Welcome to the Autism in Black Podcast, hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. In this episode, we're joined by Quintina Briscoe, M.S., CCC-SLP—an experienced speech-language pathologist and founder of Pediatric Speech Lab. With over a decade of experience, Quintina has become a vital support for families navigating the long wait for therapy services. She shares practical strategies for parents to foster communication skills before services officially start and emphasizes why understanding your child's diagnosis is essential to becoming an empowered, informed advocate. Quintina's holistic and inclusive approach centers families—especially Black parents—as the experts in their child's journey, offering encouragement, clarity, and tools that make a real difference.

In This Episode:

Quintina Briscoe, M.S., CCC-SLP, joins us to share how parents can confidently support their child's communication development—even before therapy services begin. As a seasoned speech-language pathologist and founder of Pediatric Speech Lab, Quintina provides practical tools for language building at home and emphasizes why understanding your child's diagnosis is key to becoming an empowered advocate. She also explains how communication skills should be nurtured across all areas of a child's life—not just in therapy. This conversation is filled with encouragement, insight, and strategies every parent should hear.

Listeners will explore:

• Interim language and communication strategies for parents to use while waiting for services
• The importance of generalizing communication skills across home, school, and community settings
• Why parents need a clear, full understanding of their child's diagnosis and what it means for long-term advocacy

Connect with Quintina Briscoe:

Empowered Parent Circle: https://empoweredparentcircle.com/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quintinabriscoeslp?_t=ZT-8uthR6jZloU&_r=1

About Quintina Briscoe:

Quintina Briscoe, M.S., CCC-SLP, is a passionate speech-language pathologist and the founder of Pediatric Speech Lab. For over 10 years, she has worked to bridge the service gap for families of children with autism, delivering early tools and support for communication development. She is also the creator of the Empowered Parent Circle, a supportive community designed to equip parents with the knowledge and confidence to advocate effectively for their children. Quintina is known for her compassionate, culturally aware approach and her commitment to empowering families to become the strongest voices in their child's care.

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