The ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast

Meet Lisa, parent of an ADHD kid

My guest is Lisa, mom friend and parent of an ADHD kid. In this episode, I interview one of my friends who shares her insights, resources, and learned wisdom as a parent navigating the journey of raising a child who struggles with ADHD. We can learn so much from listening to others stories who are navigating a similar journey.
 
 
 
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Kate Brownfield, parent and founder of ADHDKidsCanThrive.com

My guest is myself,  Kate Brownfield, parent and founder of ADHDKidsCanThrive.com. In this episode, I share  my learned wisdom over the years into 10 tips for parents who are supporting their ADHD kids transition from an academic school year into these summer months.
 
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Dr. Lara Honos-Webb, clinical psychologist and author specializing in ADHD

My guest is Dr. Lara Honos-Webb, clinical psychologist and author specializing in ADHD. She teaches online courses, written 7 books related to ADHD and is Co-Founder of Bonding Health, a company created to help improve ADHD parent - child bonding through research-backed exercises. You can learn more about her at bondinghealth.com and addisagift.com.
 
In this episode, Dr. Lara Honos-Webb  and I discuss the following:
Why kids should set goals for themselves?
How are executive function skills and ADHD related?
How can a parent help their ADHD child build executive function skills?
How can a parent work with their child’s teacher?
Why is it hard for ADHD kids to manage screen time?
Advice for parents with ADHD kids heading into summer?
Words of wisdom from Dr. Lara about encouraging their ADHD child?
 
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Dr. Bill Dodson, board-certified adult psychiatrist, an education in ADHD medication

My guest is Dr. Bill Dodson, board-certified adult psychiatrist who was one of the first practitioners to specialize in adults with ADHD over 25 years ago. Over the last several years, Dr. Dodson has changed the emphasis of his practice from direct patient care to writing and speaking about and consulting on adult ADHD medicine. On today’s episode, Dr. Dodson shares with us the basics in understanding in ADHD medication and how it can help a person with ADHD.
In this episode, Dr. Dodson and I discuss the following:
-Why is medication a standard protocol of intervention when diagnosed with ADHD?
- Why do some people with ADHD need medication and others do not?
- What symptoms does stimulant medication treat when ADHD is involved?
- What symptoms does non-stimulant medication treat when ADHD is involved?
- How does a parent or person determine if an ADHD medication is helping or not?
- The role aerobic exercise plays when a person has ADHD?
- Best types of  professionals who can treat ADHD?
- Dr. Dodson’s words of wisdom when it comes to ADHD medication.
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Dr. Alexandra Morris, clinical psychologist, what is psychedelic psychotherapy treatment

My guest is Dr. Alexandra Morris, clinical psychologist, is here today to share her expertise and insights with us on the latest in psychedelic psychotherapy treatment, including what is it and how it may help a person who is struggling with their mental health. Dr. Morris is licensed to practice in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. She specializes in Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Management Training (PMT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), as well as Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy (Ketamine). Her current clinical areas of interest are OCD and other anxiety disorders, mood disorders, sleep difficulties, and comorbid medical issues. Her mission in private practice is to help college students navigate young adulthood and children and adolescents overcome emotional and behavioral challenges. You can find out more about Dr. Alexandra Morris at www.morriscbc.com. 
 
 
In this episode, Dr. Morris and I discuss the following:
What is psychedelic assisted psychotherapy?
What symptoms can ketamine assisted psychotherapy help with?
How are psychedelics changing the medical health field?
How does it work compared to traditional therapies?
What is the process if considering Ketamine assisted psychotherapy?
How is ketamine administered?
How can this type of treatment help someone who is suffering?
What is the duration and/or frequency of this type of treatment?
Why is the mental health field excited about using psychedelics for treatment?
Is there a risk of becoming addicted to psychedelics?
How to talk to teens & young adults about psychedelic use outside of therapeutic treatment program?
How to find a provider?
 
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Peter Shankman, author of new children’s book titled, ”The Boy with the Faster Brain”

My guest is Peter Shankman, author of his new children’s book titled, “The Boy with the Faster Brain”. Peter’s latest mission comes by way of his new best-selling children’s book, created to show kids around the world that having a different brain, whether it be ADHD, ADD, EFD, or anything neurodiverse, is the best thing they could hope for. Peter routinely speaks to students and parents across America teaching them about the gifts of neurodiversity. In addition to authoring his latest children’s book, Peter is a top keynote speaker in marketing, social media and customer service. He is a 6x best selling author, entrepreneur and corporate in-person and virtual keynote speaker.  You can find out more about Peter Shankman at www.shankman.com. You may buy his books on Amazon.com.
In this episode, Peter and I discuss the following:
What was Peter’s personal journey of growing up with ADHD?
How did Peter grow-up into a thriving adult with ADHD?
Why did Peter write this children’s book?
Peter shares how he personally manages his ADHD
We talk about athletes with ADHD, including Peter!
Peter shares his advice to other parents who are raising ADHD kids in this new era
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Dr. Russell Ramsay, shares what is CBT and how it can help an ADHDer

My guest is Dr. Russell Ramsay is co-found and co-director of the PENN Adult ADHD Treatment & Research Program as well as a Professor of Clinical Psychology in Psychiatry in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.
He is author of 6 books related to CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and ADHD.  As of July 1, 2023, he will officially retire from the University of Pennsylvania to launch his solo, independent, completely virtual telepsychology practice. I invited Dr. Ramsay on the podcast today to share what Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)  is and how it can help a person with ADHD.  You can find more about Dr. Ramsay at cbt4adhd.com.
 
In this episode, Dr. Ramsay and I discuss the following:
What is CBT which stands for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
How can CBT help a person with ADHD?
What is difference between CBT and an ADHD coach?
What is an adequate dose of CBT?
How CBT can help with depression, anxiety, family dynamics, trauma, stress, etc?
Is a level of maturity or readiness required for CBT to be effective?
Can CBT “plant seeds” that may support a young person?
How can a parent find a CBT therapist that is a good fit?
Health insurance may cover CBT?
Russ words of wisdom?
Resources to find a CBT therapist include -  CHADD.org, ADD.org, APSARD.org, nacbt.org, academyofct.org.
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Kristen McNeely, MFT & BACA, shares how to help an anxious ADHD child

My guest is Kristen McNeely, LMFT and Board Certified Behavioral Analyst. Kristen works for a local school district as a Behavior Specialist and runs a private practice where she consults with parents whose children experience both behavior challenges and anxiety.  I invited Kristen McNeely on the podcast today to share with us more about how parents can support an ADHD child with anxiety. You can learn more about Kristen McNeely at www.kristenmcneely.com.
 
 
In this episode, Kristen  and I discuss the following:
What does anxiety look like in a child with ADHD?
What are some strategies to help an anxious ADHD child get things done?
How can a parent help their child develop skills while keeping up with academic standards and keeping anxiety low?
How can parents support their anxious child at school?
What to do when the school district isn’t being supportive?
When social emotional disorders interfere in a school setting?
How parents can help their child develop emotional coping skills?
What to do when school refusal shows up in your child?
How can parents build in motivation for an ADHD child?
Kristen’s words of wisdom to help get an anxious ADHD child through life in a positive way?
 
 
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David Shen, certified health coach, how to support your mind, body and soul

My guest is David Shen, certified holistic coach. He coaches the body, mind, and spirit together for optimal insight and results. He attempts to meld many different modalities into his sessions, ranging from evidence-based to the esoteric and his techniques span traditional coaching to movement to energy.  I invited David Shen on the podcast today to share with us more about holistic coaching and how it might benefit a person with ADHD. You can learn more about David Shen at www. coachdshen.com.
In this episode, David Shen and I discuss the following:
What moved David into practicing as a certified holistic coach?
What is holistic coaching?
When the body holds on?
How can holistic coaching benefit a person with ADHD?
The Gut brain connection
How to go about finding a holistic coach?
How can holistic coaching help with emotional dysregulation?
Guiding wisdom from David as a holistic coach when you or your child is struggling?
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Sarah Wayland, Ph.D, founder of Guiding Exceptional Parents, shares how parents can support young adults with ADHD

My guest is Sarah Wayland, Ph.D, founder and owner of Guiding Exceptional Parents, parent coach, RDI consultant, and special needs care navigator.  I invited Dr. Sarah Wayland on the podcast today to guide us through how to be a supportive parent to neurodiverse kids, especially when ADHD is involved, for 18 - 25 years of age. You can learn more about Dr. Wayland at guidingexceptionalparents.com. 
In this episode, Dr. Wayland and I discuss the following:
Her own personal parenting journey of raising two neurodiverse kids into those young adult years
Level of support possibly still needed during teen years
Transitioning support from teen to young adult, supports still may be required.
If college is the option, what to do?
Leaving home at age 18 when EF hasn’t come in yet?
How a parent can be supportive of their young adults mental health?
How screen time management is required by this age
Overall wisdom of parenting a young adult in range of 18 - 25 years old
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