TPP 489: Cindy Goldrich on Helping Kids with ADHD Thrive—Without Losing Yourself
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children
Enabling versus supporting
Cindy defines enabling and supporting, advising parents to teach skills rather than solve problems without a plan.
This episode digs into the evolving understanding of ADHD and what it really means to parent with collaboration, connection, and support at the center. My guest is Cindy Goldrich, an internationally recognized expert in ADHD and executive function support and the author of 8 Keys to Parenting Kids & Teens with ADHD, a compassionate, research-informed guide that she’s just updated for today’s families. In our conversation, Cindy and I talk about why traditional approaches to ADHD often fall short and how parents can shift from managing behavior to building skills and connection. We also explore the challenges so many families face, what kids with ADHD are actually communicating, and practical, supportive strategies parents can start using right away.
About Cindy Goldrich
Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., ADHD-CCSP, is a mental health counselor, certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, and internationally recognized expert in ADHD and Executive Function support. She is the founder of PTS Coaching, a leading organization dedicated to training and supporting parents, educators, and allied professionals.Cindy is the author of 8 Keys to Parenting Kids & Teens with ADHD: Supporting Your Child’s Executive Function, a compassionate and practical guide grounded in the latest research. She is also the co-author of ADHD, Executive Function & Behavioral Challenges in the Classroom, a widely used professional resource for educators.
Through her signature programs—the Calm & Connected: Parenting Kids & Teens with ADHD/Executive Function Challenges® parent workshop series, the ADHD Parent Coach Academy, and the ADHD Teacher Training Academy —Cindy has supported and trained thousands of parents and professionals worldwide. She also provides direct coaching to parents, students, and adults navigating ADHD and Executive Function challenges with empathy and actionable strategies. Known for her warm, engaging presence and practical wisdom, Cindy continues to advocate for a more compassionate, informed approach to supporting those who think and learn differently.
Things you'll learn from this episode
- How reduced stigma and a deeper understanding of neurodiversity are reshaping the ADHD conversation for families and schools
- Why parenting the child you have means recognizing their unique needs, strengths, and developmental pace
- How collaborating with kids can reduce power struggles and build self-awareness and confidence
- Why enabling and supporting are fundamentally different—and how teaching skills fosters true independence
- How prioritizing connection over correction leads to healthier, more resilient parent–child relationships
- Why focusing on potential and creating low-stress zones can positively transform family dynamics
Resources mentioned
- 8 Keys to Parenting Kids & Teens with ADHD: Supporting Your Child's Executive Function by Cindy Goldrich
- ADHD, Executive Function & Behavioral Challenges in the Classroom by Cindy Goldrich
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