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Divergent ConversationsGiftedness (Part 4): Parenting 2e Kids: High Standards and Emotional NeedsIf you are the parent of a gifted or twice-exceptional (2e) child, you know the unique challenges and pressures these children face.In this episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Megan Anna Neff, two AuDHD mental health professionals, and Dr. Danika Maddocks, a gifted/2e parent coach and owner of The Gifted Learning Lab, discuss the complexities of raising and supporting gifted and 2e kids, including the internal and external pressures, the impact of growth vs. fixed mindsets, and the innovative strategies that can support these exceptional children.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode:2024-12-061h 03
Parenting the Intensity056 - How Autonomy and Interests Transform Challenges - With Danika MaddocksWelcome to "Parenting the Intensity!"I had the pleasure of hosting Danika Maddocks again on the podcast.In this episode, we delve deep into how autonomy and kids' interests can be pivotal in overcoming challenges, especially for emotionally intense, gifted, and twice-exceptional children.Danika, a psychologist and founder of the Gifted Learning Lab, shared her valuable insights on how these approaches can benefit not only neurodivergent kids but all children. Here are some key takeaways:🔹 Leverage Autonomy to Promote Well-being: Autonomy is crucial for all kids but necessary for neurodivergent children. All...2024-10-2228 min
Just Don't Eff Them Up44. Gifted and 2E KidsDanika Maddocks from the Gifted Learning Lab joins us this week to talk about gifted and twice exceptional kids. She brings a great perspective that our hosts very much relate to.
Find Danika here:
The Gifted Learning Lab www.giftedlearninglab.com
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Parenting the Intensity051 - Gifted and Twice Exceptional Kids - With Danika MaddocksWelcome to "Parenting the Intensity!"In this episode of "Parenting the Intensity," we dive deep into the topic of giftedness and twice exceptionality (2e) with our special guest Danika Maddocks. We discuss the complexities of identifying giftedness and 2e in emotionally intense children. Danika shares her expertise in supporting gifted and twice exceptional kids and offers valuable insights for parents navigating this unique parenting journey. Join us as we unravel the nuances of giftedness, 2e, and provide valuable resources for supporting these exceptional but challenging children. You won't want to miss this enlightening discussion!"So...2024-08-2025 min
Neurodiversity Podcast2E Or Not 2E: The Nuts and Bolts of Twice-ExceptionalityMany brilliant young people experience the dichotomy of disability layered on top of their intelligence. It’s called twice-exceptionality, or 2e for short. What are the common misconceptions about twice-exceptional individuals? How do traditional models fall short when identifying the learning disabilities of our brightest kids? And why is early recognition so pivotal? Emily talks with Dr. Danika Maddocks, a psychologist, parent coach, and founder of the Gifted Learning Lab, about the intricacies of twice-exceptionality, in childhood and beyond. This is an encore presentation of the conversation, originally published in October 2023. Get signed up for the live, fr...2024-07-0435 min
Neurodiversity Podcast2E Or Not 2E: The Nuts and Bolts of Twice-ExceptionalityMany brilliant young people experience the dichotomy of disability layered on top of their intelligence. It’s called twice-exceptionality, or 2e for short. What are the common misconceptions about twice-exceptional individuals? How do traditional models fall short when identifying the learning disabilities of our brightest kids? And why is early recognition so pivotal? Emily talks with Dr. Danika Maddocks, a psychologist, parent coach, and founder of the Gifted Learning Lab, about the intricacies of twice-exceptionality, in childhood and beyond. Here’s a link to the free course about power struggles from Danika Maddocks. Learn more abou...2023-10-0535 min
Rebel TherapistCreating a Program for Parents with Danika MaddocksEven if you already work with the niche you want to work with in your private practice, you might ALSO love having an innovative signature program as an additional way to serve them. Danika Maddocks is a parent coach who's passionate about supporting parents of gifted and twice-exceptional kids. She's been partnering with bright kids and their families for over a dozen years as a teacher and therapist. You’re going to hear why she created a signature program for twice exceptional kids, and you’ll hear how she grows her business without becoming a full...2023-09-1941 min
Rebel TherapistLessons From Rebellious Entrepreneurs, Part 4This week on the podcast, we're hearing from four entrepreneurs who have created phenomenal programs beyond private practice. This is part four in a pod mini series featuring cameo appearances (or a-hear-ances?) from folks who have been through Rebel Therapist programs this year. You’ll hear what they created and the biggest lesson they each learned in the process. Here are the rebellious entrepreneurs in this week's episode: Mara Gutierrez is a highly sensitive and inquisitive human. She’s also a therapist, a guide, and a coach working with highly sensitive folks. Her work explores the...2022-08-0918 min