurodivergent students and higher education. We are covering information on transitions, considerations when choosing a college, supports and MORE!  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators ➡️ Websites to find programs: College Autism Network = https://collegeautismnetwork.org (sort by region, etc.) College Autism Spectrum = https://collegeautismspectrum.com ➡️ Specific programs/schools: Rochester Institute of Technology = https://www.rit.edu/spectrumsupport/ Rutgers University = https://rcaas.rutgers.edu/CSP/csp Marshall University = https://www.marshall.edu/collegeprogram/ Clemson Unviersity = https://www.clemson.edu/academics/student-accessibility-services/resources/spectrum-program.html Texas Tech = https://www.depts.ttu.edu/burkhartcenter/case/ University of North Texas = https://neurodiversity.unt.edu/unt-engage

Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Dr. Julia Schechter and I are chatting about ADHD in girls and women. As a woman with ADHD, I know how important it is to understand that signficant impact of ADHD on everyday life.  We are covering the information you need to know such as - The differences between girls & boys with ADHD Identifying ADHD in girls Receiving a late diagnosis The impact of ADHD on mental health Academic struggles Social challenges Emotional dysregulation Support and MORE! ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses Learn about the Duke Center for Girls & Women With ADHD ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators

Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Kelley Coleman and I are chatting about her new book - Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child. We are covering SO much goodness. Some of the topics we are covering are -  Parenting versus caregiving Resources Inclusivity Ableism Visible and non-visible disabilities Acceptance Finances Judgement Safe people and spaces Accommodations Supports and more! ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses Learn more about Kelley Get Kelley's book! ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators

Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Dr. Casey Ehrlich and I are chatting about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), neurodivergent kids and parenting. Specifically, we are covering physiological reactions, parenting stress, misconceptions, creating boundaries and parenting peace. Don't miss this episode!  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses Learn more about Dr. Casey ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators

Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, I'm talking about a BIG topic - internalized ableism. It's time to have open conversations about the negative impact it has on the mental health of neurodivergent children.  Don't miss this episode!  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators

Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Chelsea Luker (Autistic/ADHDer/Psychologist) and I talk about finding your flock, self-awareness, sensory needs, and social connection. Don't miss this episode!  ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's speaking services and courses Learn more about Chelsea Get Chelsea's Book "Square Me, Round World".  ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators