Parents and Families
Empowering Parents & Families
Children are not being difficult; they are having a difficult time.
My unique approach to working with families of neurodivergent children—those with unique abilities and challenges—draws on years of experience as a Special Education Teacher and Mentor, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist, Educational Therapist, and ADHD Coach.
My work is based on the premise that parents are the most significant agents of change in a child’s life. My experience, backed by current research, demonstrates that parent coaching that fosters active involvement and positive parenting is essential for reducing emotional and behavioral challenges in neurodivergent children and adolescents.
Through our partnership, we will identify the barriers preventing your child from functioning optimally and feeling safe and connected. We will focus on strengthening your ability to self-regulate during your child's moments of crisis. Together, we will develop tailored strategies that empower the entire family to grow and thrive.
Parent & Family Coaching: Building a supportive bridge between your child’s unique brain and daily life.
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Understanding the Wiring: We look past the symptoms to find neurological and psychological explanations for behaviors, transforming frustration into empathy.
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Managing Daily Stressors: Developing practical systems for high-tension moments like morning and bedtime routines, meltdowns, homework time, and household chores.
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Strengthening Connection: Using a relationship-based approach to improve sibling dynamics and an enjoyable family time.
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Harnessing Strengths: Identifying each family member’s innate talents and interests to address challenges in an empowering way.
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Empathy and Appreciation: My journey as a parent of neurodivergent children has taught me to embrace and honor each family, meeting them where they are.
"Nirit is amazing, and we benefited greatly from her work. We continue to use her services for our 8-year-old daughter. She was instrumental in the IEP process and is an overall phenomenal human being."
JS - Parent of an 8-year-old
Advocacy & Case Management:
Ensuring your child receives the support they deserve within the educational and healthcare systems.
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Educational Support: Expert guidance for SST meetings, IEPs, and 504 plans to secure appropriate school support and accommodations.
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Case Management: A comprehensive needs assessment followed by ongoing planning and monitoring of services to ensure consistent, high-quality, holistic care.
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Placements & Transitions: Professional assistance during school searches and transitions between different educational environments.
Relocation Support:
Specialized assistance for families with neurodivergent children transitioning between Israel and the U.S.
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Transition Planning: Support through every phase of the move—before, during, and after—to minimize stress and ensure a successful adjustment.
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Record Review: Thorough intake and review of previous diagnostic records, treatment summaries, and school documents (Individualized Education Programs/504 plans), and preparation of a document file in English. The same service from English to Hebrew will be provided to those returning to Israel
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Global Coordination: Facilitating communication with current and former service providers and school teams across borders. Referral for updated professional assessments, support with school search, and eligibility process for services.
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Diagnosis and Evaluation: Collaboration with Gabi Johnson, an expert educational psychologist, to build a complete support package for families in relocation or returning to Israel. The package includes diagnosis and evaluation, addresses academic and emotional needs, and accompanies the family throughout the entire process.
"We used Nirit's services during our relocation from Israel to the Bay Area to help our children adjust to the new education system. Our daughter has special needs, and we needed help finding a school with specialized services tailored to her learning needs. We started consultations before we relocated. Nirit reviewed all records, helped us prepare the paperwork, and explained the US Special Education system and the IEP process. We felt focused and well-prepared for the transition. After arriving, Nirit observed our daughter in the classroom, prepared us for our first IEP meeting, and participated in it. She collaborated professionally with our school team to help them understand our daughter's unique needs. As a result, our daughter feels more comfortable in school and has made good progress. We highly recommend Nirit's excellent service—it made a real difference for our family.
Parent of 10-year-old
Attention & Executive Functions Screening
As a certified educational therapist and assessor, I offer a targeted screening of your or your child's attention and executive functions profile.
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Please note: This process provides a focused functional profile; it does not replace a full medical or neuropsychological evaluation!
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To construct this functional blueprint, in addition to a thorough intake interview, I combine objective data of computerized assessment with world-class, standardized clinical rating scales (all testing and questionnaires can be administered remotely):
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The MOXO Test: An objective, scientifically validated, computerized continuous performance test (CPT) that directly measures core attention metrics—including attention, timing, hyperactivity, and impulsivity—under the influence of embedded environmental distractors that simulate the real world.
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Attention & Behavioral Measures (CONNERS & BROWN SCALES): Advanced, evidence-based rating scales designed to map out attention, focus, regulation, and behavioral patterns, showing how symptoms manifest across different environments (home, school, or the workplace).
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Executive Functions Assessment (BRIEF): The gold standard clinical tool for evaluating how an individual manages and regulates their day-to-day life, tracking key areas such as organization, time management, working memory, and emotional-behavioral self-regulation.
This comprehensive screening approach serves three distinct purposes:
1. Initial Screening & Directing Next Steps
For children, adolescents, or adults facing daily challenges who have never had a formal evaluation, this process serves as an efficient first line of defense. The insights gained help clarify whether the source of the difficulty may be attention-related (and/or other challenges), allowing us to make an informed decision on whether a referral for a full psychiatric or comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation is necessary.
2. Customized Baseline for Coaching & Parent Consultation
To ensure that our work together is individually tailored, we sometimes need a roadmap. This screening is a completely optional tool, brought in only if a clear need arises during our initial intake session. The resulting profile highlights your or your child's unique functional strengths and gaps (such as attention, time management, organization, and regulation), enabling us to co-create targeted behavioral strategies from day one and monitor ongoing progress.
3. Complementing Medical Diagnosis & Monitoring Treatment Effectiveness
The MOXO test serves as an official decision-support tool widely recognized by diagnostic physicians (neurologists or psychiatrists), both during the initial diagnostic stage and for objectively tracking medication effectiveness. As a certified provider authorized by Neurotech, I administer the test and generate the clinical reports required by your physician.
* If you are seeking medical monitoring, please obtain a referral from your treating physician for this test to support potential reimbursement by your insurance.