The Special Parent Podcast

Oct 28 2024 27 ep. 23 mins 2
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Welcome to The Special Parent Podcast! I’m Dr. Deanna Iverson, a proud mom of three boys, two incredible kids with special needs, and I’m here to remind you that you’re not alone on this journey. Whether you’re navigating the highs, the lows, or those moments in between, this podcast is your weekly dose of hope, help, and heartfelt guidance. Together, we’ll celebrate the victories, tackle the challenges, and connect with a community that truly understands. So grab your favorite cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s embark on this empowering journey together. You’ve got this!

Hosted by Dr. Deanna Iverson, high school counselor for kids in need of emotional and social support, and a Doctor of Community Counseling and Traumatology, Dr. D believes that empowering parents of special needs children is like giving them the superpower of unconditional love, unwavering strength, and unbreakable determination.

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Turning Anxiety into Growth: Empowering Your Child with Resilience and Wisdom | Ep27

Oct 28 2024 23 mins  
Send us a textCan anxiety really be a stepping stone to growth? Join me, Dr. Deanna Iverson, on the Special Parent Podcast to unravel this intriguing concept, inspired by insights from Lisa DeMoor. This episode offers a heartfelt promise to equip you with the tools to empower your children in navigating their anxieties. By focusing on normalizing anxiety as an essential part of dev

Unlocking Potential: Neurofeedback and Holistic Therapies for Children with Special Needs | Ep26

Oct 21 2024 33 mins  
Send us a textDiscover the incredible potential of neurofeedback therapy with our special guest, Sheri Reichman, a seasoned neurotherapist. Together, we navigate the promising world of neurofeedback, offering hope to families seeking alternative therapies for children with special needs. This episode promises to unveil how training brainwaves can lead to remarkable transformations

Unlocking Potential: Hyperbaric Oxygen and Neurofeedback Therapy for Children with Autism and ADHD | Ep25

Oct 14 2024 32 mins  
Send us a textWhat if you could unlock a new world of possibilities for your child with special needs? This week on the Special Parent Podcast, we have exciting insights to share as Sheri Reichman, a board-certified neurotherapist from East Valley Naturopathic Doctors, joins us. We explore the incredible potential of neurofeedback and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for children w

Navigating the Storm: Compassionate Discipline Strategies for Children with Special Needs | Ep24

Oct 07 2024 29 mins  
Send us a textImagine standing in a bustling grocery store with a child mid-tantrum, feeling the eyes of strangers on you and wondering how to regain control with love and understanding. Join me, Dr. Deanna Iverson, on the Special Parent Podcast as we unravel these intense moments and explore strategies to discipline children with special needs in ways that affirm their unique pote

Confidence in Care: Practical Discipline Tips for Special Needs Parents | Ep23

Sep 30 2024 29 mins  
Send us a textCan discipline really be a tool for growth and empowerment in children with special needs? On this follow-up to episode 22 of the Special Parent Podcast, we're tackling this profound question head-on. We'll explore the internal struggles parents often face when setting boundaries, and how these decisions can influence our children's potential to learn and thrive. Join

Consistent Parenting Techniques for All Children | Ep22

Sep 23 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textCan disciplining your special needs child strengthen or strain your marriage? Join Brian and me, as we share practical insights and heartwarming stories on the Special Parent Podcast. Hear how we navigate the often challenging waters of setting consistent expectations for our children, both with and without disabilities. We promise you'll come away with new strategies

A Single Mom’s Journey Raising a Child with Autism and the Power of Life Coaching | Ep21

Sep 16 2024 46 mins  
Send us a textWhat if the feelings of isolation and loneliness you’ve been grappling with could be the very catalyst for a transformative journey? This week on the Special Parent Podcast, we sit down with Annie Carter, a resilient life coach and single mom, who opens up about her heartfelt experiences of raising a child with autism. From recognizing the early signs in her son, to

Empowering Young Minds: Navigating Childhood Anxiety with Practical Tools and Resilience | Ep20 | Special Parent Podcast

Sep 02 2024 15 mins  
Send us a textCan you imagine a world where your child views anxiety not as a debilitating foe, but as a manageable part of life? That's exactly what I aim to achieve in this episode of the Special Parent Podcast. Drawing from personal experiences and expert insights, we're going to demystify anxiety, normalizing it while empowering you and your children to face it head-on. In this

Easing Back-to-School Transitions: Music, Games, and Small Wins with Shawna Fox (Back to School: Part 3) | Ep19

Aug 26 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textCan music and games really help both parents and children transition smoothly back to school? That’s exactly what we discuss with our wonderful guest, Shawna Fox, in this episode of the Special Parent Podcast. We explore practical techniques to shift from an emotional state to a logical thinking brain, making the start of the school year a little less stressful. Fro

Easing Back-to-School Anxiety: Empowering Your Child with Simple, Effective Strategies (Part 2 of 3) | Ep18

Aug 19 2024 19 mins  
Send us a textStruggling with back-to-school anxiety? Imagine if a simple scent could help ease your child's transition. In part two of our series on back-to-school stressors, Shawna and I share inventive ways to empower your children and reduce the stress that comes with the new school year. From establishing pre-school routines to using familiar scents like vanilla candles at bed