Neurodivergence, ADHD, & A Micro-Schooling Journey

Notes:

[00:00:46] – Introducing Brandon and Brittany Browne

• Welcome Browne Family! We are so thankful for them taking time to join the podcast.
• Brandon and Brittany run a practice together, focusing on medical care, counseling, and soon-to-include ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.

[00:01:40] – Brandon’s Role in the Practice

• Brandon works with clients at their practice, which focuses on ADHD and autism.
• He collaborates with the medical team and discusses how their work has also taught them about their own family dynamics.

[00:02:40] – Brittany’s Role, Family Life, & Micro-Schooling

• Brittany explains that they started their practice nearly 10 years ago, combining her work as a licensed massage therapist with Brandon’s practice.
• They have four neurodivergent children who were struggling in traditional schooling systems, leading them to start micro-schooling their kids.

[00:03:20] – Dr. Mary Acknowledges Their Efforts

• Dr. Mary praises the Brownes for recognizing their children’s needs and creating a more supportive learning environment, emphasizing how their experience can inspire others to build a life that suits their family’s needs.

[00:03:30] – How the Practice Evolved Toward ADHD/Autism Care

• Their practice evolved naturally to focus on ADHD and autism due to word-of-mouth referrals from clients with similar conditions.
• While he didn’t initially plan to specialize in this area, it became a significant part of their work.

[00:04:40] – The Importance of Rapport in Therapy

• Brandon highlights how building rapport and making clients feel understood is key to the success of their practice.
• Creating a therapeutic space where clients feel safe and validated is a must.

[00:05:50] – Brittany’s Journey with Neurodivergence

• Brittany shares her personal journey of feeling different since childhood, masking her neurodivergence, and excelling academically.
• After years of masking, she received a diagnosis of autism, which helped her understand herself and her children better.
• She reflects on how removing the mask allowed her to connect more authentically with people.

[00:07:50] – The Emotional Impact of Diagnosis

• Describing the emotional challenges she faced after her diagnosis, including feelings of relief and frustration, Brittany shares her experience with a late diagnosis.
• She discusses how understanding her neurodivergence helped her better support her children, ensuring they don’t internalize the negative messages she faced.

[00:08:40] – The Micro-Schooling Decision

• Brandon and Brittany decided to micro-school their children when they didn’t fit into traditional school systems.
• They’ve created a tailored learning environment that better supports their children’s neurodivergence, and they also teach another family’s children.

[00:09:40] – In Conclusion

• Dr. Mary has high respect and praise for the Brownes and their dedication to both their family and their practice.
• Sharing these inspiring stories is why she does what she does. Thank you to the Brownes for sharing their inspiring story and encouraging listeners to create the life their family needs.