Dr. Jade Starleaf: Twice Exceptional Kids: What Families Misunderstand about 2e
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In this conversation, Dr. Jade Starleaf, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in autism, OCD, ADHD, and anxiety, offers a refreshingly human perspective on what it means to truly understand a neurodivergent child. As both a clinician and a mother of a neurodivergent child, she brings a rare dual lens to the conversation — one that holds space for the worry and uncertainty parents feel while never losing sight of the extraordinary strengths their children carry. The discussion explores what the diagnostic process actually looks like, why a strength-based approach changes the trajectory for kids and families, and how greater understanding within the home can unlock connection, confidence, and growth.
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About our guest:
Dr. Jade Starleaf is a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience specializing in children, adolescents, and families navigating autism, OCD, ADHD, and anxiety-related disorders. She is trained in the ADOS, the gold standard for autism evaluation, and is known for her comprehensive diagnostic assessments and collaborative, strength-based approach to neurodivergent care. As a mother of a neurodivergent child herself, Dr. Starleaf brings both clinical expertise and personal understanding to every family she works with.
Find her at:
Website: https://starleafpsych.com/
Instagram: @starleafpsychservices
