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We’re out of the house today, talking about travel. If you’ve ever tried to travel with your neurodivergent kiddos, you know it can be quite a challenge at times. Getting there is not always half the fun. So we’re chatting today with Dawn M. Barclay about her new book, “Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents […] The post Travel Tips For Neurodivergent Families | A conversation with Dawn M. Barclay appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the library today talking with marriage and family therapist, Katherine Scott, about her new book, “The Tail Of A Trio.” We’ll be chatting about how the book can be used by parents, therapists and teachers to help kids of all ages and abilities work through socializing, adjusting to new situations and the healing […] The post Telling ‘Tails’: How Stories Can Help Kids Adjust To New Situations | A Conversation With Katherine Scott, LMFT appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Today we’re in the family room talking about support from extended family and friends. It’s not an easy task for autism families to get the support we need from the people we love. This episode is designed to share with them and make it a bit easier.  In this episode you will discover: What inhibits […] The post What Autism Parents Wish You Knew | An Episode To Share With Extended Family & Friends appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the girls’ room today chatting with Dr. Wendela Whitcomb Marsh about why it’s so difficult for girls to get diagnosed with autism. Her most recent book, “Recognizing Autism In Women and Girls,” was just released this week and is a must-read for every clinician and woman on the spectrum.    In this episode […] The post Autism In Women & Girls: Why it’s so difficult to get a diagnosis | ABP Episode 105 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the family room today with host Janeen Herskovitz, talking about the number one thing her coaching clients have reported makes the biggest difference in their interactions with their children. It’s not a specific therapy, secret supplement or special diet…it’s presuming their competence!  In this episode you will discover: What it means to presume […] The post What Parents Say Makes the Biggest Difference When Interacting With Their Autistic Child appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re having a cup of tea with Stephanie Weiderstrand today, talking about autism parenting. Join us for Stephanie’s story and how she manages special needs parenting as well as helping other families grow and thrive. In this episode you will discover: Stephanie’s story and what she has learned through her daughter with ASD. How to […] The post Managing Your Energy As An Autism Parent | A conversation with Stephanie Weiderstrand of Beyond Special | ABP episode 103 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the music room today with renowned child advocate and musician, Raffi! Not only is he a gifted musician, songwriter, producer and child advocate that you may remember from your own childhood, he’s helping to educate the world about the importance of honoring our children and how this concept can make our world a […] The post Honoring Your Child’s Personhood | A conversation with Raffi | ABP Episode 102 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the library today speaking with Dr. Reema Naim about the sensory system and how it impacts your child. Dr. Naim’s book series, Adventures of the Sensokids, help kids understand their sensory needs and how to regulate it.  In this episode you will discover: Why Dr. Naim became an occupational therapist and how she […] The post Sensory Superheroes | Understanding your child’s sensory system through stories | A conversation with Dr. Reema Naim appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

In honor of our 100th episode, we’re in the family room today with host Janeen Herskovitz, talking about what she’s learned during her 20 plus years of parenting a child with autism.  In this episode you will discover: The things Janeen would do differently if she knew then what she knows now. What it means […] The post If I Knew Then What I Know Now: Reflections on 20 years of autism parenting and 100 podcast episodes appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the therapy room today speaking with Dr. Susan Sherkow of The Sherkow Center. In this episode we talk about making meaningful connections with your child and how to best understand their needs.  In this episode you will discover: Dr. Sherkow’s autism journey as a professional and how she has seen this landscape change […] The post Connecting With Your Child | A conversation with Susan Sherkow | ABP Episode 99 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the bedroom today speaking with George Bailey of ZPods. We discuss autism fatherhood, his company that created a bed designed just for kids with autism and related health issues, and so much more.  In this episode you will discover: What is a Zpod and how it can help your child sleep. The issues […] The post Sleep Is Possible | How an autism dad used ingenuity to help our kids get better sleep | ABP Episode 98 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the library today speaking with two editors of the book, Sincerely Your Autistic Child ; What people on the autism spectrum wish their parents knew about growing up, acceptance and identity. We discuss how the book came about, and why your child’s point of view and needs should be at the forefront of how […] The post What Your Autistic Child Wants You To Know | A conversation with Emily Paige Ballou and Morénike Giwa Onaiwu |ABP episode 97 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the master bedroom today speaking with psychotherapist, Kate McNulty, about navigating romantic relationships when one partner has autism. Her book, Love and Aspergers, discusses the topic in detail. Her perspective as a woman on the autism spectrum who was diagnosed late in life, informs her experience as a therapist.  In this episode you […] The post When Your Partner Has Autism | A conversation with Kate McNulty about navigating romantic relationships appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the family room today with host Janeen Herskovitz, talking about the areas where autism parents get stuck. In her private practice, where Janeen provides therapy and autism parent coaching, parents often have the most difficulties in these areas.  In this episode you will discover: The most common areas where parents of neuro-diverse children […] The post 10 Common Areas Autism Parents Get Stuck | ABP Episode 95 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the library today talking with autism researcher, Simon Baron-Cohen, about his new book, “The Pattern Seekers: How Autism Drives Human Invention.”  In the book, he argues that understanding autism, and what he calls the Systemizing Mechanism to figure out why things are, is key to understanding the origins of and evolution of human […] The post Innovative Thinking and Autism | A Conversation with Simon Baron-Cohen about how neurodiversity drives invention appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the therapist’s office today chatting with Marriage and Family Therapist, Katherine Scott, about how to help our kids with COVID fatigue. We’re a little over six months into the COVID experience, and while it’s had varying impacts on everyone, I think we can all agree we’re SO over it. Katherine and I talk […] The post Coping With COVID Fatigue | A conversation with Katherine Scott, LMFT, about helping our kids manage uncertain times | ABP Episode 93 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the master bedroom today talking with relationship coach, Janelle Harding.  We’ll be discussing the issues that come up in a marriage with someone on the spectrum, as well as tips for connecting with your child.  In this episode you will discover: How autism affects relationships, particularly romantic ones. Tips for connecting with someone […] The post Marriage On The Spectrum | A conversation with Janelle Harding about navigating relationships with someone on the autism spectrum |ABP episode 92 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Welcome to Autism Blueprint’s Kitchen Table Talk- a series of episodes where my husband, Joe, and I share some of our experiences living with autism over a cup of coffee at our kitchen table with you. So pull up a chair and join us.  In this episode we will be talking about: What autism parents […] The post Kitchen Table Talk | Honest conversations about autism parenting | What autism parents are learning from their COVID experience | ABP episode 91 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

We’re in the family room today talking with Juan Santos, a professional counselor, relationship expert and autism sib. He’ll be sharing his immigration story, relationship tips, and his experience growing up with a sister on the autism spectrum.  In this episode you will discover: What gets in the way of building healthy relationships. How to […] The post A Sibling’s Journey | A conversation with Juan Santos | ABP Episode 90 appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Welcome to Autism Blueprint’s Kitchen Table Talk- a series of episodes where my husband, Joe, and I will be sharing some of our experiences living with autism over a cup of coffee at our kitchen table with you. So pull up a chair and join us.  In this episode we will be talking about: Our […] The post Kitchen Table Talk | Honest Conversations About Autism Parenting |Get To Know Janeen & Joe appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.