Let's Talk 2e! Conferences

Online conference for parents, educators, and clinicians

Join me, Julie Skolnick, 2e expert as I host fellow thought leaders in presenting research-based presentations on issues affecting the twice-exceptional population. Parents, educators, and clinicians are empowered to implement strategies in their homes, classrooms and with clients. Join us for a conference, not just a conversation.

What is your twice-exceptional experience?

we have three different conferences curated for you.

PARENT

EDUCATOR

2e ADULT

Conferences for 2e Adults

Sometimes adults discover their giftedness or ‘2e-ness’ late in life. An aha moment occurs from reading or listening to an expert talk about twice exceptionality and suddenly so much about their childhood and current life makes more sense. It can be lonely when you feel misunderstood and don’t even understand yourself! 2e Adults are seeking personal and professional fulfillment. With that as our lens, we create conferences for 2e Adults addressing topics like, burnout and bore out, ADHD, anxiety, imposter syndrom, sex, understanding narcissism, assessments and advocacy and so much more.

Colin Seale

Sarah Wayland, Ph.D.

Nadja Cereghetti

Matt Zakreski, Psy.D.

Linda Roggli

Heather Boorman

www.SaperstoneStudios.com

Dr. PJ “Paul James” Sedillo

Seth Perler, M.Ed.

Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D.

Dr. Maggie Brown

What people are saying about this conference...

"Thank you for such pertinent (and personally felt) topics! This really made me feel truly seen and understood in a unique population, and supported in a way different than how I feel supported when I attend [your conferences] as a part. Thank you! You are so appreciated!"

"Julie guided me through the very personal implications of being gifted including over-excitability, a desire to positively impact the world and other life peculiarities that previously seemed odd…with Julie’s vast personal, familial and scholarly knowledge of giftedness she provided a framework for me to understand these gifts in a new way and with an understanding that allowed me to accept and leverage them.Julie provided this guidance with the Wisdom of a studious Rabbi and the softness of my favorite elementary school teacher. I am a better person for having worked with Julie."

"In working with Julie to better understand my family's twice exceptional and gifted characteristics, she has very skillfully provided me with a reframe, resources and resolve to move toward that much needed sense of calm that had been lacking. I will always be grateful for Julie's depth of understanding, compassion and professionalism."

See All 16 Experts

INCLUDED PRESENTATIONS:

Falling in Love is Hard on OEs, Matt Zakreski, Psy.D.
The Role of Anxiety in the Lives of Gifted Adults: Origins, Manifestations, and Amelioration, Patricia Susan Jackson, M.A., R.C.C.
2E and Cumulative Relational Trauma, Maggie Brown, Ph.D.
There is More to Loneliness Than You Think, Dianne Allen, M.A., CAP, CET
Narcissism and the 2e Soul, Heather Boorman, MSW, LCSW
Free to Be ADHD (and 2e), Linda Roggli, PCC
2e Adulting: What Makes You Tick and What Ticks You Off, Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D.
Executive Function and Quality of Life, Seth Perler, M.Ed.
The New Hierarchy of Needs and 2e, Scott Barry Kaufman, Ph.D.
Burn-out or bore-out? Gifted / 2E and finding joy and fulfillment at work, Femke Hovinga, M.A.
Autistic Strengths, Sarah Wayland, Ph.D.
Gifted at 7, ADHD at 37: My Story and the Adult Costs and Benefits of Twice Exceptionality, Colin Seale, J.D.
The Benefits of Psychological Testing with 2E Adults, Jessica Hasson, Ph.D.
2e and me: A journey of self-discovery, Nadja Cereghetti
Thrice Exceptional (3E): Individuals who are Gifted, 2E, and GLBTQ, PJ Sedillo, Ph.D.
The Lifelong Journey of 2E Adults: Joys and Challenges of the Aging Process, Michele Kane, Ed.D.

Conferences for Parents

Parents gain invaluable understanding and applicable strategies at our conferences. Julie Skolnick addresses topics that her parent clients struggle with and keeps our conferences on-demand so parents never have to miss a topic. With experts speaking on emotion regulation, anxiety, misdiagnosis, transitions, homeschooling, spiritual giftedness, alternative educational placements, and so much more, Let’s Talk 2e Parent conferences address the issues that are important to YOU!

What people are saying about parent conferences...

I am such a fan-girl of so many of these speakers. I feel like I am in the presence of giants... the people I have admired and respected since I was in grad school.

2020 Participant

This talk was incredible. I cried so much and felt so beyond validated. I am spiritually gifted and am raising 2 indigo children and am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to hear this talk. I cannot wait to read Dianne Allen ‘s pocket guide and take advantage of the online consultation. Thank you 🙏🏼

2020 Participant

Colin's presentation really resonated with me. The idea of "reaching your potential" as a misplaced ideal was particularly insightful for me. I love the shift in mindset.

2020 Participant

I was super impressed with "Twice-Exceptionality: The Intersection of Autism and Giftedness." Anyone who is struggling with the "What is 2e and what *specifically* can I and the school do to help my child?" question will get a HUGE boost from watching this presentation. This single presentation could have saved me from doing years of research on my own!

2020 Participant

"After viewing the conference, I now feel more empowered to help 2e children be recognized for their giftedness despite their challenges. This conference not only opened my eyes to see these students for who they truly are but it also equipped me with the knowledge and skills to help them reach their full potential...This conference has brought me deeper understanding of the needs of my own gifted children and useful research based tools to help advocate for them and for my future students."

Heidi

"I attended as a parent of a 2e child and could not agree more. I consider Julie to be one of the best informed people I’ve ever met since discovering my son is 2e. I can’t wait for her next talk.”

Parent

"I was at your talk last night. Thank you. It was informative, thoughtful, practical, wise. I felt like you'd been spying on me and my family for basically my whole life."

Liz S.

See All 19 Experts & Topics

INCLUDED PRESENTATIONS:

Understanding and Managing Transitions for Twice Exceptional Kids — Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D.
A Lens into Neurodiversity, In and Out of the Classroom — Nicole Tetreault, Ph.D.
A Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician’s Approach to The 2E Child and Adolescent — Roby Marcou, M.D.
What me organized? It’s a Matter of Style — Susan Baum, Ph.D.
Beyond “Full Potential”: Reconsidering What Success Means for 2e Children — Colin Seale
Technology to the Rescue: 10 Tech Treasures to Help 2E Students Thrive! — Joan Greene, M.A. CCC-SLP
A Revolutionary Technique for Stress-free and Pain-free Living — Bev Nerenberg
Nurturing the Invisible 3E Learner: Black, Gifted & Twice-Exceptional with Joy Lawson Davis, Ed.D.
Conversations and Questions: Key to Parent/Teacher/Student Communication — Robin Schader, Ph.D.
Now What…Now Where? When Your 2e Child Needs Help Away from Home — Heidi Molbak, M.S., NCC, CEP
Homeschooling Gifted or Twice Exceptional Children — Kasi Ann Peters, MT-BC
Twice-Exceptionality: The Intersection of Autism and Giftedness — Megan Foley Nicpon, PhD, Katherine Schabilion, PhD & Alissa Doobay, PhD
Polyvagal Theory and the Science of Connection — Autumn Romano, LMT, CNMT, RM
Preparing Your 2e Child for a Successful Life: Focusing on What Matters — Dan Peters, Ph.D.
“Gifted & ____”: Combating Victimization of Gifted Students with Other Exceptionalities — Kristina Henry Collins, Ph.D., Ed.S.
The Way of the Sensitive: How Spiritual Giftedness Impacts Life Experiences — Dianne A. Allen, MA, CAP, CET
Engaging 21st Century Learners — Joseph Olan, Ed.D
This Isn’t How We Did Math When I Went To School — Rachel McAnallen, Ph.D.
Getting to Know You: Trauma, Empowerment, and Giftedness — Marc Smolowitz

See All 10 Experts & Topics

INCLUDED PRESENTATIONS:

Cycle for Success: Parenting and Teaching 2e, with Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D.
Normal Sucks, with Jonathan Mooney
Misdiagnosis and Missed Diagnosis of Gifted Individuals, with Edward Amend, Psy.D.
Identification, with Stephen Chou, Psy.D.
Strength-Based and Talent-Focused Approach, with Susan Baum, Ph.D.
Make your 2e Worrier a Warrior, with Dan Peters, Ph.D.
Addressing Perfectionism, with Lisa Van Gemert, M.Ed.T.
Understanding, Preventing, and Reversing Underachievement Among 2e Students, with Donna Y. Ford, Ph.D.
Schoolwide Enrichment & Talent Development, with Joseph Renzulli, Ed.D.
Academic Advocacy for 2e Children, with Bobbie Gilman, M.S.

See All 12 Experts & Topics

INCLUDED PRESENTATIONS:

Understanding and Addressing Emotion Regulation in 2e Children, Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D.
Gifted Physiology: How OE’s and Gifted Differences are Better Understood by Taking a Whole Body Approach, Joanna Haase, Ph.D., MFT
Finding Balance: Teaching 2e Students to be Self-Regulated, Dr. Richard M. Cash, Ed.D.
Understanding and Managing Asynchronous Development, Paul Beljan, Psy.D., ABPdN, ABN
Supporting the Success of Culturally Diverse 2E Students, Renae D. Mayes, PhD, NCC
Using Visual Metaphor to Teach 2e Learners, Don Ambrose, PhD
Creating a Secure World for 2e Kids, Deborah Reber, M.A.
Non-Linear Thinkers in a Linear World, Josh Shaine
Gifted at Work: Different Profiles, Different Challenges, Femke Hovinga, M.A.
Uncovering the Social Mind of Tweens & Teens, Maria Johnson, M.A. CCC-SLP
Looking at 2e Through a Developmental Trauma Lens, Greg Burnham, M.S., LMFT
Beyond Classification, LeDerick R. Horne

Conferences for Educators

Teaching 2e students can be frustrating and rewarding. Our conferences provide information to support educators in bringing out the best and raising self confidence in twice exceptional learners. With topics like, managing transitions, emotion regulation, teaching to the strength, executive functioning, imposter syndrome, understanding social emotional needs, parent/teacher communication, and so many more, teachers walk away with deepened understanding and classroom strategies they can implement today. Our conferences are on-demand because we want educators to “watch what they want, when they want!” Credit hours offered.

Seth Perler, M.Ed.

Matthew Fugate, Ph.D.

Brian Housand, Ph.D.

Nicole Tetreault, Ph.D.

Joy Lawson Davis, Ed.D.

Wendy Behrens, M.A., Ed.D.

Colin Seale

Matt Zakreski, Psy.D.

Kristina Collins, Ph.D., Ed.S.

What people are saying about educator conferences...

"Julie is the perfect support for both parents and teachers. As a teacher, she has helped me understand individual behaviors and how I could support my students better in the classroom. As a parent, she has guided me to a deeper understanding of my own children's needs and how I can best help them to feel successful in life. She doesn't claim to have the "magic bullet;" she helps you problem solve and research possible causes and solutions. I am so grateful for Julie's contribution to both my parenting and teaching skills. She really "gets" kids and can also empathize with teachers and parents. She is a most valuable resource! "

"In our quest to reach all diverse learners within the classroom, we recognized the need to look at those who are twice gifted as well. Connecting with Julie has been a gift! She understands the assets and challenges that these children have both in the classroom and socially and helps our educators adapt their teacher styles and curriculums to meet the needs of their students to meet success in All areas of life."

"Julie is one of the best advocates I know for twice exceptional students and their families. She understands their needs deeply and has limitless energy for providing thoughtful advice, resources, and opportunities to support their development.“

"I am such a fan-girl of so many of these speakers. I feel like I am in the presence of giants... the people I have admired and respected since I was in grad school."

"As a special educator, I have attended several of Julie's presentations. She is a highly engaging and energetic speaker whose passion for improving educational outcomes for twice exceptional students is inspirational. Her insightful, knowledgeable, and compassionate perspective on emotion-regulation and behavior motivates me to increase my understanding of the reasons behind my students' behavior, which ultimately changes the way in which I respond. I always walk away from her presentations with strategies and resources that I can use immediately."

See All 25 Experts & Topics

INCLUDED PRESENTATIONS:

Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D., Understanding and Managing Transitions for Twice Exceptional Kids
Susan Baum, Ph.D., What me organized? It’s a Matter of Style
Dianne Allen, M.A., CAP, CET, The Way of the Sensitive – How Spiritual Giftedness Impacts Life Experiences
Matt Zakresky, Psy.D., They’re All Going to Find Out that I’m a Fraud! Combatting Impostor Syndrome in 2e Students
Matthew Fugate, Ph.D., Understanding the Social-Emotional Needs of Twice-Exceptional Learners
Marc Smolowitz, Getting to Know You: Trauma, Empowerment, and Giftedness
Robin Schader, Ph.D., Conversations and Questions: Key to Parent/Teacher/Student Communication
Colin Seale, Low Floor, High Ceiling: Concrete Strategies to Unlock Excellence in All Students
Joan Green, M.A. CCC-SLP, Technology to the Rescue: 10 Tech Treasures to Help 2E Students Thrive!
Joseph Olan, Ed.D., Engaging 21st Century Learners
Rachel McAnallen, Ph.D., This Isn’t How We Did Math When I Went To School
Chris Wiebe, Ed.D., M.A., Developing college- and career-readiness through an interest-based, student-driven educational model
Kate Bachtel, Ed.D., From Social to Sociopolitical Development for Achievement & Mental Health
Brian Housand, Ph.D., Differentiating for the Head and the Heart
Jilly Darefsky, Differentiation and Flexible Strategies for Virtual and In-Person Classrooms
Austina De Bonte & Amity Butler, One School District’s Equity Journey, and How Distance Learning Actually Helped
Seth Perler, Supporting Struggling 2e Students with Executive Function
Kristina Collins, Ph.D., Ed.S., “Gifted & ____”: Combating Victimization of Gifted Students with Other Exceptionalities
Joy Lawson Davis, Ed.D., Nurturing the Invisible 3E Learner: Black, Gifted & Twice-Exceptional
Wendy Behrens, M.A., Ed.D., Who Are the Gifted English Language Learners and How Can We Find Them?
Nicole Tetreault, Ph.D., A Lens into Neurodiversity– In and Out of the Classroom
Bev Nerenberg, A Revolutionary Technique for Stress-free and Pain-free Living
Roby Marcou, M.D., A Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician’s Approach to The 2E Child and Adolescent
Megan Foley Nicpon, Ph.D., Katherine Schabilion, Ph.D., and Alissa Doobay, Ph.D., Twice-Exceptionality: The Intersection of Autism and Giftedness
Jerome Schultz, Ph.D., The Impact of Stress and Anxiety on 2E Kids: What to know: What to DO!

See All 10 Experts & Topics

INCLUDED PRESENTATIONS:

Cycle for Success: Parenting and Teaching 2e, with Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D.
Normal Sucks, with Jonathan Mooney
Misdiagnosis and Missed Diagnosis of Gifted Individuals, with Edward Amend, Psy.D.
Identification, with Stephen Chou, Psy.D.
Strength-Based and Talent-Focused Approach, with Susan Baum, Ph.D.
Make your 2e Worrier a Warrior, with Dan Peters, Ph.D.
Addressing Perfectionism, with Lisa Van Gemert, M.Ed.T.
Understanding, Preventing, and Reversing Underachievement Among 2e Students, with Donna Y. Ford, Ph.D.
Schoolwide Enrichment & Talent Development, with Joseph Renzulli, Ed.D.
Academic Advocacy for 2e Children, with Bobbie Gilman, M.S.

See All 12 Experts & Topics

INCLUDED PRESENTATIONS:

Understanding and Addressing Emotion Regulation in 2e Children, Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D.
Gifted Physiology: How OE’s and Gifted Differences are Better Understood by Taking a Whole Body Approach, Joanna Haase, Ph.D., MFT
Finding Balance: Teaching 2e Students to be Self-Regulated, Dr. Richard M. Cash, Ed.D.
Understanding and Managing Asynchronous Development, Paul Beljan, Psy.D., ABPdN, ABN
Supporting the Success of Culturally Diverse 2E Students, Renae D. Mayes, PhD, NCC
Using Visual Metaphor to Teach 2e Learners, Don Ambrose, PhD
Creating a Secure World for 2e Kids, Deborah Reber, M.A.
Non-Linear Thinkers in a Linear World, Josh Shaine
Gifted at Work: Different Profiles, Different Challenges, Femke Hovinga, M.A.
Uncovering the Social Mind of Tweens & Teens, Maria Johnson, M.A. CCC-SLP
Looking at 2e Through a Developmental Trauma Lens, Greg Burnham, M.S., LMFT
Beyond Classification, LeDerick R. Horne

Tools to Educate and Empower You on Your 2e Journey

What Attendees Are Saying About These Annual Conferences

"After viewing the “Two Days of 2e Virtual Conference,” I now feel more empowered to help 2e children be recognized for their giftedness despite their challenges. This conference not only opened my eyes to see these students for who they truly are but it also equipped me with the knowledge and skills to help them reach their full potential...This conference has brought me deeper understanding of the needs of my own gifted children and useful research based tools to help advocate for them and for my future students."

"Julie, you are my savior! This is the kind of help I was so desperately needing. It is so hard to think objectively when strong emotions are in the middle.”

"I attended your session 'A Deep Understanding of the 2E Experience' at the SENG Conference in Chicago last month. First off, I must say I was blown away by your presentation. All of the information you shared was extremely helpful."

"Your presentation last night: STELLAR! No other comment needed!"

"I was at your talk last night. Thank you. It was informative, thoughtful, practical, wise. I felt like you'd been spying on me and my family for basically my whole life."

"Your presentation was well worth attending, with its practical strategies so well anchored in human psychology. As a life-long "presenter" myself, I compliment you on your ability to connect with an audience. Knowing well what you're talking about helps, but you bring a joy in the doing and in the caring that cements the audience's attachment to your every word."

"I can’t think of a more passionate advocate for children and families than Julie Skolnick! Understanding the nuances of children’s profiles in the area of gifted education is Julie’s strength. Her ability to embrace individual differences, understand, strategize and advocate for children, as well as suggest creative ideas for implementation is her aptitude."

"Originally flowing from her love of her own children, Julie has built a remarkable community of caring for all twice-exceptional families. She is a wonderful force of nature: Passionate, resourceful, smart and connected. When it comes to "calm" and "understanding," Julie delivers.”

Let's Talk 2e! Conferences

Online conference for parents, educators, and clinicians

What is your twice-exceptional experience?

we have three different conferences curated for you.

PARENT

EDUCATOR

2e ADULT

Conferences for 2e Adults

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