Episode Summary In this episode of the Autism Blueprint podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Britton Payne, a longtime friend and advocate for autism awareness. We explored Brit’s journey as a parent of an autistic child, discussing the pivotal moment when his son was assessed for autism and the subsequent therapies they pursued. […]

The post Autism In Comic Books | Advocating for Authentic Representation in Kids’ Media | A conversation with Britton Payne appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Episode Summary In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Rebekah Wright, the Chief Operating Officer at Springbrook, a psychiatric residential treatment facility specializing in autism. We explored the critical topic of when parents should consider residential treatment for their children, particularly those on the autism spectrum. What […]

The post When Outpatient Isn’t Enough | Recognizing the Need for Residential Care in Autism appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Episode Summary In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, we’re in the classroom with Marriage and Family Therapist, Katherine Scott to discuss the challenges and strategies for parents as their children head back to school. We explore the sensory difficulties many neurodivergent children face in school environments, the importance of advocating for accommodations, and […]

The post Back to School | Essential Tips for Parents of Neurodivergent Kids appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, we’re in the therapy room today! My guest is Cindy Mrotek, a highly experienced ABA therapist with over 25 years in the field. Together, we challenge common misconceptions about Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and explore how it can be a powerful tool for enhancing the […]

The post Beyond Compliance | Understanding the Holistic Approach of Behavioral Therapy appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Episode Summary We’re in the bathroom today! In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Noelle Patno, a PhD in molecular metabolism and nutrition and the Chief Science Officer of Bened Life. We dive deep into the gut-brain connection, discussing how our gut microbiome influences both physical and mental health. […]

The post Exploring the Gut-Brain Connection: Insights from Dr. Noelle Patno appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Episode Summary In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, host Janeen Herskovitz welcomes mindset coach Dawn Mariotti. They explore the transformative power of mindset, discussing how our beliefs shape our actions and the importance of overcoming limiting beliefs. Dawn shares her personal journey and insights on creating a vision for the future, as well […]

The post Mindset Shifts | How Small Changes Can Transform Your Parenting Journey | A conversation with Dawn Mariotti appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Episode Summary Welcome to the art room today! In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, host Janeen Herskovitz welcomes Kelly DeSousa, a skilled art therapist from Jacksonville, Florida. Together, they explore the transformative power of art therapy, its methodologies, and its unique support for the neurodivergent population. This heartfelt episode is a celebration of […]

The post Art Therapy | Exploring the Benefits for Neurodivergent Individuals | A conversation with Kelly DeSousa appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Episode Summary We’re in the doctor’s office today with Dr. Kristin Sohl! In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Sohl, the founder of Echo Autism. We delved into the innovative program she developed in 2015, which connects general practitioners with autism specialists through video conferencing. This […]

The post Empowering Professionals | Best Practices in Autism Care & Collaboration | A conversation with Dr. Kristen Sohl of Echo Autism appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.