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Your Neurodivergent Child Doesn’t Need a...

MICHELLE KENNEY, M. ED
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So many parents of neurodivergent children are told they need a different parenting approach, that connection won't be enough, and that rewards and consequences are the answer. In this episode, Coach Cammie shares the deeply personal story of her son, whose anxiety and sensory challenges made everyday moments like getting to school feel overwhelming for thei ... Show More
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