The JOY Factor

Julie Hanson, LCMFT, LCPC, RYT-500

The JOY Factor is a podcast for anyone with a desire to create more joy in their lives. Licensed psychotherapist Julie Hanson interviews experts in the field of mental health and wellness along with everyday people who’ve got their own take on how to be on the hunt for joy even in the midst of struggle. She’s on a quest to connect her listeners with the tools, tips and inspiration to claim their right to joy!

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The JOY Factor

Episodes (43)

May 24th You've Got This: Navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, and Parenting a Neurodivergent Child with Kitty Hovatter LGMFT
Jan 22nd Parenting Neurodiverse Children: Tips from Therapist Kitty Hovatter LGMFT
Aug 18, 2025 Rewriting Our Stories with Tiff Majette LGMFT

The JOY Factor

May 24, 2026
5 MB

Kitty Hovatter, Licensed Graduate Marriage and Family Therapist, returns to the Joy Factor Podcast for a deep dive into one of the most overwhelming parts of parenting a neurodivergent child — navigating the school system. Whether you're brand new to the process or just left an IEP meeting feeling lost, this episode is your cheat sheet. In this episode, we cover: What an IEP and a 504 plan actually are — and how they differWhich conditions qualify (hint: it's more than just ADHD and autism)Why girls are often diagnosed much later, and what signs to watch forHow to prep...

The JOY Factor

You've Got This: Navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, and Parenting a Neurodivergent Child with Kitty Hovatter LGMFT

Julie Hanson, LCMFT, LCPC, RYT-500

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