I’m Jana Parker, a licensed educational psychologist, bringing you interviews with helping professionals in the Bay Area and beyond, so that when you need help, you know where to go. My goal is to connect parents and their kids to the community resources they need to thrive.
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Young Scholars Academy Founder Sam Young, M.Ed., shares his inspiring journey in strength-based education for neurodivergent kids, flipping traditional education to celebrate each student's unique strengths and talents.
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From Classroom Teacher to Literacy Entrepreneur | Turning Passion into Impact with Mohini Pollock
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Empowering Neurodiverse Kids | Discussing Brain-Aligned Strategies with Heather Erba
In this episode of the Mind by Design Podcast, host Jana Parker chats with Heather Erba, co-founder of ConnectEd Developmental Therapies, for a warm and insightful conversation about helping kids thrive—emotionally, socially, and academically. ConnectEd, based in San Jose, has been supporting families for over nine years with their brain-aligned approach to child development. Heather explains how they work closely with kids and families, offering personalized one-on-one support, small group programs like their popular Playdate Program, and parent coaching to make sure each child gets exactly what they need.
Heather also shares exciting details about ConnectEd’s school initiative, ConnectEd Classrooms. Through partnerships with teachers, they’re helping shift the focus from traditional behavioral methods to a brain-based understanding of how kids learn and engage. By bringing together knowledge from neurobiology, social psychology, and education, ConnectEd is making classrooms more inclusive and supportive for every student.
Heather is passionate about the neurodiversity movement, which encourages us to see different ways of thinking as strengths rather than weaknesses. She talks about how ConnectEd helps kids manage everyday challenges like frustration and transitions, building their confidence and helping them feel safe and connected in their world.
If you're a parent, educator, or just someone who cares about kids, this episode is packed with valuable insights and real-world tips on how to support children in becoming their best, most confident selves. Heather's warmth and expertise make this an episode you won't want to miss!
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