Stepping Stone Clinic

07/01/2026

Does anyone else feel like they spend half their summer saying:
"Go brush your teeth..for real this time."
“How did you find the iPad and not your socks that are sitting RIGHT HERE.”
“You’ve been in the shower for 20 minutes and somehow you’re still dry.”
"I've already reminded you three times..."

As a mom, I get it! As a psychologist, I remind myself that these moments aren't about laziness or inability. More often, kids need help building the executive function skills behind independence, organization, emotional regulation, and getting started.
The tricky part? Most of us parents were never taught how to teach those skills.

So I spent some time creating the Proactive Parenting Course for busy, well-intentioned, slightly crispy, almost-burnt-out parents who want practical strategies that actually fit real life. It's self-paced and includes live “Community & Connection Calls” where problem-solve everyday parenting challenges together.
If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I know my child can do this... I just don't know how to help them do it without nagging or power struggles," I made this course for you!

You got this! - Dr Rachelle Rebello Hansen

Learn more: https://www.lifefxmn.com/proactive-parenting-course/

P.S. I shared some of mine, would love to hear yours! What's the reminder that seems to be on repeat at your home this summer?

A video parenting course so you can learn tools to proactively help your neurodivergent child strengthen their Executive Function skills.

04/20/2026

We want a picture with Chewbacca!

Hope to see you guys at Fandom For A Cause! Come support the Neurodiverse community!

04/01/2026

We're currently looking for a creative, compassionate, neuroaffirming LMFT to join our Minneapolis-based team. You'll work alongside psychologists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and executive function coaches in a collaborative, integrative model designed to make a difference for our clients and our team.

- You'll provide couples therapy and individual therapy through a neurodivergent-aware, trauma-informed lens
- You'll work with individuals and couples navigating ADHD, Autism, and executive function differences
- You'll be part of a deeply supportive, cross-disciplinary care team
- You'll have a flexible, sustainable schedule that values your life outside of work

If you're a licensed LMFT in Minnesota with a passion for supporting neurodivergent folks and a heart for collaborative care, let's talk.

Learn more and apply: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c22b650185d07630&from=shareddesktop_copy

01/27/2026

Our favorite time of the year! Check out this inclusive and fun summer camp!

At LifeFx, we celebrate neurodiversity as your child’s superpower! 🌟

This summer, let’s help your child unlock the unique strengths of their brain at LifeFx Summer Camp. Through hands-on activities, exciting field trips, and inspiring special guests, campers will discover tools to boost their Executive Function Skills – the key to thriving in school and beyond!

Registration opens Tuesday, February 3rd. Check out our website to learn more!
https://www.lifefxmn.com/summer-camp-2/

01/15/2026

Here is the agenda for February's Building Conversations! Join us in a supportive space where kids and parents grow together.

Parents will learn about effective screen time strategies and students will to hold cute bunnies! 🐰

Learn more here: https://www.lifefxmn.com/building-conversations/
We hope to see you there!

11/21/2025

Big news from Stepping Stone Clinic — Occupational Therapy is back! And we’re thrilled to introduce our new OT, Dr. Courtney Mangan.

Courtney brings years of experience supporting kids, teens, and families through sensory processing, emotional regulation, motor skills, daily living skills, and executive functioning. She combines clinical expertise with a creative, patient-centered approach that helps every child feel seen, supported, and capable. As a new mom, Courtney also loves partnering with parents and has a special passion for working with babies and toddlers, helping families build nurturing routines and confidence during those early years.

Her passion for neurodivergent learners, her background in pediatric rehabilitation, and her genuine care for families make her such an exciting addition to our team. 🧡

We can’t wait for you to meet her and experience the meaningful, strengths-based work she brings to Stepping Stone Clinic. How cool is that!?

OT services are officially reopening — reach out to learn more or join the waitlist! ✨

10/15/2025

10/01/2025

Did you know your gut and brain are in constant conversation?

When things feel “off”, whether it's chronic tummy trouble, low appetite from ADHD meds, or stress around mealtimes, it’s not just in your head, it’s in your gut, too.

At Stepping Stone Clinic, Brenna Thompson, MS, RD, LDN uses a functional nutrition approach to support nervous system regulation, digestive healing, and eating patterns that feel safe and sustainable.

Tools she integrates:
• FODMAP for IBS + gut repair
• Intuitive Eating for building trust with food
• Functional Nutrition Coaching to address the root of eating struggles

◦For neurodivergent clients of all ages
◦Always shame-free and individualized
◦Currently accepting new clients!

Learn more here: https://www.steppingstoneclinicmn.com/functional-nutrition/

09/21/2025

If you or your child take stimulant meds for ADHD, you might know the pattern all too well:

No appetite all day → hyperfocus & forget to eat → sun goes down and suddenly… ravenous

This is called stimulant rebound eating, and it’s more common than you think.

At Stepping Stone Clinic, our integrative dietitian Brenna Thompson, MS, RD, LDN helps neurodivergent clients of all ages rebalance hunger cues and create eating plans that work with their bodies, not against them, because food shouldn’t feel like another source of stress.

She helps with:
• Managing medication-related appetite changes
• Creating realistic mealtime routines
• Reducing nighttime overeating cycles
• Building a healthier, more peaceful relationship with food

Check out our website to learn more: https://www.steppingstoneclinicmn.com/functional-nutrition/

09/11/2025

Start the School Year Strong with Nutrition Counseling!

Your child’s nutrition helps them:
• Sleep better (so mornings aren’t a struggle)
• Stay focused in class (so learning feels less frustrating)
• Balance energy (so after-school meltdowns aren’t the norm)
• Boost immunity (so sick days don’t pile up)
• Support mood (so challenges feel easier to handle)

At Stepping Stone Clinic, our nutrition services go beyond “eat more veggies.” We create realistic, personalized plans based on your child’s actual needs, sometimes including lab testing to uncover hidden deficiencies.

This fall, give your child the foundation to thrive.

Schedule a 60-min intake with our dietitian, Brenna Thompson, MS, RD, LDN, and set your family up for a healthier school year.

Learn more on our website: https://www.steppingstoneclinicmn.com/functional-nutrition/