Dr. Mark Bowers

Dr. Mark Bowers • Licensed Pediatric Psychologist (Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist I Neurodiversity Affirming
Owner
Specialist in Neurodevelopmental Conditions
Helping Neurodivergent Individuals & Families Thrive
Practical Tips & Support
www.drmarkbowers.org/neurodivergent-parenting-collective Clinical Child Psychology) (26 years in the field)

• Owner/Clinical Director Brighton Center

• Worked in Hospitals, Community Mental Health, Schools, Residential Treatment, and Private Practice

• Author of Two Books and Published Papers

• Developer of Mobile App for Teens with Autism

• Specialist in Neurodevelopmental Disorders

• Married to a psychologist and we have 4 children

• I moonlight as a rock star

11/21/2025

Why Neurodivergent Kids Wear the Same Clothes: Sensory Needs and Predictability Explained

If your child lives in one outfit like it is their superhero uniform, it is not a battle you are losing. It is their nervous system protecting itself. Soft fabric. Predictable fit. Zero surprises. Clothing becomes a calm zone they can carry anywhere. Build routines around comfort, offer safe options, and let their clothes work for them instead of against them.

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🧠 Understanding Stimming: It’s Self-Regulation, Not MisbehaviorStimming (self-stimulatory behavior) is a powerful, self-...
11/20/2025

🧠 Understanding Stimming: It’s Self-Regulation, Not Misbehavior

Stimming (self-stimulatory behavior) is a powerful, self-regulatory tool primarily used by neurodivergent individuals. Instead of seeing it as something to stop, let’s understand the why behind it!

Here are 6 key reasons an individual might stim:

🔷Regulate Sensory Input: Seek or reduce sensory information (if under- or over-stimulated).

🔷Cope with Emotions: Manage intense feelings like anxiety, joy, stress, or boredom.

🔷Self-Soothe & Calm: Provide predictability and control in an unpredictable world.

🔷Focus & Concentrate: Help the brain process information and maintain attention.

🔷Communicate: Express internal states or needs when verbal communication is difficult.

🔷Relieve Physical Discomfort: Manage pain or internal physical sensations.

Stimming is a coping mechanism. When we honor the need behind the stim, we promote acceptance and well-being.

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11/20/2025

The Real Reason Neurodivergent Kids Ask the Same Question: Sensory Anxiety and Reassurance Explained

When a child asks the same thing again and again, they are not testing your patience. They are trying to steady their nervous system. Predictable words feel like safety. Clear answers feel like solid ground. Give them consistency, give them something they can see, and give them a calm anchor when their mind loops. Repetition is communication.

Stop wasting time on generic advice. Start understanding your child's unique brain!I'm offering 7 Days of FREE, full acc...
11/20/2025

Stop wasting time on generic advice. Start understanding your child's unique brain!

I'm offering 7 Days of FREE, full access to the Neurodivergent Parenting Collective.

Join the Neurodivergent Parenting Collective & receive immediate access to a full library of guides, a parent-powered support community, weekly private Q&As,
& direct messaging with me. Learn proven tools that truly support your child's neurotype, all with zero commitment. If you don't love it, cancel hassle-free.

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11/19/2025

Why Autistic Kids Love Tight Spaces: Sensory Regulation Explained

Some kids are not “hiding.” They are managing a sensory world that hits at full volume. When a child squeezes into tiny corners or builds a fortress of blankets, they are telling you what calms their body. Give them safe pressure, soft light, and predictable spaces so their nervous system can breathe. Support the need, not the fear.



When we prioritize connection, we seek to understand the underlying need or emotion first. We build trust, safety, and r...
11/19/2025

When we prioritize connection, we seek to understand the underlying need or emotion first. We build trust, safety, and rapport.

When we rush to correction, we often treat the symptom, not the cause, which can lead to shame, disconnection, and repeated challenging behaviors.

Want more tips, tools, strategies & support? Join me in the Neurodivergent Parenting Collective. Try now FREE for 7 Days. Experience the Neurodivergent Parenting Collective. Zero Commitment. Full Access. If it doesn't feel like the right fit for your family, simply cancel. No questions asked.
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11/18/2025

FINALLY, expert support for neurodivergent parenting.

Tired of traditional parenting advice that doesn’t work for your neurodivergent child? Feeling overwhelmed? Don’t know where to start?

Skip the waitlists and costly provider fees. Join The Neurodivergent Parenting Collective.

Pediatric Psychologist Dr. Mark Bowers created the Neurodivergent Parenting Collective to give you expert guidance, proven strategies, and a true support system!

This is your fast track to confidence & connection.

INSIDE THE COLLECTIVE: Your Essential Toolkit 🛠️
• 🧠 Expert Guidance: Weekly exclusive Q&As with Dr. Bowers. (Recorded for later viewing)
• 📚 Instant Answers: Growing library of digital guides & resources.
• 💡 Deep Dive: Member-only, in-depth video content.
• 🫂 Your Village: Judgment-free parent-powered community forum.
• 📩 Private Access: Direct messaging with Dr. Bowers

Stop paying hundreds for advice that misses the mark. Ditch the sticker charts and get real-world support with The Neurodivergent Parenting Collective.

Start today and get 7 days FREE to experience The Neurodivergent Parenting Collective. Zero commitment. Full access. If it doesn’t feel right for your family, simply cancel. No questions asked.

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11/18/2025

How Autism Can Go Undetected in Quiet, Compliant Toddlers

“She’s so quiet—such a little angel.”
Sounds sweet. But in toddlers, silence isn’t always golden.
Especially in daycare, being quiet, compliant, or withdrawn can mask early signs of autism.
If no one’s raising red flags, but your gut is—listen to it.
Quiet kids need just as much attention. Sometimes more. 👀



You can manage sensory overload! 💪Taking control starts with identifying your triggers and building both an immediate co...
11/18/2025

You can manage sensory overload! 💪

Taking control starts with identifying your triggers and building both an immediate coping toolkit and a long-term plan.

Swipe to see the full list of strategies, including:

Taking sensory breaks (Weighted blankets, music).

The importance of a Sensory Diet.

How to effectively communicate your needs for support.

Remember: Preparation is regulation!

Want more tips, tools, strategies & support? Join me in the Neurodivergent Parenting Collective. Try now FREE for 7 Days. Experience the Neurodivergent Parenting Collective. Zero Commitment. Full Access. If it doesn't feel like the right fit for your family, simply cancel. No questions asked.

START HERE ➡https://www.drmarkbowers.org/neurodivergent-parenting-collective

11/17/2025

Why Neurodivergent Kids Struggle with Bike Riding (And How to Actually Help)

If your child still can’t ride a bike, it’s not because they’re lazy.

Bike riding is basically a full-body executive function test—
and for neurodivergent kids, it can feel like juggling on a tightrope.

Forget the “right age.” Forget the pressure.

Here’s how to break it down, take the stress out, and actually support their learning curve. 🚲✨



🧠 What is Sensory Processing?It's the essential way our brains receive, organize, and interpret all the information comi...
11/17/2025

🧠 What is Sensory Processing?

It's the essential way our brains receive, organize, and interpret all the information coming in from our 5 senses—sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell!

This processing is critical for everything we do:

Responding appropriately to the world.

Learning and developing new skills.

Interacting successfully with others.

Understanding sensory processing is the first step in understanding behavior!

➡️ Learn more at https://www.drmarkbowers.org/neurodivergent-parenting-collective

11/16/2025

When “The Rules” Break: Why Neurodivergent Kids Struggle With Change

Ever seen your kid totally melt down...
just because the menu changed or the schedule shifted?
It’s not “bad behavior”—it’s a brain stuck in a rule that used to work.
Neurodivergent kids build mental “schemas” to make sense of the world—
but when those rules get too rigid, anxiety and chaos take over.
The fix? Teach flexible thinking like it’s a life skill. Because it is.



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