Finding the Right Therapist for Neurodivergent Kids: Why It Matters

The Jess Ngaheu Show

If you’re a parent of a neurodivergent child, you know how tough the therapy journey can be. The exhaustion, the heartache, and the moments where you wonder if you’re doing enough—it can feel overwhelming. But you’re not alone in this. In this episode, Jess Ngaheu shares her own heartfelt experience as a mother, talking about the ups and downs of therapy with her son, Hawaiki. Jess speaks directly to parents who have felt the pain of watching their child struggle, yet continue to fight for their progress. She truly understands what it’s like to feel worn out, but she reminds us how persistence, choosing the right therapist, and sticking with therapy can make all the difference.

This episode is a warm reminder that you’re doing an amazing job, and your child’s journey is worth every challenging step.

Key Takeaways:

1. Consistency is Crucial: Jess highlights that continuing with therapy, even when it feels slow, is essential. Regular sessions help your child feel safe, understood, and supported.
2. Trust Your Instincts as a Parent: You are your child’s strongest advocate. Jess encourages parents to trust their gut when finding a therapist who genuinely cares about their child’s well-being.
3. Celebrate Every Small Victory: Every small achievement in therapy is important. Jess reminds us to celebrate those moments, no matter how small, as they are key to long-term progress.
4. Therapy’s Long-Term Impact: Consistent therapy improves communication, social skills, and a child’s overall quality of life, helping them become more independent.
5. Self-Care is Essential: Jess stresses that looking after yourself is just as important as looking after your child. When you care for yourself, you have more energy and patience for your child’s therapy journey.

Quotes from Transcript (Verbatim):

• So for you parents I hear you, I feel you, I am you too it is so damn hard."
• But we just have to keep going and consistency is just crucial because you know it creates a predictable environment for the child."
• You will know You're your child's parent and you have their best interests at heart. No one loves them more than you, so always choose the right therapist as well."
• "So keep going, parents, keep going and never give up. Even when those times are so tough and the times that you just want to pick them up and run away and the times that you don't want to go."

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