If you would like to understand more about your child's learning profile, how to gain coping skills for your child, or how to help your child reach their full potential, contact us online about making an appointment.
Educational Coaching for Gifted and Twice-Exceptional Children & Teens
Does your gifted or 2e child or teen have a hard time making friends?
Do they seem challenged or frustrated at school?
Could your child use guidance from someone who understands their unique needs and abilities?
Paula Wilkes, Ph.D., offers educational coaching services where she works directly with gifted or 2e children and teens to provide support for issues and help them navigate school, relationships, emotional regulation, and other areas. Even when meeting virtually, Dr. Wilkes’ unique background as a former school teacher and gifted specialist allows her to connect with kids who might otherwise refuse to work with counselors or therapists. Learn more about Dr. Wilkes
If you would like to speak with Dr. Wilkes to see if she might be a good fit for you and/or your child, please contact our office and ask for a free 15 minute online consultation.
Parent Footprint with Dr. Dan: Podcasts on Educational Advocacy, Parenting a Disabled Child, Fatherhood, and Digital Wellness
Dr. Dan spoke with four new guests in the last month: educational advocate Christine Levy, disability advocate and author Kelley Coleman, comedian Adam Cayton-Holland, and entrepreneur Forest Bronzan. One new bonus episode was also posted, discussing answers to listener questions.
Educational Advocacy for Your Child with Christine Levy
Dr. Dan and guest Christine Levy define and discuss the role of an Educational Advocate for students (ages 3-22) and their parents.
Christine’s experience in education as an administrator, teacher, and special educator (as well as a parent) led to her advocacy work with children and families nationally. In her discussion with Dr. Dan, Christine guides listeners to a successful path to receive the educational support, services, and placements that their children are entitled to in school. Christine empowers parents to make informed decisions regarding their child’s education and encourages families to explore all resources to help their child.
Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child with Kelley Coleman
On this new episode Dr. Dan and guest Kelley Coleman discuss disability and her must-read book Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports.
According to the CDC, one in 33 babies is born with a birth defect in the United States. Dr. Dan and Kelley talk about how to navigate the practicalities of parenting a disabled child including diagnosis, school, doctors, insurance, financial planning, disability rights, and what life looks like as a parent caregiver. With over a decade of experience navigating these systems for her own child, author Kelley Coleman helps parents of disabled children feel less overwhelmed.
Listener Questions About 2024 Parenting Trends Including TikTok, Benign Neglect and More
In this January 2024 Sitting Down with Dr. Dan bonus episode, Dr. Dan and podcast producer Laura Rossi discuss parenting trends and predictions of 2024, gentle-ish parenting, tiktok, benign neglect and much more. We also provide links to some great articles!
Email your parenting questions to podcast@drdanpeters.com or DM us on social media. We want to consider yours for a future bonus episode.
Dr. Dan interviews comedian Adam Cayton-Holland about fatherhood and Adam's comedy special Wallpaper about Adam's entrée into #dadlife. Adam says, “I never wanted to be a dad comic, a ‘kids say the darndest things’ comedian. But you write what you know, and I have two boys now.” A lively, funny, and real discussion!
Tech Addiction and Digital Detox with Forest Bronzan
Dr. Dan talks to Forest Bronzan, Founder/CEO of Camplight and co-founder/CEO/board member of Digital Detox about how technology impacts our lives and how we can all take small steps to a better tech-life balance. In this episode, Dr. Dan and Forest focus on kids and parents to help parents navigate challenges around technology, tech addiction, digital wellness and much more.
Listen and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform, or on our web site.
Register Now! Virtual Executive Functioning Support Course 3/1
Do you feel overwhelmed by your family's calendar? Do you struggle with planning, organization, and time management for your children?
Learn about executive functioning and how to build systems for your family in an interactive group. Virtual via Zoom. Fridays, 11am-12n (PT) begins March 1 for 5 weeks. Led by Deanna Kim, M.Ed., our long-time educational therapist and executive functioning expert. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Early bird pricing of $320 has been extended until tomorrow, Thursday, February 15.
Childhood Experiences Research Study Seeking Participants
Sammy DeVincent, Summit Center doctoral trainee, is looking for participants for a research study she is conducting as a part of her doctoral dissertation on the impact of peoples’ experiences in childhood with their parents/primary caregivers. Sammy is seeking people over the age of 18, raised in the US, with and without diagnoses of ADHD, autism, and/or learning disabilities. To participate, you need to be able to recall what your relationship was like with your parent/primary caregiver growing up.
The results of this study will hopefully provide new information about how an individual’s past experiences may impact their current emotions and attitudes about themselves. Participation is through an anonymous online survey that takes about 15 minutes.
Feb 23-25: California Association for the Gifted Conferences
Teachers, administrators, and families are invited to the largest virtual events for gifted and advanced learners later this month.
The 62nd Annual CAG Conference focuses on enhancing teacher effectiveness in differentiating for all students, including advanced, gifted, twice exceptional (2e) and multilingual students. It will feature a pre-conference workshop with Dr. Sandra Kaplan. The Family conference is a virtual event for families focused on the intellectual, academic, and social and emotional needs of their children, enhancing family effectiveness.
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