Máire Powell
Online & Onsite Services Available
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Remote Family Group Conferencing
Empowering Families to Find Solutions
Life’s challenges can often leave families feeling overwhelmed and disconnected. Remote Family Group Conferencing (FGC) offers a structured, supportive approach to bringing families together to discuss concerns, explore options, and create their own solutions—all from the comfort of home.
What is Family Group Conferencing?
FGC is a collaborative process that places the family at the center of decision-making. With the guidance of a skilled and impartial facilitator, family members and other key individuals come together to:
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Address specific challenges or conflicts.
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Create a plan of action that everyone agrees on.
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Strengthen relationships and communication within the family.
Why Choose Remote FGC?
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Convenience: Access the conference from anywhere, making it easier for all participants to attend.
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Privacy: Conducted in a secure, virtual environment to ensure confidentiality and comfort.
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Flexibility: Sessions are scheduled to suit your family’s needs and availability.
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Family-led and family ownership.
Who Can Benefit from FGC?
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Families facing school-related challenges, such as attendance issues or behavioral concerns.
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Parents navigating challenging parenting dynamics.
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Families experiencing conflict or needing support with co-parenting or caregiving roles.
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Children at risk of entering the care system.
What to Expect in a Remote FGC Session:
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Preparation: A pre-conference session to explain the process, set goals, and ensure everyone’s voice will be heard.
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Facilitated Discussion: The conference begins with everyone sharing their perspectives in a supportive, respectful space.
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Private Family Time: Families are given time to discuss and develop their own plan independently.
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Action Plan: The facilitator helps finalize a clear, actionable plan that reflects the family’s decisions.
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On-Demand Courses - Coming Soon
Parenting a neurodiverse child comes with unique challenges—but you don’t have to face them alone. My pre-recorded online courses are designed to give you the tools and strategies you need, anytime, anywhere.
These courses are tailored for busy parents looking for practical, expert advice on topics like:
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Executive Functioning Support: Learn strategies to help your child stay organized, manage emotions, and develop essential life skills.
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ADHD Parenting Tools: Discover actionable solutions to manage ADHD-related behaviors and foster a calmer home environment.
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Strengthening Parent-Child Connections: Build stronger relationships and reduce conflict with techniques that nurture trust and understanding.
Why Choose Pre-Recorded Courses?
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Learn at Your Own Pace: Access content on your schedule from the comfort of your home.
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Expert Guidance and Actionable Strategies: Each course provides clear, step-by-step advice you can use immediately.
Whether you’re new to parenting neurodiverse children or looking for fresh strategies, these on-demand courses are packed with insights to help you create a calmer, more connected family life.
Start your journey today and take the first step toward confident parenting with expert guidance at your fingertips.
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Workshops for Educators: Empowering Schools to Support Neurodiverse Students
Are you an educator striving to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for neurodiverse students? My school-based workshops are designed to equip teachers and staff with the tools they need to help students with executive functioning challenges thrive in the classroom.
What These Workshops Cover:
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Understanding Executive Functioning: Learn how these skills impact learning, behavior, and social interactions.
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Practical Classroom Strategies: Discover actionable techniques to foster focus, organization, and emotional regulation.
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Behavior Management: Gain tools to address common challenges with compassion and effectiveness.
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Collaborative Problem-Solving: Develop skills to work with parents and support students through a team-around-the-child approach.
Flexible Delivery Options:
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In-Person Workshops: Ideal for staff training days or professional development sessions.
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Virtual Sessions: Convenient and accessible for schools anywhere.
Let’s work together to create a learning environment where every student can succeed. Contact me today to book a workshop and give your educators the tools they need to empower neurodiverse learners.
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Speaking Engagements: Empowering Parents, Educators, and Professionals
Looking for an engaging, knowledgeable speaker to provide practical strategies and inspire meaningful change? I offer dynamic speaking engagements tailored to parents, educators, and professionals, focusing on supporting neurodiverse children and families.
Key Topics Include:
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Parenting Neurodiverse Children: Strategies to foster connection, reduce conflict, and create calm in the home.
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Executive Functioning Skills: How to help children build focus, organization, and emotional regulation.
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Executive functioning skills in the Classroom: Practical tools for educators to support neurodiverse students effectively.
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Emotional Regulation: Empowering families and professionals with techniques to manage big emotions.
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Navigating School Attendance: Proven approaches to address school refusal with confidence and compassion.
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Parent Events: Equip families with the tools they need to navigate neurodiverse parenting challenges.
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Teacher Training Days: Provide educators with actionable strategies to support their students.
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Social Work and Professional Conferences: Share best practices and innovative approaches for supporting families.
Let’s inspire your audience with tools, strategies, and a renewed sense of possibility. Contact me today to book a speaking engagement tailored to your needs.
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Join my live webinars and interactive workshops to gain expert advice, proven strategies, and actionable tools for parenting neurodiverse children or supporting them in educational settings. These sessions are designed to provide clarity, confidence, and real solutions for the unique challenges of ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions.
Upcoming Topics:
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Managing challenging behaviour at Home: Learn how to create routines, manage behaviors, and foster a calmer home environment.
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Executive Functioning Skills for Kids: Discover techniques to help children build focus, organization, and emotional regulation.
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Emotional Regulation Strategies for Families: Practical tools to handle meltdowns, big emotions, and everyday stressors.
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School Refusal Support: Proven approaches to help parents and educators address anxiety-based school refusal.
Why Attend My Webinars and Workshops?
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Expert Insights: Led by Máire, with years of experience supporting neurodiverse families and students.
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Interactive Learning: Ask questions and gain personalized advice in a supportive, collaborative environment.
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Real-World Solutions: Learn practical strategies that you can implement immediately in your home or classroom.
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Flexible Access: Attend live or access recorded sessions if you can’t join in real time.
Who Are These For?
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Parents: Gain confidence and tools to support your neurodiverse child with compassion and effectiveness.
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Educators: Learn strategies to foster inclusive, supportive classrooms for students with neurodiverse conditions and executive functioning challenges.
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Social Workers and Professionals: Expand your toolkit to better support families navigating neurodiverse needs.
Join a community of parents and educators ready to make a difference. Explore my upcoming webinars and workshops to find the support and strategies you’ve been searching for.
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Parenting children can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. My one-on-one consultations provide tailored advice and strategies to help you navigate the unique needs of your child and create a calm, connected, and thriving family environment.
What I Offer:
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Customized Parenting Plans: Receive actionable strategies specific to your child’s strengths, challenges, and needs.
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Support to Parents struggling to cope with challenging family dynamics.
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Executive Functioning Guidance: Learn how to support your child with organization, emotional regulation, and focus.
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Behavior Management Solutions: Tackle common parenting struggles like meltdowns, transitions, and communication breakdowns.
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Family Connection Support: Strengthen your relationships and create a positive, nurturing home environment.
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Referrals to local support agencies.
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Confidential one-to-one support in the privacy and comfort of your own home.
Why Choose One-on-One Consultations?
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Tailored to Your Family: Sessions are customized to address your specific challenges and goals.
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Actionable Results: Walk away with clear, practical steps you can immediately implement.
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Flexible Options: Consultations can be held virtually, making it easy to fit into your schedule.
Who Are These For?
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Parents: Gain confidence and clarity in managing behaviors, executive functioning, and emotional regulation challenges.
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Families Facing Specific Struggles: Whether it’s school refusal, sibling conflict, or daily routines, get the support you need to move forward.
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Young people who want to work on their personal development, life skills, and executive functioning skills.
Let’s work together to create a parenting plan that works for your family. Book a consultation today and take the first step toward a calmer, more connected home life.