Understanding Dysgraphia:Beyond the Surface of Messy Handwriting, with Kelli Fetter

Understanding Dysgraphia:Beyond the Surface of Messy Handwriting, with Kelli Fetter

Author: Debbie Reber September 8, 2026 Duration: 35:14
Today we’re diving into dysgraphia—what it is, how it’s different from general handwriting struggles, and why so many kids go unsupported for far too long. My guest is Kelli Fetter, a certified handwriting specialist and occupational therapist, and the founder of Handwriting Solutions. Kelli breaks down the neurological underpinnings of dysgraphia, how it can show up differently from child to child, and why early recognition is so important. We talk about the role of assessment, how to distin...

Debbie Reber hosts TILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children, a space that moves beyond simple advice to explore the real, layered experience of this journey. As a parenting activist and author, Debbie guides conversations that are both deeply informative and genuinely connecting. The discussions in this podcast focus on a range of neurodivergent experiences, including ADHD, autism, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), giftedness, and twice-exceptionality. You’ll hear from specialists, educators, and other parents, but the tone remains grounded and candid, focusing on applicable strategies over theory. Episodes often tackle specific, daily hurdles like school refusal, communication breakdowns, or managing overwhelm, translating insights into actionable steps. More than just a resource, the podcast fosters a sense of community, reminding listeners they are not navigating this path alone. It’s about finding clarity within the complexity, shifting perspectives, and building a toolkit that honors both your child’s unique brain and your own well-being. Tune in for a blend of solidarity and practical takeaways that can make a tangible difference in your family’s life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

TILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children
Podcast Episodes
Brendan Mahan on Overcoming the Wall of Awful [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:31
What if the reason you or your child can’t “just do the thing” is not laziness, but a Wall of Awful built from repeated frustration, shame, anxiety, and failure? Brendan Mahan breaks down the hidden emotional barrier beh…
Laura Key on ADHD Aha Moments, Parenting, and Burnout [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:27
Today’s conversation is a candid, honest look at what it’s really like to parent while navigating ADHD yourself. My guest is Laura Key, Vice President of Content Strategy at Understood.org and the host of the award-winni…
Dr. Ross Greene on the Kids Who Aren’t Okay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:31
Dr. Ross Greene’s work has profoundly shaped how so many of us think about kids’ behavior and what they actually need from the adults in their lives, so I’m thrilled to welcome him back to the show to talk about his bran…
The Real Work of Parenting Neurodivergent Young Adults [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:29
Today we’re diving into one of the most tender and complex stages of parenting—launching our neurodivergent young adults into independence, or more accurately, interdependence. My guest is Penny Williams, a parenting coa…
Help! My 18-year-old Is Stalled Out and Not Launching [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:31
This week I’m joined by Zach Morris for a thoughtful conversation about the challenges of parenting neurodivergent teens who are approaching adulthood. We dig into a listener question about an almost-18-year-old who’s st…
Dr. Tamar Chansky on Freeing Your Child from OCD [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:32
Today we’re unpacking a topic that so many families struggle to understand—Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD—especially when it shows up in children. My guest is Dr. Tamar Chansky, a clinical psychologist and author…
A Conversation with Zoë Bisbing About ARFID & Neurodivergence [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:42
If your child has extreme food aversions, anxiety around eating, or struggles with a very limited diet, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Today we’re diving into ARFID — Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder…
Dr. John Duffy on Helping Our Struggling Teen Boys [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:23
A few months ago, I had my friend and colleague Cathy Adams on the show to talk about her book Restoring Our Girls and raising daughters to be emotionally healthy in a complicated world. I knew then that I wanted to have…