Autism Weekly is a podcast that discusses Autism news, current events, and inclusion. Each week we welcome a guest to the program to share their unique perspective and expertise as it relates to the fascinating world of Autism. We welcome all feedback. Please email podcast@abskids.com.
Episodes
Friday Jul 09, 2021
Friday Jul 09, 2021
This week we welcome Maren Jacobson and Francisco Chavez to the podcast to celebrate ABS Kids’ 10th Anniversary and talk about where autism care started out, where it is now and what’s next.
They have seen it all - They experienced the transition from paper to digital data taking - Insurance reform - and have developed a company culture focused on helping children reach milestones and realize their potential.
Today’s podcast is going to be a fun one celebrating how far the field has come and how far ABS Kids has come. Download today to listen to stories from the field and celebrate the ABS Kids' 10th Anniversary with us!
Learn more about the ABS Kids 10th Anniversary: https://blog.abskids.com/abs-kids-is-celebrating-its-10-year-anniversary
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Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Friday Jul 02, 2021
Friday Jul 02, 2021
This week we welcome Joel Manwill to the podcast to talk about the 4th of July weekend and the unique sensory experiences that children with autism might face and how to handle them so that the whole family can have a fun weekend. Joel is an occupational therapist based out of Layton Utah. He operates his own home-based occupational therapy practice called Children’s Ability Services.
Learn More About Children's Ability Services:
Phone: 801-390-4947
Email: childrensabilityservices@gmail.com
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Friday Jun 25, 2021
Friday Jun 25, 2021
This week we welcome Amanda Garrett-Baker to the podcast to talk about what parents need to know about instructional control. Simply put, Instructional control is an ABA term “for how likely your child is to listen to you and follow directions”. If the answer is “not likely” then this podcast episode is for you!
Check out Amanda's Instagram & Twitter to get more helpful parenting tips!
Twitter: http://twitter.com/ABAForParents
Instagram: instagram.com/ABAForParents
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Friday Jun 18, 2021
Friday Jun 18, 2021
Working with incredible kids on the spectrum can be fun, rewarding, and provide a unique working experience each day. It can also pose challenges, and require creativity in working through complex situations.
This week we welcome Megan Marks to the podcast to talk to us about what a career in the ABA field looks like. Megan is a former Registered Behavior Technician or “RBT,” and now recruits individuals to work at ABS Kids. Download the podcast today to learn more!
Learn more about the career path at ABS Kids: https://www.abskids.com/careers/
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Friday Jun 11, 2021
This week we welcome Rachel Grondin-Martinez to the podcast to talk about Summer Fun and Creativity in ABA Treatment Delivery. Rachel has been in the field of ABA for the past 7 years and has seen firsthand how powerful summer learning can be for a child on the spectrum. We are thrilled to learn more about how families can get the most out of their ABA therapy program while still having an awesome amount of fun. Download the podcast today to learn more!
Resources / Mentions:
Tips for making the adjustment to summer
Ernie Els #Game On - Auitsm & Golf
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Friday Jun 04, 2021
Friday Jun 04, 2021
This week we welcome Dr. Debbie Bilder from URADD, The Utah Registry of Autism and Developmental Disabilities, to the podcast to discuss the value of knowing the prevalence rates of autism and how data can benefit the community as a whole!
Dr. Bilder’s clinical expertise is in psychiatric assessment and treatment for individuals with severe neurodevelopmental disabilities across their lifespan. Dr. Bilder is the URADD Principal Investigator.
Check out URADD here: https://medicine.utah.edu/psychiatry/research/labs/uradd/
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Friday May 28, 2021
Friday May 28, 2021
This week we welcome Leticia Moreno and danyelle beal from BABA to the podcast. BABA is hosting its first annual Black Applied Behavior Analyst conference in June. BABA aims to reduce barriers for African American students, professionals, and parents within the ABA community. Download the podcast today to listen to our discussion about the upcoming conference and the importance of diversity in ABA. We will see you at BABA!
Register to join the baba conference: https://babainfo.org/register/
Check out the BABA Conference Schedule: https://babainfo.org/schedule-2021/
Check out Leticia's ABA Group in DC: https://www.withinmetherapy.com/
Learn More about danyelle beal: https://www.danyellebeal.com/
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Thursday May 20, 2021
Thursday May 20, 2021
This week we welcome Dr. Chanti Waters to the podcast to discuss the characteristics of a quality ABA therapy program and the important role the prescription plays in treatment. We also dive into the role that 'having fun' plays in treatment and how being a total goofball can improve the connection clinicians have with their patients. Chanti is a Doctoral- Level Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has worked with children and adults with ASD and other disabilities for over 27 years. She also serves as the VP of quality assurance at ABS Kids. Download the podcast today to learn more!
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.
Friday May 14, 2021
Friday May 14, 2021
This week we welcome Officer Jessica Diaz to the podcast to talk about how parents and law enforcement can work together to provide a safe space for children on the spectrum. Officer Diaz is a member of the Roselle Park Law Enforcement department in New Jersey. Her department is equipping patrol cars with new “Emergency Sensory Tool Kits” and have launched a new training for officers aimed at improving their interactions with autistic individuals and others with special needs.
As a mother of a daughter with autism herself, she knows the importance of having a crisis intervention plan as well as the importance of spreading awareness, acceptance, and inclusion. Download this episode today to learn more! Subscribe to be notified each time we post a new podcast!
Friday May 07, 2021
Friday May 07, 2021
This week we welcome Dr. Kelly O’Laughlin to the podcast to discuss how parents can best care for themselves while also caring for their child with autism. You may have heard the phrase “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” This podcast is dedicated to help parents refill the proverbial cup so that they can help their families live their best lives.
Dr. O’Laughlin is the perfect person to provide insight as she’s a clinical psychologist who has helped hundreds of families start on their journey with autism services, and has years of experience working with special needs individuals. Download the podcast today!
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.