Autism Weekly

This week, we are joined by two board members from BABA, Black Applied Behavior Analysts. Dr. danyelle beal is a Clinical Psychologist whose dissertation research focused on resiliency factors in Black women who have survived trauma in their youth. She obtained her undergraduate degree at CSU Long Beach in Child Development and Psychology with a minor in Communicative Disorders and went on to obtain a Master’s of Art in Teaching (Deaf and Hard of Hearing Studies) with an emphasis in Applied Behavioral Analysis. Camille "Cammie" Williams is a Black, lesbian, cisgender woman who holds the title Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Her work focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), social justice, autism and exceptional needs services, mentorship, advocacy for Ovarian Cancer and systematic self-love & self-care.Today we will talk about Trauma Assumed Care and the need for support for Black Clinicians and the Black Families they service. Dowload lastest episode to learn more! Resources: https://msha.ke/danyellebeal  Instagram: cammiepartonspears Facebook: Cammie Morgan   Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together In The Cafeteria, Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America's Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing, The Role of the Behavioral Scientist (written by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr)   White Tears Brown Scars by Ruby Hamad   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week we welcome the leaders of the ABS Kids Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Sierra King and Kelly Johnson-Martinez to talk with us about the development of our Diversity Statement and the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in ABA. The Diversity Statement represents a clinical, administrative, and executive team that’s dedicated to working together to build a better culture in the field of ABA as they continue to provide quality care to kiddos on the spectrum and their families.  Sierra is an ABA therapy center assistant and RBT based out of Charlotte, North Carolina.  Kelly is a Behavior Analyst based in Temecula, California. We are so fortunate to have passionate team members leading us in such important initiatives. We are excited to talk with you about diversity, equity, and inclusion ABA. Download the episode to learn more!   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week we welcome Leticia Moreno and danyelle beal from BABA to the podcast. BABA is hosting its first annual Black Applied Behavior Analyst conference in June. BABA aims to reduce barriers for African American students, professionals, and parents within the ABA community. Download the podcast today to listen to our discussion about the upcoming conference and the importance of diversity in ABA. We will see you at BABA!  Register to join the baba conference: https://babainfo.org/register/ Check out the BABA Conference Schedule: https://babainfo.org/schedule-2021/ Check out Leticia's ABA Group in DC: https://www.withinmetherapy.com/ Learn More about danyelle beal: https://www.danyellebeal.com/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week we welcome Esperanza Reyes to the podcast. Experanza has extensive experience working with parents of children with Autism through her role as the associate director of parent training at the Utah Parent Center. She holds a Masters in Human Development and Social Policy, along with a Graduate Certificate in Disability Studies. She is a first generation, Spanish speaking individual who has first hand experience navigating the LatinX community response to autism as she herself has a young son on the spectrum. We are thrilled to learn more from her experience and how she now counsels parents who are navigating the world with a child with autism.  Resources mentioned:  Family Voices English: https://familyvoices.org/ Family Voices Espanol: https://familyvoices.org/resources/?sq=&f%5B%5D=spanish Center for parent information and resources:https://www.parentcenterhub.org/ The national center for cultural competence: https://nccc.georgetown.edu/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.  Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com. 

Autism exists independent of race, country of origin, or economic status. Despite this, people of color are less likely to receive an early diagnosis and often face a longer road toward accessing services. That leaves us with the question “how do we close the gap and provide equal access to care.”  We are excited to discuss this big topic with Miss Jamie Upshaw. Jamie operates a nonprofit in Pennsylvania called Autism Urban Connection Inc . Autism Urban Connections is the first and only African American, Minority, family-focused Autism 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Pennsylvania. Its mission is to educate, support and empower families of individuals diagnosed with Autism.  Autism Urban Connections Inc. https://www.aucofpgh.org/ Learn more about the Listen Up, Close the Gap! campaign: https://www.aucofpgh.org/listen-up-close-the-gap-campaign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.  Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.   

This week we welcome Nick Klinkefus to the podcast to discuss sexual orientation and gender identity within the autism community.  Nick is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst based in Salt Lake City, Utah. He has been in the field for about 5 years and is passionate about helping children with autism learn new skills. He is also a part of the LGBTQ+ community and volunteers with local groups for the queer community. Individuals with autism are more likely to identify as LGBTQ+. The exact rate is unknown although it’s estimated to be between 15-35 percent. Download the podcast today to learn more!  Resources: Books: https://bookriot.com/books-for-parents-of-lgbt-kids/ Sexuality and Autism: https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/development/sexual-development/sexuality-teens-with-asd Individuals With Autism Are More Likely to Identify as LGBTQ+: https://sparkforautism.org/discover_article/autism-lgbtq-identity/ Human Rights Campaign: https://www.hrc.org/resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.  Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com. 

Autism spectrum disorders impact children from every socio-economic background, every race, religion, and in every country. Children with Autism learn differently but each of them has the right to learn. This week we are looking at the cultural differences in the treatment of Autism. We are excited to be joined by Molly Ola Pinney, the founder and CEO of the Global Autism Project. The mission of the Global Autism Project is to promote acceptance and integration of individuals on the spectrum across the world.  Learn more about the Global Autism Project by clicking here: https://www.globalautismproject.org/ Listen to Molly's TedX talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/molly_ola_pinney_doing_things_for_others_doesn_t_help   Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  Thanks for tuning in. See you again next week. 

This week are republishing episode #38 where we welcome Rachel Grondin-Martinez to the podcast to talk about Summer Fun and Creativity in ABA Treatment Delivery. Rachel has been in the field of ABA for the past 7 years and has seen firsthand how powerful summer learning can be for a child on the spectrum. We are thrilled to learn more about how families can get the most out of their ABA therapy program while still having an awesome amount of fun. Download the podcast today to learn more!  Resources / Mentions:  Tips for making the adjustment to summer Ernie Els #Game On - Auitsm & Golf Autism Surf Camp . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week we welcome Dr. Matthew Wappett to the podcast to talk with us about strategies for community inclusion and belonging. Dr. Wappett is a researcher, a writer, and an educator in leadership, stress management, and inclusion. His expertise in Disability Studies informs his approach to "compassionate leadership," which has been taught in a variety of organizations and classrooms but is also completely relevant in our everyday lives. Dr. Wappett's research also looks at the impacts of laughter as a stress-reduction technique and a tool to create social inclusion. Download the latest episode to learn more!  Resources:  Learn more about Dr. Wappett: https://www.matthewwappett.com/about learn more about laughter yoga on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matthewwappett ................................................................ Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.    

This week we have an exciting episode. Jeff Skibitsky visited Erik’s Ranch in person and talked with some of the awesome team members on the spectrum that are critical to the operations of the ranch. As a high-level overview, Erik’s Ranch proudly offers a first-of-its kind living, working and social environment for young adults with autism. Not only are both locations home to young adults with autism, but individuals operate the boutique-style guest accommodations at the two destination locations in Minnesota and Montana. Erik’s Ranch was recently featured on the Netflix series "The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals". Take a listen to our conversation with Lucas, Chuck, and JoJo from Erik’s Ranch!   Learn more about Erik's Ranch: https://eriksranch.org/https://eriksranch.org/ Introduction to Erik's Ranch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=TLGG2EXJOOyt324yNDA2MjAyMg&v=-739jpzAhjo&feature=emb_title Check out the Netflix series "The World's Most Exciting Vacation rentals": https://eriksranch.org/index.php/check-us-out-on-netflix/ ................................................................ Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week we welcome Rhiannon Rose, an autism mom to three awesome kids, to the podcast to share her tried and true tips on how to make traveling fun for the whole family. We will talk about how to prepare for travel, vacation ideas, and tips on how to handle potential stressors. With Thanksgiving and the winter holidays right around the corner, we have a lot to learn from her experience! Download the latest episode to learn more!  Follow Rhiannon Rose on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Autism-and-Go/100065015343897/ Follow Rhiannon Rose on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autismandgo/ Check out Rhiannon's Website! https://autismandgo.com/   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  

This week we are joined by Behavior Analyst and mother of two, Leanne Page. Leanne is the author of the book ‘Parenting with Science” and runs a website titled ParentingwithABA.org where she shares helpful tips with families looking to improve their parenting strategies, reduce parent burnout, and build connections with their kids.  As a parent coach, author, and designer of educational courses, Leanne excels at assisting parents in sifting through the noise and drama of parenting advice. Download the podcast to learn more!  Visit Leanne's Website and Access Helpful Resources!   https://www.parentingwithaba.org/ Purchase the book 'Parenting With Science": https://www.amazon.com/Parenting-Science-Behavior-Analysis-Sanity/dp/0692495282/ref=asc_df_0692495282/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312162455511&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3711142130719316531&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029703&hvtargid=pla-573486146532&psc=1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.    

This week we welcome Behaviorbabe an online persona created by Dr. Amanda N. Kelly, who is an ethical supporter of the accurate application of behavior analysis. As a result of her effective dissemination efforts and unwavering passion and commitment to expanding access to services, Behaviorbabe has received invitations to lecture before audiences all over the world, including those in Canada, Manila, Bermuda, Turkey, and the United States. Download the latest episode to listen in on our discussion regarding fundamental ethical behavior analysis.  Check out the Behavior Babe Website and Digital Resource Library:  Website: https://www.behaviorbabe.com/ Infographics Library: https://www.behaviorbabe.com/aba-infographics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  

Our Special guest today is David Isaacman, from the Netflix Series Love on the Spectrum and he is joined by his sister Alison Issacman! We are excited to talk to them both about their experience on the show, and about his experience in the dating world.  A little bit about David, he is one of three triplet siblings, he sees numbers as different colors and his all-time favorite animal is the lion. As an extracurricular activity, David is involved in a program called The Miracle Project, which is a theatre program for people of all abilities that are on the spectrum. Through this program, he got to be on the Netflix show Atypical as one of the cast members in Sam's autism support group. Most recently, David participated in the popular Netflix show, Love on the Spectrum. Alison is a member of his support team, one of his triplet siblings, and his biggest fan.   Where to watch Love on the Spectrum: Netflix! https://www.netflix.com/watch/81473582?trackId=255824129 Follow David on social media!  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@david_loveonthespectrum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david_loveonthespectrum/ Thank you for listening to the 100th episode of the Autism Weekly podcast! We are so grateful to provide this resource to families, autistic self-advocates, clinicians, and the greater community at large. Over the past 100 episodes, we have learned so much from each other. From parents sharing their best self-care tips to professionals explaining what an IEP is, to behavior analysts talking ABA basics – we are excited to continue to provide timely and helpful podcasts to our listeners.   The Autism Weekly podcast is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with autism. Shout out to CEO Adam Singer for supporting the program, and Anna Kacinski and Jeremi Fulmore for producing, editing, and publishing.   Cheers to 100 episodes!   

This week we welcome Chris Collins to the podcast to talk about the role ABA can play in clinical settings and general education to support inclusion. Chris is the founder of a Florida-based non-profit called “A-B-Aid Suncoast.” The non-profit helps families get access to the care they need. There are often barriers to getting ABA in the school system. Back to school is in full swing, this is a great episode to listen to. Download this episode to learn more!  Visit the A-B-Aid Suncoast Website: https://www.abaidsuncoast.org/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  

This week we welcome professor, and author, Dr. Hank Schlinger to the podcast to talk with us about how building self-esteem plays a role in living a happy & healthy life.  Dr. Schlinger is the author of the book “How to Build Good Behavior and Sef–Esteem in Children” which is an excellent resource for both parents of kids on the spectrum as well as the clinicians that help those children. We also talk about the importance of building caregivers' confidence in their ability to parent! Download the podcast to learn more!  Check out Dr. Hank's books:  https://www.amazon.com/BUILD-GOOD-BEHAVIOR-SELF-ESTEEM-CHILDREN/dp/B097SJKQCH https://www.amazon.com/B-Skinner-Revolutionary-Science-Behavior/dp/B09WCBT195/ref=asc_df_B09WCBT195/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=582210479008&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7481954348115043659&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029757&hvtargid=pla-1647642357533&psc=1 Follow Dr. Hank on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hschling/ . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  

This week we welcome Rob Gorski to the podcast to talk with us about his experience as a full-time, single dad to three awesome young men on the spectrum. He’s also the author of the ‘Autism Dad Blog’ and host of the “Autism Dad Podcast’ where he shares real-life stories that inspire other parents across the country.  In some ways, Rob’s family is like every other family, and in many other ways, they are very different. We are so excited to talk with you today about your life parenting three unique individuals on the spectrum. Download the latest episode to learn more:  Visit theautismdad.com to follow Rob's podcast, blog, and all of the other awesome projects him and his family are a part of!  https://www.theautismdad.com/ Follow Rob on Social Media:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/theautismdad  Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/robgorski78  Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/theautismdad  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robgorski/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theautismdad/ 

This week we welcome Dr. Jerrod Brown back to the podcast to talk with us about Trauma Informed Care. Jerrod has been featured on multiple episodes of the podcast. We have talked about a variety of topics including executive functioning, screen time use, social cognition, and theory of mind.  Jerrod’s a professor, trainer, and private consultant with extensive experience working with individuals on the spectrum. As we all know, each person with autism is unique and might need additional support in some areas. Families and professional care teams alike should both consider historical traumas when caring for a child in order to help them reach their goals.  Download the podcast to learn more!  Check out some of the awesome resources mentioned in this episode:  Creating Collective Healing and Resilience with Jerrod Brown - Episode 31 of the We Rise podcast  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkK3PKt60Vo  EP 69: An "ACES" Overview.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFrchXogjvY  Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and the Criminal Justice System with Dr. Jerrod Brown  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adverse-childhood-experiences-aces-and-the/id1532678240?i=1000560502434  Below is a link to an article I recently published:  Interview Considerations – Complex Trauma  https://www.policechiefmagazine.org/interview-considerations-complex-trauma/?ref=9937077895167230546fd4935d074fdd  Reach out to Jerrod Brown directly:  jerrod01234brown@live.com . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week we welcome Dr. Anila Khan, founder of the Global Alliance for Persons with Different, Additional, and Special Needs (or GAPDAS for short) to the podcast to talk with us about teaching financial independence and literacy for those on the spectrum.  She’s a clinical psychologist, Psychotherapist Speech and language therapist based out of Pakistan that has been working with the autistic population since 2011. Download the podcast to learn more!  Connect with Dr. Anila Khan:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.anilakhan/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.AnilaKhan.MentalHealthMatters/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/Anilakhan11   . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week we welcome Taylor Duncan to the podcast to talk with us about the awesome nonprofit he founded and is the CEO of called the Alternative Baseball Organization (or ABO for short). ABO empowers and inspires others with autism to learn new skills and achieve their dreams. Since starting Alternative Baseball, Taylor’s been featured on over 400+ national and local media outlets across the United States of America and beyond! Today the program is setting up new programs in 12+ states across the country with many more on the way.  Download or listen to the podcast today to learn more!  Learn More About the Alternative Baseball Program: https://www.alternativebaseball.org/ Learn More About Taylor Duncan: https://www.alternativebaseball.org/commissioner Check Out ABO Vs. The Pros: https://www.alternativebaseball.org/abovspros Follow ABO on Social Media!  Facebook @Officialtaylorcduncan Twitter @taylor_c_duncan Instagram @alternativebaseball TikTok @alternativebaseball Twitter @ABOBaseball Facebook @Alternativebaseball  . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.