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welcome to a parenting space actually designed for YOU! where you can get answers about navigating a life that includes autism. I’m Dr. Tay, a licensed child psychologist specializing in autism and neuroaffirming care. I have supported 100s of autistic children and their families and have been in the autism field for over a decade. on this podcast, we focus on supporting your autistic child AND your whole family, including you! every topic is on the table, and your questions (which you can s ...
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, a pediatric sleep medicine physician, discuss: what sleep medicine is and how a sleep medicine physician can help the three buckets of sleep issues - medical, behavioral, and 24-hour factors education about medications that impact sleep RESOURCES ⚡️ connect with Funk…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay provides an introduction to PDA (pathological demand avoidance, also known as persistent or pervasive drive for autonomy). In this episode, we discuss: what PDA is as a theorized profile of autism varying perspectives about PDA co-occurring conditions and their overlap with PDA support strategie…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Amber Arrington discuss: the emotional and practical journey of receiving and embracing 3 autism diagnoses, reflecting on the changes in understanding and approaches over time the significance of community, self-education, and tailored support in navigating the autism parenting experience th…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay, Chris Wenger, and Jessie Ginsburg discuss: the impact of embracing neurodiversity in speech therapy, focusing on intrinsic motivation and sensory integration challenges and solutions for implementing sensory-friendly practices in therapy and educational settings advice for parents on advocating…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay discusses: the complex issue of seeking a cure for autism, including the risks and ethical concerns of treatments like chelation and hyperbaric oxygen therapy the shift towards acceptance and neurodiversity, highlighting the value of unconditional love and present parenting in the autism communi…
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Dr. Tay and Elizabeth Duttera from @aut2ask discuss: Elizabeth's personal advocacy sparked by her late diagnosis and how individual stories can highlight broader issues within the autism community. insights from the Aut2Ask survey struggles with accessing affordable support and the necessity for systemic and policy changes to provide better resourc…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Malia Phelps Waller discuss: transitioning to homeschooling: Malia's journey from public schooling to a play-based homeschooling approach during the pandemic. homeschooling methodologies: discussions on unschooling, Montessori, and eclectic styles, emphasizing child-centered education. pract…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Brittyn Coleman, Registered Dietitian, discuss: the overlap between sensory experiences and eating for autistic children sensory-friendly strategies to diversify diets and support gut health offering practical advice for parents on supporting their autistic children with feeding therapy and …
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Dr. Liz Angoff, an educational psychologist, discuss: the importance of parents embracing and understanding neurodiversity and how they can help their child understand how their brain works empowering strategies and how-tos for parents to discuss autism with their child, including relatable …
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Dr. Donna Henderson define the following: PDA interoception and emotions neurocrash autistic burnout RSD autigender RESOURCES ⚡️ connect with Dr. Donna Henderson, clinical neuropsychologist https://www.drdonnahenderson.com/ her book along with Drs. Sarah Wayland and Jamell White "Is This Aut…
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in this mini episode, Dr. Tay discusses: her journey from graduate school and D1 athletics to specializing in autism, highlighting her personal and professional experiences that shaped her focus. a sneak peek of a new 12-week course on PDA, developed in collaboration with Katherine L'Etang, @theneurodiversitymom, to better serve the autistic commun…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 this is a special episode to celebrate 100 episodes of autism education here on the podcast. I emphasize the parallel of how consistency and time got me here and how that perfectly describes the autism parenting journey! at the end, I announce a big giveaway - a chance to win a three-month group therapy…
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In this mini episode, Dr. Tay discusses: Taylor Swift's potential neurodivergence and its relevance to your autistic child. embracing neurodivergence in parenting and advocating for acceptance. RESOURCES ⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism ⚡️ learn from me and submit your ques…
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in this mini episode, Dr. Tay discusses lessons learned from her dating experience the importance of vulnerability and growth RESOURCES ⚡️ No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz ⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism ⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a fu…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Gabriele Nicolet, MA, CCC-SLP discuss: understanding tantrums vs meltdowns child communication and coping strategies importance of parent regulation during meltdowns RESOURCES ⚡️ connect with Gabriele Nicolet, MA, CCC-SLP. she is a parent coach and founder of Orchid Kids. Instagram @speechki…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay discusses: emphasizing flexibility in parenting autistic children, adapting to their unique needs. encouraging parents to accept uncertainties and learn alongside their child. understanding and embracing neurodivergent perspectives over conventional expectations. RESOURCES ⚡️ want to learn more …
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Katherine L'Etang of @theneurodiversitymom discuss: The journey of self-realization as an autistic woman and navigating life with autistic children. Learning about neurodiversity and how to become an advocate. Insights into PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), a profile of autism, and adopti…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Dr. Arielle Rubin, a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, discuss: the field of psychiatry and its role in diagnosing autism and co-occurring conditions treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD in the context of autism different options and considerations when it comes to medicat…
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93 | navigating your relationship: parenting and neurodivergence with Pasha Marlowe, MFT ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and Pasha Marlowe, marriage and family therapist / neurodiversity coach, discuss: challenges in family relationships when children or partners are neurodivergent the role of communication and balancing indiv…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay discusses: the concept of getting “delulu” in the context of autism parenting believing in your autistic child's communication and developmental potential through various methods the transformative effect of applying 'getting delulu' to personal growth and aspirations RESOURCES ⚡️ want to learn …
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay and anti-hustle coach + autism parent Marisa Hohaia discuss: her family's autism journey, the impact of her son's diagnosis on her work, and her philosophy of living that helps them navigate through their life the importance of enjoying the present moment and letting go of expectations in the au…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 in this episode, Dr. Tay discusses reflecting on 2023 and prepping for 2024. she emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, setting realistic and progressive goals, and taking inventory of strengths and support needs for oneself and your autistic child. she talks about her own personal journey, share…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 in a candid, impromptu episode of her podcast, I address a social media video that portrays being a sibling of a neurodivergent child as unfair. while I acknowledge the challenges of parenting autistic children, I offer a different perspective based on my personal experience as a sibling and my professi…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay hosts an in-depth discussion with Kelli Fetter, an occupational therapist and certified handwriting specialist. they explore the common challenges autistic children encounter with handwriting, relating to fine motor difficulties and learning disabilities. Kelli provides valuable insights on the …
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in this mini episode, I discuss my journey of unexpectedly navigating my dog Charlotte's cancer diagnosis, paralleling it with lessons for an autism parenting journey. I discuss the importance of 'living in the present moment' by constantly grounding oneself in available data and of accepting and acknowledging emotions instead of suppressing them. …
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay hosts Dr. Phil Boucher, a pediatrician working within the direct primary care model. they discuss autism, including advocating for your child and support needs like sleep and additional testing. Dr. Boucher explains the challenges of traditional healthcare and his transition to the direct primar…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay hosts Autistic autism researcher Chelsea Verrette, who provides her insights on the current state of autism research. we discuss the importance of language in discussions about neurodivergence and the gaps in the existing literature. the conversation centers on shifting from a deficit-based mode…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 in this episode, Dr. Tay is joined by Jamie Lin Brown, an autism mama, to discuss the importance of building a strong community for parents of autistic children. the conversation focuses on the need to view the child holistically, integrating physical, mental, and emotional aspects of their growth. Jami…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 in this episode, Dr. Tay talks about helpful tips and strategies for autism families navigating the holiday season. we discuss the importance of preparing for potential disruptions to routines, setting realistic expectations, giving choices, and setting boundaries. Dr. Tay addresses several elements inc…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay hosts mother-son duo, Dr. Myava Clark and Chris Clark, to discuss their experiences and advocacy for navigating educational support systems for children with learning differences. Dr. Clark shares her early advocacy efforts for Chris who experienced developmental delays and learning differences.…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 in this episode, Dr. Tay discusses swim and water safety for autistic children with Kira La Forgia, the COO of Floatie's Swim School and founder of The Paradigmm HR. they discuss the importance of swim lessons and creating a safe environment around water. Kira shares tips for parents on building awarene…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 in this episode, Dr. Tay discusses the importance of stillness and how it can benefit parents navigating the autism parenting journey. she shares her personal experience with breathwork and therapy, highlighting the power of slowing down and regulating the nervous system. Dr. Tay emphasizes the need for…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay welcomes Chris Bonnello, an autistic advocate, author, and a Rubik's cube master, to the podcast. Chris shares his journey from the classroom to advocacy, highlighting the importance of promoting neurodivergence. he talks about his late autism diagnosis at 24 and how this led him to a journey of…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay welcomes Dr. Nicole Michaeli, a pediatric psychologist specializing in comprehensive evaluations, to the podcast. we discuss the twice-exceptional (2E) profile of children who are gifted and have learning or developmental disabilities. the episode includes discussions about asynchronous developm…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay hosts speech-language pathologist Katja Piscitelli on the podcast to explore Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition (NLA). They discuss how this form of language processing is a common and natural pathway to language development for autistic and non-autistic children alike.…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 this in epsiode, I discuss my personal experience with burnout and perfectionism. I emphasize the importance of recognizing when it's time to pause, reassessing priorities, and letting go of perfectionism. I announce a change to the podcast - dropping down to one promised episode per week! but we have o…
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answering YOUR questions on today's episode! on today's Dr. Tay breaks down the different specialty fields and what types of providers can diagnose vs. do therapy. we focus on the field of psychology, as psychologists are uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive care, including diagnosis and therapy services. the other fields covered in this ep…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay welcomes Theresa Noye, an autism mother, author, and self-love coach, to the podcast. Theresa shares her journey of her son's diagnosis, from non-speaking to now a college student studying strategic communications. she also discusses the transformative power of love and advocacy and sheds light …
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in this mini episode, Dr. Tay explores the transformative power of "yet" in parenting an autistic child. discover the power of 'yet' as a tool for staying present, believing in your child's potential, and reducing worry. as an action item, you are encouraged to journal your current worries and shift them to include "yet." RESOURCES ⚡️ join the Evol…
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answering YOUR questions on today's episode! Q: how do I respond when someone makes fun of my autistic child? A: Dr. Tay shares tips and strategies for navigating this difficult topic, with a focus on creating collaborative conversations and managing your own emotions in these situations. RESOURCES ⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participa…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay hosts Dr. Steve Chaney, a renowned research scientist and educator, on the podcast to discuss the complexities of autism. we cover the causes of autism, emphasizing the roles of genetics, environmental factors, and epigenetics. we also discuss common misconceptions about autism and discuss the i…
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in this mini episode, Dr. Tay delves into the transformative concept of presuming competence in autistic children, highlighting the profound effect our expectations and assumptions can have on their development and growth. it explores real-life stories and experiences, showing how the lack of presumed competence can limit a child's potential and cr…
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69 | "can a child outgrow autism" Q+A answering YOUR questions on today's episode! Q: can a child outgrow autism? A: Dr. Tay addresses a misconception that a child can outgrow autism, emphasizing how autism is a lifelong disability and it is how your child's brain is wired. we discuss the DSM diagnostic criteria and how a child may need different s…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay has Erin from @spinsandstomps on the podcast. Erin shares about her daughter Riley's journey to getting an autism diagnosis as well as understanding her daughter's ways of communicating. Erin discusses the transformative power of an AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) device in Rile…
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in this mini episode, Dr. Tay shares practical strategies to overcome procrastination and the psychology behind it. we also discuss the concept of catastrophization, where small tasks are magnified into overwhelming burdens, and how to stop it. RESOURCES ⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups…
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answering YOUR questions on today's episode! or really the unasked question of how do I deal with depression and anxiety as a parent of an autistic kiddo? this conversation is intended that remind you that you are not alone in your experiences, dispel stigmas around seeking mental health support, and offer practical advice on getting help. RESOURCE…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 in this podcast episode, Dr. Tay welcomes Eleanor Ezell, LCSW to the podcast. we discuss selective mutism, also known as SM, an anxiety disorder where children are unable to speak in certain settings, with certain people, or in certain situations. Eleanor offers insights into how this disorder can be id…
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in this mini episode, Dr. Tay explores the complexities of autism genetics. the episode also looks into the phenomenon of parents questioning their own neurodivergence following their child's autism diagnosis. RESOURCES ⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism ⚡️ learn from me and …
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in today's episode, I am answering a frequently asked question. we dive into next steps after your child gets diagnosed. we cover: processing your emotions, reading the report, deciding on intervention approaches, navigating the school system, and learning about neurodiversity. dr. tay also shares insights on what she says to parents during the fee…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇 Dr. Tay welcomes Kayla Castro to the podcast, a certified autism travel professional and parent to an autistic child. this episode focuses on the fears, challenges, and joys of traveling as an autism family. Kayla shares her family's story and provides practical advice on how to navigate travel with aut…
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