Neurodevelopment Episodes

Dr. Adam Rinde sits down with Russell Van Brocklen — aseverely dyslexic researcher whose writing program was funded by the New York State Senate — to unpack why dyslexia is a strength waiting to be activated,not a deficit to be accommodated. Russell explains the brain science behind dyslexia, then demonstrates his method live: find the child’s “specialty,” ask specific-to-general questions, and use word analysis followed by articulation to force the brain to organize itself through writing. The results he reports are startling — middle schoolers writing at graduate level, a homeschoolergaining 20 points in under six months, and an 11-year-old jumping eight grade levels. Practical, replicable, and hopeful for any parent or teacher of astruggling reader. Show Notes

Is picky eating really “just a phase”? Feeding specialist and mom Lena Livinsky says no — and this conversation may completely change the way you see mealtime struggles. In this episode, Lena explains why picky eating is often a biological and nervous system response rather than a simple behavior problem. Drawing from both her clinical expertise and her personal journey with her son, she shares how underlying sensory, mechanical, gut health, and environmental factors can shape a child’s relationship with food. We dive into the hidden causes behind food aversions, how to recognize red flags, and practical ways parents can create calmer, more connected mealtimes.

What if the thing your doctor is calling a disorder is actually a brain that's working fine — just in the wrong environment? Dr. Steve Rondeau has analyzed more than 50,000 brain scans, and his work is starting to change how a lot of clinicians, including me, think about psychiatric diagnosis. If you've spent years collecting diagnoses, swapping medications, and wondering whether the next label will finally be the right one — this conversation is for you.

In episode 105 of The One Thing Podcast, Dr. Adam Rinde interviews @SandraPaulsenPhD Dr. Sandra Paulsen, a psychologist and author, about her expertise in psychotherapy with a specific focus on autism and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Dr. Paulsen discusses her own journey with autism, her therapeutic approach for treating trauma in autistic patients, and the benefits and challenges of autism. She emphasizes the importance of gentle and tailored interventions due to the sensitivity of autistic nervous systems. Dr. Paulsen also highlights her newest book, 'The Beauty and Burden of Autism,' which employs her original cartoons to illustrate various psychological constructs. Furthermore, she delves into the controversies surrounding autism in the mental health field, social dynamics, and systematic thinking in autistic individuals. The episode provides valuable insights into how EMDR can be adapted for autistic patients and the psychoeducation necessary for better…

If you are alive, it is safe to say you know someone diagnosed with a mental health disorder. You also likely know how important it is to receive an accurate diagnosis and limit the stigma attached to a mental health diagnosis. In this episode Dr. Teray Garchitorena Kunishi an experienced expert in mental health and a Naturopathic Physician in San Francisco speaks about mental health and the concept of neurodiversity ; where mental health issues are seen as a variant of what is considered as a n...