Neurodivergent Parenting Insights with Dr. Matt: Clinical Psychologist and Author

About this episode

This episode features Dr. Matt discussing insights on parenting neurodivergent children.

On this episode, we talk with Dr. Matthew Zakreski (known as “Dr. Matt”). He is a seasoned clinical psychologist and professional speaker renowned for his expertise in serving neurodivergent individuals (people with different brains such as gifted, ADHD, Autism, and dyslexia). Connect with Matt Zakreski: ⁠https://www.drmattzakreski.com/ Link to his book: https://www.amazon.com/Neurodiversity-Playbook-Neurodivergent-People-Neurotypical/dp/195336036X CultivaTeen Roots helps parents of tweens and teens navigate adolescence with confidence and connection. Through courses, resources, and community support, we give parents practical tools to understand their child’s development, set healthy boundaries, and strengthen relationships during these transformative years. Check out our website for more information, ⁠⁠⁠cultivateenroots.com⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Instagram @cultivateenroots and Facebook ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/cultivateenroots⁠⁠⁠. Follow YourTeen Mag online: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://yourteenmag.com/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/YourTeen⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yourteenmag

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Matthew Zakreski

Topics covered

• neurodivergent parenting
• ADHD
• Autism
• dyslexia
• adolescence
• parenting strategies

Keywords

• neurodivergent
• parenting
• clinical psychologist
• ADHD
• Autism
• dyslexia
• adolescence

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CultivaTeen Roots, YourTeen Mag

Products: Neurodiversity Playbook

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