Parenting with Impact

Using music and humor as her instruments, Amy orchestrates powerful moments of connection that leave people feeling encouraged and empowered. As a board-certified music therapist and a Certified Humor Professional, Amy conducts meaningful experiences that build community and center on the joy that music adds to our lives. One of her proudest accomplishments is being the musical director of Grace N...

Jesse LeBeau is one of today’s most highly sought after youth speakers and teen coaches. His unlikely underdog story has inspired millions of teens through his speaking, best-selling books and youth programs. He is one of the worlds premiere basketball trick artists and is regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours. Jesse’s new reality series ‘The LeBeau Show’ allows viewers the chanc...

Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode about nagging. Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex KidsParenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to...

Parenting With Impact with Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster Episode 146 Simple, Safe & Connected -- Tips to Navigate Big Emotions with Sonali Vongchusiri Sonali Vongchusiri is founder of Forward Together Parenting and the "Raising Your Strong-Willed Child" series. She often says that she WAS that kid and now she HAS three of those kids. As a parent coach she supports parents in...

Leslie Josel, a renowned expert in effective communication strategies for parenting complex kids, has over two decades of experience in this field. Leslie's perspective on this topic is rooted in her belief that effective communication is the most crucial aspect for parents to understand. She emphasizes that all issues related to parenting complex kids ultimately boil down to how parents comm...

The topic of supporting parents of young adults, with its unique challenges, evolving relationships, and opportunities for growth, is the focus of this Parenting with Impact podcast episode. Join Diane and Elaine on this episode as they delve deeper into this significant and necessary area of focus. Episode 144 Helping Young Adults Get Back On Track with Elaine and DianeListen to this inspiring Pa...

This episode brings you another Success Story from the ImpactParents Community! Elena Nichols is passionate in raising complex kids through personal transformation and effective communication. After stumbling upon coaching by accident, she became intrigued by the concept of self-awareness and its potential for personal growth. As a parent of a child with dyslexia, Elena initially struggled with ex...

As parents, we worry about our kids fulfilling their potential, and want them to think about what they want their future to look like. How do we encourage our complex kids to envision a future, when they may still be struggling with the present? Sheila Akbar joined the Signet team in the summer of 2010, bringing with her a wealth of experience teaching SAT, ACT, GRE, literature, and composition in...

Elaine and Diane are back from the Annual International Conference on ADHD 2023! Hear about the ongoing evolution of ADHD management approaches, emphasizing the need for nuanced perspectives, change management strategies, and empowerment for individuals and families impacted by ADHD. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they reflect on their experiences at this yea...

Susan Stiffelman is a licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist and the author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence. Her work focuses on helping parents forge sturdy attachment with their children as the calm, confident “Captain of the ship.” She hosts a popular podcast and offers online classes and is a lifelong meditator who is deeply committed to enjoying her lif...

Ginny Luther shares her journey of parenting her son, Bart, a defiant, passionate, and determined child who challenged her to shift from control to connection. Ginny Luther MS, is an Educational and Family Behavioral Consultant, founder of Peaceful Parenting LLC, and Conscious Discipline Master Instructor. She is a dynamic international speaker for parents and educational professionals, pulling fr...

Communication is an ever-evolving part of your relationship with your child, no matter what age they are. During the holiday season, when there is increased togetherness there is a greater potential for difficult conversations. Episode 138 How Do I Get My Kid To Talk To Me? 4 Communication Tools with Elaine and DianeListen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss...

Stephanie Pinto is an Emotional Intelligence author, speaker and coach who specializes in helping parents to create an Emotionally Intelligent family culture at home. She is a certified Emotional Intelligence specialist, is a pediatric anxiety therapist, and practiced as a Speech Pathologist for 10 years. Her ground-breaking book, From Chaos to Connection, was published in March 2023. And she has...

Priya Saaral LICSW, RPT-S is a first-generation immigrant from India and Singapore who identifies as a neurodivergent person. Her work has been centered on helping young people and parents find their voice and their playful spirit amidst personal and structural adversity, seeking to be seen and to belong. She aims to help all children feel seen and heard as valuable human beings in society, and as...

We all set goals for our children as to what success should look like for them. As a parent, having control seems like the simplest path to that goal. However, we know this does not lend well to your child ultimately having independence and agency. So, how do we navigate this? Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss control and how to transition...

Does your young boy exhibit behavior that has you in fear for his future, and what kind of man he will become? Parenting boys with difficult behaviors can be very challenging. What can we do now to reduce risks and aggression? Tosha Schore is a parent coach and the founder of Parenting Boys Peacefully, where she is on a mission to create a more peaceful world, one sweet boy at a time. She is also...

As the founder of Executive Function Specialists, Sean McCormick has pioneered cutting-edge practices to guide students with AD/HD to overcome procrastination, disorganization, and school avoidance. His passion for empowering others led him to establish the Executive Function Coaching Academy, offering training programs for aspiring executive function coaches. Sean also hosts the popular Earn More...

If you are struggling to get your child to do something, you may want to stop and think, “Who’s agenda IS IT?” Is this just something YOU want? How do you get your kid to buy into whatever it is that you are asking them to do? This week Elaine and Diane discuss agendas! How can a parent and child come together to create a shared agenda that benefits everyone? Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parent...

We would do anything for our kids in the pursuit of having them grow up to be happy, healthy, and self-sufficient. But when is it too much? When does helping become hindering? Doing more harm than good, is never our intention, so how do we navigate that fine line when raising young adults with autism, ADHD, and other learning disabilities? Misty Wagner understands the unique challenges and strengt...

Is your child highly intelligent and passionate, but struggles with daily tasks and doing well in school? Executive function deficits play a large role. How do you meet your child where they are and help them to thrive, when you know they are capable of so much? Julie Skolnick is the Founder of With Understanding Comes Calm where she guides parents of twice exceptional children, mentors 2e adults,...

Why is it so hard for your child to ask for help? Making the transition into independence can often backfire when your kiddo will not ask for help when they need it. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss the reasons kids have a hard time asking for and accepting help, and how we can prepare them to seek assistance when they need it. Parenting...

There are many highly successful adults living with ADHD. No matter what time in their lives they were diagnosed, they often have common struggles. The paradox of knowing they are smart yet feeling stupid. Feeling like an impostor. Questioning whether a treatment is right or not. Casey Dixon is a respected Life Coach with a unique focus on science-based, innovative, collaborative coaching for atto...

Will your neurodiverse child get into college? According to college admissions consultant Michelle McAnaney, the answer is a resounding YES! But just when you think it's all figured out, a sudden twist leaves parents wondering if they're truly prepared for the transition to college life...Michelle McAnaney founded The College Spy® with this mission: Help students identify colleges that a...

Do you struggle with getting your child to do things? Does it feel like no matter what you do, it is a struggle to motivation your child to ____. We can fill that blank with countless things: homework, clean their room, exercise, chores, be on time… Well, you may be surprised to learn that traditional motivation tactics often backfire. Elaine and Diane have a dynamic way to help your child with th...

Just when Jennifer Gay Summers thought she had it all figured out, her world was turned upside down. Her child, Lee, was diagnosed with ADHD and other learning disabilities, shattering her expectations of traditional parenting. But instead of giving up, Jennifer dove headfirst into researching and advocating for her child's needs. She discovered the importance of meeting her child where they...