Today I am joined by the insightful and compassionate Katherine Scott, a licensed marriage and family therapist at our private practice. Known for her expertise in working with neurodivergent individuals, Katherine brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussions. In today’s episode, we explore the complex dynamics of needs versus wants, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals on the spectrum. So, grab a seat on Miss Kat’s Couch, as we unravel the intricacies of navigating needs and wants in neurodivergent relationships. Let’s dive in! In This Episode You Will Disco ..read more

  In today’s episode, we’re traveling overseas to chat with a special guest, Jude Morrow, a renowned autism advocate and author. Jude shares his personal journey from the medical model of disability to the neurodiversity lens, and how it has shaped his work in advocating for the rights and dignity of neurodivergent individuals. We discuss the importance of embracing neurodiversity, the challenges faced by autistic women and girls in obtaining accurate diagnoses, and the need for a shift in language and perception surrounding autism and intellectual disability. Jude also introduces us to t ..read more

Today we’re in your wallet, talking about the complex issue of autism and consumerism. When parents are vulnerable and faced with consumerism while trying to find the right care for their child, the results can be financially and emotionally devastating. In this episode Janeen shares her experience and what to look out for on your journey.   This episode is sponsored by The Peer NetworkSometimes the journey to well-being feels overwhelming. But you don’t have to walk it alone. Welcome to the peer network, where connection meets compassion through telehealth peer support. At the ..read more

Today we’re in the family room talking about support from extended family and friends. It’s not an easy task for autism families to get the support we need from the people we love. This episode is designed to share with them and make it a bit easier. This is a replay. The original episode aired 8/3/2022 This episode is sponsored by The Peer Network Sometimes the journey to well-being feels overwhelming. But you don’t have to walk it alone. Welcome to the peer network, where connection meets compassion through telehealth peer support. At the peer network, their certified peer support ..read more

This episode is sponsored by The Peer Network. Sometimes the journey to well-being feels overwhelming. But you don’t have to walk it alone. Welcome to the peer network, where connection meets compassion through telehealth peer support. At the peer network, their certified peer support specialists are more than just trained professionals. They are individuals who have walked their own path of recovery and resilience. They understand, because they’ve been there. Imagine having someone who listens relates and supports you through your unique challenges whether it’s managing stress, navigating lif ..read more

We’re in the workplace today talking with cofounder and COO, Tom D’Eri.  Tom shares his experience growing up with an autistic brother and helping to create a sustainable employment opportunity for him and so many others. In This Episode You Will Discover How his family came up with the idea for Rising Tide Car Wash. Tom’s experience as an autism sibling and how it shaped his own future. How accommodations in the workplace became insights for his team. How workplace design is crucial to support individuals with autism on the job. Mentioned on the Podcast Rising Tide Car Wash Rising Tid ..read more

We’re in the TV room/home theater today talking with Angie Harrington of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Angie’s son was diagnosed with autism last year, and she shares how she is navigating her new normal. In This Episode You Will Discover Why Angie decided it was time to leave the show Her family’s journey to get her son, Hart, an autism diagnosis during a global pandemic What connects her and her son that goes beyond spoken words Adjustments she has had to make in her own home Mentioned on the Podcast People Magazine article and pictures The Melissa Nellesen Center For Autism at U ..read more

We’re in the therapy office today chatting with Whitney Owens about her autism motherhood journey. Whitney shares her experiences as a mom, private practice owner and entrepreneur. In This Episode You Will Discover What is a faith-based practice and who is it for? How Whitney’s life has changed since her daughter’s diagnosis The most difficult part for her journey, personally How she manages to balance being a business owner and special needs mom Mentioned on the Podcast Free facebook membership community for faith-based practice owners Wise Practice Summit: whitneyowens.com/summit-202 ..read more

We’re in the family room today chatting with Brigitte Shipman about helping our autistic kids become independent adults. Brigitte shares her experiences as a mom and coach, including her experience of writing a book with her son. In This Episode You Will Discover How to set up your child for success in life How to handle the mom guilt that accompanies almost everything we do Brigitte’s story about how she became a life coach for autism moms Brigitte’s podcast, A Mother’s Guide Through Autism, and the book she wrote with her son, Joseph. Mentioned on the Podcast Get the book on Amazon Web ..read more

We’re out of the house today, talking about travel. If you’ve ever tried to travel with your neurodivergent kiddos, you know it can be quite a challenge at times. Getting there is not always half the fun. So we’re chatting today with Dawn M. Barclay about her new book, “Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible and the Neurodiverse,” about how to make the travel experience as painless as possible. In This Episode You Will Discover Things you can do as a parent to prepare during the planning stages of a trip. What accommodations your child may need dur ..read more