Kathleen Young
Coach for parents of neurodivergent children, child psychiatrist
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $135 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Parents of neurodivergent kidsBehavior challengesFamily communicationParenting teensParents of kids with ADHDAutism and neurodivergenceLife transitions |
| Works with | Parents |
| Also coaches | ADHD coach and Life coach |
| Credentials | Psychiatrist (MD); Certified life coach |
| Practice | Kathleen Young MD Coaching |
Kathleen Young is a child psychiatrist and certified life coach who coaches parents of neurodivergent children. She helps families who have tried many strategies and still feel stuck. She teaches parents to read their child's behavior through a neurodivergent lens. She is also the parent of a neurodivergent child. She offers a free video series, consultation calls, and a parent group. She also hosts a podcast on parenting and relationships.
What Kathleen helps with
Kathleen helps parents whose children shut down, resist help, or struggle with emotions. She works on understanding behavior, finding balance between pushing and backing off, and building independence.
- Understanding what drives resistance, avoidance, and emotional dysregulation
- Finding balance between helping too much and too little
- Fewer meltdowns, shutdowns, and power struggles
- Building a child's independence at their own pace
- Feeling calmer and less reactive when a child struggles
- Supporting a neurodivergent teen through future transitions
- Feeling less alone and less judged as a parent
Who Kathleen works with
Kathleen works with parents of neurodivergent children. Many of her families have read the books, tried consequences, praise, and incentives, and still feel stuck. Some have children who shut down or resist help. Some parents worry their child will not become independent. She also works with parents of neurodivergent teens.
How Kathleen works
Kathleen uses a framework built on neurodivergent needs, not neurotypical expectations. Parents learn what sits underneath their child's behavior. They then learn how to respond in a way that fits. A first call covers what is going on and what needs to change. Then she and the parent build practical steps toward more calm, connection, and confidence at home. She also runs a group where parents share struggles with each other.
Background and qualifications
Kathleen Young is a psychiatrist, and she describes herself as a child psychiatrist. She is also a certified life coach. She is a parent of a neurodivergent child, so she knows the search for providers, evaluations with conflicting diagnoses, and frequent calls from school. She has worked with many families in this spot. She also hosts a podcast called How to Be a Human Being in the World, about parenting, relationships, and figuring out what matters.
Kathleen Young pricing
Programs and services
- Free video series
- Consultation call
- Parent group
- Podcast: How to Be a Human Being in the World
Kathleen Young reviews
The CoachVouch take
She is a child psychiatrist and certified life coach who is also the parent of a neurodivergent child.
Best for parents of neurodivergent children who have tried many strategies and still feel stuck.
Common questions
How much does Kathleen Young charge?
Coaching with Kathleen runs $90 to $135 an hour. Message Kathleen from this page for an exact quote.
What does Kathleen Young help with?
Kathleen Young helps with understanding what drives resistance, avoidance, and emotional dysregulation, finding balance between helping too much and too little, fewer meltdowns, shutdowns, and power struggles and building a child's independence at their own pace.
Is Kathleen Young certified?
Kathleen Young lists: Psychiatrist (MD); Certified life coach.
Does Kathleen Young work with parents of neurodivergent teens?
Yes. A parent in her group shared how she helped them understand what their neurodivergent teen needs and how to support future transitions.
Does Kathleen Young offer group support?
Yes. She runs a group where parents of neurodivergent children connect and share their struggles without shame.
How do I contact Kathleen Young?
Send Kathleen a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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