My Philosophy
I believe being neurodivergent doesn’t mean you have limitations, rather, you have a unique and valuable way of seeing the world and expressing yourself. I have dedicated my life’s work to helping people with all things ADHD (and beyond) to reduce anxiety, depression and other mental health issues, improve executive functioning skills, and embrace their neurodivergent brains.
With the compassion and practicality of my 5C’s of ADHD™ approach, I’m here to offer you the caring support and evidence-based strategies you need for a lasting change. This message shines through everything I do: writing, counseling, professional speaking, even my own parenting and relationships.
Clinical Psychologist
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 30 years’ experience with expertise in ADHD, anxiety, learning differences and mental health challenges and their impact on school and family dynamics. I specialize in an integrative approach to managing challenges related to neurodiversity in children, teens & adults. My private practice is in Northampton, MA.
A magna cum laude graduate of Brown University, I received my master’s degree in psychology from New College of California. My doctorate in psychology is from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant University.
Speaker & Educator
I offer lively, informative presentations, keynotes, training and workshops on a variety of topics related to ADHD, executive functioning, learning differences, anxiety, and parenting issues. I speak at conferences, schools and corporations throughout the US and internationally.
For more than 25 years, I have worked with adults, families, educators and clinicians to help them navigate the confusing maze of information and interventions related to living with neurodivergence. If you are looking for a dynamic, entertaining and professional speaker to support your community, please reach out today.
Author
My book “What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life” has now been translated in multiple languages.It has received of two highly-acclaimed awards: Best Book Awards winner from American Book Fest and the Gold Medal from Moms’ Choice Awards.
“The reason I wrote my book, What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew, is because I saw kids telling me one thing about living with ADHD and parents telling me something else. For instance, parents might feel as if kids aren’t applying themselves if their grades are lackluster or their impulse control is poor, while the kids feel as if they’re trying their hardest to reach those goals but they just can’t yet. I wanted to narrow the gap to improve communication.” – Dr. Sharon Saline in Fatherly Magazine August 2023.
Get your copy at Amazon or wherever you love to shop for books.
The companion card deck, The ADHD Solution Deck, offers strategies for reducing stress, building skills and fostering self-esteem in children, teens, and emerging adults with ADHD. The cards provide readers with a unique window into what young people with ADHD are thinking, common problems, and lasting solutions.
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Additionally, I am a contributing editor and member of the advisory panel for ADDitude Magazine. She is also the host of the magazine’s Facebook Live sessions, and a blogger for Psychology Today and more.
