Understanding and Supporting Children with PDA: A Family Guide

Parenting a child with a PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profile can feel confusing, isolating, and overwhelming.

You may be asking: Why is everything a battle? Why does my child react so strongly to everyday things? How do I help them feel safe without walking on eggshells?

This self-paced online course has been created with you in mind. Grounded in developmental, relational, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches, the course will guide you to better understand your child’s unique profile, build safety and trust in your relationship, and feel more confident responding to everyday challenges.

You’ll gain practical tools, insights, and scripts you can begin using straight away, at your pace, in your own time. You’ll also be gently guided to reflect on your own experiences, because we know that supporting your child begins with feeling supported yourself.

This course is based on the lived experience and deep practice wisdom of the team at My Therapy House, who have worked closely with many children and families navigating PDA profiles.

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Understanding and Supporting Children with PDA: A Family Guide

This purchase gives you lifetime access to the Course so you can revisit the lessons at any time, as much as you like.

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Course Content

Introduction

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Module 1 - Understanding the Child Behind the Behaviours

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Understanding the Child Behind the Behaviours (30:33)

Module 2 - The Role of Anxiety, Safety and Autonomy in PDA

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The Role of Anxiety, Safety and Autonomy in PDA (23:32)

Module 3 - Building Trust Through Relationship, Not Compliance

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Building Trust Through Relationship, Not Compliance (22:48)

Module 4 - Everyday Strategies to Support Your PDA Child

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Everyday Strategies to Support Your PDA Child (23:04)

Module 5 - Empowering You and Your Child: Advocacy and Self-Care

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Empowering You and Your Child: Advocacy and Self-Care (32:15)

Conclusion - You're Not Alone: You and Your Child Are Worthy of Support

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What's Next

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Your Instructor - Dana Baltutis

Dana Baltutis is a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist with extensive experience in special education and a specific expertise in the area of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), an autism spectrum profile. Having worked with a diverse group of children for many years, Dana has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges and needs associated with PDA. This experience allows Dana to provide nuanced support and tailored approaches that are essential for the development and well-being of children who navigate this complex condition.

Driven by a passion for helping children to thrive, Dana's commitment to professional growth is mirrored in her innovative teaching methods and empathetic guidance. Her involvement with "Understanding and Supporting Children with PDA" stems from a desire to share this critical knowledge with others in the field of education and caregiving. Dana's teaching is not just informative but also a reflection of her genuine investment in fostering an inclusive environment where every child can access the tools they need to succeed.