Embracing Neurodiversity: Your Path to Affirming Assessment and Therapy by Thảo-Châu Trịnh, Psy.D. and Amara Brook, Ph.D. The Neurodivergent Umbrella Everyone has differences in how their brain processes their environment. Those differences can lead to unique ways of thinking, feeling, and acting. We call this “Neurodiversity.” An individual who experiences differences in thinking and brain […]
What is Neuropsychological and Psychoeducational Testing (And How It Can Help You) Written for Teens and Young Adultsby Thảo-Châu Trịnh, Psy.D. Did you know that there are different types of tests that help us learn about ourselves and how we think, learn, and feel? These tests, or assessments, have special names and purposes that can […]
5 Resources for Neurodivergent Kids in the East Bay (Berkeley) -by The Mind Matters Team Berkeley, Oakland, and the surrounding towns in the East Bay are famous for their progressive and activist culture. Their inclusive atmosphere and environmental consciousness are recognized. Even so, it remains difficult for neurodivergent individuals to flourish here. Parents often struggle […]
What to Expect at an IEP Meeting… -by Kathy Bello Shepherd, M.A. and Rebecca MurrayMetzger, Psy.D As a parent, your first (or 10th) IEP meeting can be a daunting experience. Walking into a room full of “experts” can feel overwhelming. To help you feel more confident, our Psychologists offer these tips for parents of public […]
5 Resources for Neurodivergent Kids in Silicon Valley -by The Mind Matters Team Silicon Valley is renowned for its technological innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, but despite being the nerd capital of the world (and we wield “nerd” with pride here), it’s still harder for autistic and other Neurodivergent** folks here than it should be. Parents […]