Learn kind and practical tips to support your ADHD child by downloading the First 3 Chapters of Kate's book for FREE here: https://bit.ly/first_3chapters

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My guest today is Kristen McNeely, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Kristen serves as a Behavior Specialist in a local school district and runs a private practice where she supports parents of children navigating behavior challenges and anxiety.

I invited Kristen to the podcast to unpack a big topic: how parents can support children who have both ADHD and anxiety—a combination that often gets misunderstood or overlooked.

You can learn more about Kristen and her work at 👉 www.kristenmcneely.com

In this episode, we explore:

• What anxiety looks like in a child with ADHD

• Strategies to help anxious ADHD kids start and complete tasks

• How to support academic demands without increasing anxiety

• What to do when your school district isn’t offering support

• How to navigate social-emotional challenges in school

• What to do when school refusal starts showing up

• How to build emotional coping skills and motivation

• Kristen’s words of wisdom for parenting through it all

This episode is brought to you by Kate at ADHDKidsCanThrive.com 💛 Please listen, share, and let us know what resonates with you!

Learn kind and practical tips to support your ADHD child by downloading the First 3 Chapters of my book for FREE here: https://bit.ly/first_3chapters

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Join host Kate Brownfield from ADHDKidsCanThrive.com in an enlightening conversation with Cassie Korbfort, MSEd, a Child Development Specialist and early childhood special education expert at the Center for Developing Minds (Devminds.com). This episode delves into the complexities of raising and educating neurodiverse children in preschool and elementary settings. Discover valuable insights into how parents can effectively advocate for their children, the importance of teamwork with educators, and the impact of external factors like COVID and screen time on child development.

Kate and Cassie discuss common challenges parents face, such as handling behavioral issues in school, addressing the stigma attached to neurodiversity, and the significance of allowing children to overcome small challenges for long-term success. This episode serves as a helpful guide for parents aiming to support their children's unique learning needs while fostering an environment of growth and resilience both at home and in school.

Thank you for listening!

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-korbfort-145193203/

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Learn kind and practical tips to support your ADHD child by downloading the First 3 Chapters of my book for FREE here: https://bit.ly/first_3chapters

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In this episode, Kate Brownfield sits down with Greg Burnham, MS, LMFT, and clinical director at Gembaboise.com, to discuss how alternative paths like gap programs can help young adults build confidence, develop life skills, and create a future that truly fits them.

Greg shares valuable knowledge on the different levels of "stuckness" young adults experience, the role parents play in this journey, and how to foster independence without forcing a rigid path. If you're a parent looking for alternative ways to support your child’s transition into adulthood, this episode is full of actionable advice.

• How can you recognize when a young adult is “stuck” and what level of support they need?
• Traditional college paths aren’t the best fit for every neurodivergent young adult.
• The benefits of gap programs in building confidence, independence, and real-world skills.
• How parents can guide their child’s journey without unintentionally holding them back.
• Focusing on the process, rather than just the outcome, leads to long-term success.

[01:17] - Meet Greg Burnham

[02:13] - What is a gap year?

[04:56] - How parents can help (or hinder) their child’s path to independence.

[07:41] - Why ADHD young adults struggle with life after high school and how to support them.

[13:26] - Identifying different levels of "stuckness" and knowing when intervention is needed.

[18:05] - What to do if your child fails in college and why it’s not the end of the world.

[20:09] - How gap programs provide structure and support.

[23:36] - Understanding the costs and insurance options.

[25:36] - How Gemba Boise helps young adults build confidence, independence, and community.

[28:12] - Why personalized paths lead to sustainable growth.

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gburnham/

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