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12 - Diane Gould and Pathological Demand Avoidance
Description
Here's what to expect on the podcast:
- What is PDA?
- Common sign to watch for in children with PDA.
- How do the behavioral patterns in children with PDA differ from those with Oppositional Defiant Disorder or ODD?
- Some practical strategies parents can implement to support children with PDA.
- And much more!
About Diane:
In the 4th grade, Diane read a book about Jane Addams and decided to become a social worker. During her 20s, she attended the Jane Addams School of Social Work to pursue her master’s degree after obtaining an undergraduate in behavioral psychology. In addition to helping others, human behavior was always interesting to her. Since graduating college, she has focused her career on serving vulnerable children, adults, and struggling families. Over the last 40-plus years, she has worked in schools and social service agencies before starting a full-time private practice 14 years ago.
She has focused on working with autistic and other neurodivergent individuals for most of her career. As her understanding of autism has changed, I have tried to stay current. This practice and my interest in trauma led me to specialize in the complex Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile.
She is the founder and director of PDA North America.
Connect with Diane Gould!
Website: https://dianegouldtherapy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pdanorthamerica/ | https://www.instagram.com/dianegouldtherapy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pdanorthamerica
Connect with Samantha Foote!
Website: www.boisemusictherapycompany.com
Email: samantha@boisemusictherapycompany.com
Consultation: https://letsmeet.io/boisemusictherapycompany/30-minute-phone-consultation
Connect with Samantha Foote!
Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/