Patricia S. Lemer. M.Ed., LPC, is the Host and Moderator of The Autism Detective. Her career as an educational diagnostician has spanned over 50 years. She is always looking for clues to the possible root causes of childhood developmental, behavioral, and learning issues. She is the author of 3 books on healing Autism Spectrum Disorders. Her most recent book, Outsmarting Autism: Build a Healthy Foundation for Communication, Socialization, and Behavior at all Ages, has been called "the Bible" of autism. It covers 5 important steps to take from diagnosis through the lifespan, including prevention. In this episode, she gives her personal and professional background, and how she looks for clues. She discusses the not-for- profit organization she cofounded, her experiences establishing a center for young adults with disabilities in Kuwait, and her ideas for future broadcasts. Now retired, Patty continues to lecture and write, as well as to mentor young practitioners and edit their writings. www.PatriciaLemer.com. Www.OutsmartingAutism.com

Amber Cleveland Lewter is a licensed professional counselor, based in Atlanta, who has been a psychotherapist since 2010. She is passionate about holistic health for mothers, babies, and developing children.

Amber is trained in integrative mental health, mindfulness and family therapy. She is committed to helping women learn how to reduce stress and manage anxiety in their lives and navigate transitions in life. Her work focuses on assisting women in implementing mind-body techniques, learning about creating a healthy life style, and resolving relationship issues. With an emphasis on holistic health and mindfulness; she implements practices that strengthen the mind/body connection and improve overall health and wellbeing.

In this episode, she explains how she uses her skills in working with couples dealing with the stresses of autism.

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Teresa Badillo is the mother of Marco, her 30-year-old son with autism. Marco had severe sensory and language processing problems as a young child, which led Teresa to adopting a biomedical, sensory, and auditory therapy program. In this episode, she discusses the symptoms of arsenic poisoning, and how she has worked to get it out of his body. She then goes into depth on the benefits of lithium supplementation, and how that has helped Marco. She discusses the possible connection to genetic mutations, and how to recognize them. Teresa is one of the most knowledgeable veteran moms out there. She has helped hundreds of families get to the underlying causes of their kids' autism symptoms. She was a charter Board member of Developmental Delay Resources, and now sits on the Board of Epidemic Answers. www.EpidemicAnswers.org

Jonathan Alderson is an autism expert, residing in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His book, Challenging the Myths of Autism, debunks 7 of the negative stereotypes and fallacies about ASD. These myths include that those with ASD have low IQs, reject affection, lack creativity and imagination, and cannot make friends. Listen in to learn why these are untrue, and why the 5 year window if development is also false. After listening to this segment, tune in to Part 2 of Jonathan 's wisdom, where he discusses how he uses a multi-treatment approach tailored to uniquely meet each individual's needs. www.IMTI.ca.

David Dornfeld, DO is a functional medicine consultant and Autism Spectrum Disorder Specialist who focuses on treating and caring for the PERSON who has a disease, or condition, rather than treating the disease that a person has. He started as a Traditional Medicine Physician before becoming an Integrative Medical Physician in 1986. His goal is to improve the person’s “Terrain” and support their immune system, to allow for an enhanced reversal of symptoms. He believes that fixing the Gut fixes the brain. His motto is "You are what you eat, and cannot excrete." To learn more a out HBOT, listen also to Dr. Jennifer Laude-Leggett.

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Every year, I replay this episode around the holidays to remind everyone what the season is about. To show my gratitude for your loyalty, I offer a free consultation about your child. I also discuss food and gift choices. Happy, healthy New Year! www.PatriciaLemer.com

Lisa Sosnowski is the mother of a son on the autism spectrum, and the Founder, Director, and CEO of Spectrum Tech Trade School, Village, and Training Center, a 501c3 Corporation,

based in Manasaquan, NJ. The multi-faceted program includes intensive therapies that address root causes of behaviors, and outdoor experiences. For older students, career and vocational training will be matched to interests and abilities. To learn about other programs for young adults that include vocational training, listen to Mike Sweeney and Nancy Bernotaitis. www.SpectrumTechTradeSchool.com

Jenna Blaze is a homeopath and healing mentor in Austin, Texas. She uses homeopathy and intuitive wisdom to facilitate mind-body healing, gentle detoxification of trauma and toxins, immune system rebuilding, and soul mending. She teaches homeopathy and healing principles online for those wanting to go beyond pharmaceutical, supplements, and what homeopathy can do alone. Like many others in her field, she applies the knowledge she acquired while healing herself, relying on her intuition and spirit. Want to learn more about homeopathy and or her energy techniques, listen to Mary Coyle and Jan Polansky. www.JennaBlaze.com

Polly Tommey is the mother of 3 children, one of whom developed autism after vaccination. This life changing event made her a warrior mom, who has, in the subsequent 25 years, become a strong advocate for vaccine education and developing resources for families with vaccine damaged children. She is the Founder and Director of The AUTISM Trust, an international project based in Austin, Texas. Polly also serves as the Media Director of Children's Health Defense (CHD). In that capacity she hosts several shows on their Television channel, including "Tea Time with Polly", and "This Week" a news program with CHD President, Mary Holland. www.TheAutismTrust.org.uk https//www.ChildrensHealthDefense.org

Lyndsy Karrie Moffatt is a certified GAPS Diet coach and holistic nutritionist. After learning about the power of diet and nutrition to heal her son Dominic, her passion has been to help other parents heal their children from the inside out. She has developed online courses, including a 30 day Real Food Challenge. In this episode learn how you can do it too. Learn the ins and outs of the Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) diet as implemented by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride. Work with Lyndsy to overcome picky eating and get your child talking and relating. www.LyndsyMoffatt.com