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Types of Therapy for Neurodivergent Children: Why a Whole‑Family Approach Can Be a Game‑Changer
When you’re raising a neurodivergent child, you quickly find yourself faced with an overwhelming list of therapy for Neurodivergent...
Izabela Doyle
6 days ago6 min read


Why Parenting a Neurodivergent Child Is Especially Difficult:
Parenting a neurodivergent child isn’t just harder- it’s a whole different game. This post breaks down why daily tasks, emotional meltdowns, sensory struggles, and advocacy battles are so intense—and gives you clear, practical ways to help your child and yourself right now.
Izabela Doyle
Jul 205 min read


Masking in ADHD and Autistic Children: Subtle Signs Teachers and Parents Shouldn’t Miss
What Is ADHD and Autistic Masking? ADHD and Autistic masking refers to when a child consciously or unconsciously hides their ADHD/...
Izabela Doyle
Jul 84 min read


How Can I Help My Child with ADHD?
ADHD isn’t a behavior problem—it’s a brain-based delay in key skills like emotional regulation, flexibility, and focus. Instead of punishment, your child needs support, co-regulation, and collaborative problem-solving. Learn how to shift from power struggles to partnership using practical, compassionate strategies that work with your child’s brain, not against it. Discover what really helps kids with ADHD thrive at home and beyond.
Izabela Doyle
Jun 303 min read


How to Deal with a Child with ADHD and Behaviour Problems
Parenting a child with ADHD and behaviour challenges isn’t about being stricter—it’s about understanding what’s getting in the way. ADHD is a brain-based delay in self-regulation, not defiance. This article explores why traditional discipline often backfires and how a collaborative, skill-building approach can reduce meltdowns, build trust, and help your child thrive.
Izabela Doyle
May 254 min read


How Do You Discipline a Neurodivergent Child?
When parents ask, “How do I discipline my neurodivergent child?”—what they often mean is: “How do I stop the meltdowns, the refusals, the explosive reactions… without making things worse?”
Izabela Doyle
May 185 min read


Why Your Child’s Anger Escalates Quickly (and What You Can Do to Help)
If your child goes from calm to explosive in seconds, it’s not bad behavior—it’s a sign they’re overwhelmed. In this post, you’ll learn the real reasons behind rapid anger escalation in neurodivergent kids (like ADHD, autism, and PDA) and get practical tools to reduce meltdowns using a compassionate, collaborative approach.
Izabela Doyle
May 93 min read


Why Consequences Don’t Build Real Skills (and What to Do Instead)
Parenting a child with explosive or challenging behaviour can feel like navigating a minefield. Every outburst, refusal, or shutdown...
Izabela Doyle
May 44 min read


Empowering Your Child Through School Refusal: The Role of Collaborative and Proactive Solutions
If mornings feel like a battlefield and getting your child to school is a daily struggle, you are not alone.Many parents of neurodivergent kids—those with ADHD, autism, anxiety, or learning differences—face the overwhelming challenge of school refusal.
But here’s the good news: there is a powerful, compassionate way to help your child. It’s called Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, and it can completely change how you approach school refusal and Empowering Your Child Thr
Izabela Doyle
Apr 275 min read


How the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) Approach Can Help PDA Children Meet Demands
Introduction to the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions for PDA Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a complex profile on the autism...
Izabela Doyle
Apr 204 min read


Unlocking the Secrets To a Successful MorningRoutine For Your Neurodivergent Child
Parents often face the struggle of managing morning routines that promote cooperation instead of conflict. While structured routines are seen as a potential solution to morning meltdowns, the reality can often be far more complicated. Many parents navigate unexpected difficulties, emotional turbulence, and a desire for smoother mornings.
Izabela Doyle
Apr 104 min read


Surprising Reasons Behind ADHD Meltdowns
Discover the Surprising Reasons Behind ADHD Meltdowns and learn how to address your child's needs effectively.
Izabela Doyle
Mar 83 min read


ADHD Meltdowns
ADHD Meltdowns: A Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) Approach ADHD meltdowns can feel overwhelming for both children and their...
Izabela Doyle
Feb 234 min read


Comparing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and the CPS Model for ADHD Children
In today’s landscape of ADHD interventions, two distinct approaches stand out: cognitive therapy and the Collaborative & Proactive...
Izabela Doyle
Feb 233 min read


ADHD in Girls
research increasingly shows that adhd in girls is often underdiagnosed because the presentation can be more nuanced and less disruptive
Izabela Doyle
Feb 228 min read


ADHD and Emotional Dysregulation in children?
ADHD and Emotional Dysregulation in Children can be managed ? Watching your child struggle with emotional regulation can feel like riding...
Izabela Doyle
Nov 3, 20244 min read


It’s Time to Put the Sledgehammer Down When Parenting Kids with Concerning Behaviours
It’s Time to Put the Sledgehammer Down When Parenting Kids with Concerning Behaviours Parenting a child with challenging or concerning...
Izabela Doyle
Sep 29, 20244 min read


Bedtime Routine for ADHD children
A peaceful bedtime routine is the goal of many parents, but for some families, the process can be a source of frustration and stress
Izabela Doyle
Sep 14, 20244 min read


A Recipe for Stress-Free and Calm Mornings with Your ADHD Child: Using Declarative Language
A Recipe for Stress-Free and Calm Mornings with Your ADHD Child: Using Declarative Language
Izabela Doyle
Sep 8, 20244 min read


End Power Struggles with your ADHD Child: A Collaborative Approach
Many parents face constant power struggles with their children, but collaborative problem solving will put stop to that.
Izabela Doyle
Aug 4, 20243 min read
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