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Neurodiversity Podcast

Podcast Neurodiversity Podcast
Emily Kircher-Morris
The Neurodiversity Podcast talks with leaders in the fields of psychology, education, and beyond, about positively impacting neurodivergent people. Our goal is ...

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  • New Podcast Alert: Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools
    This week, we’re sharing the inaugural episode of the Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools podcast! Today, hosts Emily Kircher-Morris and Amanda Morin introduce themselves, and talk about their new book, Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported. This podcast is great as a learning tool on its own, and it's designed to align with the chapters of the book. It provides actionable insights, strategies, and inspiration for educators and parents. Emily and Amanda discuss their personal neurodivergent journeys, how they came to collaborate, and why neurodiversity is a vital topic for schools today. TAKEAWAYS The evolution of the neurodiversity movement and its roots in the autistic community. Understanding the terms "neurodiverse," "neurodivergent," and "neuro-normative." Why person-first vs. identity-first language matters and how to respect individual preferences. The importance of finding like-minded communities, and making small, yet meaningful shifts in educational practices. RESOURCES MENTIONED The Neurodiversity University Educator Hub: Learn more here Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported (Available for pre-order before January 21, 2025) We’re only days away from open registration for the Educator Hub! It’s a community of teachers and administrators who are working to build a better, more productive atmosphere for neurodivergent students. The hub includes Expert Q&A Webinars, one-on-one consultations with Emily Kircher-Morris, monthly Five-Minute PD videos, roundtable discussions, and open office hours chats. You’ll find resources that can be shared with your school’s staff, and great opportunities for continuing education credits. Get on the list now. Emily Kircher-Morris, M.A., M.Ed., LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a leading advocate for neurodiversity-affirming practices. Specializing in supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families, she combines her background as an educator with her clinical expertise to create inclusive strategies for fostering growth and resilience. Emily collaborates with schools and organizations to train educators and develop practices that support neurodivergent students. As an author, she provides valuable resources to help parents and educators nurture the strengths of neurodivergent youth, equipping them to thrive in all areas of life. Emily Kircher-Morris holds a Master of Arts in Education, a Master of Arts in Counseling, and is certified in elementary education, gifted education, and school counseling. Amanda Morin is a neurodivergent activist, award-winning author, early childhood specialist, and nationally known speaker dedicated to fostering accessible and inclusive environments for all individuals. With a background as a classroom teacher and early intervention specialist, she played an integral role in launching Understood.org in 2014 and served as its Director of Thought Leadership and Expertise. Amanda has authored six books, including "The Everything Parent’s Guide to Special Education" and "Adulting Made Easy." She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Maine and has received special education advocacy training from the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates.
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  • Unraveling the Mysteries of Baffling Behaviors
    Emily Kircher-Morris and Robyn Gobbel, author of Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors, chat about those baffling behaviors, and how they can leave parents and teachers scratching their heads. It’s also important to understand how adults' emotions can affect how they react to kids' behavior, and why it's so important to create an environment that helps kids feel safe and connected. The conversation also includes some practical tips for parents and teachers about understanding baffling behaviors. It’s all on episode 254! TAKEAWAYS Baffling behavior requires deeper understanding rather than judgment. Trauma can significantly impact a child's nervous system and behavior. Co-regulation is essential for emotional support and development. Neurodivergent children often experience heightened sensitivity to stressors. Behavior is often a response to unmet needs or stress. Parents and educators should look for underlying triggers in behaviors. The brain-body sensory approach can help in managing behaviors. Children develop self-regulation through experiences of co-regulation. Behavior is often an attempt to find regulation. To be helpful co-regulators, adults must navigate their own emotional states. Reactions are often based on personal history, not just current conditions. Check out Strategies for Supporting Twice-Exceptional Students, a course for educators by Emily Kircher-Morris, in the Neurodiversity University. You’ll find a variety of courses available there as well, with more being added soon. Robyn Gobbel, MSW holds a Master of Social Work degree and specializes in relational neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and child development. She has dedicated her career to supporting helpers, healers, educators, and parents working with children impacted by trauma. Robyn has provided professional development workshops, keynote presentations, and ongoing educational resources for those seeking to better understand the intersection of brain science and behavior. She is the author of Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors: Brain-Body-Sensory Strategies that Really Work and the host of The Baffling Behavior Show podcast. Her work focuses on practical strategies for building connection, emotional regulation, and resilience in both children and caregivers. BACKGROUND READING Robin’s website Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors The Baffling Behavior Show podcast Instagram Facebook The Neurodiversity Podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you can also join our private Facebook group.
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  • Applying Neuroscience to Education
    On our first episode of 2025, Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes Mind, Brain and Education expert Allison Posey, to discuss the importance of inclusive practices in education, focusing on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its application in classrooms. Allison shares her personal journey that led her to advocate for inclusive education, she and Emily discuss the need for understanding individual learning differences, and they talk about the role of emotions in learning. They also explore how neuroscience informs educational practices and necessitates shifting mindsets within educational systems to better support all learners. And, what is the impact of educational trauma on students? Takeaways Personal experiences shape advocacy for inclusive education. UDL aims to meet diverse learning needs from the start. Parents can play a crucial role in advocating for UDL. Neuroscience reveals the importance of emotions in learning. Educational trauma affects students' self-perception and learning. Technology can enhance access and engagement in learning. Learning should be viewed as a lifelong journey. Check out Strategies for Supporting Twice-Exceptional Students, a course for educators by Emily Kircher-Morris, in the Neurodiversity University. You’ll find a variety of courses available there as well, with more being added soon. Guest Allison Posey is an international leader for implementation of Universal Design for Learning. She works at CAST, where she collaborates to apply current understanding from brain research into innovative, equitable instructional practices. She taught a range of science courses in high school and community colleges, such as biology, genetics, anatomy, and psychology. She still teaches at Lasell University. Allison earned a degree in Mind, Brain, and Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education, and is the author of two books, Engage the Brain: How to Design for Learning that Taps into the Power of Emotion, and Unlearning: Changing Your Beliefs and Your Classroom with UDL. BACKGROUND READING Allison’s website Allison’s books and other helpful resources
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  • Self-Regulation: A Guide for Educators and Parents
    On episode 252, Dr. Richard Cash and Emily Kircher-Morris talk about the importance of self-regulation in education. They discuss the emotional, behavioral, and cognitive aspects, the critical role emotions play in learning, and the necessity of teaching metacognitive skills to students. It’s not only about school, they discuss parental support in developing self-regulation at home, and the unique needs of twice-exceptional learners. This is an updated version of an encore conversation. Takeaways Self-regulation consists of emotional, behavioral, and cognitive dimensions. Emotions significantly impact a child's ability to focus and learn. Metacognition involves reflecting on one's own thinking processes. Teaching kids to manage their feelings is crucial for learning. Parents should actively listen to their children to support self-regulation. Every child is unique, and teaching should reflect that individuality. Reflection time is often lacking in the school day. Homework should be reframed as home study to promote self-regulation. Get your podcast swag just in time for the holiday season! Clinicians, check out our courses, which can help you move toward a more neurodiversity-affirming therapy environment. Also, consider joining our Therapist Hub, which will open for new members soon! The Neurodiversity Podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you can also join our private Facebook group. For more information go to NeurodiversityPodcast.com. Dr. Richard M Cash received a bachelor of arts degree in theater from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He then attended the University of Minnesota-Minneapolis, where he received a post-baccalaureate degree in elementary education. Dr. Cash later obtained a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. He returned to St. Thomas and received a doctoral degree in educational leadership. Dr. Cash has served as the Administrator of Gifted Programs in Rochester, Minnesota, and the Director of Gifted Programs for the Bloomington Public Schools in Minnesota. He now provides workshops, presentations, and staff-development sessions throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. He’s the author of Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn. BACKGROUND READING Richard Cash’s website Self-Regulation in the Classroom Facebook
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  • Moving From Traditional to Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy
    On episode 251, Emily welcomes Dr. Amy Marschall, a clinical psychologist focused on trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming care. They talk about the transition from traditional therapy models to neurodiversity affirming approaches, and the importance of lived experience and self-diagnosis in mental health care. They talk about the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in accessing care, particularly in rural areas. The path to neurodiversity-affirming care involves the need for some clinicians to unlearn practices that we now understand could be harmful. Emily and Amy also talk about the significance of community support in finding the right clinician, as well as the broader implications of neurodiversity affirming practices in daily life. Takeaways The traditional expert-client model can be unhelpful in the world of neurodiversity. Lived experience is helpful in understanding mental health needs. Self-diagnosis is a valid and necessary option for many. Inappropriate therapy practices can lead to trauma that complicates healing. Telehealth can improve access to care, especially in rural areas. Community visibility is helpful to neurodiversity-affirming clinicians. Get your podcast swag just in time for the holiday season! Clinicians, check out our courses, which can help you move toward a more neurodiversity-affirming therapy environment. Also, consider joining our Therapist Hub, which will open for new members soon! The Neurodiversity Podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you can also join our private Facebook group. For more information go to NeurodiversityPodcast.com. Dr. Amy Marschall earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the University of Hartford in West Hartford, Connecticut, in 2015. She completed her pre-doctoral internship through the National Psychology Training Consortium (Central Region) and her post-doctoral residency at Family Psychological Center, PA, in Harrison, Arkansas. Dr. Marschall has been a licensed psychologist since 2016 and currently owns a private practice, RMH-Therapy, where she provides therapy primarily to children and adolescents, and psychological evaluations. Her clinical specializations include trauma-informed care, neurodiversity-affirming care, rural mental health, and telemental health. BACKGROUND READING Amy’s website Facebook
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The Neurodiversity Podcast talks with leaders in the fields of psychology, education, and beyond, about positively impacting neurodivergent people. Our goal is to reframe differences that were once considered disabilities or disorders, promote awareness of this unique population, and improve the lives of neurodivergent and high-ability people.
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