Autism Blueprint Podcast

By Janeen Herskovitz: Autism Strategist, Therapist and Mom.

What's Autism Blueprint Podcast about?

In each episode host Janeen Herskovitz focuses on a different room in the house to help you create a peace plan for your home while living with autism.

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Autism Blueprint Podcast episodes:

04.16.2024
When Is It Time For Meds? | Medication Myths & Realities from a child psychiatrist|A conversation with Dr. Sourav Sengupta of Hopscotch Play
In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, Janeen welcomes Dr. Sourav Sengupta, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, to discuss important topics related to children’s mental health. The conversation delves into the role of medication in treatment, the importance of...
03.21.2024
Understanding Neurodivergent Needs | A conversation with Miss Kat | with Katherine Scott, LMFT
Today I am joined by the insightful and compassionate Katherine Scott, a licensed marriage and family therapist at our private practice. Known for her expertise in working with neurodivergent individuals, Katherine brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our...
02.15.2024
Breaking the Stigma | Redefining Autism & Celebrating Neurodiversity| A conversation with Jude Morrow
In today’s episode, we’re traveling overseas to chat with a special guest, Jude Morrow, a renowned autism advocate and author. Jude shares his personal journey from the medical model of disability to the neurodiversity lens, and how it has shaped...
01.31.2024
Take My Money, Fix My Kid | When consumerism and autism collide; How to avoid the pitfalls
Today we’re in your wallet, talking about the complex issue of autism and consumerism. When parents are vulnerable and faced with consumerism while trying to find the right care for their child, the results can be financially and emotionally devastating....
01.17.2024
REPLAY: What Autism Parents Wish You Knew | An Episode To Share With Extended Family & Friends
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...
12.21.2023
Substance Use & Addiction In Neurdivergent Families | A conversation with Kurt Schmidt of The Peer Network
Sometimes the journey to well-being feels overwhelming. But you don’t have to walk it alone. Welcome to the peer network, where connection meets compassion through telehealth peer support. At the peer network, their certified peer support specialists are more than...
11.22.2023
Autism and Employment | How one family created a successful business model that employs individuals on the spectrum
We’re in the workplace today talking with cofounder and COO, Tom D’Eri. Tom shares his experience growing up with an autistic brother and helping to create a sustainable employment opportunity for him and so many others. In This Episode You...
10.31.2023
A View From the Spectrum | A conversation with Ron Sandison about his experience growing up autistic
We’re in the home library today talking with author and public speaker, Ron Sandison. Ron shares his experience growing up autistic and has some fantastic advice for parents, professionals and churches who help people on the autism spectrum. In This...
09.13.2023
The New Normal | Adjusting to Your Child’s Autism Diagnosis | A conversation with Angie Harrington
We’re in the TV room/home theater today talking with Angie Harrington of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Angie’s son was diagnosed with autism last year, and she shares how she is navigating her new normal. In This Episode...
07.26.2023
Wise Motherhood | How one autism mom balances parenting and her private practice | A Conversation with Whitney Owens, LPC
We’re in the therapy office today chatting with Whitney Owens about her autism motherhood journey. Whitney shares her experiences as a mom, private practice owner and entrepreneur. In This Episode You Will Discover What is a faith-based practice and who...
07.11.2023
Autism and Adulthood: A Conversation With Brigitte Shipman
We’re in the family room today chatting with Brigitte Shipman about helping our autistic kids become independent adults. Brigitte shares her experiences as a mom and coach, including her experience of writing a book with her son. In This Episode...
10.25.2022
Travel Tips For Neurodivergent Families | A conversation with Dawn M. Barclay
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...
09.13.2022
Telling ‘Tails’: How Stories Can Help Kids Adjust To New Situations | A Conversation With Katherine Scott, LMFT
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...
08.03.2022
What Autism Parents Wish You Knew | An Episode To Share With Extended Family & Friends
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...
05.03.2022
Autism In Women & Girls: Why it’s so difficult to get a diagnosis | ABP Episode 105
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...
04.13.2022
What Parents Say Makes the Biggest Difference When Interacting With Their Autistic Child
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...
10.12.2021
Managing Your Energy As An Autism Parent | A conversation with Stephanie Weiderstrand of Beyond Special | ABP episode 103
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...
09.29.2021
Honoring Your Child’s Personhood | A conversation with Raffi | ABP Episode 102
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...
09.07.2021
Sensory Superheroes | Understanding your child’s sensory system through stories | A conversation with Dr. Reema Naim
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...
08.23.2021
If I Knew Then What I Know Now: Reflections on 20 years of autism parenting and 100 podcast episodes
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...
07.06.2021
Connecting With Your Child | A conversation with Susan Sherkow | ABP Episode 99
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:...
06.23.2021
Sleep Is Possible | How an autism dad used ingenuity to help our kids get better sleep | ABP Episode 98
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...
05.25.2021
What Your Autistic Child Wants You To Know | A conversation with Emily Paige Ballou and Morénike Giwa Onaiwu |ABP episode 97
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...
05.12.2021
When Your Partner Has Autism | A conversation with Kate McNulty about navigating romantic relationships
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...
02.03.2021
10 Common Areas Autism Parents Get Stuck | ABP Episode 95
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....
12.01.2020
Innovative Thinking and Autism | A Conversation with Simon Baron-Cohen about how neurodiversity drives invention
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...
09.22.2020
Coping With COVID Fatigue | A conversation with Katherine Scott, LMFT, about helping our kids manage uncertain times | ABP Episode 93
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...
09.14.2020
Marriage On The Spectrum | A conversation with Janelle Harding about navigating relationships with someone on the autism spectrum |ABP episode 92
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...
08.27.2020
Kitchen Table Talk | Honest conversations about autism parenting | What autism parents are learning from their COVID experience | ABP episode 91
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...
08.11.2020
A Sibling’s Journey | A conversation with Juan Santos | ABP Episode 90
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...
07.30.2020
Kitchen Table Talk | Honest Conversations About Autism Parenting |Get To Know Janeen & Joe
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...
07.10.2020
Building A Long Term Care Plan For Your Child | A conversation with Scarlett Kibbey | ABP Episode 88
One of the scariest parts of raising a child with a life-long disability is planning for their care after you’re gone. And if you’re one of those parents, you may not know that there are things you can put in...
07.02.2020
Self-Care For Autism Parents | A reverse interview with Luminara Serdar | ABP Episode 87
Self-care can be really difficult for autism parents, but it is SO necessary. In this episode, Autism Blueprint Podcast host, Janeen Herskovitz is interviewed by Luminara Serdar from Autism Transformed as part of her online summit: Autism Recovery Summit 4:...
06.17.2020
How To Build Your Parenting Village | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP Episode 86
Welcome to Autism Blueprint Quick Tips; A mini episode where I share a quick nugget of knowledge to help you on your autism journey. This episode is sponsored by the Autism Blueprint Classroom where you can download free resources, and...
06.03.2020
Beneath Behaviors | A conversation with Samantha Moe about the challenges of parenting kids on the autism spectrum
We’re in the family room today talking with parenting expert, Samantha Moe about how to handle challenging behaviors in your children. In this episode you will discover: How your emotional state can affect your child’s. The difference between meltdowns and...
05.19.2020
Food For Thought | A conversation with Denise Voight about how nutrition can help your child’s brain work better
We’re in the kitchen today talking with Denise Voight about food and nutrition. Denise is a clinical nutritionist who specializes in helping individuals with autism and ADHD, and she knows a ton about how nutrition affects your child’s brain. In...
05.05.2020
Exceptional Education | A conversation with Caitlin Sweetapple about getting the right educational support for your child with autism | ABP Episode 83
We’re in the classroom this week talking with Caitlin Sweetapple. Caitlin is the Director of Education at Shrub Oak International School, and will be talking about how to get the right educational support for your child. In this episode you...
04.28.2020
How To Help Your Child With Autism Sleep Better | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | Episode 82
Welcome to Autism Blueprint Quick Tips; A mini episode where I share a quick nugget of knowledge to help you on your autism journey. This episode is sponsored by the Autism Blueprint Classroom where you can download free resources, and...
04.17.2020
Autism and Single Parenting | A conversation with Nichole Wilson | ABP Episode 81
We’re in the family room this week talking with Nichole Wilson. Single parenting is especially difficult when you’re raising a child on the autism spectrum. Nichole will be sharing how she manages raising her daughter and running a magazine for...
04.10.2020
Autism Parenting During COIVD-19 | A conversation with Tosha Rollins | ABP Episode 80
My guest this week is Licensed Professional Counseling Associate, Tosha Rollins. Parenting a child on the autism spectrum is challenging, but especially during the time of COVID-19. We’ll be discussing her recommendations on how to get through it. In this...
04.03.2020
Maintaining Your Sanity As An Autism Parent During Quarantine | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP 79
Welcome to Autism Blueprint Quick Tips; A mini episode where I share a quick nugget of knowledge to help you on your autism journey. This episode is sponsored by the Autism Blueprint Classroom where you can download free resources, and...
03.27.2020
How To Help Your Child With Social Skills | A Conversation with Laura Crowley | ABP 78
My guest this week is social skills expert, Laura Crowley. Social skills is a struggle for most kids on the autism spectrum as well as many children with ADHD. It’s also the topic of the most common questions I receive...
03.20.2020
4 Ways To Help Your Child With Autism Cope With COVID-19 | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP 77
Welcome to Autism Blueprint Quick Tips; A mini episode where I share a quick nugget of knowledge to help you on your autism journey. This episode is sponsored by the Autism Blueprint Classroom where you can download free resources, and...
03.06.2020
How To Be An Autism Supermom | A conversation with Anne Bragg | ABP Episode 76
Autism moms, you’re in for a treat! My guest, Ann Bragg, is the creator or Autism Supermoms, a social media maven who provides support, encouragement and information to other autism moms. With a facebook group of over 4000 and an...
02.28.2020
5 Things People With Autism Wish You Would Stop Doing | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP 75
Welcome to Autism Blueprint Quick Tips; A mini episode where I share a quick nugget of knowledge to help you on your autism journey. This episode is sponsored by the Autism Blueprint Classroom where you can download free resources, and...
02.21.2020
How To Be Good Enough | A conversation with Kim Foster Carlson about perfectionism | ABP 74
We’re in the dining room today, chatting with Kim Foster Carlson about how she overcame perfectionism and improved her life. Her book, GOOD ENOUGH: How to Overcome Fear of Failure and Perfectionism to Live Your Best Life, is one of...
02.14.2020
Art Therapy For Autism | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | Episode 73
Welcome to Autism Blueprint Quick Tips; A mini episode where I share a quick nugget of knowledge to help you on your autism journey. This episode is sponsored by the Autism Blueprint Classroom where you can download free resources, and...
02.07.2020
When Autism Sibs Grow Up | What it’s like to grow up with a sibling on the autism spectrum | A conversation with Josh Treece | Episode 72
We’re in the home theater today talking about how growing up with an autistic sibling. My guest Josh Treece grew up with a brother who is affected by autism and has a great deal of knowledge and insight to share...
01.31.2020
Getting An Autism Diagnosis For Your Child | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | Episode 71
Welcome to Autism Blueprint Quick Tips; A mini episode where I share a quick nugget of knowledge to help you on your autism journey. This episode is sponsored by the Autism Blueprint Classroom where you can download free resources, and...
01.24.2020
Caring For the Caregiver | How to care for yourself while raising a child with autism | A conversation with Gordon Brewer, LMFT | Episode 70
We’re on the therapist’s couch today talking about how to take care of yourself as an autism parent. We all know how stressful parenting can be, and it’s even more so for the parent of a child on the autism...

What's Autism Blueprint Podcast about?

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Autism Blueprint Podcast episodes:

When Is It Time For Meds? | Medication Myths & Realities from a child psychiatrist|A conversation with Dr. Sourav Sengupta of Hopscotch Play

Understanding Neurodivergent Needs | A conversation with Miss Kat | with Katherine Scott, LMFT

Breaking the Stigma | Redefining Autism & Celebrating Neurodiversity| A conversation with Jude Morrow

Take My Money, Fix My Kid | When consumerism and autism collide; How to avoid the pitfalls

REPLAY: What Autism Parents Wish You Knew | An Episode To Share With Extended Family & Friends

Substance Use & Addiction In Neurdivergent Families | A conversation with Kurt Schmidt of The Peer Network

Autism and Employment | How one family created a successful business model that employs individuals on the spectrum

A View From the Spectrum | A conversation with Ron Sandison about his experience growing up autistic

The New Normal | Adjusting to Your Child’s Autism Diagnosis | A conversation with Angie Harrington

Wise Motherhood | How one autism mom balances parenting and her private practice | A Conversation with Whitney Owens, LPC

Autism and Adulthood: A Conversation With Brigitte Shipman

Travel Tips For Neurodivergent Families | A conversation with Dawn M. Barclay

Telling ‘Tails’: How Stories Can Help Kids Adjust To New Situations | A Conversation With Katherine Scott, LMFT

What Autism Parents Wish You Knew | An Episode To Share With Extended Family & Friends

Autism In Women & Girls: Why it’s so difficult to get a diagnosis | ABP Episode 105

What Parents Say Makes the Biggest Difference When Interacting With Their Autistic Child

Managing Your Energy As An Autism Parent | A conversation with Stephanie Weiderstrand of Beyond Special | ABP episode 103

Honoring Your Child’s Personhood | A conversation with Raffi | ABP Episode 102

Sensory Superheroes | Understanding your child’s sensory system through stories | A conversation with Dr. Reema Naim

If I Knew Then What I Know Now: Reflections on 20 years of autism parenting and 100 podcast episodes

Connecting With Your Child | A conversation with Susan Sherkow | ABP Episode 99

Sleep Is Possible | How an autism dad used ingenuity to help our kids get better sleep | ABP Episode 98

What Your Autistic Child Wants You To Know | A conversation with Emily Paige Ballou and Morénike Giwa Onaiwu |ABP episode 97

When Your Partner Has Autism | A conversation with Kate McNulty about navigating romantic relationships

10 Common Areas Autism Parents Get Stuck | ABP Episode 95

Innovative Thinking and Autism | A Conversation with Simon Baron-Cohen about how neurodiversity drives invention

Coping With COVID Fatigue | A conversation with Katherine Scott, LMFT, about helping our kids manage uncertain times | ABP Episode 93

Marriage On The Spectrum | A conversation with Janelle Harding about navigating relationships with someone on the autism spectrum |ABP episode 92

Kitchen Table Talk | Honest conversations about autism parenting | What autism parents are learning from their COVID experience | ABP episode 91

A Sibling’s Journey | A conversation with Juan Santos | ABP Episode 90

Kitchen Table Talk | Honest Conversations About Autism Parenting |Get To Know Janeen & Joe

Building A Long Term Care Plan For Your Child | A conversation with Scarlett Kibbey | ABP Episode 88

Self-Care For Autism Parents | A reverse interview with Luminara Serdar | ABP Episode 87

How To Build Your Parenting Village | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP Episode 86

Beneath Behaviors | A conversation with Samantha Moe about the challenges of parenting kids on the autism spectrum

Food For Thought | A conversation with Denise Voight about how nutrition can help your child’s brain work better

Exceptional Education | A conversation with Caitlin Sweetapple about getting the right educational support for your child with autism | ABP Episode 83

How To Help Your Child With Autism Sleep Better | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | Episode 82

Autism and Single Parenting | A conversation with Nichole Wilson | ABP Episode 81

Autism Parenting During COIVD-19 | A conversation with Tosha Rollins | ABP Episode 80

Maintaining Your Sanity As An Autism Parent During Quarantine | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP 79

How To Help Your Child With Social Skills | A Conversation with Laura Crowley | ABP 78

4 Ways To Help Your Child With Autism Cope With COVID-19 | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP 77

How To Be An Autism Supermom | A conversation with Anne Bragg | ABP Episode 76

5 Things People With Autism Wish You Would Stop Doing | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | ABP 75

How To Be Good Enough | A conversation with Kim Foster Carlson about perfectionism | ABP 74

Art Therapy For Autism | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | Episode 73

When Autism Sibs Grow Up | What it’s like to grow up with a sibling on the autism spectrum | A conversation with Josh Treece | Episode 72

Getting An Autism Diagnosis For Your Child | Autism Blueprint Quick Tips | Episode 71

Caring For the Caregiver | How to care for yourself while raising a child with autism | A conversation with Gordon Brewer, LMFT | Episode 70