When we talk about Executive Function, we also need to talk about mental health. Taking care of our mental health is important for everyone and studies show that there is a connection between Executive Function challenges and mental health diagnoses like depression and anxiety. There are many, many ways that executive function challenges affect mental health ... Show More
Nov 12
Ep 76: Your Second Brain: How Gut Health Shapes Focus, Mood, and Executive Function (ft. Dr. Anastasia Galanopolous
<p>Today’s episode is a fascinating look at the connection between our guts and our brains. This powerful two-way communication between our digestive system and our mind influences everything from mood and sleep to focus and decision-making. My guest is Dr. Anastasia Galanopoulos ... Show More
43m 6s
Oct 29
Ep 75: Creativity Counts: How Expressive Arts Support ADHD & Executive Functioning (ft. Shayne Swift & Jamal Kirk)
<p>Today we’re wrapping up ADHD Awareness Month with something a little different — and a lot of fun. This episode is all about creativity, self-expression, and the power of play in adulthood. We’re diving into Expressive Arts Coaching - a unique, creative approach that helps peo ... Show More
1h 2m
Aug 2023
S07|01 - Mindset-Driven Parenting
5 years ago, I found myself with a door slammed in my face and a child screaming at me on the other side. Big emotions, big reactions, and not knowing how to respond to all of this “big-ness”. Shifts were slow and happened over time… and it all started with this: MINDSET. I didn’ ... Show More
38m 17s
Nov 2023
Childhood Trauma, ADHD, and the Path to Healing with Neha
<p>Hey team!<br /> <br /> This week, I'm talking with Neha (name changed for anonymity) - she is a first-generation Indian immigrant who worked in big tech based out of the Bay Area, California. She now works to create awareness about undiagnosed ADHD in South Asians, especially ... Show More
44m 27s
Sep 2023
Balancing ADHD: Myths, Management, and Mindsets with Dr. Jessica Stern
<p>Hey team!<br /> <br /> This week I'm talking with Dr. Jessica Stern about ADHD, mental health, and trauma. Dr. Stern is a licensed clinical psychologist, consultant, and clinical assistant professor at NYU Langone Health. Her areas of specialty are depression, anxiety, ADHD in ... Show More
28m 10s
Feb 2023
Bonus - Parenting Calm, Confident Kids You Love to Be Around, Part 3
Have you heard my WHOLE STORY? How I shifted from wanting my kiddos to change (which was NOT happening), and not being able to handle the extreme emotions and behaviours that my kids were throwing at me… to parenting calm, confident kids that I love to be around. It feels like a ... Show More
31m 24s
Oct 2022
3 Ways to Find Closure from Childhood Pain & How to Develop Healthy Coping Mechanisms For Everything Life Throws at You
<p>Today, I'm joined by Haesue Jo, Licensed Therapist & Head of Clinical Operations at BetterHelp, with years of experience providing individual and family therapy in community mental health. Her current clinical focus includes working with individuals with a variety of presentin ... Show More
1h 13m