All Autism Talk

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"Connecting the Autism Community One Podcast at a Time" Our podcast offers a friendly conversation with inspiring individuals in the autism community. Our aim is to provide valuable insights and information as well as access to support in communities throughout the United States. Join us!

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A Closer Look at The BHCOE

01.10.2023

Dr. Ellie Kazemi is the Chief Science Officer at Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE), an accrediting organization focused on improving the quality of behavior analytic services. She is also a professor at CSUN, where she founded the M.S. in ...

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01.10.2023 A Closer Look at The BHCOE Dr. Ellie Kazemi is the Chief Science Officer at Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE), an accrediting organization focused on improving the quality of behavior analytic services. She is also a professor at CSUN, where she founded the M.S. in ...
11.15.2022 The Importance of Prioritizing Applied Research for Practicing BCBA's Dr. Amber Valentino, Chief Clinical Officer for Trumpet Behavioral Health where she leads all research and training activities, joins us to discuss the importance of prioritizing research. We delve into the issue of outdated research for those receiving services and ...
09.01.2022 Bridging the Gap Between Autism Culture and American Culture Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us for a third time to explore autism through the lens of culture. Having spent most of his life in isolation, Russell has found his voice and independence in recent years. His passion ...
06.28.2022 The Words We Use When Discussing Autism Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us for a second time to share his perspectives on the words we use when discussing autism. Having spent most of his life in isolation, Russell has found his voice and independence in ...
06.28.2022 The Words We Use When Discussuing Autism Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us for a second time to share his perspectives on the words we use when discussing autism. Having spent most of his life in isolation, Russell has found his voice and independence in ...
05.12.2022 An Honest Look at the Full Experience of Autism with Russell Lehmann Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us to share his perspectives on autism and the human condition. Having spent most of his life in isolation, Russell has found his voice and independence in recent years. His passion for erasing ...
04.12.2022 BHCOE Accreditation: Understanding How Quality Care is Measured in ABA Sara Litvak, Founder & CEO of Behavioral Health Center of Excellence, the only ABA-specific accrediting body joins us to discuss the different ways quality is measured in the accreditation process. This discussion delves into the importance of not only clinical ...
03.29.2022 Understanding the IEP Process and How to Best Advocate for Your Child Mo Buti, an advocate and instructional expert for people with autism joins us to take a deep dive into the IEP process. She shares details about all the people that make up the team and how parents can best prepare ...
03.02.2022 Current Autism Research and Why Families May Want to Participate Pamela Feliciano, Scientific Director of SPARK (Simons Powering Autism Research) the world’s largest autism research study. Dr. Feliciano joins us to share her thoughts on the recent change to autism statistics from the CDC, the value of participating in research, ...
02.15.2022 Lasting Happiness - How to be kinder to yourself and others Professor Emeritus at the University of Oregon and President of the Choose Kindness Foundation, Doug Carnine joins us to discuss his work with the Choose Kindness Foundation that works with schools, businesses, prisons, and social service agencies across the US ...
02.15.2022 Lasting Happiness - How to kinder to yourself and others Professor Emeritus at the University of Oregon and President of the Choose Kindness Foundation, Doug Carnine joins us to discuss his work with the Choose Kindness Foundation that works with schools, businesses, prisons, and social service agencies across the US ...
02.01.2022 The Breakaway - Transitioning Autistic Adolescents into Adulthood Dr. Tom Welch an expert in work with neurodiverse young people and families joins us to talk about the important work of preparing adolescents for adulthood. Dr. Welch shares key skills parents can help foster while also setting appropriate goals ...
01.11.2022 The September 26th Project: Safety Preparedness for Families with Autism The September 26th was created to honor the lives of a family that was tragically lost in a home fire. By providing safety awareness and preparedness resources for families the mission of this initiative is to review their safety plans ...
12.14.2021 Creating a Successful Holiday for Children with Autism All Autism Talk hosts Kathrine Johnson and Richie Ploesch, sit down to discuss strategies and tips to support a happy, safe, and fun holiday experience for children with autism. As Katherine shared, "When kids know what to expect, it can ...
11.18.2021 Enriching Life Experiences for Young Autistic Adults Heather Tarczan, Executive Director of Urban Autism Solutions joins us to talk about how their program is working to build opportunity and community for young adults in Chicago. Every year, thousands of teens with autism age out of high school. ...
10.27.2021 Nobody's Normal: How Culture Created the Stigma of Mental Illness Roy Richard Grinker is a Professor of Anthropology and International Affairs at George Washington University and author. He joins us to share insights from his latest book, Nobody’s Normal: How Culture Created the Stigma of Mental Illness. In this discussion, ...
10.14.2021 TSC: A Rare Genetic Disease with a 50% Autism Diagnosis Kari Luther Rosbeck, President & CEO, TSC Alliance, and Steven L. Roberds, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, TSC Alliance join us for a discussion about Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSCA) a rare genetic disorder. This is an incredibly educational conversation on how ...
09.30.2021 Dr. Temple Grandin and Dr. Debra Moore - Navigating Autism Dr. Temple Grandin returns to the podcast to discuss her latest book, Navigating Autism, which is a collaboration with psychologist Debra Moore, who has done extensive work with children, teens, and adults on the autism spectrum. This episode highlights Dr. ...
09.15.2021 Addressing the Cultural Needs of Families with Autism Corina Jimenez-Gomez, faculty at Auburn University, and Lauren Beaulieu a behavior analyst for 20 years join us to discuss the importance of culturally responsive services in ABA. Along with their extensive work educating others in this area, they each bring ...
09.03.2021 Female Life on the Spectrum - Insights from Jennifer Cook Jennifer Cook was diagnosed on the autism spectrum at the age of 35 and is raising three children on the spectrum. She is the author of seven bestselling, award-winning books. This lively conversation had our host, Katherine Johnson laughing and ...
08.20.2021 Advancing Research and Understanding of Autism Holly Lechniak Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Outreach Director for the AARTS (Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment, and Services) Center at Rush University Medical Center, joins us to share about the work of SPARK. This national study is working towards accelerating ...
08.06.2021 Autism Today: A Look at How Far We Have Come and What is Still Needed Dr. Fred Volkmar, a professor at Yale University with over 40 years in the field of autism-related studies, joins us to provide perspective on how far we have come in the diagnosis, research, and services for individuals with autism. With ...
07.21.2021 Follow Your Passions: The Vast Areas of Interest in ABA Dr. Danquah-Brobby is an international psychologist and board certified behavior analyst currently serving as the ABA Chair for the Chicago School of Professional Psychology’s Washington, DC Campus. Paula joins us to talk about a variety of topics related to the ...
07.08.2021 Women in Behavior Analysis with Devon Sundberg Devon Sundberg, M.S., BCBA is the founder of the groundbreaking (and long overdue) Women in Behavior Analysis Conference (WIBA). Devon shares how raising three daughters helped open her eyes to how gendered life can be (including party food). Having previously ...
05.26.2021 Supporting Autistic Individuals from High School to Adulthood with Dan McManmon Dan McManmon is President of the College Internship Program, also known as CIP, one of the world’s most comprehensive transition programs for young adults on the autism spectrum and learning differences. CIP operates full-year and summer programs at 5 center ...
05.12.2021 Girls and Autism: Diagnosis, Treatment, and New Research with Dr. Ronit Molko Dr. Ronit Molko acts as an advisor to investors, service providers, clinical organizations, and communities, providing cutting-edge insights into the rapidly expanding field of behavioral healthcare. Dr. Molko helps leaders and delivery teams understand current trends and best practices, navigate ...
04.28.2021 Autism Acceptance Month with the Autism Society's President Christopher Banks Christopher Banks has a comprehensive background in human services and the healthcare arena, where he’s had a successful record of increasing fundraising efforts, measurably improving revenue strategies, and being a transformational leader committed to diversity and cultural growth. Most recently, ...
04.14.2021 New Research on Sleep Issues in Autism with Dr. Annette Estes Annette Estes is a Research Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences and Department of Psychology at the University of Washington. She holds the Susan & Richard Fade Endowed Chair and is the Director of the University of ...
03.30.2021 Critical Autism Services for Military Families in Jeopardy Ira L. Cohen, PhD, specializes in autism and behavioral assessment. He received his PhD in psychobiology from Rutgers University in 1974 under the supervision of Dr. Michael R. D’Amato. He was an NIH post-doctoral fellow in experimental psychopathology and behavior ...
03.16.2021 The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum with Lindsey Sterling Dr. Sterling is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in ASD and coexisting conditions, including anxiety and depression. She earned her B.S. in Psychobiology from UCLA and her M.S./Ph.D. from the University of Washington. She completed her Clinical Internship in Developmental Disabilities ...
03.03.2021 BABA Initiatives and Their Upcoming Conference with President, Adrienne Bradley Adrienne Bradley graduated from Central Michigan University, in 2014 with a Bachelors in Exercise Science, and a minor in Psychology. After college she began working within the public school systems, where she found there was a need for services with ...
02.16.2021 Autism Services in Italy with Founder of Progettoautismo, Elena Bulfone Elena Bulfone is a member of the Board of the Regional Council for People with Disabilities, autism division. She has also served on the Conference of Italian Regions to the interinstitutional working group on autism as well as the Council ...
01.26.2021 Using Theatre as a Teaching Tool for Individuals with Autism with Barry Prizant Dr. Barry Prizant is a speech-language pathologist with close to 50 years experience as a researcher and international consultant for autistic individuals and their families. He is a Visiting Scholar at Brown University and Director, Childhood Communication Services. Publications include ...
12.18.2020 Functional Analysis and Self Determination with Dr. Eldridge and Dr. Peterson Stephanie M. Peterson, Ph.D., is Professor Psychology and Chair of the Department of Psychology at Western Michigan University. She earned her doctorate in Special Education at The University of Iowa in 1994. Previously, she taught at Gonzaga University, Utah State ...
12.02.2020 How Autism Drives Human Invention with Simon Baron-Cohen Simon Baron-Cohen is a Professor in the Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry University of Cambridge and Fellow at Trinity College, Cambridge. He is Director of the Autism Research Centre in Cambridge. He is author of Mindblindness, The Essential Difference, Prenatal ...
11.18.2020 Quality Mentorship and Supervision in ABA with Tyra Sellers and Linda LeBlanc Tyra P. Sellers, JD, PhD, BCBA-D is the Director of Ethics at the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. She earned a B.A. in Philosophy and M.A. in Special Education from San Francisco State University, a J.D. from the University of San ...
11.04.2020 Using Accessible Language When Educating Parents with Dr. Albert Knapp Albert Knapp, PsyD, BCBA-D, RPT-S, received his doctorate in clinical psychology from Argosy University, Orange County. He is a Clinical Psychologist in California, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral, and a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. Dr. Knapp completed his doctoral research on studying ...
09.15.2020 Race & How it Impacts ABA & Our Community with Adrienne Bradley Adrienne Bradley graduated from Central Michigan University, in 2014 with a Bachelors in Exercise Science, and a minor in Psychology. After college she began working within the public school systems, where she found there was a need for services with ...
08.04.2020 What it Takes to Become a Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with Dr. Malmberg A licensed psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Dr. Debra Berry Malmberg is an Associate Professor of Psychology at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), where she teaches graduate and undergraduate coursework in behavior analysis and clinical psychology. Dr. Malmberg is ...
07.14.2020 How Lighting Can Affect Your Circadian Rhythm with Dave Bisbee Dave Bisbee is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) with nearly thirty years of experience in the energy industry working with commercial, residential, and public-sector customers. Dave has served as a Project Manager for SMUD’s Customer Advanced Technologies (CAT) program for ...
07.07.2020 Optimistic Parenting and How it Can Help Your Family with V. Mark Durand V. Mark Durand is a Distinguished University Professor of psychology at the USF St. Petersburg. Dr. Durand has more than 135 publications. Durand's research includes the assessment and treatment of severe behavior problems for children and adults with ASD and ...
06.30.2020 Compassionate Care and the Role it Plays in Supporting Families with Dr. Taylor Dr. Bridget A. Taylor is co-founder and CEO of Alpine Learning Group and is Senior Clinical Advisor for Rethink. She holds a Doctorate of Psychology from Rutgers University, and received her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education from Columbia ...
06.23.2020 Transformation and Advocacy for Autism Treatment with Behaviorbabe, Dr. Kelly Dr. Amanda N. Kelly obtained her BA in Elementary Education from Shepherd University, her masters in Behavioral Education and doctorate in Behavior Analysis from Simmons University. Dr. Kelly has experience working as a paraprofessional, elementary educator, special education teacher, counselor, ...
06.16.2020 In Two Worlds by Ido Kedar, Author with Nonspeaking Autism Ido Kedar, 24, is an author, blogger and advocate for the communication and educational rights of nonspeakers. Ido has nonspeaking autism and communicates by typing on a keyboard, tablet or letter board and converses via voice output. a Ido did ...
06.02.2020 Token Systems and How You Can Be Using Them In Your Home Katherine Johnson, BCBA is back to share how you can implement a token system in your home. Resources Discussed: Privilege Points - http://www.privilegepoints.com/ For more helpful tips and resources, sign up for our Parent Newsletter at learnbehavioral.com/parentresources. All Autism Talk ...
05.26.2020 Addressing Mental Health For Parents of Children with Special Needs Evelia is a compassionate, direct, and bilingual therapist who provides a nonjudgmental space to discover internal needs. Her practice is influenced by psychodynamic and strength-based perspectives. She is particularly skilled in working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, learning ...
05.19.2020 Taking a Deeper Dive into Telehealth Research with Kelly Schieltz & Matt O’Brien Matthew O’Brien, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. He completed his doctorate in Psychological and Quantitative Foundations from the University of Iowa under the guidance of Dr. David Wacker ...
05.12.2020 Taking a Closer Look at Your Child’s ABA Program with Tina Patterson, BCBA Tina Patterson has an international certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and US licensure as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 25 years of experience working to improve behavior change practices in education, clinical and community programs. She ...
05.05.2020 Making Your Child’s Telehealth Sessions Successful with Laura Charin, M.Ed, BCBA Laura Charin, M.Ed, BCBA joins us to discuss overcoming challenges and having success using teleABA(Telehealth). Laura is Autism Spectrum Therapy’s (AST) Clinical Director for the Albuquerque, NM region. Laura has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis with ...
04.28.2020 How to Manage Your Child's Stress & Anxiety During COVID-19 The sudden disruption in routine due to COVID-19 is challenging for all individuals to manage as we adjust to a new, and hopefully short-lived, normal of staying at home and ceasing most of our regular activities. For families of individuals ...

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All Autism Talk episodes:

A Closer Look at The BHCOE

The Importance of Prioritizing Applied Research for Practicing BCBA's

Bridging the Gap Between Autism Culture and American Culture

The Words We Use When Discussing Autism

The Words We Use When Discussuing Autism

An Honest Look at the Full Experience of Autism with Russell Lehmann

BHCOE Accreditation: Understanding How Quality Care is Measured in ABA

Understanding the IEP Process and How to Best Advocate for Your Child

Current Autism Research and Why Families May Want to Participate

Lasting Happiness - How to be kinder to yourself and others

Lasting Happiness - How to kinder to yourself and others

The Breakaway - Transitioning Autistic Adolescents into Adulthood

The September 26th Project: Safety Preparedness for Families with Autism

Creating a Successful Holiday for Children with Autism

Enriching Life Experiences for Young Autistic Adults

Nobody's Normal: How Culture Created the Stigma of Mental Illness

TSC: A Rare Genetic Disease with a 50% Autism Diagnosis

Dr. Temple Grandin and Dr. Debra Moore - Navigating Autism

Addressing the Cultural Needs of Families with Autism

Female Life on the Spectrum - Insights from Jennifer Cook

Advancing Research and Understanding of Autism

Autism Today: A Look at How Far We Have Come and What is Still Needed

Follow Your Passions: The Vast Areas of Interest in ABA

Women in Behavior Analysis with Devon Sundberg

Supporting Autistic Individuals from High School to Adulthood with Dan McManmon

Girls and Autism: Diagnosis, Treatment, and New Research with Dr. Ronit Molko

Autism Acceptance Month with the Autism Society's President Christopher Banks

New Research on Sleep Issues in Autism with Dr. Annette Estes

Critical Autism Services for Military Families in Jeopardy

The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum with Lindsey Sterling

BABA Initiatives and Their Upcoming Conference with President, Adrienne Bradley

Autism Services in Italy with Founder of Progettoautismo, Elena Bulfone

Using Theatre as a Teaching Tool for Individuals with Autism with Barry Prizant

Functional Analysis and Self Determination with Dr. Eldridge and Dr. Peterson

How Autism Drives Human Invention with Simon Baron-Cohen

Quality Mentorship and Supervision in ABA with Tyra Sellers and Linda LeBlanc

Using Accessible Language When Educating Parents with Dr. Albert Knapp

Race & How it Impacts ABA & Our Community with Adrienne Bradley

What it Takes to Become a Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with Dr. Malmberg

How Lighting Can Affect Your Circadian Rhythm with Dave Bisbee

Optimistic Parenting and How it Can Help Your Family with V. Mark Durand

Compassionate Care and the Role it Plays in Supporting Families with Dr. Taylor

Transformation and Advocacy for Autism Treatment with Behaviorbabe, Dr. Kelly

In Two Worlds by Ido Kedar, Author with Nonspeaking Autism

Token Systems and How You Can Be Using Them In Your Home

Addressing Mental Health For Parents of Children with Special Needs

Taking a Deeper Dive into Telehealth Research with Kelly Schieltz & Matt O’Brien

Taking a Closer Look at Your Child’s ABA Program with Tina Patterson, BCBA

Making Your Child’s Telehealth Sessions Successful with Laura Charin, M.Ed, BCBA

How to Manage Your Child's Stress & Anxiety During COVID-19