16. Top 6 Questions to Consider When Choosing a Neuro-Affirming Practitioner with Jane McFadden

In this episode of ADHD Mums, join for a deep dive into finding the right practitioner for yourself or your children. Covering essential criteria for practitioners, including professional development, individualised approaches, and neuroaffirming training. The discussion also focuses on the importance of using positive, inclusive language and understanding neurodivergent needs. Additionally, the episode explores societal shifts towards neurodiversity and practical advice for advocating for children's best interests in various settings. Jane introduces Body and Mind Online, a Telehealth service offering specialised, neuroaffirming care.**Six Ways to Identify Neuroaffirming Practitioners starts at 24 minutes in** **Introducing Body and Mind Online Services starts 35 minutes in**Show NotesCheck out more about Body Mind Online here:www.adhdmums.com.au/servicesPrevious Episodes listed:Essential Information for PBS with Renee Del La CruzMy Top Take Aways Over the Past Year with Jane McFaddenCONNECT WITH ME...If you’ve got a question or want to connect with other ADHD mums, we’ve got a whole community on our Facebook group - Click here to join and post your question. Don’t worry if it’s been asked before! I love to answer everyone in a group format.https://www.facebook.com/groups/777102743903210/FOLLOW FOR MORE...I post more content, insights and help on my social media accounts. Follow along for more ADHD mum content.- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd_mums- Facebook: https://facebook.com/100091850469503/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdmumsaus- YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCB0uYIHpFKFo6AdhQQaBr1wLEAVE ME A REVIEWYour review means the world to me! Your thoughts really help others discover my content that I genuinely (and passionately) hope could make a difference in their lives. Your support creates a ripple effect of spreading my show around and hopefully reaching the right people (especially Mum’s who may be at their wit’s end). WANT TO COLLABORATE?If you’re enquiring about a collaboration or speaking engagement – please email [email protected]. EXTRA RESOURCES: Still not sure if you have ADHD or are Autistic? Get access to my recommended self tests as a guide to whether you should go for an assessment or not. https://adhdmums.com.au/self-tests/Can I access the NDIS? Use this link to get a free guide to the NDIS to start you on your journey. https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/768431/114109386760128004/shareFind more answers, resources and guides on my website at https://adhdmums.com.au/Research Listed:https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/professional-practice/overlooked-and-overwhelmed-the-impact-of-early-neuGudjonsson, G.H., Sigurdsson, J.F., Bragason, O.O., Newton, A.K. and Einarsson, E. (2008), “Interrogative suggestibility, compliance and false confessions among prisoners and their relationship with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms”, Psychological Medicine, Vol. 38 No. 7, pp. 1037–1044.https://doitprofiler.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rationale-for-a-person-centred-approach-to-screening-for-ND-in-prisons-January-2023-Kirby.pdfMentioned in this episode:Body and Mind OnlineA dedicated team of neuro-affirming psychologists, occupational therapists, counsellors, and speech pathologists that you can trust and who have been specifically trained to support your family's journey with compassion, expertise, and individualised care.Body & Mind OnlineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.