In this episode, Megan and Tara discuss different ways to approach parents Autism and the neurodiversity affirming approaches in speech therapy for toddlers. This episode is part 2 of Megan’s conversation with Tara from Autism Little Learners. In Part 1 of the conversation, they discussed traits of Autism in 2 year olds and other early signs of Autism in toddlers. If you haven't, be sure to check out that episode!

 3 Tips for Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy:

• Use Compassion over Compliance
• Acknowledge the child is wired differently [neurodivergent]
• Use a Strengths Based Approach 

We want to embrace them for who they are and use their strengths!

 Tara Phillips is a speech/language pathologist who has worked with young autistic children for over 2 decades. She founded Autism Little Learners in 2019 because it was difficult to find engaging resources for young autistic children.  Tara has always loved learning new and innovative ways to help her students and their families.   She now runs Autism Little Learners full time. Tara recently published a children's book titled "The Different Ways We Communicate", and offers courses and an online membership for educators and parents of young autistic children.  

 

Connect with Tara:

Website: www.autismlittlelearners.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/autismlittlelearners/

IG: http://www.instagram.com/autismlittlelearners

Autism Little Learners Podcast

 

A Few Neurodiversity Affirming SLPs to Follow:

Meaningful Speech (Alexandria Zachos): https://www.meaningfulspeech.com/

Cari Ebert Seminars: https://www.cariebertseminars.com/

Rachel Madel: https://www.rachelmadel.com/