In case you missed it…
A few weeks ago, I had Dr. Matt on the podcast to talk about how structured approaches and time frames just don’t fit with the flexibility needed when working with neurodivergent kid and teens.
Contrary to the medical model of prescribing antibiotics or stitching up a wound, mental health is not simply about "fixing" patients.
Therapists can feel pressure from parents or school staff to improve a child’s emotional or behavioral functioning as quickly as possible, but mental health is both a science and an art. It takes trust and time.
Listen in as Dr. Matt and I discuss:
Flexing the structure, timing, and modality of therapy based on a kid’s skill development
What to look for in a therapist and what to expect as parents when your child or teen is in therapy
How we can empower our kids to take ownership of their mental health journey
Listen in to find out why it's not one size fits all!
Keep Learning with Dr. Emily…
Resources for parents:
One Friday a month, join Dr. Emily and fellow parents on this journey of raising neurodivergent kids and teens for live virtual workshops!
New to this journey? Start with my parenting course which includes understanding your child’s diagnosis, shifting your parenting mindset, and understanding how anxiety impacts learning.
Resources for teachers:
Teachers can download these two resources anytime for FREE to know how their students emotionally regulate themselves and how to support them when emotional/behavioral dysregulation happens.
Interested in having me come speak at your school? All the info at the link!
[PODCAST] How to Flex Talk Therapy for Neurodivergent Kids & Teens with Dr. Matt Zakreski