When the parent becomes the consusltant

When the parent becomes the consusltant

From Beyond the Spectrum.. every age, every need by Beyond the Spectrum...every age, every need

March 18, 2026 · 60 min · Season 1 · Episode 8

About this episode

Shawn and Maurice discuss the unique experiences of parenting neurodivergent individuals and the transition to a consultant role.

About this episode. For most parents, as their children grow, the parent becomes more of a consultant, stepping back & granting more independence. For those of us who are parents to neurodivergent individuals, this picture can look a little different. In som cases, extremely different. Shawn & Maurice discuss their own individual experiences and Shawn shares a recent social incident involving his son that was unlike any encounter they have had before. SUPPORT THE SHOW & EXPERIENCE UNIVERSAL DESIGN We are proud to partner with BILLY Footwear, a brand that truly embodies the spirit of Beyond the Spectrum. After a spinal cord injury, co-founder Billy Price set out to create shoes that were stylish, high-quality, and—most importantly—accessible to everyone. Get 10% OFF your purchase at checkout here: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=beyond-the-spectrum 🐺 JOIN THE DEN: MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP A dedicated space for men to find community, share experiences, and navigate the journey of life on the spectrum together. Register for our next meeting here: https://sites.google.com/view/welcometotheden/home . Remember... you're not alone, you're one of us.

People in this episode

Host: Shawn

Guest: Maurice

Topics covered

  • parenting
  • neurodiversity
  • independence
  • consultation
  • community support

Keywords

  • neurodivergent
  • parenting
  • consultant
  • independence
  • community
  • BILLY Footwear

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