Parents of Gifted and 2e Children
Bright, intense, and gifted or twice-exceptional children offer unique parenting challenges. During a pandemic, with everyone at home and increased anxieties, these may become even more amplified.
Registration is $175 per person for this summer session of 4 meetings. Select your preferred meeting time at registration -- morning or evening. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. This group is open to individuals who are currently parenting gifted/2e children ages toddler through teen/young adult. It is not intended for professionals who work with gifted/2e children.
Lisa L. Hancock, Ph.D., MBA is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides neuropsychological assessments, counseling, and psychotherapy to children, teens, families, and adults, at Summit Center's Torrance office. She has experience with neurodevelopmental, learning, processing, anxiety, and mood disorders; including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, dyslexia, math and writing disorders, dysgraphia, auditory and visual processing, communication and language disorders, anxiety disorders, conduct disorders, and depressive disorders. Dr. Hancock is experienced in conducting Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE); as well as supporting parents through the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process. Additionally, she specializes in working with twice-exceptional individuals (those who are gifted and have concurrent learning or developmental challenges) as well as with individuals who are highly gifted. Dr. Hancock has worked as a Gifted Advocate for many years helping families of gifted and twice-exceptional children navigate both public and private school systems. She is a member of the PG Retreat Board, and speaks regularly at schools and conferences.