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Parenting with Impact

Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster

The Parenting with Impact Podcast with Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster, co-creators of ImpactParents.com, inspires parents and professionals guiding complex kids, teens and young adults all over the world to become capable, independent adults. ImpactParents.com is an online community, award-winning blog, and direct service provider for parents and professionals. Elaine and Diane are certified professional coaches with their own lived experience raising children with complex challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, gender identity issues, and more. Drawing from both personal and professional experience, they teach and inspire parents and professionals to raise and empower complex kids with confidence and calm. Scroll down for links and to download a free parenting guide. The Parenting with Impact Podcast will:Feature leading experts, bringing you cutting edge information to address your child’s challengesTeach you real-life, practical strategies for creating lasting changeDemonstrate how a coach-approach can improve all of your communications, one conversation at a time For the essentials of ImpactParent's coach-approach to parenting, download a free parenting guide at: ImpactParents.com/Podcast Find out about Sanity School®, a program for Parents, at: https://impactparents.com/programs-offerings/parent-training-sanity-school/ For information about professional continuing education: https://impactparents.com/for-professionals/  Visit Impact Parents at: https://impactparents.com/

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  • May 6 · 24 min

    EP265: Who Are Complex Kids And What Do They Need?

    “Complex kids” are often seen as difficult or defiant, but there’s more going on beneath the surface. They are navigating executive function challenges, emotional regulation struggles, and a world that often expects them to conform to methods that don't work for them. In this episode, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster break down what makes a child “complex” and why traditional parenting approaches often fall short for those kids. Tune in to learn how a collaborative, coach-style approach can help your complex child build confidence, develop agency, and move toward independence with support that truly works. What to expect in this episode: What “complex kids” really means beyond diagnoses like ADHD Why executive function is at the core of many parenting challenges How modern life and the digital world increase overwhelm for kids The importance of emotional regulation for both kids and parents How agency and independence develop through collaboration, not control Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift. ​ Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParents LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents Sponsors "Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD Intervention Do you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods. Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

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  • April 29 · 30 min

    EP264: Sensitive Kids and Big Emotions: What Parents Need to Know with Dr. Judith Orloff

    Does your child seem overwhelmed by emotions, easily affected by others, or more sensitive than their peers? It may not be a problem to fix, but a difference to understand. In this episode, Dr. Judith Orloff explains the difference between empathy, empaths, and highly sensitive kids and examines how these traits shape behavior, overwhelm, and emotional responses. Press play to learn practical ways to support your child with self-regulation, boundaries, and confidence so they can feel understood and in control. What to expect in this episode: The difference between empathy and being an empath or highly sensitive person How sensory overload can lead to overwhelm, shutdown, or big reactions Why neurodivergent and sensitive kids tend to absorb emotions from others Why sensitive traits should be supported, not “trained out” of children Simple self-regulation tools like alone time, boundaries, and calming environments About Dr. Judith Orloff Judith Orloff, MD, is a New York Times bestselling author, a psychiatrist, and an empath. She is the author of the new children’s book The Highly Sensitive Rabbit, about a caring cottontail who is shamed for her sensitivities but then learns to embrace them. Dr. Orloff's other books include The Genius of Empathy, The Empath’s Survival Guide, and Thriving as an Empath. Dr. Orloff also specializes in treating highly sensitive people in her medical practice. Dr. Orloff’s work has been featured on The Today Show, CNN, Oprah Magazine, the New York Times, and USA Today. Explore more at www.drjudithorloff.com. Connect with Dr. Judith Orloff Website: Dr. Judith Orloff Book: The Highly Sensitive Rabbit | The Highly Sensitive Teen Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift. Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParents LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents Sponsors "Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD Intervention Do you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods. Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

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  • April 22 · 31 min

    EP263: How to Help 2e Kids with Social Skills and Bullying with Elizabeth Smith

    Social struggles are not just about making friends. For many neurodivergent and 2e or “twice exceptional” kids, misunderstood social cues, complex peer dynamics, and hurt feelings can quickly turn into conflict or isolation. In this episode, Elizabeth Smith unpacks what is really happening beneath these interactions and how parents can guide their kids through them with greater clarity and understanding. Dive in to learn how you can help your child navigate social situations, respond confidently to teasing, and feel like they truly belong with peers. What to expect in this episode: The differences between social feedback, teasing, & bullying and why it matters How social hierarchies influence behaviors in middle school and beyond Why neurodivergent kids may struggle to interpret social cues How to teach “snappy comebacks” so kids can respond to teasing in real time What to do when teasing becomes repeated or escalates into bullying About Elizabeth Smith Elizabeth, a New York City-based social coach, has a deep-rooted passion for empowering 2e and profoundly gifted children. Her journey into social coaching was personal: she was working as a physician assistant in psychiatry when her own 2e child needed support. Elizabeth discovered the evidence-based PEERS program from UCLA’s Semel Institute. After obtaining certification, Elizabeth conducted further research into best practices for affirming neurotypes and strategies to avoid masking and forced behavior. This developed into her own strengths-based approach, utilizing empathy, acceptance, and current research to empower children to meet their own goals. ​ Connect with Elizabeth Smith Website: 2e Kids Coaching LinkedIn: Elizabeth Smith Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift. ​ Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParents LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents Sponsors "Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD Intervention Do you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods. Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

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  • April 15 · 54 min

    EP262: Success! Coaching Group Members Share Powerful Stories

    Parenting a complex teen can feel isolating, exhausting, and hard to figure out on your own. What if you didn’t have to do it alone? In this episode, real parents share how group coaching helped them feel supported, learn practical parenting strategies, and create lasting change in their families. Listen in to find out how support, connection, and the right tools can help you parent with more confidence, calm, and hope. What to expect in this episode: How group coaching helps parents feel less alone and more supported The difference between support groups and structured coaching Why hearing others’ experiences can accelerate your own growth How coaching teaches skills you can apply beyond parenting The role of community in building confidence and emotional resilience Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift. ​ Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParents LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents Sponsors "Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD Intervention Do you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.

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