There’s more to your child’s behavior than what you see. What if the real struggle isn’t defiance but the way the world feels to them, both inside and out? This episode offers a powerful new lens on neurodivergence, gender, identity, and safety. It’s a conversation that invites you to pause, reconsider, and stay curious from beginning to end.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why “neurodivergent-adjacent” families need support
• How sensory overload shows up in daily behavior
• The difference between “won’t” and “can’t” in complex kids
• How Spoon Theory can reframe energy management for you and your child
• The power of starting with curiosity instead of control

About Lori Crowley, LMFT/LPCC
Lori is a California-based therapist and life coach who specializes in neurodivergence, sensory awareness, and inclusive care. She is the founder of ExP Therapy and creator of the globally used Ability Awareness Program. As a neurodivergent parent of three, Lori brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. She is also a dedicated ally to the neuroqueer and transgender communities.

Connect with Lori

• Website: ExP THERAPY®
• LinkedIn: Lori L. Crowley
• Facebook: ExP Therapy with Lori Crowley

Related Links: (For Blog Post Only)

• EP28: Gender & Queer Kids with Neurodiversity
  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-028-gender-queer-kids-with-neurodiversity/id1565976964?i=1000542909179
• Ep42: Trans Youth and Giftedness
  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-042-trans-youth-and-giftedness/id1565976964?i=1000549017769
• Ep82: Gender Confusion: A Primer for Parents
  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-082-gender-confusion-a-primer-for-parents/id1565976964?i=1000584734150
  

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When parenting feels like a constant battle, is there another way forward? In this episode, Marina G. shares her powerful shift from stress and control to calm and connection. Listen until the end and discover what happens when, through subtle but meaningful changes, a parent chooses curiosity over command.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why letting go of control might be the most powerful parenting move you make
• How doing nothing changed everything in Marina’s relationship with her daughter
• What shifted when curiosity replaced correction
• The surprising moment Marina realized she wasn’t parenting an extension of herself
• How coaching offered something therapy never quite could
  
  

Related Links:

• ​Parenting Tips When Emerging Adults Feel Stuck https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep221-parenting-tips-when-emerging-adults-feel-stuck/id1565976964?i=1000715430261
• Helping Young Adults get back on Track
  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-144-helping-young-adults-get-back-on-track/id1565976964?i=1000641123620
• Success! The Coach Approach at Work and at Home
  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-087-success-the-coach-approach-at-work-and-at-home/id1565976964?i=1000589151932
  
  

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Meltdowns aren’t always what they seem, and your child’s silence might be saying more than you think. In this episode, we explore the hidden connection between communication struggles and emotional blow-ups. Therapist Holly Blanc Moses joins us to unpack the subtle signals parents often miss, the assumptions that can get in the way, and the small shifts that can transform your relationship. If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on behind the shutdowns, this conversation will make you think twice and inspire you to try something new.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why meltdowns may be signs of unmet needs instead of intentional behavior
• How communication breaks down when a child doesn’t feel safe or understood
• The surprising impact of modeling your own emotions in everyday moments
• How one word like “because” can shift a shutdown into a conversation
• What happens when you stop labeling and start connecting instead
  
  

About Holly Blanc Moses, M.S., LPA, LCMHC

Holly is a Licensed Psychological Associate and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, with over 27 years of experience in the field. A neurodivergent psychologist and mom of two, she specializes in supporting children, teens, and families navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, and emotional regulation. Holly is also the host of The Autism ADHD Podcast and founder of Crossvine Counseling.

Connect with Holly

• Website: Crossvine Counseling | Holly Blanc Moses | Let's Connect!
• Podcast: The Autism ADHD Podcast
• Facebook: Holly Blanc Moses
• Instagram: @hollyblancmoses
• LinkedIn: Holly Blanc Moses

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"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD Intervention
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