Mar 14, 2022 | Assessments, Counseling, Giftedness
Marginalization causes daily stress for persons who have intersectional traits on both ends of the spectrum of ability-dis/ability, also known as twice exceptional. For these autistic adults, support systems are minimal, research is thin, and understanding is spotty...
Aug 5, 2020 | Assessments, Counseling, Education, Giftedness, Parenting
By Dr. Lisa White, Summit Center Are you wondering whether public school, private school, or homeschooling might be the best option for your child who is gifted, 2e, or has learning challenges? There are a lot of things to consider when making that choice. Many...
Oct 16, 2018 | Counseling, Creativity, Giftedness, Parenting
This piece first appeared in the October 2018 issue of the 2e Newsletter. Dr. Dan Peters, and other past and current 2e Newsletter Advisory Board members, reflected on 15 years of 2e as the 2e Newsletter founders J. Mark Bade and Linda Neumann transition the...
Nov 16, 2015 | Assessments, Counseling, Giftedness, Parenting
This piece originally appeared on Psychology Today. Many gifted adults may find that they are still suffering from experiences and challenges that affected them as children. Others find they are experiencing new challenges related to finding their passion, identity,...
Sep 22, 2015 | Education, Giftedness, Parenting
This piece originally appeared on Psychology Today. Summit Center can help you learn more about your child’s learning strengths plus any potential issues, and can help you find an alternative learning environment if needed. I am sitting with a small group of...
Aug 18, 2015 | Counseling, Giftedness, Parenting
Melanie Brown Kroon, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, provides therapy and consultations at Summit Center’s Encino office. Melanie works with individuals, couples and families specializing in the emotional needs of gifted and creative adults, adolescents...