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A podcast designed to provide tips, tools, techniques, and stories to assist parents as they navigate raising children on the autism spectrum. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michele-portlock/support
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Dr David and Laura Palmer are the founders of Inclusion Matters Education Services. With a mission to empower parents as advocates for their neurodivergent children, they bring a unique blend of professional expertise and lived experience to the table.
Their journey began years ago when they adopted five siblings, each with their unique neurodivergent traits. This personal experience fueled their passion for advocacy and led to the founding of Inclusion Matters--a platform committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in education.
Whether you're a parent, an educator, or someone who believes in equitable access to education, you won't want to miss this conversation. To learn more about their work, visit inclusionmattersed.com or follow them on social media @includionmattersed.
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This is one of those episodes you don't want to miss. Liz Feicht works as the Family Caregiver Community Outreach Lead for Solace Pediatric Healthcare and she takes the time to break down the Medicaid waiver process. And she does this in her informative and engaging way. You'll want to have a pen and notepad handy. And to all of those families that don't believe they will qualify for Medicaid services, take a listen and rethink the opportunities that may be afforded to your family.
Solace Pediatric Healthcare is the leading provider of family caregiver, occupational, physical, speech, and feeding therapy services. Since 2005, their clinicians have provided pediatric care to children from birth to 21 years of age. At Solace, they've instilled a culture built on trust, communication, teamwork, and accountability. Their mission is to provide pediatric healthcare services to help children and families live their best lives.
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Abbey Butcher is an IEP Coach, a parent of children with behavioral needs, a special education teacher and a behavior specialist. She has 11+ years drafting behavior plans for students and her own children's behavioral needs and has helped hundreds of kids be more regulated and successful in school.
When addressing a child's behavioral needs, Abbey brings a brain-based approach. Supports she recommends will focus on helping a child to regulate and engage in their classroom setting.
She is a proud member of the Master IEP Network and cannot wait to help you on your IEP Journey!
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In 2020, Tiffany and her husband, Cyle Feingold, founded Guiding Bright Minds, a community of educators, professionals, non-profits, and parents of neurodivergent children on their journey. Tiffany's motivation and passion for Guiding Bright Minds stem from her journey as a parent of a neurodivergent child and spouse to a neurodivergent husband.
Tiffany is passionate about helping build a meaningful community around parents and families raising neurodivergent children. Take a listen to learn more about how she can help you, as a parent, build a community of support and connection.
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Sam Mitchell is autistic and runs a successful podcast called Autism Rocks and Rolls. Sam is a motivational speaker and entrepreneur who sells merchandise and writes creatively for his podcast. Sam has published a TED talk called Souled Structure, and he also recently graduated from high school.
Together Sam and I talk about some of the challenges he has experienced as an autistic individual. We also talk about lessons learned. Sam shares advice for parents who are raising an autistic child. You can find Sam Mitchell on Instagram @autismrocksandrolls. He can also be found on multiple other platforms under the same name.
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Jason is a single father of an 8 yo daughter, a retired navy man, and co-creator of the Next Time I'm Up reminders app. Together Jason and I discuss what inspired this app and all of the app's many uses. This is a useful tool for all the little things you wish you remembered to do when you were up and about. Take a listen, and then go download the app.
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This episode with Amanda Diekman focuses on low-demand parenting. Amanda tells us what it is, who it benefits, and why she uses low-demand parenting herself. Amanda has also written a book on low-demand parenting that will be out in the near future.
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Beatrice Moise is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, parent coach, national speaker, and author of Our Neurodivergent Journey. She also has a unique parenting channel on YouTube that is dedicated to educating individuals on neurodiversity. Together we discuss why understanding neurodiversity matters, and specifically why it matters to Beatrice. Beatrice is engaging, educated, insightful, and passionate about being a resource for struggling parents.
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Natashia Kletter is the creator of the I Want to Tell You book series. Her books are created as a simple and fun form of assistive communication. They create a way to help our loved ones communicate their basic needs and beyond. Her book series is a meaningful tool that we can use in our own homes.
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Sivan Hong is a neurodivergent author and mom. She is an author and illustrator of the Super Fun Day Books Series which focuses on social stories and neurodivergent children. Sivan is passionate about advocating for her own neurodivergent children as well as the neurodivergent children of others. She believes that when we, as parents, advocate together, we can really make a difference in the lives of our neurodivergent loved ones.
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Elliot was diagnosed autistic at the age of 17. Elliot is now 19 years old and still processing what his diagosis means specifically for him. Elliot is insightful and a solid communicator. He loves playing ultimate frisbe and playing instruments such as his guitar, bass, and drums. He also loves film.
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Together Cary Colleran and I discuss ADHD and how she helps her clients better navigate in this world. We also talk about the differences between ADHD and Autism. Cary is educated, hilarious, and relatable, and you're going to want to be her friend after you listen to this episode.
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Brynne is the owner of Made to Play Pediatric Therapy. She has been an Occupational Therapist for 7 years and has practiced in just about every pediatric setting possible. At Made to Play, she offers clinic and home-based OT to children 0 to 21 years of age in the Denver Metro area. Brynne believes in meeting the sensory needs of each child through play, and in the power of connection.
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Dr. Marc Avner has been our family pediatrician for nearly ten years now. I have recognized his interest and love for all the children he cares for, but particularly those with additional needs. Together we discuss the importance of developmental milestones and how those milestones may signal the need for autism testing. Dr. Marc talks about traits he often sees in young children prior to an autism diagnosis and then what supports practices can provide for their patients upon receiving an autism diagnosis.
Dr. Marc is full of knowledge, experience, and compassion, and you will appreciate what you learn from him during this discussion. Thank you Dr. Marc!
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Emily McAllister is a certified life coach and co-founder of Lead with Love Coaching, LLC. She is also a mother and a champion for helping people find their individual worth. She utilizes the science and psychology-based program of Clarity Point in working with her clients, specifically parents, youth, and young adults, who are trying to navigate their faith as well as LGBTQ+ neuro-diversity issues.
Emily is all heart and, her experiences in life as a mother of an autistic young adult have led her to a place where she helps others navigate their neurodivergent experiences and struggles. She leads with love and helps others to move from fear-based thinking toward love-based thinking.
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Dr. Kristin Wegner is knowledgeable and well-versed in neurodiversity. She is neurodivergent herself, which leads to a greater understanding of her profession. Kristin earned her master's degree in special education and then began to work in the field of behavior. She fell in love with the opportunity she had to work with autistic children. She went back to school to become a clinical psychologist, and then started her own company which she has been running for the past few decades.
Kristin has also written an award-winning book series called Brody the Lion. Through Brody's experiences, children with additional needs get to learn about self-regulation and other important life skills.
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If you have ever worried about the employment future of your neurodivergent child, then this episode is just for you. Anthony Pacilio is recognized domestically and internationally as an expert in neurodiverse employment and currently serves as Vice President of CAI Neurodiverse Solutions. Anthony discusses the Talent Discovery program implemented with the goal of getting to know the strengths of each neurodivergent individual seeking employment opportunities. And what I like best is the humanity that exists within CAI Neurodiverse Solutions. After you listen, you can check out CAI Neurodiverse Solutions by going to CAI.io. Make sure to listen and share. This information is a game-changer for so many neurodivergent individuals seeking meaningful and accommodating employment.
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Danish Mumtaz is a father to an autistic teenage son living in Pakistan. Danish has tapped into his own skillsets to create a social media platform centered on autism. Together, Danish and I discuss needs within the autism community at large, and how legislation is needed to help bring more resources to autistic families, as well as awareness within communities.
Danish is dynamic and passionate about being the father to an autistic teenage son. He inspires others to do better by reaching out and informing those around him. This is a fantastic listen.
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Kirsten Hobbs is a wife and mother of four boys, three of which are autistic. Her boys are ages 18, 15, 13, and 8. Together we talk about how autism presents differently in each individual. We also discuss the impact autism has had on her youngest, neurotypical child. Kirsten is open and honest about the challenges and the beauty. Take a listen and find out for yourself.
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Jared and Amy Allen live in Idaho Falls, Idaho. They are the parents of 5 children, including an adult son who was recently diagnosed with ASD. Jared, Amy, and their family have worked hard together to create their family lavender farm; School Bell Flower Farm. And my favorite part is how they have involved their autistic son, Noah, after all, he was their inspiration.
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