Ilse Gevaert

Ilse Gevaert is a highly skilled psychologist and coach with expertise in trauma, narcissistic abuse, resilience, giftedness, and neurodiversity (Autism and ADHD). Originally from Belgium, Ilse continued her education at prestigious institutions such as Harvard and Cornell, where she obtained leadership certificates that have informed her practice. Growing up without a left arm, has taught her resilience and self-acceptance. She refused to be a victim of her circumstances and chose instead to see her prosthetic arm as a symbol of strength and resilience, a reminder that she is capable of overcoming any obstacle that comes her way. She learned to adapt and thrive, finding creative solutions to everyday challenges and never allowing anyone to discourage her from pursuing her dreams.

Mother sitting on the floor with her child. Happily learning together. Reading books. Strategies for lifelong learning. Intrinsic Motivation vs reward systems.

Tips For Parents: 10 Strategies to Foster Lifelong Love of Learning

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Why Reward Systems Fail Long-Term Motivation Reward systems can make children and parents overly reliant on external incentives, undermining the development of intrinsic motivation. When children are constantly rewarded for their actions, they may start to expect a reward for every task they complete, leading to a dependency on these external motivators. This reliance can […]

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Digital Detox: 10 Healthy Ways to Boost Your Dopamine Levels

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Research shows that excessive screen time is detrimental to our well-being and is addictive. How did we get hooked? How do we reverse the process and boost Dopamine in healthy ways? Smartphones, Social Media, and Mental Health A range of studies link smartphone and social media use to increased mental distress, self-harm, and suicidal behavior

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twice exceptional boy who is gifted but struggling. he is gifted but he has a disability, Autism, ADHD, dyslexia. 2e.

What is Twice-Exceptionality? 

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Gifted with Disabilities: Dual Special Needs Twice-exceptionality (2e) refers to a unique condition in which individuals demonstrate both exceptional intellectual abilities, giftedness, alongside one or more learning disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders. These individuals possess extraordinary cognitive potential, yet their academic performance may be hindered by challenges such as dyslexia, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or sensory

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Breaking Free from Narcissistic and Psychopathic Abuse

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Deceived in Love: Confronting Narcissism and Psychopathy in Relationships The Partners’ Awakening to Abuse In relationships involving individuals with antagonistic personality traits, such as narcissism or psychopathy, the partner often finds themselves in a perplexing situation. The abuser may present a charming and charismatic facade to the outside world, portraying themselves as loving, caring, and

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Male Hand is the Puppeteer, and Controls the Puppet. This represents the manipulator: the narcissist, psychopath and machiavellian. the dark triad. the dark tetrad includes sadism.

The Dark Triad: Narcissism, Psychopathy, Machiavellianism

Healing from trauma and narcissistic abuse /

  Unmasking the Dark Triad: Narcissism, Psychopathy, Machiavellianism Narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism are three distinct personality traits often referred to collectively as the Dark Triad. The concept of the Dark Triad was first introduced by Delroy Paulhus and Kevin Williams in 2002.[1] While they share some similarities, each trait is characterized by unique features and

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Institutional Betrayal Trauma: The Effects of Re-Traumatization

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Re-Traumatization: Survivors’ Struggles Post-Trauma Experiencing trauma can fundamentally shift a person’s worldview, dividing their perception of the world into two distinct realms: those who understand trauma and those who do not. This division can have profound implications for interactions with therapists or the justice system, where lack of understanding can lead to triggering and re-traumatization

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Addressing Bias Against Women in the Workplace

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Women’s Struggle for Success in the Workplace The double bind women face in the workplace presents a challenging paradox. Unfair assessments and the “abrasiveness trap” based on gender stereotypes have real consequences for women in the workplace, particularly when it comes to promotions and opportunities for advancement. “Too nice” On one hand, there’s the societal

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Giftedness, Anxiety, Loss of Sleep, Heightened sensitivity, Struggle, Isolation, Fear of Failure

Giftedness and Anxiety: Struggles of Exceptional Minds

Giftedness /

The correlation between giftedness and special needs presents a paradoxical challenge for gifted individuals, often accompanied by heightened levels of anxiety. As giftedness increases, so too do the unique needs and complexities of the individual, leading to a delicate balancing act between exceptional abilities and heightened vulnerabilities. Gifted individuals possess exceptional cognitive abilities, characterized by

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ADHD Journeys: Navigating Life’s Unique Challenges

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ADHD Journeys: Navigating Life’s Unique Challenges The journey of individuals with ADHD is a unique and often challenging one, marked by a constant process of learning, growth, and self-discovery. From a young age, they navigate a world that may not always understand or accommodate their neurodivergent needs. Criticism and negative feedback can be a constant

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