Autism Resource Podcast

Autism Awareness Training for Law Enforcement with City of Industry Mayor Cory Moss

City of Industry Mayor Cory Moss shares her passion for our community, and discusses details about the important program she champions to help to raise awareness among the sheriffs, police and fire departments among others, regarding safely interacting with those individuals with autism as well as other challenges. 

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy with Nicole Ballinghoff, M. Ed. and BCBA

Nicole Ballinghoff, M. Ed. and BCBA discusses the controversy behind some of the techniques traditionally used under the ABA banner and how her positive approach differs from the others to help the individual and their family grow and thrive. She goes on the share about who can benefit from this technique and how to incorporate it into the school setting and daily life in general. 

Virtual Learning with Dr. Daniel Franklin

Dr. Daniel Franklin, Director of Franklin Educational Services, discusses the challenges associated with digital organization, virtual learning and adapting to the new educational trends, systems and resources. He covers what students can do to cope with the transition from the traditional classroom, as well as what parents can do to help support their children in this process.

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder with Dr. Allison Kawa

Dr. Allison Kawa, a clinical psychologist and Director at the Los Angeles Center for Integrated Assessment, talks about understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the variety of challenges faced by different genders in terms of coping and diagnosis. She covers the common ways that ASD presents itself in males vs. females, and why dangerous misdiagnoses so often occur. Her broad areas of expertise include learning and processing differences, attention disorders, autism, and anxiety or mood issues. 

Stress Resilience with Jessica Patching-Bunch

In this episode, Jessica Patching-Bunch, stress resilience coach, shares tips and techniques on managing stress, achieving a higher level of wellness and creating a better life for yourself and those you care about. Her approach targets the whole being, and she discusses using the brain, body and breath to navigate stress, anxiety and depression. 

How To Address Sensory Processing Disorders with Courtney Harris

Courtney Harris, a pediatric occupational therapy specialist, discusses the signs and affects of various sensory processing disorders including self-regulation, attention, organization, impulse control, motor delays, and social skills. She shares her thoughts and insights on how to support those who are faced with these challenges to improve their quality of life, and help them surmount the issues they deal with on a daily basis. 

Executive Function Challenges with Sean McCormick

Sean McCormick of EF Specialists discusses the importance of understanding executive function - what it is, some common misconceptions, and useful tools for dealing with the challenges people with EF issues often face. Sean underscores how proper support can greatly enhance the quality of life on many levels for those who struggle in this area. 

Learning Differences and Educational Therapy with Avlyn Kotton, MA and BCET

Avlyn Kotton, MA and BCET, shares her insights about the various learning differences, early detection, assistive technology and strategies to help students overcome the educational challenges they might be dealing with. She discusses warning signs to look out for, as well as resources that can assist a student to get the most out of their education. 

Entering Adulthood: After School and Beyond with Claudia Wenger, BCBA

Claudia Wenger, BCBA, has supported the special needs community for over 25 years. In this episode, she shares her extensive knowledge about preparing for a successful transition from life in high school, to secondary education and beyond. She gives us greats tips about how to handle communication with the school, the right questions to ask, and the pitfalls to avoid. 

Special Education Law with Arlene Bell

Arlene Bell has the unique perspective of being a special education attorney, special education teacher, and parent of a person with special needs. She discusses the importance of knowing when to engage the legal services of an expert and shares important information that every parent needs to know about their child's rights and how to get them the services and education that they are entitled to.