Parenting has its joys and struggles no matter what circumstances are. When the parent, child, or both are neurodivergent those joys and struggles include experiences that are specific to the neurodivergent experience. Watch the video with our panel of experts with lived experiences to explore what it means to unlearn parenting and neurodivergence.
About Unlearning Parenting & Neurodivergence
Jaya is a psychotherapist in private practice, seasoned anti-racism facilitator, and co-author of “Parenting at the Intersections: Raising Neurodivergent Children of Color”Toren Wolf, 16, and Serenity, 48, originally hail from the coastal town of Santa Cruz, CA, but now reside in the mountains near Lake Tahoe. Toren loves cats, plushies, video games, mythology, science, tail coats, top hats, and being kind to people. Serenity loves playing guitar, singing, writing, sculpting, cats and her Kids/Granddaughter.
Toren was diagnosed with autism at a young age, and last year, a reassessment revealed the coexistence of ADHD. Serenity received her diagnosis of autism and ADHD around the same time last year after 48 years of being undiagnosed.
Jaya Ramesh, MA LMHC (she/her)
Panelist
Destiny is a neurodivergent military spouse, doctoral candidate, and mother of two neurodivergent boys. Consultant, Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapist (TF-CBT) and Neuroaffirming Special Education Parent Advocate and IEP Coach who provides trainings on Autism, ADHD, and neuroaffirming practices
Destiny Huff, MS, LPC, CPCS
Panelist
Taejas is a16 year old nonbinary child of Jaya Ramesh. They are neurodivergent, diagnosed with ADHD at age 8. They attend school and work a part-time job. They are a musician, they create digital art, write short stories, and enjoy hiking.
Taejas Subramanian (they/them)
Panelist
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Toren Wolf is an autistic teenager who is known for his social media presence on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Joined by his Mom Serenity, (known fondly as 'Mama Wolf' on Social Media) Toren posts videos sharing insights into their shared experiences with autism and ADHD, as well as reminders of love and self care to their audience. He also shares poems and songs he has written with his Mom, and recently published a children's book about accepting differences called, 'Peggy the Square Peg'.
Toren Wolf, 16, and Serenity, 48, originally hail from the coastal town of Santa Cruz, CA, but now reside in the mountains near Lake Tahoe. Toren loves cats, plushies, video games, mythology, science, tail coats, top hats, and being kind to people. Serenity loves playing guitar, singing, writing, sculpting, cats and her Kids/Granddaughter.
Toren was diagnosed with autism at a young age, and last year, a reassessment revealed the coexistence of ADHD. Serenity received her diagnosis of autism and ADHD around the same time last year after 48 years of being undiagnosed.
Toren Wolf (he/him)
Panelist
For Serenity, Toren's Mom, learning about her neurodivergence has been a revelation. It has provided her with valuable insights into herself, allowing her to understand and accept herself with newfound compassion and forgiveness.
For Toren, understanding the way his brain works has bolstered his self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being in profound ways.
Driven by their shared experiences and the desire to connect with others like them, Toren and his Mom ventured into social media. They recognized the importance of amplifying the voices of neurodivergent individuals and contributing to the ongoing conversation surrounding autism and ADHD. Through their online presence, they aim to foster understanding, acceptance, and community, empowering individuals to embrace their neurodiversity proudly.
Together, Toren and his Mom hope to inspire others to embrace their unique selves and celebrate the beauty of neurodiversity.
Serenity Wolf (she, her)
Panelist
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