In this episode: “The Autism Doctor” Brian Udell, M.D.

(23 mins) Dr. Udell is a leader in the healthcare industry with forty years of experience. Presently, Dr. Udell is practicing behavioral pediatrics in Davie, FL where he has focused on children with developmental disabilities including ADHD and Autism. Dr. Udell discusses his history with treating at-risk newborns, the gut-brain connection with kids on the spectrum, and why he thinks the current concept of autism comorbidities is incorrect.

For more about Brian visit: https://theautismdoctor.com/ or http://www.childdev.org/

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In this episode: we continue our chat with autism self-advocate and NeuroGuides CEO & founder J. David Hall.

(28 mins) David has three children: Asher, Cherith, and Levi, all living with ASD. After becoming heavily involved in autism advocacy, David himself learned he was also on the spectrum. He is the founder and CEO of NeuroGuides, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that provides consultations and life coaching for autistic people, and educates businesses on inclusion. David discusses the common myths society has about people with autism, the importance of harnessing interests, and how individuals on the spectrum can excel at what they love doing.

For more about David and NeuroGuides, visit: https://neuroguides.org/

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In this episode: autism self-advocate and NeuroGuides CEO & founder J. David Hall.

(28 mins) David has three children, Asher, Cherith, and Levi, all living with ASD. After becoming heavily involved in autism advocacy, David himself learned he was also on the spectrum. He is the founder and CEO of NeuroGuides, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that provides consultations and life coaching for autistic people, and educates businesses on inclusion. David discusses how he received his diagnosis, the importance of maximizing the potential of people with autism, the importance of advocacy by people that are actually on the spectrum, and how a third party can sometimes help discover interests when parents have been unable to.

For more about David and NeuroGuides, visit: https://neuroguides.org/

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In this episode Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Jo Ann Marianne, a mental health self-advocate and board member of NAMI Broward

(16 minutes) NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is a grassroots organization of individuals with mental illnesses, especially serious mental illnesses, their family members, and friends whose mission is to advocate for effective prevention, diagnosis, treatment, support, research and recovery that improves the quality of life of persons of all ages who are affected by mental illnesses. Jo Ann shares her struggles with mental illness, gives advice to anyone dealing with a psychiatric diagnosis, and discusses the challenge of dealing with stigma in the corporate world.

For more about NAMI Broward: namibroward.org

For the national NAMI office: nami.org

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In this episode Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Jennifer Jo Brout, Psy.D., NYC Chapter Director for the FSH Society.

(24 mins) Dr. Brout is one of the world’s authorities on the condition known as Misophonia, and has the condition herself. She established the Duke University Sensory Processing and Emotion Regulation Program, and is the founder of the International Misophonia Research Network. She also lives with FSHD - a form of muscular dystrophy, and is the director of the New York City chapter of the FHS Society. Dr. Brout discusses the challenges related to having muscular dystrophy, and looks at what the psychological effects and comorbidities of the condition are.

For more about the FHS Society: https://www.fshsociety.org/

For more about Misophonia and Dr. Brout, visit:

https://www.misophoniainternational.com/

http://misophoniakids.com/

JJB Counseling and Consultation: https://www.sensationandemotionnetwork.com/

For information about the Duke University Sensory Processing and Emotion Regulation Program, visit: http://dukescience.org/content/misophonia

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In this episode Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with psychologist & misophonia self-advocate Jennifer Jo Brout, Psy.D.

(15 mins) Dr. Brout is one of the world’s authorities on the condition known as Misophonia, and has the condition herself. She established the Duke University Sensory Processing and Emotion Regulation Program, and is the founder of the International Misophonia Research Network. Dr. Brout discusses advances in misophonia studies, and offers tips to parents of children with the condition.

For more about Misophonia and Dr. Brout, visit:

https://www.misophoniainternational.com/

http://misophoniakids.com/

JJB Counseling and Consultation: https://www.sensationandemotionnetwork.com/

For information about the Duke University Sensory Processing and Emotion Regulation Program, visit: http://dukescience.org/content/misophonia

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Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses ending stigma with Sandra Cumper, M.S. of NAMI Broward

(15 minutes) Sandra Cumper, M.S. is the executive director of NAMI Broward. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is a grassroots organization of individuals with mental illnesses, especially serious mental illnesses, their family members, and friends whose mission is to advocate for effective prevention, diagnosis, treatment, support, research and recovery that improves the quality of life of persons of all ages who are affected by mental illnesses. Hackie and Sandra discuss the NAMI mission, how the alliance works in communities to raise aware around mental health issues, and gives advice on how everyone can work to end stigma.

For more about NAMI Broward: https://namibroward.org/

For the national NAMI office: https://nami.org/

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Hackie Reitman, M.D. explores acculturation with Pei-Fen Li, Ph.D.

(27 minutes) Dr. Pei-Fen Li is an Assistant Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy and an Institutional Review Board Representative from Nova Southeastern University, located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Pei-Fen Li’s research interests include dyadic analyses of couples’ relational factors, application of MFT models in Eastern cultures, acculturation of immigrant families, reentry experiences of international students and Solution Focused Brief Therapy intervention with parents of children with Autism. Dr. Li is committed to the application of MFT theories in different countries and in the development of culturally-sensitive strategies in delivering MFT curriculum in the field. In her conversation with Dr. Reitman, Dr. Li defines acculturation from a psychological perspective, discusses autism support in Taiwan, and explores cultural differences.

For more about Dr. Li: https://cahss.nova.edu/faculty/pei-fen-li.html

For information about Nova Southeastern University’s therapy support, visit: https://www.nova.edu/healthcare/clinics-services/family-therapy.html

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Dr. Hackie Reitman talks with “The Dr. Ruth of Autism”, Amy Gravino

(27 minutes) Amy is a certified autism specialist, autism consultant, and columnist. She is the founder of A.S.C.O.T Consulting, LLC, and is also a seasoned public speaker, having spoken at conferences, professional development workshops, support group meetings, and more since the age of 14. She is currently working on her first book, titled The Naughty Autie. Amy discusses her diagnosis, the deficit in sex education for people on the spectrum, and some of the challenges women with autism face in the community.

For more about Amy: http://www.amygravino.com/

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In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with psychologist and REBT proponent Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis.

(25 minutes) Debbie is also a private practice mental health counselor in New York City and an adjunct professor at Columbia University. She also delivers lectures, workshops and seminars throughout the US and across the globe about Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). Join Hackie and Debbie as they discuss how mindfulness and self-reflection play a role in our health, as well as how traditional and holistic medicine go hand in hand.

For more information about Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis, visit: http://www.debbiejoffeellis.com/

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