A call to parents, educators, and clinicians to act on what we know. Too many children today are struggling in ways that feel painfully familiar. You remember feeling like you were always trying to catch up, working twice as hard for half the recognition. Or maybe you knew those kids who were constantly corrected, misunderstood, … Read more
A thoughtful conversation with therapist, Susan Caso Supporting teens requires a different kind of parenting — one rooted in trust, patience, and emotional attunement. In this conversation, I’m joined by Susan Caso, who shares her perspective on strengthening the parent-teen connection with care and intention. Cindy: Hi Susan, I really appreciated the compassionate tone and … Read more
Insights from an experienced ADHD Parent Coach I’m delighted to share this thoughtful piece from Jodi Hogan, one of our highly skilled ADHD Parent Coaches and the lead facilitator of my ADHD Parent Coach Academy training program. Jodi has a gift for translating complex social-emotional challenges into clear, compassionate guidance for families. If you’re raising a child … Read more
Part 2 of the series “Understanding ADHD: Why Diagnosis Matters More Than You Think” This is Part 2 of my series on why an ADHD diagnosis matters. In Part 1, “Why an ADHD Diagnosis Isn’t a Label – It’s a Lens”, we explored how naming ADHD provides clarity and understanding rather than limiting children. Today, … Read more
Understanding ADHD: Why Diagnosis Matters More Than You Think (Part 1 of 2) This is Part 1 of a two-part series on the importance of accurate ADHD diagnosis. Today, we’ll explore why naming ADHD is not a label that limits a child, but a light that helps families understand behavior, reduce shame, and access meaningful … Read more
Reflections and insights from the new edition of 8 Keys to Parenting Kids & Teens with ADHD There’s a phrase I have carried with me for years – one that guides my work, my teaching, and now, more than ever, my role as a mother and grandmother: Parent the child you have. Not the child you … Read more
Parenting With ADHD in Mind: Essential Conversations Every Couple Should Have By Jodi Hogan, Facilitator, ADHD Parent Coach Academy© Before the diapers. Before the carpools. Before the homework battles, sensory overload moments, and meltdown-in-the-grocery-store parenting rites of passage… There were just the two of you. Most couples talk about having children someday. A few go … Read more
A Response from Cindy Goldrich & PTS Coaching The Wall Street Journal article (Nov. 19, 2025: Millions of Kids Are on ADHD Pills. For Many, It’s the Start of a Drug Cascade) raises serious and important concerns about the experiences of some children placed on complex psychiatric medication regimens. These stories deserve compassion and attention. … Read more
And Why the Children of the ’80s and ’90s Must Now Protect Those Rights for Their Own Children I’ve been attending the Annual International Conference on ADHD since 2008 (Co-sponsored by CHADD, ADDA, and ACO). Each year offers something meaningful, but this year in Kansas City felt…different. Urgent, inspiring, sobering, and in many ways deeply … Read more
One of the most frequent concerns I hear from parents is this: “How do I get my kids to open up?” The truth is, connection doesn’t begin with big, serious talks – it starts with the small moments. The casual chats at bedtime. The giggles in the car. The thoughtful questions around the dinner table that … Read more
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Ari Tuckman for many years, and I’m always grateful for the clarity, practicality, and empathy he brings to conversations about ADHD. A renowned psychologist, author, and international speaker, Ari is someone I turn to often- for his insights, his research-backed wisdom, and his ability to make even the … Read more
As you have probably heard, over the holiday weekend the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) – the federal agency responsible for implementing and overseeing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) – was effectively wiped out. Fewer than a handful of people remain to distribute and oversee more than $15 billion in IDEA funds and nearly 500 … Read more
TIPS, TOOLS, and STRATEGIES for PARENTS, STUDENTS, and PROFESSIONALSSubscribe to my Newsletter and receive a Free Introduction to my book, 8 KEYS TO PARENTING CHILDREN WITH ADHD
