Beautifully Complex Podcast - Beautifully Complex

Learn to navigate the

beautifully complex

human experience.

Get weekly insights and actionable strategies on parenting neurodivergent kids — those with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning disabilities… We’re decoding behavior while honoring neurodiversity, and learning to parent the individual child you have. OVER 4 MILLION DOWNLOADS!

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"Having a child with ADHD is tough. Penny's wisdom, honesty, and understanding of the disorder makes parents not feel so alone. I highly recommend you listen to this podcast."

"I just wanted to say THANK YOU! I've had so many aha moments while listening."

"Finally a podcast about ADHD parenting I can relate to. I highly recommend this podcast if you have a child or grandchild with ADHD/Autism. Thank you Penny!"

"I love this podcast So relatable. I tear up half the time when something really hits home."

"So fun this episode! Seriously Luke rocked that episode! Hope he is back soon! So many insights for me and my two sons 16 and 13 that helped me so much!! Thanks for being so brave and honest."

"I’ve learned so much, been challenged, validated, encouraged, educated and supported through this podcast. Our family has benefited tremendously from the wisdom I’ve gained. Thank you!"

"Excellent ADHD podcast for parents It opened my mind to a an entirely different way to approach parenting my son. Very insightful."

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18 Dec

293: Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), with Casey Ehrlich, Ph.D.

Discover how adjusting parenting techniques for Pathological Demand Avoidance can foster resilience and reduce stress. Learn why individual approaches matter for PDA kids.

11 Dec

292: Representing Neurodivergence in Kid’s Media, with Deborah Farmer Kris

Experience authentic depiction of neurodivergence in kid’s media. Learn strategies for empathy and self-regulation through “Carl the Collector,” fostering inclusion and understanding.

04 Dec

291: Teaching Your Kid to Harness Their Brain, with Anna Housley Juster, Ph.D., LICSW

Discover how understanding the amygdala can empower parents and kids to manage anxiety effectively. Learn actionable strategies from expert Anna Housley Juster, Ph.D.

20 Nov

290: Practical Strategies for Reducing School Stress, with Ann Dolin M.Ed.

Discover why empowering your child's executive function skills can reduce school stress and improve academic success. Learn practical strategies today for parental support.

13 Nov

289: Balancing Act: Teen Independence & Parent Concerns, with Gabriele Nicolet, MA CCC-SLP

Discover the secret to navigating teen years with grace. Embrace validation, balance independence, and foster healthier relationships with your teens today.

06 Nov

288: 5 Reasons Why You Should Stop Trying to Control Your Kid, with Penny Williams

Discover why controlling your child can hinder their growth. Learn actionable steps to foster autonomy, critical thinking, and a stronger parent-child relationship.

Hello!

I'm Penny.

I empower stuck and struggling parents to dial down the chaos and intensity and help their neurodivergent kid thrive. You'll parent with purpose and create the family life you crave.

Through my podcast, award-winning books, parent training programs, parent coaching, and parenting summits, I’ve helped thousands of parents raising kids with ADHD, autism, and/or anxiety improve their lives.

I'd be honored to help you, too.

Catch my appearances on other podcasts too.