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327: How Animal Instincts Signal What's Underlying Behavior
10 Sep

327: How Animal Instincts Signal What's Underlying Behavior

Learn how animal instincts reveal hidden signals beneath behavior and discover strategies to support emotional regulation in neurodivergent kids.

326: Hidden in Plain Sight: Misdiagnosis & Missed Diagnosis
03 Sep

326: Hidden in Plain Sight: Misdiagnosis & Missed Diagnosis

Many neurodivergent kids are masking their struggles and hiding in plain sight. This conversation reveals how to spot what others miss and help your child thrive.

325: Unlocking the Best Possible Outcomes in Special Education
20 Aug

325: Unlocking the Best Possible Outcomes in Special Education

Learn how to gather IEP data, advocate confidently, and support your neurodivergent child’s growth with emotional regulation and collaboration tools.

324: How to Step Back Without Letting Go
13 Aug

324: How to Step Back Without Letting Go

Help your neurodivergent child build independence through emotional regulation, daily routines, and accommodations that support autonomy, without overwhelm.

323: Using Breathwork to Facilitate Regulation
06 Aug

323: Using Breathwork to Facilitate Regulation

Learn how simple breathwork can boost emotional intelligence and regulation for kids with ADHD and autism — starting with just a few deep belly breaths.

322: Your Child’s Big Emotions Are the Way Through, Not the Problem
30 Jul

322: Your Child’s Big Emotions Are the Way Through, Not the Problem

Discover how embracing emotions — yours and your child’s — can unlock healing, emotional regulation, and deeper connection for neurodivergent families.

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Hello!

I'm Penny.

I empower stuck and struggling parents to dial down the big emotions and big behaviors 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.

HELPING NEURODIVERGENT YOUTH THRIVE

Confident Teen Podcast

SUPPORTING NEURODIVERGENT TEENS

Learn Podcast with Dr. Emily

PARENTING THE KID YOU HAVE

Learn Smarter Podcast with Rachel & Steph

EMBRACE THE JOYS & CHALLENGES OF RAISING NEURODIVERSE KIDS

The Better Behavior Show with Dr. Nicole Beurkens

MANAGING OUR PARENTAL MINDSET

ADHD Essentials with Brendan Mahan, M.Ed.

RAISING COMPLEX CHILDREN

Learn Smarter Podcast with Rachel & Steph

PARENTING ADHD AND AUTISM

The Dad Edge Podcast with Larry Hagner

PARENTING KIDS WITH ADHD AND AUTISM

The PakMag Parents Podcast with Bree James

ADHD AND AUTISM PARENTING SUCCESS STORY: A LIVED EXPERIENCE

Attention Talk Radio with Jeff Copper, PCAC, PCC

PARENTING ADHD & AUTISTIC CHILDREN

Corebrain Journal Podcast with Dr. Charles Parker

HEARING YOUR ADHD CHILD’S TRUTH

Attention Talk Radio with Jeff Copper, PCAC, PCC

PARENTING A CHILD WITH ADHD

Parenting in the Rain with Jackie Flynn, MPA, EdS, LMHC

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