by Jenny Cates, PCC | Feb 4, 2026 | adhd, family, parenting, youth
Understanding ADHD, Anxiety, and Autism Through a Nervous System Lens Introduction: Moving Beyond Behaviour Correction Many parents, caregivers, and coaches were taught to view behaviour as something to manage, correct, or fix. Yet when we begin looking through a...
by Jenny Cates, PCC | Jan 11, 2026 | adhd, parenting, youth
January can feel like one long uphill stretch for many families. For neurodivergent children — especially those with autism, ADHD, or sensory processing differences — this month brings overlapping challenges that strain emotional regulation, focus, and overall...
by Jenny Cates, PCC | Jan 1, 2026 | adhd, family, parenting, youth
For many families, ADHD doesn’t announce itself loudly — especially when it shows up in girls. For years, I struggled to even get my eldest looked at. She was quiet. She didn’t distract the class. She earned good grades. Teachers often said she had “so much more...
by Jenny Cates, PCC | Nov 13, 2025 | adhd, schools, youth
In our youth sessions at Journey Haven, I’ve had some rich, heart-opening conversations with boys who carry the label of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and yet consistently show how movement isn’t the problem—it’s part of the solution....
by Jenny Cates, PCC | Oct 19, 2025 | adhd, family, mindfulness, parenting, youth
Children with ADHD often experience the world more intensely — their emotions can rise quickly, their frustrations can feel overwhelming, and setbacks can seem much harder to overcome. While this heightened sensitivity is part of their neurodivergent brilliance, it...
by Jenny Cates, PCC | May 6, 2025 | adhd, mindfulness, youth
For kids with ADHD, the world can often feel overwhelming, fast-paced, and full of “shoulds.” Sit still. Pay attention. Don’t fidget. Yet the truth is, many of these children don’t need to be fixed—they need to be understood. One of the most effective,...
