From Struggle to Strength: A Father’s Journey with Autism
Follow Harry Psaros as he shares his heartfelt journey of raising a child with autism, from initial struggles to becoming a passionate advocate. Discover his insights on building a strong support network, the power of service, and his 2% rule for daily progress and resilience.
The Importance of Fitness to Support Life Skills
Eric Chessen, founder of Autism Fitness, shares his mission to create effective fitness programs for neurodivergent individuals. He highlights fitness as a life skill that supports daily living, beyond sports or body composition, while advocating for higher industry standards to better serve the autism community.
Self-care and Sensory Needs for Neurodivergent Individuals
Dr. Megan Anna Neff, a Neurodivergent Psychologist joins us to discuss discovering her own autism in the aftermath of her child’s diagnosis and how that has inspired her passion to support the neurodivergent community.
How Neurodiverse Voices are Influencing the Evolution of ABA
Dr. Becky Thompson, Director of Clinical Services for the Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP), and Reux Lennon, Non-binary member of both the LGBT and Autism community and Lead technician with WEAP join us to share how neurodiverse voices are influencing the evolution of ABA.
Early Detection and Treatment for Autism with Dr. Geraldine Dawson
Geraldine Dawson is the William Cleland Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University, where she also is Professor of Pediatrics and Psychology & Neuroscience.