Complex Kids, Simple Solutions
Michelle Choairy
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Complex Kid, Simple Solutions is the go-to podcast for parents raising neurodivergent and medically complex kids. Hosted by Michelle Choairy, a seasoned advocate and mom of a complex child, this podcast delivers clear, actionable strategies to help you navigate the chaos with confidence.
Each episode breaks down overwhelming challenges into simple, practical solutions—whether it’s advocating for your child, navigating the school system, or finding the right support team. You’ll hear expert insights, real-life stories, and empowering advice to help you become your child’s best advocate while keeping your own sanity intact.
Because raising a complex kid is hard—but finding solutions doesn’t have to be.
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Recent Episodes
S1E46 Dr. Theresa Lyons — Turning Autism Science into a Clear Roadmap for Progress
In this conversation, Michelle sits down with Dr. Theresa Lyons—international autism educator, Ivy League scientist, and autism parent—to make autism research finally feel usable in real life.…
S1E45 Melissa Schulz — Small Steps, Real Change: Rethinking Behavior for Complex Kids
Send us a textIn this powerful episode of Complex Kids, Simple Solutions, Michelle sits down with parenting coach and BCBA Melissa Schulz to unpack what actually helps when parenting strong-willed,…
S1E44 Robert C. DeLena — Without Restraint: Reimagining Success for Complex Kids
Send us a textIn this moving episode, Michelle talks with Robert DeLena about his journey parenting his son, Ryan. They discuss the evolution of a "strong-willed" child into a professional outdoor…
S1E43 Bailey Payne — The Underdog Years: Seeing Behavior Support Differently
Send us a textIn this episode, Michelle sits down with Bailey Payne, BCBA, to talk about what truly helps complex kids and their families when behavior feels overwhelming and unclear. They explore…
S1E45 Melissa Schulz — Small Steps, Real Change: Rethinking Behavior for Complex Kids
Send us a textIn this powerful episode of Complex Kids, Simple Solutions, Michelle sits down with parenting coach and BCBA Melissa Schulz to unpack what actually helps when parenting strong-willed,…
S1E42 Nicola Rose — Magnetosphere: Seeing the World Through a Neurodivergent Lens
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with Nicola Rose, independent filmmaker and writer-director of Magnetosphere, to explore how storytelling through film can deepen understanding,…
S1E41 Lisa Watson — Reparenting Yourself: Healing Limiting Beliefs to Become a Calmer, More Conscious Parent
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with Lisa Watson, inner-child healing coach and creator of the Reparenting Method, to unpack why parenting—especially complex kids—can feel so…
S1E40 Jessica Setnick — Taking the Shame Out of Mealtimes for Complex Kids
Send us a textIn this episode, Michelle sits down with pediatric dietitian and eating-behavior specialist Jessica Setnick to talk about one of the most stressful parts of raising complex and…
S1E39 Joanna Lilley — Rethinking 18 for Complex Kids: What Really Happens at Adulthood
Send us a text In this episode, Michelle sits down with young-adult consultant Joanna Lilley to talk about the moment so many parents fear: the 18th birthday. Joanna breaks down why turning 18…
S1E38 Dr. Jack Hinman — The Anxious Generation: Guiding Young Adults Toward Independence and Resilience
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with Dr. Jack Hinman, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Engage Young Adult Transitions, to unpack why so many 18- to 30-year-olds…
S1E37 Michael Ringel — Planning for Two Lifetimes: Protect, Grow, and Enjoy (Without Losing Your Benefits)
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with special-needs family wealth strategist Michael Ringel to demystify the money side of raising complex kids—how to get organized fast,…
S1E36 MegAnne Ford — From “Be Better” to Feel Better: Parenting Complex Kids with CLEAR Connection
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with parent coach MegAnne Ford to flip the old script—away from forcing kids to fit our vision and toward building skills, safety, and…
S1E35 Sharon Dunlevy — Trauma-Wise Parenting for Foster (and All) Families
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with educational advocate Sharon Dunlevy to demystify foster-care realities—what licensing really takes, why trauma shows up like “behavior,”…
S1E34 Constance Lewis — Miles & the Colorful Capes of Feelings
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with nurse practitioner and mom-author Constance Lewis to share the story behind Miles and the Colorful Capes of Feelings—a playful, powerful…
S1E33 C. S. Wyatt — From Checklists to Conversations: Preparing Neurodivergent Students for College
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with educator and accessibility advocate Dr. C. S. Wyatt to demystify the leap from K–12 supports to college reality—and how listening (not just…
S1E32 Russell Van Brocklen — Rethinking Dyslexia: Why Typing, Not Tracing, Unlocks Reading and Writing
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle Choairy sits down with Russell Van Brocklen, founder of Dyslexia Classes, to uncover a radically different way of helping kids with dyslexia, ADHD, and…
S1E31 Dr. Emily Levy — Unlocking Every Child’s Learning Potential with Orton-Gillingham
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with Dr. Emily Levy, founder and director of EBL Coaching, to explore how customized, multi-sensory instruction can transform outcomes for…
S1E30 Jeanine Mouchawar — Talking to Teens When “I Don’t Know” Is Every Answer
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with parenting coach Jeanine Mouchawar to unpack why the strategies that worked for little kids fall apart in the teen years—especially for…
S1E29 Nicole Runyon — Why Screens Are Rewiring Our Kids (and What We Can Do About It)
Send us a textIn this powerful episode, Michelle sits down with former child psychotherapist and author Nicole Runyon to tackle a controversial question every modern parent faces: Is technology…
S1E28 Dr. Karalynn Royster — Co-Parenting Through Chaos Without Breaking Your Kid
Send us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with clinical psychologist and co-parenting coach Dr. Karalynn Royster to unpack one of the most loaded questions parents of complex kids…
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Complex Kids, Simple Solutions has published 48 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.
Complex Kids, Simple Solutions is currently active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 40m.
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