Creating from the chaos—art, stories, and soul.
A neurodivergent-affirming space for creative caregivers, 2e families, and late-diagnosed parents.
“Little Dragon Learns to Wait” is the first in an 8-book children’s picture book series focused on social-emotional learning and gentle parenting.
These stories were written by a late-diagnosed neurodivergent mom of two 2e kids — who also happens to be a special education teacher.
The heart of this community is rooted in fierce advocacy and gentle care — the balance every Mama Dragon must hold.
Here at Creativity Heals, that Mama Dragon spirit lives on.
It shows up in our parenting scripts, our printable tools, our monthly calls, and our belief that we all deserve a safe space to feel, create, and connect.
Struggling with explosive outbursts from your child or grandchild? Discover how to support emotional regulation, develop co-regulation skills, and foster safety for children who struggle with intense emotions—learn practical strategies and access free visual tools inside.
Summer isn’t always carefree. For families like mine, it means rethinking routines, avoiding overload, and honoring what our neurodivergent kids truly need. This isn’t about missing out—it’s about showing up differently.
What if being a good parent means being a good student? In this post, I share how embracing lifelong learning helps me grow as a mom, artist, and educator.
What if regulation isn’t a solo skill? This post explores why co-regulation matters, how the nervous system works, and what actually helps when kids can’t calm alone.
What does it mean to heal through creativity? In this post, I share part of my creative healing journey—where art became survival, strength, and purpose.
When kids are dysregulated, words often disappear. This post explores why visual schedules work—and how they help neurodivergent children feel safe and supported.
What if we stopped trying to fix kids and started listening to them? This post explores what neurodivergent kids really need—and why connection comes first.
Autism isn’t a tragedy—it’s a different way of experiencing the world. In this post, Katherine Powers challenges common myths about autistic children, from outdated stereotypes to assumptions about empathy and intelligence. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or ally, this is an invitation to see autistic kids through a more accurate, affirming lens.