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Sep 08

Parenting Through the Neurodevelopmental Lens

Parenting kids with FASD, ADHD, Autism, or trauma-related challenges can make typical strategies like time-outs or sticker charts ineffective. This training offers a brain-based, compassionate approach to understanding big behaviors. Led by a clinician and a caregiver of a child with FASD, the session provides insight into the “why” behind behaviors and shares practical tools to build a more supportive, connected home.
2 CE's available through Florida CEBroker for LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, and CMSW.

Virtual location

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Monday, September 8, 2025
01:00pm - 03:00pm ET

Free

Parenting a child with a neurodevelopmental condition such as FASD, ADHD, Autism, or trauma-related challenges often means that traditional behavior strategies like time-outs or sticker charts simply don’t work. This training offers a compassionate, brain-based approach that helps caregivers move from frustration to understanding. Presented by both a seasoned clinician and a caregiver raising a child with FASD, this session explores the why behind big behaviors and introduces practical ways to create a more supportive home environment.


The Florida Center for Early Childhood operates FASD Diagnostic Clinics in Sarasota, Orlando, and the panhandle!


TAKEAWAYS:

  • Understand how prenatal exposure, trauma, and neurodevelopmental conditions affect brain function and behavior.
  • Learn why traditional discipline methods may not work — and what to try instead.
  • Gain tools and insights for building connection, reducing stress, and supporting your child through a brain-based, compassionate lens.


Continuing Education:

2 CEs approved by the Florida Board of CSW, MFT, and MHC for LCSW, LMFT, LMHC and Certified Master Social Workers through CEBrokers.


PRESENTERS:

Kristal Pollack, LCSW

Manager of FASD Services - Orlando


Kristal Pollack, LCSW has been dedicated to working with children, adolescents, and families for over 20 years. She earned her bachelor's degree in social work from Florida State University and her master's degree in social work from Florida International University. She became a licensed clinical social worker in 2010. Currently, Kristal serves as the FASD Clinic Manager in Orlando and runs her own private practice, which specialises in a comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) program for children, adolescents, and adults. She is trained in all three of these evidence-based treatments, as well as in adoption competency and as a Families Moving Forward Specialist.

Pam Carver

FASD Coordinator, Sarasota FASD Clinic


Pam’s background is in business management, but she was woefully unprepared her FASD journey. Her adopted son Alex was diagnosed with FAS at age 3. Now he’s 20 years old. Pam has spent countless hours learning about FASD and helping Alex live his best life. Pam is the Intake Coordinator for our FASD Clinic’s Sarasota Office. When not helping families and advocating for Alex, Pam enjoys gardening and drinking coffee.