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in this episode, Dr. Tay discusses the importance of stillness and how it can benefit parents navigating the autism parenting journey. she shares her personal experience with breathwork and therapy, highlighting the power of slowing down and regulating the nervous system. Dr. Tay emphasizes the need for parents to create moments of stillness to refill their energy and prevent burnout. she also provides practical tips for incorporating stillness into daily life, such as meditation, journaling, and intentional self-care. through intentional stillness, parents can find clarity, trust their instincts, and take intuitive action in supporting their autistic child.

RESOURCES

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

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Dr. Tay welcomes Chris Bonnello, an autistic advocate, author, and a Rubik's cube master, to the podcast. Chris shares his journey from the classroom to advocacy, highlighting the importance of promoting neurodivergence. he talks about his late autism diagnosis at 24 and how this led him to a journey of self-acceptance. the discussion also covers the impact of labels on self-perception and the use of the Autistic Not Weird platform to amplify the voices and experiences of the autistic community. Chris shares about his Underdog Series and his newfound love of the Rubik's Cube, the evolution of neurodiversity, and advice for parents of autistic children.

CHAPTERS

(00:00) Neurodiversity and Acceptance

(10:31) Autism's Impact on Identity and Masking

(23:41) The Growth of Autistic Not Weird

(34:35) The Underdog Series and Other Advocacy Work

(41:29) Rubik's Cubes and Finding Community

RESOURCES

⚡️ Connect with Chris and support his advocacy work

Join the Autistic Not Weird community on Facebook

Order the Underdogs Series and other books

Subscribe to Chris' Patreon

Other social media: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook

⚡️Read the Autistic Not Weird Autism Survey that summarizes perspectives from over 7,000 autistic people and 11,000 people total

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

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TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

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Dr. Tay welcomes Dr. Nicole Michaeli, a pediatric psychologist specializing in comprehensive evaluations, to the podcast. we discuss the twice-exceptional (2E) profile of children who are gifted and have learning or developmental disabilities. the episode includes discussions about asynchronous development characteristic of 2E children as well as strengths and support needs in the context of a neurodiversity framework. Dr. Nicole discusses the importance of a tailored approach to foster the growth of 2E children, addressing the emotional impact they often experience. she also explores intriguing findings from brain imaging studies that differentiate these children from their peers. the episode offers practical advice and actionable steps for 2E children, with a specific focus on how giftedness can present in autistic children.

RESOURCES

⚡️connect with Dr. Nicole Michaeli

Instagram @drnicolephd

TikTok @drnicolephd

My Child Assessment website (her practice in West Los Angeles)

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

*please note: in this episode, many terminologies and phrases are used to describe autism. Dr. Tay honors what each child and family prefers, and intentionally chooses to use affirming and identity-first language after listening to autistic adults and their preferences. various guests on the podcast are likely to use the language that they have been exposed to the most.

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Dr. Tay hosts speech-language pathologist Katja Piscitelli on the podcast to explore Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition (NLA). They discuss how this form of language processing is a common and natural pathway to language development for autistic and non-autistic children alike. Katja shares her experience of discovering this language phenomenon, and how it can be a powerful tool in supporting language development. they also discuss the role of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in language development. The conversation includes pointers on how to identify if your child is a Gestalt Language Processor and the importance of patience and consistent modeling in language development.

CHAPTERS

0:00.00 - welcome Katja Piscitelli and her story of becoming a speech-language pathologist

0:03:33 - what is Gestalt Language Processing (GLP)

0:07:52 - what is Natural Language Acquisition (NLA)

0:08:50 - stage 1 of GLP and how to support

0:21:37 - what is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and how to adapt for GLPs

0:36:41 - stage 2 of GLP and how to support

0:40:41 - stage 3 of GLP and how to support

0:46:28 - stage 4, 5, and 6 with developing grammar

0:49:23 - ways to connect with Katja

RESOURCES

⚡️ follow Katja on Instagram and Facebook to keep learning more from here

⚡️ additional resources for GLP

www.meaningfulspeech.com

www.communicationdevelopmentcenter.com

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

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LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

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this in epsiode, I discuss my personal experience with burnout and perfectionism. I emphasize the importance of recognizing when it's time to pause, reassessing priorities, and letting go of perfectionism. I announce a change to the podcast - dropping down to one promised episode per week! but we have over 70 past episodes that you can binge. plus there could be surprise episodes from time to time. I also encourage you to take a step back and evaluate your life, cutting back on unnecessary tasks and focusing on what truly matters.

RESOURCES

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

answering YOUR questions on today's episode!

on today's Dr. Tay breaks down the different specialty fields and what types of providers can diagnose vs. do therapy. we focus on the field of psychology, as psychologists are uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive care, including diagnosis and therapy services. the other fields covered in this episode include psychiatry, developmental behavioral pediatrics, neurology, mental health therapists, and school psychology.

NOTE: in this episode, I do not touch on the therapists who focus on developmental skills, such as speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. these types of therapists provide great support services but are unable to diagnose autism. basically any profession with the title "therapist" are typically unable to diagnose autism.

RESOURCES

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

DISCLAIMER >> anything shared on this podcast should not be considered clinical advice, and you should consult with your team of medical, mental health, and developmental providers if you need support.

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Dr. Tay welcomes Theresa Noye, an autism mother, author, and self-love coach, to the podcast. Theresa shares her journey of her son's diagnosis, from non-speaking to now a college student studying strategic communications. she also discusses the transformative power of love and advocacy and sheds light on the importance of self-care and family care. the episode also delves into racial disparities and seeing your child as an individual. Theresa used the inspiration of her own story to write a book and then start coaching other Black women on self-love.

RESOURCES

⚡️ Theresa's book "Hello Autism: How to Love, Like, and Learn from Your Special Needs Child"

⚡️ connect with Theresa on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and/or book a free epiphany session to learn more about her self-love coaching

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

*please note: in this episode, many terminologies and phrases are used to describe autism. Dr. Tay honors what each child and family prefers, and intentionally chooses to use affirming and identity-first language after listening to autistic adults and their preferences. various guests on the podcast are likely to use the language that they have been exposed to the most.

in this mini episode, Dr. Tay explores the transformative power of "yet" in parenting an autistic child. discover the power of 'yet' as a tool for staying present, believing in your child's potential, and reducing worry. as an action item, you are encouraged to journal your current worries and shift them to include "yet."

RESOURCES

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

DISCLAIMER >> anything shared on this podcast should not be considered clinical advice, and you should consult with your team of medical, mental health, and developmental providers if you need support.

answering YOUR questions on today's episode!

Q: how do I respond when someone makes fun of my autistic child?

A: Dr. Tay shares tips and strategies for navigating this difficult topic, with a focus on creating collaborative conversations and managing your own emotions in these situations.

RESOURCES

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

DISCLAIMER >> anything shared on this podcast should not be considered clinical advice, and you should consult with your team of medical, mental health, and developmental providers if you need support.

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Dr. Tay hosts Dr. Steve Chaney, a renowned research scientist and educator, on the podcast to discuss the complexities of autism. we cover the causes of autism, emphasizing the roles of genetics, environmental factors, and epigenetics. we also discuss common misconceptions about autism and discuss the importance of individual experiences. the conversation also focuses on the role of diet, highlighting the benefits of whole foods, as well as discussion of supplementation.

CHAPTERS

0:00:00 - introduction of Dr. Chaney

0:03:25 - causes of autism

0:11:38 - understanding and interpreting research

0:18:18 - the role of diet

0:25:45 - discussion about supplements

RESOURCES

⚡️ continue learning from Dr. Chaney >>

subscribe to his weekly blog Health Tips From The Professor

read his books Slaying the Food Myths and Slaying the Supplement Myths

⚡️learn more about Shaklee products, including connecting with Dr. Chaney's wife, Suzanne, via email [email protected] or text 919-524-4815

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email [email protected] if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

*please note: in this episode, many terminologies and phrases are used to describe autism. Dr. Tay honors what each child and family prefers, and intentionally chooses to use affirming and identity-first language after listening to autistic adults and their preferences. various guests on the podcast are likely to use the language that they have been exposed to the most.