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

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

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

287: Stop Saying “It’s okay”, with Penny Williams
30 Oct

287: Stop Saying “It’s okay”, with Penny Williams

Discover why saying “it's okay” can invalidate feelings. Learn effective communication techniques to build trust and emotional intelligence in neurodivergent complex kids.

286: When an Anxious, Empathetic Nervous System is Confronted with Natural Disaster, Penny Williams
23 Oct

286: When an Anxious, Empathetic Nervous System is Confronted with Natural Disaster, Penny Williams

Discover powerful lessons in regulation and resilience from Penny as she shares the personal emotional and nervous system experience of a natural disaster.

285: Creating an Environment that Works for Neurodivergent Kids, with Caroline Thor
23 Oct

285: Creating an Environment that Works for Neurodivergent Kids, with Caroline Thor

Unlock strategies to help neurodivergent kids manage their attachments and organize their space. Gradual steps and family involvement make a big difference.

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.

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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