This week, we are joined by Dr. Emily Casanova, who is a recent addition to the Neuroscience program and the Department of Psychological Sciences at Loyola University, New Orleans. With a background in psychology, anatomy, and neurobiology, Dr. Casanova's research focuses on autism, including its connections to hereditary connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos syndromes and the study of major autism susceptibility genes. Download to learn more! Resources: Twitter: @EmLyWill . . . . . . ....
Nov 10, 2023•40 min•Ep. 148
This week, we are joined by Dr. Daniel Vogt, a leading researcher in the field of autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Vogt's work focuses on understanding the genetic and cellular aspects of autism, which can be incredibly valuable for parents and caregivers looking to support their children effectively. Join us as we delve into this fascinating world of research and learn how it can make a positive impact on the lives of children with autism and their families. Download episode to learn more! Resourc...
Nov 03, 2023•41 min•Ep. 147
This week, we are joined by Ariana DeAngelis, the Training Manager at The Autism Project. She's on a mission to educate people worldwide about autism, from teachers to doctors to businesspeople. With her background in Special Education and a commitment to continuous learning, Ariana is making a significant impact in the autism community. The topic for this week's episode is Elopement and The Autism Project's grant with the Department of Justice. Download episode to learn more! Resources: Homepag...
Oct 20, 2023•48 min•Ep. 146
This week, we are joined by the dynamic duo Kim Hughes and Amy Roberts who are ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologists. Kim brings 23 years of experience, specializing in children with language disorders, ADHD, ASD, and Dyslexia. Amy, with nearly two decades in the field, focuses on articulation disorders and loves weaving yoga concepts into her sessions. They are both about incorporating movement, play, yoga, and sensory activities into therapy, achieving remarkable results. They have been ...
Oct 13, 2023•42 min•Ep. 145
This week, we are joined by Angelica Gilmore, a BCBA at ABS Kids from Southern California with a fascinating journey. She holds a BA in Anthropology from CSU Channel Islands and a Master's degree in ABA from National University. With nearly 5 years of experience in the field and 2 years as a BCBA, Angelica is passionate about making a positive impact in the world, particularly within the autistic community. Her dedication and love for this cause have led her to embark on incredible volunteer wor...
Oct 06, 2023•38 min•Ep. 144
This week, we are joined by Dr. Vanessa Rentschler, an audiology expert from Portland, Oregon, with a wealth of experience and a Doctor of Audiology Degree from Salus University. Dr. Rentschler specializes in improving hearing and listening skills through direct auditory training. Today, she'll discuss neurodiversity-affirming assessment and treatment for auditory processing difficulties. We'll explore how auditory struggles, whether due to hearing loss, head injuries, or neurodivergence, can im...
Sep 29, 2023•40 min•Ep. 143
This week, we are joined by Dr. Claudia Dozier, a Professor in the Department of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas. With a bachelor's degree from Florida State University, a master's degree from the University of Nevada, Reno, and a doctoral degree from the University of Florida, Dr. Dozier brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion. Dr. Dozier's research areas include assessment, treatment, and prevention of behavior disorders, as well as schedules of reinforcement. In ...
Sep 22, 2023•44 min•Ep. 142
This week we are back with part 2 of our conversation with Johanna Staubitz, also known as Joey, who is an assistant professor of the practice in Vanderbilt University's Department of Special Education. Last Week Recap Topics The contrast between physical guidance and strictness in teaching methods. The importance of building a strong relationship with students or adults when trying to teach or effect behavior change. The need to establish trust and vulnerability in the exchange of information. ...
Sep 15, 2023•28 min•Ep. 141
This week, we are joined by Johanna Staubitz, also known as Joey, who is an assistant professor of the practice in Vanderbilt University's Department of Special Education. Joey's experience as a former special education teacher and school-based behavior analyst guides her approach to practitioner preparation and scientific inquiry. She's also a researcher who focuses on adapting and evaluating intervention procedures to support the social, emotional, and academic skills of children with emotiona...
Sep 08, 2023•31 min•Ep. 140
This week, we are joined by Dr. Annette Estes, the director of the UW Autism Center and a licensed psychologist in the state of Washington. Dr. Estes is committed to clinical services, research, and training to improve the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families across the lifespan. Today, we will be discussing sleep in autism and NIH-funded research studying sleep; possible sex differences in sleep, and caregiver strategies to support sleep in autistic children. D...
Sep 01, 2023•42 min•Ep. 139
This week we are excited to have Lisa Wallace, the Clinical Director of the Tadpole Research Project at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, with us. With over 20 years of experience, Lisa has been providing intensive behavioral intervention for toddlers with autism and conducting training sessions for educators and speech/language pathologists. Her expertise in fostering autonomy and effective communication in children with autism will guide our discussion on teaching kids the power of "no." D...
Aug 25, 2023•38 min•Ep. 138
This week we welcome Priya, Danielle, and Hannah – accomplished former Behavior Technicians turned BT Recruiters. Priya embarked on her ABA therapy journey in 2014, swiftly ascending to the role of Lead RBT at two different ABA providers. Driven by her dedication to children's well-being, Danielle transitioned from a behavior technician to a Senior Recruiter, linking skilled ABA professionals with families in need. Lastly, Hannah, holder of a BS in Psychology from Dallas Christian College, posse...
Aug 18, 2023•37 min•Ep. 137
This week, we are excited to have Dr. Pellecchia, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. She's a licensed clinical psychologist, Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and BCBA. Her research is focused on partnering with community stakeholders to develop feasible, sustainable, and effective implementation strategies in community settings. Dr. Pellecchia's most recent body of work centers around developing strategies to improve the i...
Aug 11, 2023•48 min•Ep. 136
This week, we are joined by Lisa, a dedicated autism parent who, for 12 years, experienced constant anxiety and self-doubt following her son's ASD diagnosis. As a single mom raising neurodivergent twin boys, she understands the challenges intimately. Through coaching, Lisa discovered the importance of self-care, digging deep into triggers, and creating new empowering beliefs. Today, she shares her journey and how coaching transformed her approach to autism parenting. Download to learn more! Soci...
Jul 28, 2023•46 min•Ep. 135
This week, we are joined by Lauren Hough Williams. Lauren is the Executive Director of the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education, better known as PINE, an online platform which provides training and support to schools and districts committed to building more neuro-inclusive schools. Lauren is an autism and inclusion specialist, but first, she is an educator. She began her career as a special educator for the NYC Department of Education before working for over a decade to define, ref...
Jul 21, 2023•47 min•Ep. 134
This week, we are joined by Kari Lentchner. Kari is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has been working with ABS Kids for two years and serving as an Assistant Director for almost five months. Kari's journey in the field of ABA and autism started about 8 years ago while she was living in New York. In this episode, Kari shares her experience of working in the field and seeing the progress of her clients. We will discuss all the skills Kari developed as a Behavior Technician and how they can h...
Jul 14, 2023•31 min•Ep. 133
In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Robbie El Fattal, Founder and CEO at Maraca Learning, and a renowned expert in the field of autism therapy. Today, we'll be discussing a highly important and timely topic - private equity and its impact on the autism community. As our guest will explain, private equity firms have been investing heavily in autism therapy providers in recent years, and this trend has significant implications for people with autism, their families, and the broade...
Jul 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 132
This week we end Pride Month with Camille "Cammie" Williams as our returning guest. Cammie’s work as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst primarily focuses on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through her advocacy for autistic individuals. She is also a proud advocate of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly as a Black, lesbian, cisgender woman. We are excited to welcome Cammie during Pride Month to discuss the intersection of autism and the LGBTQ+ community, and how we can work together to ...
Jun 30, 2023•43 min•Ep. 131
This week, we are joined by Maisie the co-founder and director of the CATCH Clinic. Maisie has been working with Neurodivergent children, teens and adults for over 30 years. Her passion for supporting her client's authenticity as autistic individuals led to her mission to create a training curriculum for Neurodivergent individuals of all ages with emphasis on strength-based and person-centered approach. In this episode, we'll be discussing the importance of autism employment, the challenges and ...
Jun 23, 2023•38 min•Ep. 130
This week, we are joined by Dr. Aaron Blocher-Rubin, President and CEO of Arizona Autism United, and Carey Beranek, Vice President of Children & Youth Services. On today’s episode we will be discussing ABA red and green flags and how recognizing them can help offer better ABA therapy treatment. With their combined 45 years of experience in the field of autism treatment, they're uniquely positioned to provide insights into what to look for in quality ABA therapy and what warning signs to watc...
Jun 16, 2023•55 min•Ep. 129
This week, we are joined by Dr. Natalie Roth, a licensed clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. in childhood neurodevelopment delays. She is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of data-driven psychological care is delivered at ABS Kids locations throughout Utah. Dr. Roth attended the University of Utah and graduated from the American Psychological Association (APA)-approved psychology program at Fuller Theological Seminary. She gained valuable experience during her practicum at the Universi...
Jun 09, 2023•42 min•Ep. 128
This week, we are joined by Thomas W. Frazier, Ph.D., a board member of Autism Speaks and an accomplished autism researcher. Dr. Frazier is a professor of psychology at John Carroll University and the executive vice president for virtual and clinical care at Quadrant Biosciences. With over 17 years of experience in evaluation, treatment and research of autism, Dr. Frazier has published over 130 peer-reviewed papers and delivered numerous conference presentations. From 2017-2020, Dr. Frazier serv...
May 26, 2023•37 min•Ep. 127
This week, we are joined by not one, but two special guests. First up, we have Dr. David Cox, VP of Data Science for Rethink. With over 45 peer-reviewed articles and three books under his belt, Dr. Cox has dedicated his career to finding innovative ways to optimize behavioral health outcomes and clinical decision-making. We're also thrilled to welcome Jamie Pagliaro, Co-founder and head of behavioral Health at Rethink, With an impressive background working directly with individuals with disabili...
May 19, 2023•38 min•Ep. 126
This week, we welcome Michelle Rogers back to the podcast. For those of you who are new listeners, Michelle appeared in two of our previous episodes. In Episode 108, we talked about potty training and in Episode 112, we discussed building communication skills. One today’s episode, Michelle is here to talk about two important topics: behavioral issues and picky eating. These topics are crucial for parents of autistic children to understand because they can greatly affect the quality of life for b...
May 05, 2023•39 min•Ep. 125
This week, we have two amazing guests joining us. Ling Ly Tan, CEO of Linggo, and Jane Button, a BCBA with a wealth of experience, are here to share their insights on innovative approaches to autism treatment. With over 18 years of experience delivering behavioral interventions for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, Ling is a true expert in the field. Together with Jane, they will share their knowledge on AAC implementation, and the revolutionary Linggo assistive technology ...
Apr 21, 2023•44 min•Ep. 124
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 Beha...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 10Ep. 123
This week, we welcome Dr. Denise Ross-Page and Dr. Douglas Greer to the podcast to talk about the importance of supporting the literacy development of children with autism. Reading comprehension is a critical building block for effective early literacy development. Many students with autism spectrum disorder demonstrate difficulties in reading comprehension. Our guests will share their expertise in the behavioral components of literacy skills, the strategic science of teaching, and current resea...
Mar 31, 2023•26 min•Ep. 122
This week, we welcome Dr. Lerman who is currently a Professor of Behavior Analysis at the University of Houston - Clear Lake, where she directs a master’s program in behavior analysis and serves as Director of the UHCL Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. Dr. Lerman has published more than 80 research articles and chapters, served as Editor-in-Chief for The Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and Behavior Analysis in Practice and has secured more than $2 million in grants and contr...
Mar 17, 2023•43 min•Ep. 121
This week, we welcome Dr. Ellie Kazemi, Chief Science Officer of the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE). Dr. Kazemi is a tenured professor at California State University, Northridge where she teaches undergraduate and graduate coursework in behavior analysis, organizational behavior management, and research methodology. Dr. Kazemi joins us today to discuss quality management in the autism community, safeguards, and measuring results in the field of ABA. Her research interests include...
Mar 10, 2023•42 min•Ep. 120
This week, we welcome autism advocate and author Sam Farmer BACK to the podcast for another appearance to talk to us about what he would tell his younger, not yet diagnosed autistic self. We hope sharing experiences from autistic voices can be empowering to listeners and maybe even offer a window into the experience of a loved one. The more diverse autistic experiences we are all exposed to, the more we can discover viewpoints that speak to us. Download podcast to learn more! An Autism Son's Tri...
Feb 24, 2023•40 min•Ep. 119
