Sarah Wayland, Ph.D. – Parenting Autism Experts Library, Vol. 1

What You’ll Learn

Understand Autism

Autism is a complex neuro-developmental disorder. Understanding the gifts and challenges will help you better understand your child so you can help them succeed.

Interventions

Treatment and therapies can greatly improve the lives of individuals with autism, even those with symptoms that are less obvious. Learn about the options so you can determine what will be helpful for your child.

Parenting Strategies

Many parents worry about how to change autistic behaviors, but it’s more helpful to understand what causes the behaviors. Learn what your child’s behavior is telling you, and how to address it.

School, Work & Life Skills

Many families wonder how to help their autistic child function in a neurotypical world. We’ll tackle school issues, transition strategies, college success, and employment readiness for individuals with autism.

Friends & Family

Social and communication skills are a well-known struggle for those on the autism spectrum. Learn how to strengthen the parent-child relationship, improve social skills, and navigate relationships.

Course Curriculum

Parenting Autism Experts Library, Vol. 1
Intro & How To for Your Empowerment Pass

Look at You Go!

How to Import MP3 Files to the Podcast App

The Mother Lode (aka, All Those Bonuses)

Get Your Empowerment Workbook Here

Group Coaching Calls Schedule and Join Info

Group Coaching Calls Replays (209:50)

Understanding Your Child with Autism

Understanding the Core Challenges of Growing Up with Autism, with Dr. Dan Shapiro, MD (45:18)

The Trauma Effect the Autism Experience Has on the Brain, with Robert Cox, MA, LPC, NCC (51:53)

Brain Differences and Their Impact on Your Child’s Autistic Experience, with Sarah Wayland, PhD (49:34)

Flexible Thinking in a Dynamically Changing World, with Steven E. Gutstein, PhD (49:01)

Co-Occurring Disorders Common with Autism Spectrum Disorder, with Salya Namazi, PhD (45:01)

Autism is Different in Girls — They Don’t Fit the Autism Stereotypes, with Donna Henderson, Psy.D. (42:43)

Interventions

Understanding & Honoring Kids’ Sensory Sensitivities, with Carol Stock Kranowitz, MA (53:57)

Medication Management for Kids on the Spectrum, with Dr. Gonzalo Laje, MD, MHSc, FAPA (56:53)

Creating Optimal Wellness for Kids with Autism, with Jennifer Scribner, NTP CGP (35:23)

Enhancing Success for Physical Activity and Sports Programs, with Melissa Pangelinan, PhD (51:26)

How to Help Kids With Language Processing Difficulties, with Maria Dixon (54:10)

Learning to Cope: How the Parent Brain Evolves From Grief to Acceptance and Beyond, with Rita Eichenstein, PhD (56:04)

Parenting Strategies

Understanding the Rumble & Rage and Managing the Cycle of Meltdowns, with Brenda Smith Myles, PhD (49:45)

Managing and Resolving Challenging Behavior, with Holly Moses, MS, BCBA, LPC, LPA (52:15)

Teaching Social and Emotional Concepts to Kids with Autism, with Kari Dunn Buron (45:10)

Untangling Our Own Stuff So Our Kids Can Be Who They Are, with Debbie Reber (35:57)

No “Fixing” Required: Accepting Our Kids for Who They Are, with Heather Chauvin BSW (40:17)

Change Course: The Pitfalls of Traditional Parenting & What Works Better, with Penny Williams (40:00)

Friends & Family

The Importance of the Parent-Child Guiding Relationship, with Rachelle Sheely, PhD (39:36)

Social Skills Interventions and Strategies that Help Children with ASD, with Kathy Dow-Burger (55:49)

Loving Connections: Getting Away from Blame and Shame, Jenny Palmiotto, PsyD, LMFT (50:46)

Communication Strategies to Build Connections, with Dr. Alisha Griffith, Au. D, CCC SLP, CPC (27:21)

Ensuring Siblings Feel Loved & Important, Too, with Jackie Flynn, EDS, LMHC, RPT (24:27)

The Importance of Self-Care for Parents of Kids with Special Needs, with Vikki Spencer (48:28)

School, Work and Life

Be Different: Navigating the World of Neurotypicals, with John Elder Robison (47:14)

Developing Independence & Flexibility in Teens w/ Executive Function Deficits, with Monica Adler Werner, MA (48:38)

Transitioning to Life After High School: College & Gap Year, with Judith S Bass, CEP (43:42)

Preparing Your Teen for Life After High School: Career Readiness, with Haley Dunn, MA, LPC (44:02)

How to Advocate Effectively with School Teams, with Debrah Martin, MA (48:58)

Homeschooling & Hybrid: Alternatives for Autistic Students, with Shawna Wingert (61:29)

Failure to Launch: Helping Young Adults with Autism Transition to Independent Living, with Alisa Foreman, LMFT (44:28)

Their Beautiful Minds: Focusing on Strengths with Dr. Edward Hallowell (18:40)

Next Steps

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