Stepping into declarative language isn’t about getting it “right.” It’s about exploring a different way of communicating—one that feels more connected, more collaborative, and more focused on regulati...

💡 The Main Takeaways (if you only have a moment right now!)

🌿 Recognizing your own nervous system state creates space for deeper attunement to the child’s needs, allowing you to offer genuine felt-sa...

💡 The Main Takeaways💡

(if you only have a moment right now!)

• ✨ Shifting from power-over to power-with creates a more equitable therapeutic space where PDAers can access more felt-safety and connec...

If you’re navigating the complexities of school, burnout, and autonomy with your autistic child, youth, or young adult, you’re not alone. Many parents find themselves in the impossible position of ...

A Winter Holiday Guide:

Thoughtful Support for Neurodivergent Families

The holidays are full of potential for connection, joy, and, let’s face it, some chaos. For families with neurodivergent (ND...

Winter Holiday Survival Guide: Tips for Parents of Neurodivergent Children

Created by Stacy @ stacyfinch.com & Adrianne @ discoverautism.ca 

The winter holidays are a time of warmth, wonder—and, let...

For children with a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile, deciding whether to begin kindergarten involves looking beyond traditional readiness markers. PDAers may follow unique developmental pa...

Do you ever feel like understanding behaviour can be elusive and challenging? When we don't consider the roles of interoception and sensory processing, we often find ourselves playing a game of "be...

Low-arousal PDA parenting --

When raising children with a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile, it's all about finding that sweet spot between support and independence. A low-demand parent...