EP236: Executive Function & ADHD: What Parents Need To Know
Struggling with motivation, time management, or emotional outbursts? It might not be what you think. In this episode, we will unpack the real impact of executive function and why it matters more than ever. Tune in to learn what’s really going on behind the behavior, and what parents can do differently starting today.What to expect in this episode:Why executive function affects everything we think, feel, and do Why medication doesn’t actually solve executive function issues and what can help insteadHow to understand the difference between remediation and accommodation at home and in school What self-accommodation really looks like and how to help kids build it Why it's important to support executive function at home and not just rely on IEPs Related Links:EP147: Shifting from Nagging to Collaborative Solutions https://impactparents.com/collaborative-solutions EP210: Why Smart Kids Struggle in School and What Executive Function Has to Do With It https://impactparents.com/why-smart-kids-struggle-in-school-and-what-executive-function-has-to-do-with-it EP220: Tabletop Gaming: Social & Emotional Skills for Neurodiverse Kids https://impactparents.com/tabletop-gaming-social-emotional-skills-for-neurodiverse-kids Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Read the full blog here:https://impactparents.com/executive-function-adhd-what-parents-need-to-knowConnect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors "Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com
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EP235: Improve Executive Function And Family Dynamics In The Tween Years
SummaryWhat if the real breakthrough in parenting starts with you? In this episode, discover how the power of pause, play, and presence can reshape your relationship with your tween. Instead of rushing to fix behavior, you’ll explore how shifting your own approach creates space for growth, connection, and lasting change. Tune in and uncover what truly moves the needle in your family dynamic.What to expect in this episode:Why “driving the car” is a metaphor every parent should understandHow visual tools and playful structure reduce stress at homeThe surprising power of co-regulation vs. correctionWhy pause practices create more change than fast fixesHow belief in your child’s ability sets the tone for growthAbout Yulia RafailovaYulia Rafailova is a coach, speaker, and founder of MindFull Education. She helps parents and adolescents build executive function through mindfulness, collaboration, and personalized strategies. With a background in academic consulting and lived experience with ADHD and anxiety, she brings empathy and insight to every family she supports. Connect with Yulia Website: Pause People Coaching | Mindful Education About Dan Leibowitz, M.Ed.,M.Sped.,C.E.T. Dan Leibowitz is an educator, consultant, and parent coach with over 30 years of experience. He supports families in building routines, co-regulation, and emotional self-awareness at home. With advanced degrees in education and training in educational therapy, Dan helps parents shift patterns to foster resilience and independence in kids.Connect with DanWebsite: Pause People Coaching | Innovative Learning Services Related Links: EP135: It’s All About Control: Are You Ready?https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-135-its-all-about-control-are-you-readyEP216: ADHD & Memory: It's So Important, I Forgothttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep216-adhd-memory-its-so-important-i-forgotGet your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Read the full blog here:https://impactparents.com/improve-executive-function-and-family-dynamics-in-the-tween-years Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors "Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com
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EP234: How To Support Young Adults Through Nonlinear Life Paths
What if growing up doesn’t follow a straight line anymore, and that’s perfectly normal? This episode explores the evolving journey of emerging adulthood, the hidden challenges today’s young people face, and how parents can support them without falling into outdated expectations. From delayed independence to collaborative planning, discover why there's no one-size-fits-all path to thriving.What to expect in this episode:Why the path to adulthood looks different nowWhat college readiness really meansHow to recognize when your child needs a pause before a planWhy collaboration, not control, helps emerging adults thriveWhat many parents misunderstand about the 18–25 experience About Joanna Lilley, MA, NCCJoanna is the founder of Lilley Consulting, where she helps emerging adults (18–29) who are struggling with the transition to independence. With a Master’s in Counseling from West Virginia University and over a decade of experience in wilderness therapy, college recovery programs, and academic support, she specializes in connecting young adults with the right therapeutic and wellness resources. Joanna is known for her honest, empathetic, and solution-focused approach. She also hosts the Success is Subjective podcast, highlighting non-linear paths to adulthood and the complex realities facing today’s young adults. Connect with JoannaWebsite: Lilley ConsultingLinkedIn: Joanna Lilley, MA, NCC Facebook: Lilley ConsultingYouTube: Lilley Consulting / Success is Subjective PodcastPodcast: Lilley Consulting Related Links: EP144: Helping Young Adults get back on Track https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-144-helping-young-adults-get-back-on-track/id1565976964?i=1000641123620EP213: Life After 18: Unique Paths for Neurodivergent Young Adults https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep213-life-after-18-unique-paths-for-neurodivergent/id1565976964?i=1000706653868Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Read the full blog here:https://impactparents.com/how-to-support-young-adults-through-nonlinear-life-paths Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com
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EP233: Why Homework Is Hard: Executive Function, Stress, and Real Solutions
Homework struggles aren’t always about motivation. Sometimes, the biggest obstacles are invisible, like executive function challenges or stress overload. In this episode, we will discover what’s really going on when kids avoid or resist assignments, why your go-to solutions might not be working, and how to take a fresh approach that actually helps. If you’re tired of nagging and want a smarter way forward, this is your next listen.What to expect in this episode:Why executive function impacts every stage of the homework processThe 12 invisible steps kids must take to complete and turn in homeworkHow stress, motivation, and “effort tax” complicate even simple assignmentsWhy planners fail and what to do insteadWhen buy-in matters more than strategy Related Links:The Power of Good Enough: Progress Over Perfectionhttps://impactparents.com/the-power-of-good-enough-progress-over-perfection Why Smart Kids Struggle in School and What Executive Function Has to Do With Ithttps://impactparents.com/why-smart-kids-struggle-in-school-and-what-executive-function-has-to-do-with-it ADHD & Memory: It’s So Important, I Forgothttps://impactparents.com/adhd-memory-its-so-important-i-forgot Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Read the full blog here:https://impactparents.com/why-homework-is-hard-executive-function-stress-and-real-solutionsConnect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com
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EP232: How To Build Trust And Emotional Security In Kids
What if the change your child needs starts with you? This episode explores how rethinking your role through an attachment lens can unlock new ways to connect, support, and truly understand your child. Discover what happens when you stop trying to fix and start seeing differently. You may never look at parenting the same way again.What to expect in this episode:Why real change begins when caregivers feel just as empowered as their kidsHow an attachment-based lens helps reframe behavior and connectionWhat reflective parenting looks like and why it builds trust over timeHow to move from “fixing” to truly listening and understandingWhy belonging matters more than we think in classrooms and homesAbout Tania Johnson, R.PsychTania is a registered psychologist and co-founder of the Institute of Child Psychology. Originally from South Africa, she holds an Honours degree in psychology and a Master’s in counselling from City University of Seattle. Tania brings a global perspective to her work, having taught in Taiwan and trained at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Chicago. A former foster parent and current supervisor for emerging clinicians, she draws from attachment theory to support meaningful connections between children and caregivers. Tania is known for turning research into practical strategies that parents can apply in daily life. Connect with TaniaWebsite: Institute of Child Psychology Facebook: Institute of Child Psychology Instagram: instituteofchildpsych YouTube: Institute of Child Psychology Related Links:EP153: Trusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-153-trusting-complex-kids-helping-them-trust-us/id1565976964?i=1000648999971EP207: Rebuilding Trust with Teens: Cleaning the Slate Conversations https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep207-rebuilding-trust-with-teens-cleaning-the/id1565976964?i=1000700897363Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift.Read the full blog here:https://impactparents.com/how-to-build-trust-and-emotional-security-in-kids Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com
The Parenting with Impact Podcast with Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster, co-creators of ImpactParents.com, inspires parents and professionals guiding complex kids, teens and young adults all over the world to become capable, independent adults. ImpactParents.com is an online community, award-winning blog, and direct service provider for parents and professionals. Elaine and Diane are certified professional coaches with their own lived experience raising children with complex challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, gender identity issues, and more. Drawing from both personal and professional experience, they teach and inspire parents and professionals to raise and empower complex kids with confidence and calm. Scroll down for links and to download a free parenting guide. The Parenting with Impact Podcast will:Feature leading experts, bringing you cutting edge information to address your child’s challengesTeach you real-life, practical strategies for creating lasting changeDemonstrate how a coach-approach can improve all of your communications, one conversation at a time For the essentials of ImpactParent's coach-approach to parenting, download a free parenting guide at: ImpactParents.com/Podcast Find out about Sanity School®, a program for Parents, at: https://impactparents.com/programs-offerings/parent-training-sanity-school/ For information about professional continuing education: https://impactparents.com/for-professionals/ Visit Impact Parents at: https://impactparents.com/
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