Episode

EP 110 – Applied Behavioral Analysis

Unsure about ABA? In this episode, we review what’s considered the ‘Golden Standard’ therapy for Autism, Applied Behavioral Analysis, also known as ABA and discuss common goals for this form of therapy, how it is used to improve a child’s quality of life and what makes it so controversial.
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EP 109 – Speech Therapy

We take a deeper look into what you can expect at your child’s Speech Therapy (ST) sessions, what target areas Speech Therapy can help with, and some tools that may be provided to your child to include the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), sign language, and electronic communication devices (i.e. Read more
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EP 108 – Physical Therapy

Tune in as we explore Physical Therapy (PT) and what you can expect during sessions as we discuss common activities, potential benefits, and how Physical Therapy can help your child work on balance, core strength, or coordination among other key areas. We also explore how you can recreate physical therapy at Read more
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EP 107 – Occupational Therapy

Considering Occupational Therapy (OT)? Learn more about what you can expect in OT and some common reasons your child may be referred. We discuss examples of activities your child may work on during sessions to include heavy work, feeding therapy, and sensory regulation while sharing our personal insights and experiences Read more
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EP 106 – Finding the Balance

In this episode, we discuss the various therapies your child may be referred to after receiving an Autism diagnosis and give tips on how to manage your schedule as well as what to do if your child appears to hate therapy.
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EP 103 – Conquering D-Day

Tune in as we discuss what to expect at your child’s autism evaluation and compare the benefits and disadvantages of an in-person evaluation versus a telehealth or virtual assessment.
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EP 102 – Prepping for D-Day

So your child is on the waitlist, now what? Autism Evaluation waitlists take forever (1-2 years!), but that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck while you wait. Learn how to prepare for your child’s autism diagnosis and what you can do in the meantime. From where to get your Read more
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EP 101 – Demystifying Autism

What exactly is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Is my child showing red flags? Should I be concerned? Demystify Autism and learn about some common red flags, as we pull directly from our personal experience while tapping lightly into the science.
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