Parenting with ADHD (or raising an ADHD or autistic child) is never simple, especially when you’re juggling your own brain, your family, and your professional role. In this episode of Unapologetically Mom, I’m joined by Maria Slavin, founder of INSYNC and Social in the greater Philadelphia area. She’s an occupational therapist, parent coach, and fellow mom navigating the same world I do.

Together, we dive into:
🧩 What it’s like parenting while managing our own ADHD brains
💼 How professionals balance expertise with real-life struggles
💬 The raw, unfiltered side of being both a mom and a pro in the neurodivergent parenting space

This isn’t a polished how-to—it’s a Philly-style, mom-to-mom conversation full of honesty, laughter, and relatable tangents. If you’re in the Philadelphia area looking for ADHD parenting support, autism resources, or just a place to feel seen, this episode is for you.

👉 Tune in for authentic stories, local connection, and permission to parent your way with support from moms who truly understand.

Parenting an ADHD or autistic child, teen, or young adult doesn’t come with a manual—and trying to follow everyone else’s advice often makes things harder. In this raw and real episode of Unapologetically Mom, I share the three truths I wish someone had told me years ago.

You’ll hear:
💥 Why your child isn’t “behind”—they’re on their own timeline.
🧭 What happens when you stop chasing advice and start trusting your gut.
💊 Why medication alone isn’t the fix (and what else makes the difference).

With over 20 years of experience supporting families—and my own lived journey as a mom and grandmother raising a neurodivergent teen—I’m here to tell you that you’re not failing, you’re learning.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between meltdowns, school pressure, or second-guessing your parenting, this episode will help you breathe again, reconnect with your intuition, and see your child through a whole new lens.

👉 Ready to move from survival mode into steady, supported parenting? Join me inside The Empowered Mom Method™.

Free clarity call to find out if I am the right fit for you!

https://calendly.com/taratrievel/chat-with-tara

Website:

www.2besocial.org

If your teen just started ADHD or autism meds—but you’re still stuck in power struggles, shutdowns, or burnout—this episode is for you.

As a certified autism specialist and parent mentor, I’m breaking down what meds can’t do—and what your teen really needs from you to thrive:
✨ Why your neurodivergent child is not “behind”
✨ What happens when you finally trust your gut
✨ Why medication is support—but not the whole solution

This isn’t about being anti-medication—it’s about going deeper.
Because pills don’t teach emotional safety, communication, or confidence.

Let’s talk about what most professionals miss—and how to parent with calm, clarity, and connection.

🎙 Hosted by Tara Trievel, creator of Path to Empowered Parenting
⁠https://parenting-neurodivergent-teens.my.canva.site/2besocial⁠

📌 For moms of high-masking autistic, ADHD, or emotionally intense teens
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