Parenting or working with neurodivergent children, teens, or young adults? Join us Jason Grygla, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Founder and Director of NeuroDev, a specialized mentoring program for neurodivergent young adults, and Debbie Grygla, Certified Parent Coach as we share practical tools, expert insights, and personal experiences to help you better support neurodivergents and foster their growth, development, and emotional well-being.
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All Autism Talk is a podcast where stories come to life and voices are heard, celebrating the beauty and strength of the autism community. Through heartfelt interviews with individuals on the spectrum, authors, and professionals, we share wisdom, courage, and hope. Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance, an educator looking to inspire, or a self-advocate on your journey, this podcast offers a place of connection and understanding. Join us as we honor the unique stories that unite us and wo ...
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Are you a parent of a child with Autism? Are you ready to rise above the diagnosis? Each week on Autism Parenting Secrets, we are going to share how you can rise up and become the parent you need to be. Get personalized support at: elevatehowyounavigate.com
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James Guttman, the dad behind "Hi Blog! I'm Dad", on raising a non-verbal teenager with Autism and a neurotypical teenage daughter. A show dedicated to positive special needs parenting and centered around his journey from Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance to Autism Appreciation.
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”Shifting the Narrative” is a podcast that seeks to dispel the myths, misconceptions, and fears around Everything Autism. Stacy Badon is an Autism Education specialist, Sensory Enrichment Therapist, and Parent Coach, with previous experience as a Speech Therapist and Early Intervention teacher for public schools. She has 20+ years of professional experience supporting families in the Autism community, as well as global experience volunteering with nonprofit organizations. Torrin Kearns is an ...
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The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt Cicoria is an interview-based show that features conversations with innovative scientists and practitioners in the field of Behavior Analysis. The podcast covers topics such as Autism, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Functional Communication Training, Verbal Behavior, and more!
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Raising an out-of-the-box kid can feel isolating. You wonder, Am I crazy? What am I doing wrong? The doubt, guilt, and exhaustion are overwhelming—and finding another mom who truly gets it feels impossible. That’s why the On The Hard Days podcast exists. Host Megan Champion knows the struggle firsthand and is on a mission to bring connection and support to moms raising neurodivergent kids. Each week, a brave mom shares her raw, honest story so you can feel seen, heard, and validated. Whether ...
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Where They’re Planted is a podcast for parents and care providers of unique children to gain skills, understanding and support. Listeners learn how to help children with developmental, emotional or behavioral challenges, neurodiverse brains, or difficult early life experiences bloom where they’re planted. Host Jen Bluske, occupational therapist and parent coach, offers rich insights using brain science, nervous system tools, collaborative strategy sessions and a deep understanding of the dev ...
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Our vision is to create a conversation around finding moments in time, in an organic way between family members. Our conversation will explore ways to provide practical tools to help families look up from their screens to find meaningful, connected moments that strengthen relationships with fundamental foundations that last a lifetime. Good friends, Chad, Trisha and LenEll, share their conversations ranging from child development to parenting. LenEll is the pro ... a Masters in Applied Psych ...
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BY YOUR SIDE Autism Podcast. Open and honest conversations from therapists, parents, educators, authors, and experts in the autism field. Topics include therapy tips, coping skills, ideas, strategies, and heartfelt conversations from parents who live with autism in their lives.
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Join Kate, ADHD Parent Coach, Author, and host of The ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast, as she interviews experts and advocates in ADHD for parents who are raising a child with ADHD. She explores many different ADHD-related aspects for parents to consider along their journey to create a better life for their child and family. Learn more at https://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is often talked about but is easily misunderstood. The Understanding Autism Podcast breaks down the misconceptions around autism for educators, parents and community members to promote awareness and understanding of neurodiverse people. Join hosts Nicole Kubilus, who shares her own personal experiences with autism, and Bret Thayer who shares his views on autism as a parent of an autistic child and an educator in this biweekly podcast.
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Real talk with Cari about stuff that really matters. Each bite-sized episode will be filled with happy stuff, heavy stuff, light stuff, and of course some speech therapy stuff as well. Our time together will be fun and informative...and while you might gain a few speech therapy-related nuggets along the way, my primary goal is for you to walk away feeling rejuvenated, motivated, and excited to go to work tomorrow. If you’re a parent, please come along for the ride. There is a place for you i ...
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Join parenting coach and mom-in-the-trenches, Penny Williams, as she helps parents, caregivers, and educators harness the realization that we are all beautifully complex and marvelously imperfect. Each week she delivers insights and actionable strategies on parenting and educating neurodivergent kids — those with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning disabilities... Her approach to decoding behavior while honoring neurodiversity, and parenting the individual child you have will provide you with th ...
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Welcome to On the Spectrum with Sonia Krishna Chand, the ultimate podcast dedicated to unraveling the beauty, challenges, and triumphs of living with autism and embracing neurodiversity. Hosted by Sonia Krishna Chand—renowned autism advocate, speaker, and author of the transformative new book Dropped In The Maze—this podcast is your go-to source for meaningful conversations about the spectrum of life. Each week, Sonia brings her deep expertise and personal passion to the microphone, diving i ...
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You’ve landed at Spark Launch — the guide star for embracing what it means to be neurodiverse. Hosted by Chaya Mallavaram (the artsy ADHD brain behind Spark Launch) and Mike Cornell (a peer support specialist who reminds us that imperfection is where the magic happens), this podcast dives deep into the messy, beautiful, and often challenging realities of neurodivergent life. Each episode blends personal stories with expert insights to tackle issues affecting our community, such as mental hea ...
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I'm Michelle, an Autism Mom & Life Coach for Parents of Children with Autism. I am expert in helping parents Potty Train and Improve the Communication Skills of their children, with a "straight forward" results-driven approach. My mission is to help every child with Autism to reach their greatest potential by empowering the most important people in their lives, THEIR PARENTS! I provide Autism Parents with the mental, emotional and tactical tools and strategies to help their child with what I ...
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Welcome to The Special Educator program! Our mission is to provide educational, self-help, and resource content for students, parents, and educators dealing with learning difficulties. Drawing from my own experiences as a student with limited resources, I'll share my coping skills and insights. Additionally, as a parent of two young adults, one diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and a former classroom science teacher, instructor, and tutor, I bring a wealth of knowledge to suppor ...
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In 1994 Asperger’s Syndrome was officially recognized. In 2013, it was no longer an official diagnosis. Today, it all falls under the category of Austism Spectrum Disorder. In my mind I see it as a line, right in the middle is what we label as “Normal”; the far left being severe autism, and the far right being an unlabeled disorder I call highly social with no social skills. I am left of normal. As an introverted, left of normal, entrepreneur and business owner, I have encountered a ton of u ...
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Empowering people with disabilities to live an incredible ordinary life.
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I’m Fiona Luke bringing you the iThrive Guide, a podcast where I will talk about topics related to child development. We will talk with kids and families and how they used their relationships, their strengths and challenges to be the people they are today. We will also talk to guests about what they enjoyed as a child and what activities and relationships they developed that really contributed to who they are today. I have worked with many kids, families and adults and I’m interested in how ...
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🎙️ Essential listening for psychology students, trainees, and early-career professionals who want to build confidence, gain insight, and thrive in their psychology journey. If you're striving to become a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, Health, Educational, or Occupational Psychologist - or you’re already qualified and looking for guidance in novel areas - this podcast is for you! I’m Dr. Marianne Trent, a qualified Clinical Psychologist, author, and creator of The Aspiring Psychologist Memb ...
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Interruptions is a podcast hosted by Rev. Odell M. Cooper and Cathy Patton, two parents whose lives were Interrupted - one by gun violence and the other by autism. The hosts use their voices to Disrupt the Silence caused by inherited faith and family traditions, cultural and societal stigmas, and fear. Each episode openly addresses racial and economic disparities and the impact on mental health in communities of Black and Brown people. Their guests share personal stories about how their live ...
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The Called to Flourish Podcast covers mental health topics through a Catholic Christian perspective to highlight human dignity and help achieve an integrated healing process of the heart, mind, and soul. It is hosted by Fr. Charles Sikorsky, LC, JD, JCL, President of Divine Mercy University (DMU), and Thomas Cronquist, Director of Institutional Advancement at DMU. Divine Mercy University is a graduate school of mental health and spiritual development that integrates Catholic Christian anthro ...
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You're Not a Body with a Soul, You're a Soul with a Body with Aaron Ash
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41:16Send us a text As many may know, May is mental health awareness month. However, what still needs more conversation about mental health is the fact that men too have mental health challenges. Men too deserve to share their stories and be heard. Men too deserve to be vulnerable without being told to "man up" or "suck it up." Aaron Ash bravely shares …
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My Son's Love Is Louder Than Any Challenge We Face
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12:38James Gutman shares personal stories about raising his son Lucas who has severe autism, revealing how his perspective evolved from fighting against pity to embracing complete appreciation for who his son is. •James discusses his upcoming book "Hi World, I'm Dad: How Fathers Can Journey from Autism Awareness to Acceptance, to Appreciation," releasin…
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Supporting Parents in ABA Services with Valencia Harper from Apollo Behavior: Session 301
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50:53When it comes to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), much of the focus is often placed on data collection, program goals, and measurable outcomes for the child. But what about the parents? Supporting caregivers is a critical, and sometimes overlooked, component of effective ABA services. In a recent podcast episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down …
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314: Don’t Be “That Parent:” How to Advocate Effectively & Compassionately, with Scotti Weintraub
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40:08Walking into school meetings can feel like navigating a minefield while carrying the weight of your child’s future. You're not alone — and in this episode, I sit down with education advocate and parent coach Scotti Weintraub to unpack how to have better, calmer, more productive conversations with your child’s teacher, especially when things are har…
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Episode 72: Creating Mindful Screen Time Habits at Home
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44:40Nobody likes to talk about screen time. But we live in the Digital Age, and it's time to start supporting families of young children in creating mindful screen time habits at home. One thing that all children with developing brains and bodies need is VARIED EXPERIENCES! Screen time should be just one of many experiences young children have access t…
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Welcome to Episode 257 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we shine a light on a hidden truth—focusing solely on killing bugs like Lyme or Bartonella often backfires. True healing starts with rebuilding your child’s immune system and supporting the gut. My guest is Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a MAPS-trained, board-certified naturopathic physician. She …
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Understanding the Autistic and ADHD Nervous System
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47:54Dr. Megan Anna Neff, a neurodivergent psychologist (autistic & ADHD) and founder of Neurodivergent Insights, returns to discuss the complexities of the nervous system, particularly autism and ADHD. She helps us understand the difference between sympathetic and parasympathetic responses, the concept of flooding, and the various triggers that can lea…
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Episode 027 - Making Friends Part 2 - Kidding Not Kidding
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25:47Part 2 of our making friends series, LenEll, Trisha and Chad talk about the line of humor vs sarcasm. Humor is anything that makes people laugh. It can be light-hearted or dark, slapstick or witty. Humor includes jokes, puns, funny stories! Sarcasm is more biting and intended to mock or convey contempt. Its often used to criticize or insult. An imp…
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Why ME/CFS Isn’t Just Tiredness: A Psychologist Breaks It Down
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40:49ME/CFS isn’t just tiredness, it’s a life-changing, often misunderstood neurological condition that impacts everything from mobility and cognition to emotional wellbeing. In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr Beth Godwin shares her powerful lived experience with ME/CFS, including how it affected her career, identity, and day-to-day life. We disc…
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Crash or Protect? The Parenting Dilemma No One Talks About
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21:31You want your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult to grow into a confident, capable adult. But what do you do when they’re heading straight toward failure? Do you step in and save them—or let them crash and hope they learn? If you’ve ever wrestled with that gut-wrenching decision, this episode will speak right to you. Because most parents ar…
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34: Failure as a Tool to Help Kids Build Autonomy
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28:46Jen Bluske discusses allowing children to fail as an important tool for supporting their increased resilience and autonomy. She explores the developmental context of growing autonomy and discuss strategies parents and teachers can use in order to support children during their times of frustration and failure. **Submit questions for Jen to answer on…
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Hi World I'm Dad: The Audiobook - Available Everywhere June 19
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12:30James Gutman makes a major announcement about his upcoming book "Hi World I'm Dad: How Fathers Can Journey from Autism Awareness to Acceptance to Appreciation" being released as an audiobook on June 19th, 2025. He shares personal reflections on recording the audiobook and his authentic approach to parenting his son Lucas. • The audiobook will be av…
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313: Build Resilience and Joy with Awe and Wonder, with Deborah Farmer Kris
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39:06The antidote to stress and disconnection could be awe. In this heartwarming episode, I chat with child development expert Deborah Farmer Kris about the transformative power of awe and wonder for beautifully complex kids. From music and nature to kindness and curiosity, we explore how tapping into these moments can reduce stress, regulate the nervou…
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Welcome to Episode 256 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we’re spotlighting a natural immune booster that’s clean, powerful, and easy to use—MICRONIC Silver. My guest is Jeffrey Adam, a passionate father and founder who co-created this unique form of silver after years of research and personal trial. Unlike traditional colloidal silver, MICRO…
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Ep. 212 Mom Lisa on Finding Time to *Care* About Herself Through a Very Unique Journey to Motherhood
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51:15"I just wanted to be a mom. I always wanted to be a mom." Mom Lisa's journey to motherhood was definitely an interesting one! Be sure to tune in! In this episode, we talk about: Life with 3 kids with various diagnoses & needs: Down Syndrome, ODD, ASD After infertility, the gift of motherhood in fostering and adoption How she helped others in her ch…
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Grief in Young Adulthood: Losing a Parent Before 30
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47:53Losing a parent in your teens or twenties is a uniquely painful experience that can shape your identity, relationships, and mental health for years to come. In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent speaks with Harry and Hannah from It's Time Charity, which supports young adults aged 16–30 who have experienced parental…
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When Your Inner Child Drives Your Success Bus with Andrea Andree
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51:50Send us a text Andrea Andree takes us on a transformative journey from being a corporate Engineer to becoming a leadership and embodiment coach for high-achieving women who want to get out of their heads and into their bodies. • Former project manager with two engineering degrees who felt unfulfilled despite checking all the boxes of success • High…
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5 Patterns That Help Neurodivergent Young Adults Transition to Adulthood with Confidence (Instead of Anxiety) with Debbie
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16:46If your neurodivergent teen or young adult is struggling to launch or if you find yourself constantly questioning whether you’re doing too much or not enough... this episode is for you. There’s a reason things feel stuck or fragile, even when you're working so hard to support them. It’s not about your efforts. It’s about the patterns shaping your d…
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From Worry to Wonder: When Life Forces You To See Differently
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12:56James reflects on his journey from worried father to advocate for autism appreciation, crediting his quintuple bypass surgery at 35 as a turning point in how he viewed his son Lucas's autism. Rather than focusing on what needed to be "fixed," James began appreciating Lucas's unique perspective and finding joy in moments others might misinterpret as…
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312: Discovering the Right Career Path for Neurodivergent Kids, with Hannah Maruyama
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33:58Is college really the only path to success? Not even close. In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Maruyama, co-founder of Degree Free, to challenge the outdated idea that college is the ultimate goal for every kid — especially for neurodivergent kids who may thrive outside traditional systems. We get deep into how redefining success, focusing on …
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Chronic Absenteeism and School Refusal: Session 300 with Kristen McNeely
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1:16:31Kristen McNeely joins me for an informative discussion about the challenging topic of School Refusal and Chronic Absenteeism. If you are in any way connected to a school community, you've probably heard about this difficult and growing problem. As we discuss in this episode, school refusal is an ever-growing concern, and it manifests itself in nume…
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Ep. 211 Mom Emily on Implementing the "Spoon Theory" Into Her Child's Day, and How Curiosity & Research Has Helped Her Grief & Acceptance
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58:36"I'm loving the information I'm gathering, even though it's really hard." Today's episode is with Emily, and I just LOVE her insight and vulnerability! Ever heard of the "Spoon Theory"? Be sure to listen in on this one! In this episode, we talk about: The anxiety of *not knowing* when the other shoe will drop The stress of continuous medical issues…
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Welcome to Episode 255 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week’s conversation spotlights a powerful intervention more parents are getting curious about—EBOO. Our guest is Dr. Phillip Yoo, an expert in regenerative medicine and a featured speaker at the Autism Health Summit. He unpacks why this therapy is gaining attention as a “blood oil change” tha…
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What Do Occupational Psychologists Actually Do? Organisational Psychology
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46:34In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr. Marianne Trent talks to Dr. Joe Grey, an experienced organisational psychologist, about what occupational and organisational psychologists actually do. We explore how occupational psychology helps to improve workplace wellbeing, support employees during major change, reduce burnout, and buil…
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Is This Helping or Hurting? 5 Ways We Accidentally Undermine Independence with Debbie
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22:52You’re doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult grow into an independent adult, but what if some of the things you’re doing to help are actually holding them back? It’s not because you don’t care. It’s because so many of us are working from outdated ideas about what builds independence, and those ideas just d…
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33: The Power and Process of Acceptance in Parenting
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19:01Jen Bluske describes the process of moving toward acceptance in ones parenting journey and how to acknowledge both the vision of what we thought parenting would be and what the reality is. She discusses how through acceptance parents can authentically create connection and harbor growth in their children. **Submit questions for Jen to answer on the…
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From being unable to say the word "autism" aloud to embracing the term "severe autism," James Gutman shares his transformative seven-year journey with his son Lucas in this heartfelt episode. He recalls a pivotal moment when someone referred to his non-verbal son's condition as "the real autism," triggering both offense and reflection about how we …
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311: Fostering Self-Discovery for Your Autistic Kid, with Sol Smith, MS, MFA, EDS
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34:01What if your child’s “overexplaining” isn’t defiance, but a deep need to be understood? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Sol Smith — autistic adult, author, life coach, educator, and dad of four neurodivergent kids — to talk about the inner world of autistic individuals. From masking and sensory differences to building…
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Ep. 210 Mom Sarah on Re-Imagining & Re-Shaping Her Life to Understand How to Support Her ND Kids
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1:00:55"I was providing for my family, and I was dead inside." Today's episode is with Sarah, whose motherhood journey will sound VERY relatable to many of you! Don't miss this one! In this episode, we talk about: What it's like being the "breadwinner" AND the co-regulator. When your kids have overlapping, opposite needs. Raising ND kids who go to 3 diffe…
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Welcome to Episode 254 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we’re spotlighting the hidden drivers behind chronic inflammation in kids on the spectrum, especially neuroinflammation. Our guest is Bob Miller, a functional genomics pioneer and founder of the NutriGenetic Research Institute. Bob unpacks the ways genetic weaknesses and environmental e…
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Understanding Repetitive Behavior: Session 299 with Bill Ahearn
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1:34:49Dr. Bill Ahearn joins me in Session 299 of Behavioral Observation. I met Bill a few times at conferences and I'm so glad we finally had a chance to sit down and record a podcast together. Bill is the Director of Research at The New England Center for Children. Long time listeners may recall that NECC sponsored a series of episodes, and in this podc…
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The Psychology of Feedback: How to Receive It (Without Falling Apart)
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17:28Why does feedback sometimes feel like a personal attack, even when it’s meant to help? In this episode, Dr Marianne Trent explores the emotional and psychological reactions we have to feedback, particularly when it touches on our sense of self-worth. Whether it’s a peer review, a supervisor’s suggestion, or an unsolicited comment, learning to recei…
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From Surviving to Thriving—Our Journey, Lessons, and the Heart Behind NDM
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11:35You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent loved one. So why does it still feel like nothing’s working? You’re not alone. We’ve been there too—desperate for answers, bouncing from expert to expert, trying every intervention, school, and strategy we could find… and still feeling stuck in survival mode. In…
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Autism Appreciation Isn't Just About The Happy Times
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13:04James Gutman explores the evolution from autism awareness to acceptance to appreciation as a father raising his nonverbal son, Lucas. He shares personal stories about appreciating his son's unique perspective on life, including the refreshing honesty that comes with autism even during challenging moments. • The differences between autism awareness,…
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310: Connecting Through Conversation: Rethinking Behavior Strategies for Schools, with Erika Bare & Tiffany Burns
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31:59What if we stopped calling kids “attention-seeking” and started calling them “connection-seeking?” In this heart-opening episode, I sit down with veteran educators and authors Erika Bare and Tiffany Burns to rethink how we approach behavior in schools — especially for neurodivergent kids. From eliminating power struggles to building culture through…
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Autism Diagnosis Without Bias: Eye Gaze Technology and Equity in Action
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43:20Dr. Hanna Rue and Jonathan Lehmann join us to discuss the importance of early diagnosis and the potential of a new tool aimed at addressing health disparities, particularly for families from diverse backgrounds. In this episode, we explore the application of the EarliPoint device, which uses eye gaze tracking technology to diagnose autism in childr…
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Cari and Jim discuss the bias in autism research and how this affects girls getting an autism diagnosis.By Cari Ebert
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Welcome to Episode 253 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we're exploring something every parent needs to embrace—supporting your child in expressing their true self. Our guest is Kathleen (Kathy) Somers, a talented creative and now author of Barely Visible, a moving memoir about raising her son with Asperger’s. Her story isn’t just relatable—…
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El Estado del Análisis de la Conducta en Puerto Rico con la Dra. Yaniz Padilla Dalmau: BOP en Español 14
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1:23:58El Estado del Análisis de la Conducta en Puerto Rico con la Dra. Yaniz Padilla Dalmau En este episodio, tuve el honor de conversar con la Dra. Yaniz Padilla Dalmau, una de las voces más comprometidas y visionarias en el desarrollo del análisis de la conducta en Puerto Rico. A través de una charla llena de realidades, aprendizajes y esperanza, explo…
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Navigating Neurodiversity in Early Childhood Education: Insights and Strategies
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32:01Learn kind and practical tips to support your ADHD child by downloading the First 3 Chapters of my book for FREE here: https://bit.ly/first_3chapters ----------------------------------------------------------- Join host Kate Brownfield from ADHDKidsCanThrive.com in an enlightening conversation with Cassie Korbfort, MSEd, a Child Development Special…
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Becoming a Clinical Psychologist: My Story - Dr Marianne Trent
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32:41Ever wondered what it really takes to become a clinical psychologist? In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Marianne Trent reads her personal chapter from The Clinical Psychologist Collective for the very first time. She shares her authentic journey from assistant psychologist to qualification, including setbacks, creative CV boosters, tips for reflec…
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Navigating the Parent-Mentor Balance with Jason
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24:48Ever catch yourself wondering "Am I doing too much… or not enough?" Whether you're stepping in to help your child solve a problem—or stepping back to let them figure it out—finding that balance can feel like walking a tightrope. You might be working overtime to fix, rescue, or guide every decision, only to feel exhausted… or you might pull back too…
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Why I Don't Want To "Cure" My Non-Verbal Son's Autism
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13:26What does it really mean to love your child unconditionally? In this raw, heartfelt episode, James Gutman tackles the controversial topic of "curing" autism, sharing why he celebrates rather than seeks to change his 14-year-old non-verbal son Lucas. After his recent HuffPost article went viral, James found himself at the center of an intense debate…
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309: Coping Skills for Kids, Teens, and Adults, with Janine Halloran, MA, LMHC
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35:56What if the big feelings your child has aren’t a problem — but a clue? In this comforting conversation, I sit down with Janine Halloran, LMHC — therapist, mom, and author of Coping Skills for Kids — to talk all things anger, coping, and emotional regulation for neurodivergent kids and their families. We dig into why some kids explode, what to do in…
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The CDC released the most recent autism prevalence numbers which showed an increase from 1 in 36 kids to 1 in 31 kids. In this episode, Cari and Jim discuss factors contributing to the increase in autism prevalence in the United States including 1) improved understanding of the Autistic neurotype, 2) increased identification of autism in previously…
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Mold Inspections MUST Be Reliable & Strategic
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57:15Welcome to Episode 252 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we're diving deeper into a hidden threat that impacts far too many families: mold. Not just visible mold—but the kind that’s lurking, undetected, and driving chronic health issues. Our guest, Brian Karr, is a certified microbial investigator and co-founder of We Inspect. He returns to e…
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Breaking Autism Stereotypes with Sam Mitchell
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26:01Send us a text Sam Mitchell shares his journey of being diagnosed with autism at age four and transforming his experiences into a platform for advocacy through podcasting and motivational speaking. Sam turned his pain into purpose by giving back and helping others. • Diagnosed with classic autism symptoms including repetitive behaviors, restricted …
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Ep. 209 Mom Dalynn on Putting in the Work on *Herself* to Lead Her Family With Love & Understanding, Instead of Yelling & Anxiety
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48:07Today's episode is with Dalynn, who shared some really vulnerable, tough stuff in this conversation. It's a powerful episode not to be missed. **Trigger Warning: Talk of hitting/physical abuse at the 21:00 mark** In this episode, we talk about: What it's like raising 5 teens/young adults When you're raising an ND kid with grandparents Raising a kid…
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Do You Have to Drive to Be a Psychologist? Hidden Discrimination in Mental Health Employment?
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45:02Is a driving licence an essential requirement to become a psychologist, or is it a hidden barrier that excludes talented individuals from progressing in their careers? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent is joined by Jake, an aspiring psychologist, to unpack the real-world challenges of not being able to drive in…
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32: Kids and Electronics - Part Two: Strategies for Families with Meredith Wodrich
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30:32Jen Bluske is joined again by Meredith Wodrich for Part Two of an important conversation about screens and children. Jen and Meredith offer valuable strategies and places to start to begin to change a parent’s relationship with their child around electronics. They discuss further the use of electronics effect on development and the nervous system a…
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