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Children, Adults, and Families
Specializing in working with Neurodiverse Individuals
Phone: (415) 812-4615 or (216) 369-9374
Email: docschleg@gmail.com
Mail: 20220 Center Ridge Rd., Ste. 155 Rocky River, OH 44116
Ohio License P.07925 | California License PSY 22003 | APIT (teletherapy) #9173
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docschleg
Feb 113 min read
Wishlist for Neurotypical People
Recently I have been interested in the idea of teaching neurotypical people to be better at communicating with my neurodiverse clients. ...
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docschleg
Jan 182 min read
I'll be your friend if you stop picking your nose
It has been my experience that there is less bullying being reported to me by the kids I work with. It would not surprise me that this...
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docschleg
Dec 5, 20243 min read
Good Parent, Bad Parent
A common trend among families with a young adult on the spectrum is the situation where one parent becomes the "good" parent and the...
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docschleg
Oct 31, 20243 min read
Categorization of Motivization
Sunday morning is when I go for my run. I love running but if I go too often my body rebels, so I'm limited to about once a week. This...
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docschleg
Oct 9, 20243 min read
Less Morality, More Reality
A parent's ability to form the character of their child decreases dramatically at age 18. Prior to this, I think the relationship...
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docschleg
Aug 27, 20244 min read
Anxious About November
There are many ways to think about anxiety, but as a behaviorist I often focus on anxiety patterns. Some people worry in the mornings...
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docschleg
Aug 21, 20243 min read
Recovery Loops
The time to apply for work is when you have a job. I have seen this axiom proven many times over with people who are looking for new jobs....
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docschleg
Jul 16, 20242 min read
Failure
In October 2019 Scientific American writer David Noonan wrote that research suggests failure is essential for success. Search Failure...
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docschleg
Jun 18, 20244 min read
Productivity Hours
There is a growing need for professionals who can effectively work with young adults on the spectrum and with related neurocognitive...
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docschleg
May 15, 20242 min read
Passive Social Interaction: The Magic of Being Around People
Isolation can cause low mood, and passive social interactions can help.
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docschleg
Mar 23, 20243 min read
Idle and Isolated
Recently people have been telling me they feel anxious and depressed, and they often report they feel they just need a break. I think...
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docschleg
Mar 19, 20242 min read
We Really Love Your Child
A recent interaction reminded me of a talk with my child's preschool teachers many years ago. My child was having some classroom...
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docschleg
Jan 31, 20242 min read
Summary on Decluttering
January 31 marks the eve of the first official day we can forget about our New Year's resolutions. I had numerous talks this year about...
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docschleg
Jan 13, 20242 min read
Non-medical Support for Families of Children with Special Needs
Psychologists, like me, are considered medical supports for families of children with special needs. Parents in such families are...
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docschleg
Dec 6, 20233 min read
Self-Direction
Now is the time to stop telling your kids what to do and instead help them figure it out.
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docschleg
Nov 18, 20233 min read
EF Skills and Depression
Planning and organizing skills can be helpful when treating depression.
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docschleg
Oct 11, 20233 min read
How We Need People
Parents often tell me one of their goals for therapy for their child is making friends. Having friends is sometimes the ultimate end of...
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docschleg
Sep 19, 20232 min read
Parents Eat Last
I have known a couple of professional nannies in my time. One nanny told me a story of a family with many children and the dinnertime...
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docschleg
Aug 15, 20233 min read
Exposure Limits
A Behaviorist's approach to preparing children for a dangerous future.
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docschleg
Jul 13, 20235 min read
Expensive Torture
A recent family trip had me thinking about travel stories told me by the families I work with. Summer months bring lots of questions to...
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