Autism & Neurodiversity

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Podcast by Jason & Debbie Grygla

Autism & Neurodiversity

Parenting or working with neurodivergent children, teens, or young adults? Join us Jason Grygla, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Founder and Director of NeuroDev, a specialized mentoring program for neurodivergent young adults, and Debbie Grygla, Certified Parent Coach as we share practical tools, expert insights, and personal experiences to help you better support neurodivergents and foster their growth, development, and emotional well-being.

Latest episodes

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06 December 2024

Finding Connection in the Chaos of the Holidays with Debbie

The holiday season can be a time of joy and connection, but it can also bring a lot of stress—especially when your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult struggles to navigate the busyness and expectations. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to balance it all, this episode is for you.

Join me as we explore how to find meaningful moments of connection in the chaos, give yourself and your child grace, and focus on what truly matters during this special time of year.

You'll Learn:

  • Why the holidays can feel extra challenging for neurodivergent families.
  • How to shift from overwhelm to connection, even during busy moments.
  • Practical ways to give yourself and your child grace this season.
  • The power of letting go of perfection and focusing on what truly matters.

👉 Looking for ongoing support? Join our NDM Circle community for parent coaching, live events, and tools to better mentor your child, teen, or young adult.

🔵 Visit jasondebbie.com/ndmcircle/ to learn more.

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16 November 2024

7 Resilience Building Beliefs with Debbie

Does your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult seem to get stuck when facing challenges? Do they shut down or withdraw easily? If you're looking for ways to help them build resilience and navigate life's ups and downs with more confidence, this episode is for you. Join us as I share seven powerful beliefs that can transform your approach and help you and your loved one to thrive.

You'll Learn:

  • Why neurodivergents often have low resilience.
  • What three things lower the development of resilience.
  • The connection between a stressed nervous system and low resilience.
  • 7 beliefs if practiced that will boost resilience
  • How to use these beliefs.

👉 Looking for more support? Catch the replay of my workshop: Cultivating Resilience in our NDM Circle.

🔵NDM Circle: Our app provides parent coaching, educational resources, live events, and a great community based on Neuro-Developmental Mentoring (NDM) so you can better mentor your child, teen, or young adult’s development and well-being.

Visit https://jasondebbie.com/ndmcircle/ to learn more.

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25 October 2024

Why Waiting for Them to Get Motivated Is a Bad Idea with Debbie

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a waiting game, hoping your child, teen, or young adult will finally find the motivation to move forward? It’s a common struggle, especially when you’re parenting an autistic and/or neurodivergent, but here’s the hard truth: waiting for motivation is a losing strategy.

In this episode of the Autism and Neurodiversity podcast, I’m diving into why waiting for them to get motivated will only make things harder and what they need from you as their parent that is actually helpful.

👉 Looking for more support? Join our upcoming workshop:

🌟Workshop with Debbie: Cultivating Resilience Wednesday, November 6th, 2024, 5:00-6:00 PM MDT or catch the replay in our NDM Circle.

🔵NDM Circle: Our app provides parent coaching, educational resources, live events, and a great community based on Neuro-Developmental Mentoring (NDM) so you can better mentor your child, teen, or young adult’s development and well-being.

Visit https://jasondebbie.com/ndmcircle/ to learn more.

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18 October 2024

When High IQ is Part of the Problem with Debbie

Does your brilliant child, teen, or young adult struggle with everyday tasks? It can be incredibly frustrating when they aren’t living up to their IQ potential. 

Society often equates intelligence with success, but the reality is more complex. Research also shows that those with high IQs have brains that may actually be getting in the way of their success. 

Tune in as I discuss some of the challenges high IQ neurodivergent young people face and important ways we can better support their development.

👉 Looking for more support? Join our upcoming workshop:

🌟Workshop with Debbie: Cultivating Resilience Wednesday, November 6th, 2024, 5:00-6:00 PM MDT or catch the replay in our NDM Circle.

🔵NDM Circle: Our app provides parent coaching, educational resources, live events, and a great community based on Neuro-Developmental Mentoring (NDM) so you can better mentor your child, teen, or young adult’s development and well-being.

Visit https://jasondebbie.com/ndmcircle/ to learn more.

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20 September 2024

Why Traditional Therapeutic Approaches Are Failing OCD / Neurodivergents with Josh Doyle, M.ED

Join us for this chat with Josh Doyle, an Educational Consultant, with over 25 years of experience focused on helping children, adolescents, and young adults with challenges in learning, attention, social, emotional or behavioral issues. He also helps young adults who are struggling to find the traction necessary to move forward into independence. 

We discuss:

  • Why some traditional therapeutic approaches for OCD especially with for neurodivergents not only fail but can even exacerbate issues. 
  • What is proven to be effective. 
  • The critical thing parents need to stop doing.
  • Practical ways parents can be more supportive.

To find Josh Doyle visit: https://www.joshdoyleconsulting.com/

👉 Looking for more support? Join our NDM Circle!

NDM Circle: Our online membership program providing parent coaching, educational resources, live events, and a supportive community.

Visit https://jasondebbie.com/ndmcircle/ to learn more.

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13 September 2024

The Critical Role Connection Plays in Supporting Development with Cam Sherman, MA, ACMHC

What if the key to helping neurodivergent young people thrive isn't about intensive therapies, but something far more fundamental: human connection?

Join hosts Jason and Debbie Grygla as they chat with Cam Sherman, the new executive director of the new NeuroDev Raleigh campus (formerly known as TechieForLife), about the transformative power of connection.

Discover how building strong, supportive relationships can be the catalyst for personal growth and well-being in neurodivergent individuals.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • Why connection is crucial: Explore the concept of "Belonging to Become" and how a sense of belonging fuels personal development.
  • The surprising role of mentors: Understand how mentors can guide neurodivergent individuals toward their ideal selves, fostering a trusting mindset that empowers growth.
  • What the difference is between a training mindset and a trusting mindset: Learn why it matters.
  • Practical strategies for building connections: Gain insights into fostering mutual understanding, navigating challenges, and creating an environment where neurodivergent young adults can flourish.

You can reach out to Cam Sherman by email: Cam@NeuroDevMentoring.com

👉 Looking for more support? Catch the replay of our workshop: Strategies for Motivating Neurodivergent Minds in our NDM Circle.

NDM Circle: Our online membership program providing parent coaching, educational resources, live events, and a supportive community.

Visit https://jasondebbie.com/ndmcircle/ to learn more.

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