Episode 264: The Double Empathy Problem in the Classroom

The double empathy problem—what it is and why it matters in schools.

ADHD, Autism, Education, Empathy, NeurodiversityDave MorrisMarch 26, 2025double empathy problem, adhd, neurodiversity, education, autism

Episode 263: There's Much More to OCD Than You Think

OCD is so much more than being neat or organized, but those misconceptions mean many people—especially kids—go undiagnosed.

ADHD, Autism, Counseling, Education, Emotional Regulation, OCDDave MorrisMarch 20, 2025OCD, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, autism, adhd, counseling, education

Episode 261: Gestalt Language Processing

Most of us think about language development as learning words one at a time, slowly building vocabulary step by step. Not the case with Gestalt.

Autism, Counseling, Education, Neurodiversity, ParentingDave MorrisMarch 6, 2025Gestalt, language, neurodiversity, autism, Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Episode 260: The Barrier-Breaking Evolution of Whole Body Regulation

How can we support kids' social and emotional growth without just managing their behavior?

ADHD, Autism, Education, Emotional Regulation, ParentingDave MorrisFebruary 26, 2025whole body regulation, adhd, autism, neurodiversity, education, teaching, executive functioning

Episode 256: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria with Dr. Bill Dodson (Part 1)

Emotional dysregulation is a big part of living with ADHD that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves.

ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Counseling, Education, Emotional Regulation, Executive Functioning, Neurodiversity, ParentingDave MorrisJanuary 30, 2025ADHD, Rejection Sensitivity, Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, Emotional Dysregulation, Neurodiversity, Emotional Regulation, Social Anxiety, Mood Disorders

Episode 255: New Podcast Alert: Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools

Search for the new podcast on your favorite platform!

2e, ADHD, Autism, Education, NeurodiversityDave MorrisJanuary 20, 2025education, neurodiversity, schools, autism, adhd

Episode 253: Applying Neuroscience to Education

The principles of Universal Design for Learning can transform how we help people learn.

2e, ADHD, Autism, Education, Neurodiversity, TraumaDave MorrisJanuary 9, 2025education, trauma, curriculum, neurodiversity, adhd, autism

Episode 251: Moving From Traditional to Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy

Traditional therapy models often position clinicians as the experts, but what happens when this dynamic overlooks the lived experiences of neurodivergent clients?

Autism, Counseling, Diversity, Neurodiversity, AssessmentDave MorrisDecember 12, 2024mental health, therapy, clinical psychology, neurodiversity

Episode 250: Real-World Relationships, Digital Connections, Keeping It Together

For neurodivergent kids, finding their social groove looks different than you might think.

2e, ADHD, Autism, Executive Functioning, Gaming, Gifted, Neurodiversity, ParentingDave MorrisDecember 12, 2024neurodiversity, social relationships, pandemic, online, social skills, parenting, mental health, gifted, executive functioning

Episode 248: Ask Me Anything #9 with Emily Kircher-Morris

Questions asked via our Facebook group! Join the group and join the conversation.

2e, ADHD, Autism, Counseling, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Education, Executive Functioning, Gifted, Neurodiversity, ParentingDave MorrisNovember 7, 2024ADHD, dyslexia, giftedness, 504 plan, cognition

Episode 247: Beyond the Stereotypes of Autism and Neurodiversity

Outdated stereotypes often overshadow the reality and richness of neurodiversity.

2e, ADHD, Autism, Counseling, Emotional Regulation, Gifted, Neurodiversity, ParentingDave MorrisOctober 25, 2024autism, adhd, neurodiversity, gifted, autism diagnosis, emotional regulation, autism misdiagnosis, autism burnout

Episode 246: Challenging What We Know About Autism and PDA

Donna Henderson has some thoughts about autism, PDA, and more.

Assessment, Autism, Counseling, Education, Executive Functioning, Neurodiversity, PDA, ParentingDave MorrisOctober 17, 2024PDA, autism, neurodiversity, counseling

Episode 245: What Neurodivergent People Need to Know About Joining the Military

Joining the military with a diagnosis of ADHD or autism requires meeting specific criteria.

ADHD, Autism, Assessment, Anxiety, Counseling, Neurodiversity, ParentingDave MorrisOctober 10, 2024army, military, adhd, clinical psychology, neurodiversity, masking

Episode 244: You Can’t Cut Corners on Executive Function Skills

Executive function skills are crucial for success in school, work, and life. But for neurodivergent people, these skills can be particularly challenging.