The Autism in Black Podcast

Welcome to Season 8 of the Autism in Black Podcast, hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. We're thrilled to have you back with us for another empowering season dedicated to the black autism community. In today's episode, Maria extends a warm welcome to both new and returning listeners as we kick off the season with exciting updates and heartfelt reflections. She dives into the anticipation of the upcoming Autism in Black Conference, which will be held virtually from April 19-21, 2024. This year's theme, "Bridging the Gap," promises an enriching experience designed to connect, educate, and uplift our community from the comfort of your own home. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and empower yourself. Purchase your ticket today at https://www.autisminblack.org/conference2024 Maria shares her enthusiasm for the packed agenda, featuring renowned speakers, engaging workshops, and invaluable networking opportunities tailored for black parents, caregivers, and professionals in the autism community. She also emphasizes the importance of this virtual gathering in fostering a supportive and empowering environment for all attendees. To support and connect with Autism in Black:Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk You are also invited to join the Autism In Black year-round community, which offers networking, resources, advocacy, and support. To join, visit www.autisminblack.org/membership    And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!

Welcome to the Autism in Black Podcast, hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. In this special episode, Maria takes the spotlight and shares her personal journey of preparing herself and her child for the significant transition from middle to high school. Maria delves into the support system she has in place, including her family, particularly her husband, who plays a vital role in navigating this transition together. She also highlights the importance of having a lawyer and collaborating with her child's current and future school staff to ensure a supportive and inclusive educational environment. As the season comes to a close, Maria shares her family's plans for the summer to relax, recharge, and prepare for the upcoming school year. Listeners will gain insights into the practical strategies and considerations that Maria and her family implement to navigate the educational system and ensure their child's success. Join Maria in this introspective and informative episode as she shares her experiences, challenges, and triumphs, providing inspiration and guidance for other black parents on their autism journey. To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk You are also invited to join the Autism In Black year-round community, which offers networking, resources, advocacy, and support. To join, visit www.autisminblack.org/membership  Autism in Black is also selling tickets for the 2024 conference at an early bird rate, with the theme "Bridging the Gap." The conference will take place virtually from April 19-21, 2024, providing attendees the opportunity to participate from the comfort of their own homes. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and empower yourself. Purchase your ticket today at https://www.autisminblack.org/conference2024  If you are interested in purchasing the Sex Positive course mentioned in the episode you can use this link: https://sex-positive-families.mykajabi.com/store  And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast! Note: Replays of the 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference can be accessed by visiting the Autism in Black website. www.autisminblack.org/conference2023replay

In this episode, we have a special guest, Dominique Mack, who is a professional educator committed to advocating for those most in need. As a skilled assistant principal, Dominique has made it her professional mission to ensure that the most vulnerable learners receive an education that supports their individual learning style and helps them reach their highest academic potential.   Dominique was also a speaker at our third annual Autism in Black Conference. Listen in as we discuss her workshop at the conference and her insights on parents supporting their children in the academic setting.   Listeners will gain valuable insights from Dominique's experience and expertise in education and advocacy for vulnerable learners. Her dedication to providing an inclusive education that supports individual learning styles is truly inspiring.   To connect with Dominique and learn more about her work, you can visit her website at http://www.ParentingInBliss.com . You can also find her on Instagram at @‌ParentingInBliss and on Twitter at DomoniqueMack_.   Don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!   To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk You are also invited to join the Autism In Black year-round community, which offers networking, resources, advocacy, and support. To join, visit http://www.autisminblack.org/membership Autism in Black is also selling tickets for the 2024 conference at an early bird rate, with the theme "Bridging the Gap." The conference will take place virtually from April 19-21, 2024, providing attendees the opportunity to participate from the comfort of their own homes. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and empower yourself. Purchase your ticket today at https://www.autisminblack.org/conference2024 And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast! Note: Replays of the 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference can be accessed by visiting the Autism in Black website. http://www.autisminblack.org/conference2023replay

In this episode of the Autism in Black Podcast, Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, is joined by Nakia and Kwame Stringfield, a married couple who have been happily married for over 25 years and are parents to three daughters. They are passionate about supporting families raising children with disabilities and share their story to inspire others and promote love and positivity. Nakia is the author of the book "Rewired Parenting: Changing Your Mindset for Your Special Needs Child." The conversation explores the concept of rewiring parenting and rewiring marriage to navigate the unique challenges faced when raising disabled children. Nakia and Kwame discuss their experiences and insights on building a positive mindset and creating a supportive environment for their autistic child. Additionally, the episode highlights Nakia and Kwame's involvement as speakers at the third annual Autism in Black Conference. Listeners will learn about their presentations and the valuable information they shared at the conference. Listeners can connect with the guests: Kwame Linktree: https://linktr.ee/kwame.stringfield Nakia Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nakia.stringfield To learn more about Nakia and Kwame's work, join their mailing list at https://www.seebeyondconsulting.com/  to stay updated with their work and future endeavors. To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk You are also invited to join the Autism In Black year-round community, which offers networking, resources, advocacy, and support. To join, visit http://www.autisminblack.org/membership Autism in Black is also selling tickets for the 2024 conference at an early bird rate, with the theme "Bridging the Gap." The conference will take place virtually from April 19-21, 2024, providing attendees the opportunity to participate from the comfort of their own homes. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and empower yourself. Purchase your ticket today at https://www.autisminblack.org/conference2024 And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast! Note: Replays of the 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference can be accessed by visiting the Autism in Black website. http://www.autisminblack.org/conference2023replay Don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!

In this episode of the Autism in Black Podcast, Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, is joined by Dr. Berry, a board certified physician, and host of the Lunch and Learn Podcast. Dr. Berry is a father of two beautiful autistic children, one with ADHD, and is an advocate for the Black community in health care. Dr. Berry and Maria Davis-Pierre discuss the recent 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference, including the speakers, sessions, and overall guest experience. Dr. Berry also emphasizes the importance of attending events like the Autism in Black Conference to gain knowledge, build community, and receive support. The conference was designed to provide education and empowerment to parents and caregivers of Black autistic children, as well as autistic individuals themselves. Listeners will learn about the new AIB membership and the 2024 Autism In Black Conference. Dr. Berry discusses the importance of breaking down stigmas surrounding autism in the Black community and the need for increased representation and visibility of Black autistic individuals in the media. To learn more about Dr. Berry and his work, visit his website, www.drberrypierre.com Links for Dr. Berry: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drberrypierretv Instagram: @drberrypierre Twitter: @drberrypierre Dr. Pierre's Health Check: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbCy1lT0fuCyKL1G3QRu64Q  Clubhouse: @drberrypierre To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk You are also invited to join the Autism In Black year-round community, which offers networking, resources, advocacy, and support. To join, visit www.autisminblack.org/membership  Autism in Black is also selling tickets for the 2024 conference at an early bird rate, with the theme "Bridging the Gap." The conference will take place virtually from April 19-21, 2024, providing attendees the opportunity to participate from the comfort of their own homes. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and empower yourself. Purchase your ticket today at https://www.autisminblack.org/conference2024  And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast! Note: Replays of the 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference can be accessed by visiting the Autism in Black website. www.autisminblack.org/conference2023replay    And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!

Welcome to the Autism in Black Podcast, hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, founder and CEO of Autism in Black. In this episode, Maria is joined by Cheryl Poe, founder and owner of Advocating 4 Kids Inc and a mother of two sons with disabilities, as well as having a disability herself. The conversation centers around Cheryl's experience at the third annual Autism in Black Conference and her presentation at the event. Listeners will gain insights into the conference and the valuable information shared by presenters, including Cheryl. The episode emphasizes the importance of attending events like the Autism in Black Conference for gaining knowledge, building community, and receiving support. Listeners are encouraged to access the replays of the conference, which are available for purchase. Links for Cheryl Poe: Website: https://www.adv4kidsinc.org/ Facebook: @advocatingforkids Instagram: @advocating4kids   To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @autisminblack Like on Facebook: @autisminblk You are also invited to join the Autism In Black year-round community, which offers networking, resources, advocacy, and support. To join, visit www.autisminblack.org/membership  Autism in Black is also selling tickets for the 2024 conference at an early bird rate, with the theme "Bridging the Gap." The conference will take place virtually from April 19-21, 2024, providing attendees the opportunity to participate from the comfort of their own homes. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and empower yourself. Purchase your ticket today at https://www.autisminblack.org/conference2024  And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast! Note: Replays of the 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference can be accessed by visiting the Autism in Black website. www.autisminblack.org/conference2023replay   

On this episode of Autism in Black Podcast, host Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, founder, and CEO of Autism in Black Ink, speaks with Patrinia Baksmaty, an education disability inclusion strategist, founder of The Kaleidoscope Collaborative, and Harvard-certified Universal Design Learning practitioner. Patrinia is also a speaker at the third annual Autism in Black Conference happening virtually from April 28th through the 30th. In this discussion, Patrinia shares her expertise in universal design learning and how it can bring disability-inclusive learning experiences to public elementary schools. Listeners will gain insight into the importance of disability-inclusive education and the impact it can have on students with disabilities. Additionally, Patrinia talks about her journey into advocacy, her practice, and the work she does. Listeners can connect with Patrinia Baksmaty via her website at http://TheKaleidoscopeCollab.org, on Instagram @‌kaleidoscope.collaborative, and on LinkedIn as Patrinia Baksmaty. To register for the third annual Autism in Black Conference and hear more from Patrinia, visit http://www.autisminblack.org/conference2023 . Don't miss this informative episode on universal design learning and the importance of disability-inclusive education for students with disabilities. To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!

On this episode of Autism in Black Podcast, host Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, founder, and CEO of Autism in Black Ink, speaks with Dr. Brandi Tanner, a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children and adolescents with learning disabilities and behavioral concerns. Dr. Tanner shares her expertise in comprehensive evaluations within the school system and the importance of ensuring that children are not miscategorized. The discussion delves into the differences between medical diagnoses and school categorization, misdiagnoses within and outside of the school system, and unconscious biases that can impact black students during the evaluation and assessment process. Listeners will gain insight into how to get early diagnoses to receive necessary services, possible accommodations for students with autism, and the fear of labeling children versus being able to receive the necessary services. Dr. Tanner will be speaking at the upcoming third annual Autism in Black Conference, which aims to include those who have been excluded from the conversation. To connect with Dr. Brandi Tanner, visit her website at www.youriepsource.com or email her at hello@youriepsource.com.  Facebook: @‌youriepsource Instagram: @‌youriepsource Also enjoy a free guide, How to Get an IEP: Overview of the Special Education Eligibility Process, https://learn.youriepsource.com/eligibility?r_done=1.   For more information about the third annual Autism in Black Conference happening virtually from April 28th through the 30th, visit www.autisminblack.org/conference2023. Don't miss this informative episode on comprehensive evaluations and the importance of advocating for the appropriate educational services for children with autism. To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!

In this episode of the Autism in Black Podcast, Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, is joined by Dr. Berry, a physician, and host of the Dr. Berry Pierre Podcast. Dr. Berry is a father of two beautiful autistic children, one with ADHD, and is an advocate for the black community in health care. Dr. Berry and Maria Davis-Pierre discuss the upcoming conference and the importance of education, advocacy, and community in supporting the Black autistic community. The 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference is presented as a valuable opportunity for individuals and families to connect, learn, and empower themselves. The discussion centers around Dr. Berry's personal experience of having autistic family members and how it led him to become an advocate for the Black community in healthcare. Dr. Berry shares how his daughter was diagnosed with autism at a young age and the challenges he and his family faced in navigating the healthcare system and accessing resources. Dr. Berry also emphasizes the importance of attending events like the Autism in Black Conference to gain knowledge, build community, and receive support. The conference is designed to provide education and empowerment to parents and caregivers of Black autistic children, as well as autistic individuals themselves. Listeners will learn about the backstory of Autism in Black and its mission to provide education and advocacy for the Black autistic community. Dr. Berry discusses the importance of breaking down stigmas surrounding autism in the Black community and the need for increased representation and visibility of Black autistic individuals in the media. To learn more about Dr. Berry and his work, visit his website, www.drpierreroberts.com. Links for Dr. Berry: YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/drberrypierretv Instagram: @‌drpierreroberts Twitter: @‌drberrypierre Dr. Pierre's Health Check: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbCy1lT0fuCyKL1G3QRu64Q Clubhouse: @‌drberrypierre To support and connect with Autism in Black: Visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Like and follow on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌autisminblack Like on Facebook: @‌autisminblk And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!

Welcome to the Autism in Black Podcast, hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. In this episode of the Autism in Black Podcast, host Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, is joined by Schereéya, a autistic creator, artist, and poet. Schereéya shares their unique perspective on the intersectionality of being autistic, Black, and trans. The focus of the conversation centers around autism in the media and the importance of intersectionality in understanding and advocating for autistic individuals. Schereéya emphasizes the need for greater representation and visibility of autistic individuals in various forms of media. They also discuss how individuals can pinpoint great representations of themselves in the media and how to advocate for better representation. Schereéya will be speaking at the upcoming third annual Autism in Black Conference and will be sharing tools for the audience to better understand and navigate the representation of autism in the media. To support and connect with our guest… Purchase their poetry book "Prayers & Pixies" at https://redhawkpublications.com/Poetry-c120141004 Like and follow their journey and updates on tiktok, Instagram, or Twitter: @‌schereeya Throughout this season we will be discussing all things autism and the Black parent experience, with the goal of educating, supporting, and empowering Black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Listeners can expect to hear from a variety of experts in the field, as well as personal stories from Black parents and personal stories from autistic individuals.  And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. As a valuable resource for Black parents with autistic children, Autism in Black® also offers a conference that provides an opportunity to connect with others and gain valuable resources. To learn more about the conference, visit http://www.autisminblack.org/conference2023  To stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and connect with the Autism in Black Podcast community, follow them on Twitter @‌autisminblack, Instagram @‌autisminblack, and Facebook @‌autisminblk. And if you're enjoying the show, don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast on your favorite platform. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast! For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at http://www.autisminblack.org

Welcome to the Autism in Black Podcast, hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. In this episode Maria shares what has been happening in the year since receiving her autism diagnosis. Throughout this season, Maria will be discussing all things autism and the Black parent experience, with the goal of educating, supporting, and empowering Black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Listeners can expect to hear from a variety of experts in the field, as well as personal stories from Black parents and personal stories from autistic individuals.  And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. As a valuable resource for Black parents with autistic, Autism in Black® also offers a conference that provides an opportunity to connect with others and gain valuable resources. To learn more about the conference, visit http://www.autisminblack.org/conference2023 . To stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and connect with the Autism in Black Podcast community, follow them on Twitter @‌autisminblack, Instagram @‌autisminblack, and Facebook @‌autisminblk. And if you're enjoying the show, don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast on your favorite platform. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast! For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Cheryl Poe, Founder, and Owner of Advocating 4 Kids, Inc., a special education advocacy organization that provides resources, information, and workshops to parents and professionals with a special focus on addressing the needs of black and brown children with disabilities. Cheryl is a recurring guest on our podcast. In this episode, we talk about what it's like to be a speaker at the Autism in Black Conference. We are gearing up for our third annual conference. Listen to this podcast, and enjoy the wonderful experience that Cheryl had to share. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned in the podcast 3rd Annual Conference Speaker Proposal Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine (use code AUTISMINBLACK) Where to find Cheryl: Advocating 4 Kids website Advocating 4 Kids Facebook The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. The guest on this week's program is Kala Allen Omeiza, who is truly wonderful. A graduate of Miami University and the University of Oxford in the UK. Kala has also contributed to numerous autism and mental health studies at Harvard Medical, Harvard, Duke, and as a US full Bright Scholar in Nigeria's World Health Organization Collaborating Center. At the age of 24, she was also diagnosed with autism. As an American citizen who also enjoys writing, she recently released the book “Afrotistic,” a book about a black teen girl with autism. In this episode, we'll talk about her experience of getting a diagnosis as an adult, navigating higher ed, and her incredible young-adult novel Afrotistic. We will also discuss her forthcoming ventures. Listen to this audio all the way through to enjoy our conversation with Kala. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine (use code AUTISMINBLACK) Where to find Kala: Kala's Website Kala's Instagram Kala's LinkedIn Kala's Book The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter at @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today's episode is a back-to-basics episode. We are discussing what to do after your child receives an autism diagnosis. These beginner conversations have to happen more often, in my opinion. We frequently find ourselves conversing with people who assume we should know something and we don't. So I'm going to take it back to basics. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine (use code AUTISMINBLACK) The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on; Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we are joined by Cheryl Poe, Founder, and Owner of Advocating 4 Kids, Inc., a special education advocacy organization that provides resources, information, and workshops to parents and professionals with a special focus on addressing the needs of black and brown children with disabilities. We are aware that as parents, we want to be involved in and on top of our kids' lives. Listen in to today's episode to hear Cheryl and I discuss safeguarding and preparing for back-to-school. Cheryl will offer some advice and suggestions on how we can protect and secure our kids for the upcoming school year. We discuss Kindergarten all the way through high school. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine (use code AUTISMINBLACK) Where to find Cheryl: Advocating 4 Kids website Advocating 4 Kids Facebook The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. This week's episode of Autism in Black Podcast talks gives you a recap of the recently concluded AIB Virtual Conference 2022. Let's talk about what transpired during the conference, what we learned and what were our takeaways from this event. Additionally, we will know about what we have to look forward to after the conference. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Sponsored by the Autism in Black® conference www.autisminblack.org/conference22 Where to find Dr. Berry: Dr. Berry's Website Dr. Berry's YouTube Dr. Pierre's Health Checks Dr. Berry's Twitter Dr. Berry's Instagram Dr. Berry's Clubhouse The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on; Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today's guest is Dr. Diamond Rashad who is a neurodivergent pediatric occupational therapist in Georgia that collaborates with parents by connecting perinatal and pediatric health, as well as mental health, social-emotional development, and total child development. She believes in assisting parents in assisting themselves in raising resilient and empowered children along with celebrating neurotype diversity. In this episode, we are going to be diving into some of those things that you all want to know about occupational therapy. We will discuss various topics related to occupational therapy, such as the early intervention phase, how parents can know if their child needs an OT, the CDC Milestone for Occupational Therapy, and many other topics that will help us gain knowledge and understanding about Occupational Therapy. Join me in today's podcast interview with special guest Dr. Diamond Rashad as she delivers a ton of knowledge and insightful conversations on the topic "All Things Occupational Therapy with Dr. Diamond Rashad." Sponsored by the Autism in Black® Conference www.autisminblack.org/conference22 Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast https://www.amazon.com/shop/autisminblack Where to find Dr. Diamond: Dr. Diamond's Website https://www.adimeofot.com/ Dr. Diamond's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adimeofot/ Dr. Diamond's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/emirasmamas The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod You can find us on: Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here https://www.facebook.com/groups/786863955088588/ For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today, we have Natasha Nelson, a certified Positive Discipline educator and trainer candidate, veteran military spouse, and autistic mother to two autistic Black girls. She has over seven years of leadership experience in the United States Army and has practiced positive discipline in her home and village for five years. She has blogged her entire experience with motherhood and was featured in Oprah Magazine, Parent Magazine, Black Parent Magazine, and NBC Atlanta Eleven Alive. She created Supernova Momma to help Black and neurodiverse families break generational curses from systemic racism and ableism and raise children in a mutual, loving, empathetic, and respectful environment using her prompt need system. In this episode, Natasha will share her experience being an autistic mother and raising two autistic Black girls and how she implements positive discipline in her home. Join me in today's podcast episode with our supernova momma Natasha Nelson as she shares a wealth of information and valuable talks with the theme "A Conversation with Supernova Momma with Natasha Nelson." Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast https://www.amazon.com/shop/autisminblack Where to Natasha: Supernova Momma's Website https://supernovamomma.com/ Supernova Momma's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/supernova_momma/ Supernova Momma's Twitter https://twitter.com/SupernovaMomma Supernova Momma's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvhUBWl8QXo9KIj5Wfits1w Supernova Momma's Workshop https://calendly.com/supernovamomma/take-me-as-i-am-neurodiverse-positive-parenting-jan?month=2022-04 Supernova Momma's Contact supernovamomma@gmail.com The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod You can find us on: Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here https://www.facebook.com/groups/786863955088588/ For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today, we have my other half, Dr. Berry Pierre who is a well-known and respected board-certified Internal Medicine Physician. He is a blogger, podcast host of the Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry, and vlogger on youtube & Facebook channels. His main goal is to leverage his professional knowledge and expertise to improve the wellness and quality of life of people who want to live healthier and longer life. In this episode, Dr. Berry and I are going to talk about learning about my autism diagnosis from his own perspective. We will hear about Dr. Berry's reaction to my diagnosis. The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today's episode is going to be a little different as I am doing it solo, rather than with a guest. This episode is going to be about me talking about a very personal experience - and that experience is getting my own Autism diagnosis.  I'm nervous about sharing it but I think it will help a lot of people and will break the stigma toward finding out you are autistic during your adulthood. Today, I'm sharing how I found out I'm autistic, what the specialist did to come to that conclusion, how I felt after it was confirmed and how it's important to have a strong support system when receiving news such as this.  The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today, we have BreAnn Robinson, who is the owner of Auesome Achievers, LLC. BreAnn sees big potential in every moment and cares deeply about each client and family, she has had the opportunity to work with her unique skill set which enables her to deliver the best services to her clients. She educates, empowers, and enlightens all families on how to navigate the school system and understand financial literacy. In this episode, BreAnn will discuss and give us the basics about homeschooling. She gives us information on how to best advocate for our children who have IEPs and what to do when homeschooling a child who has a IEP. She also gives recommendations on curriculums and others recourses you can use while homeschooling.  Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find BreAnn: Auesome Achievers Website Auesome Achievers Facebook Auesome Achievers Instagram The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we have Cheryl Poe, who is the founder and owner of advocating for kids Inc. Ms. Poe has work experience that includes over 14 years of working with children with various disabilities in their families. As an in-home therapeutic foster case manager, Ms. Poe a mother of two boys with learning disabilities and prides herself on understanding the struggles that parents face when dealing with special education issues. Ms. Poe is diagnosed with ADHD and learning disabilities herself and receive special education services as a child. In this episode, she will be talking about the very serious topic of restraints and seclusion that children have endured in the school system. She gives different recommendations and tips on what a parent should do when his/her child is being restrained and secluded in the school. Moreover, she will be informing us all about this dire situation that is happening right now in some schools that were found restraining and secluding Black kids more than other kids with or without disabilities. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Cheryl: Advocating 4 Kids website Advocating 4 Kids Facebook NAPSE website The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we are joined by Rachel Pretlow, who describes herself as a blowing wind. Identified as being on the autism spectrum in early adulthood, Rachel has been growing into the role of a self-advocate.  In this episode, Rachel shares her personal journey with getting a diagnosis in early adulthood, and how that has led her to self advocate for herself. She also highlighted mental health in transitioning into adulthood and how this transition can put an individual at higher risk for mental health issues if not prepared. Lastly, she discusses how she turned her passion into a career. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Rachel: Email The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org Show sponsor Autism in Black Conference www.autisminblack.org/conference 

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we are joined by Shontaye Glover, who received her Master's of Science degree in communication disorders from William Paterson University in New Jersey. She is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and the founder of "Having Our Say", LLC, where her private practice focuses on evaluating and providing therapy to children with communication disorders. In this episode, we have an informative conversation with Ms. Shontaye as we deep-dive into Speech and Language Pathology. She takes us through a typical assessment within the school setting and cultural considerations that should be thought about when doing speech evaluations. She also talks about AAC devices and provides tips and resources to enhance speech and language skills in children. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Shontaye: Website Facebook Instagram Taye Jone's Author Site The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we are joined by Dr. Berry Pierre, who is a well known and respected board-certified internist. Dr. Berry is the CEO of Pierre Medical Consulting, where he leverages his professional knowledge and expertise to improve the wellness and quality of life for those who want to live a healthier and longer life. In this episode, Dr. Berry will talk about stress, burnout, and the impact it has on us physically. He talks about caregiver stress and burnout as parents and caregivers of disabled children. He also shares the impacts of stress on our bodies and how it is different for the black community. Dr. Berry also gives suggestions and tips that can be helpful in dealing and coping with stress and burnout. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Dr. Berry: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we are joined by Chaute Thompson who is a licensed mental health counselor. She is the owner of Inspiring Hope Counseling Services - a private practice that focuses on helping all families strengthen their family unit and specializes in working with families of divorce to heal in transition smoothly. In this episode, Chaute talks about co-parenting. She gives suggestions for those navigating a co-parenting relationship: how you handle and raise a child when you are in the process of a divorce & when to start your co-parenting relationship. She also shares the best thing that parents who are not on the same page should do as well as tips for co-parenting in a blended home. Moreover, she also discusses disciplining based on your child's love language. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Chaute: Website Membership Site Facebook Instagram YouTube The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we are joined by Maurice Rush - a father, host, and a communist activist. He has made a career of helping people in the social services field. He currently hosts "The My Brother My Brother Show" which is a web-based series dedicated to uplifting, encouraging, and enriching black men by shining a light on various emotional and mental struggles. In this episode, Maurice Rush talked to us about parenting from a black dad's perspective. He discussed his personal experience of parenting and co-parenting a child with a disability. Additionally, we talked about DADvocating (what it is and why more people should know about this) and so much more. We had a candid and sincere conversation and every word he said in this episode is truly uplifting and amazing. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Maurice: The My Brother My Brother Show Instagram Facebook Instagram The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on Twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Tiffany Hammond, a homeschooler, advocate and the voice behind Fidgets & Fries. In this episode, Tiffany talks about her own personal experiences with Autism as well as her experiences parenting two Autistic boys. Tiffany talks about what led her into advocacy and how she has used her activism to challenge the current perceptions related to Autism. She speaks openly and candidly in this episode, so let's listen in and learn. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Tiffany: Fidgets & Fries Instagram Fidgets & Fries Facebook Fidgets & Fries on Twitter Fidgets & Fries Patreon The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Cheryl Poe, founder, and owner of Advocating 4 Kids, Inc. Cheryl and I have a candid conversation surrounded being a black advocate advocating for black families. Cheryl talks about having an IEP as a child and some of the stigmas she had to deal with. She then goes on to advocate for her child and the stigmas she had to deal with as a parent. Cheryl lastly goes on to talk about some of the cases she has, how it’s different when advocating for black families, and so much more.   Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Cheryl: Advocating 4 Kids website Advocating 4 Kids Facebook NAPSE website Alliance against Seclusion and Restraint website The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Jeannette Washington, M.Ed who begins with telling us about how her career as a speech and language pathologist lead her to a career in tech and advocating for those with disabilities to pursue a career in tech. Jeannette goes on to talk about the intersection of race and disability and how that impacts a career in tech. She gives her advice to employers on how to be more inclusive to those who are black and disabled. Jeannette lastly talks about her book “Technical Difficulties” and how it can be a resource for those pursing a career in tech.    Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Jeannette: Jeannette’s website Jeannette’s IG   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but for themselves as well. Today we are joined by chief grief crusader Herdyne Mercier, LCSW. Herdyne talks to us about a topic that can be very difficult but is a natural process, grief. She speaks on how grief shows up for us in our lives and how to redefine our grief by using her 5 anchor system. And lastly, Herdyne talks about how to be informed by your grief journey instead of running away from it.   Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Herdyne's resource page Herdyne's master class Where to find Herdyne: Herdynes website Herdynes IG Herdynes Facebook Herdynes Twitter The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Jen White-Johnson for a mom spotlight. Jen and I have a very candid conversation surrounding raising a child with a disability when you have a disability yourself. We talk about ableism and its impacts and Jen also gives some great resources that you can use to educate yourself.  Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Free downloads Where to find Jen: Jen’s website Jen’s IG Jen’s Twitter Jen’s Facebook The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Dr. Linda McGhee founder of McGhee & Associates. Dr. McGhee talks to us about the biases against black children in the evaluation process and the impacts that can have. She also talks what evaluators can do to be more culturally responsive. And what parents can do before, during, and after the evaluation process.  Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Dr. McGhee: Dr. McGhee website McGhee & Associates website Dr. McGhee IG Dr. McGhee Facebook The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Jeniece Stewart who is the founder of Special Needs Siblings Inc. Jeniece talks with us about the impact having a sibling with a disability has on an individual. She talks about how parents can include the sibling into conversations that revolve about the sibling with a disability. And how to have tough conversations with your children.  Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Jeniece: Special Needs Siblings website IG page Facebook page Twitter page Jeniece IG   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Sandy Boisrond who is an Trusts & Estates Attorney and the co founder of Spectrum Law Firm Miami, PLLC. Sandy talks to us about what estate planning is and the importance of planning now. She talks to us about guardianship and who guardianship is for. And lastly she talks to us about trusts and the type of trusts parents can have for their children. Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Use code: Autism in Black for free 15 minute consultation Where to find Sandy: Facebook page Sandy IG Spectrum Law IG The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Shemica Allen who is the Founder of Personalized Learning Solutions, LLC. Shemica talks with us about what parents should know in regards to their rights within the school system. She tells us what to be aware of when it comes to reviewing your child’s IEP and 504 documents. Shemica goes on to tell us what we should be doing this summer to prep for the next academic school year. And she tells us about Due Process.     Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Department of Education Website Where to find Shemica: Shemica's website Shemica's IG Shemica's Facebook Facebook Group   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Naomi Studevan who is the Founder and Executive Director of Advocacy Unlimited, LLC. Naomi talks with us about what advocacy is and how she believes in a holistic advocacy approach. She then goes on to talk about how parents can benefit from having a parent advocate as well as some tips on effective ways to advocate in the school system. Naomi then talks about what you can be doing for self care as a parent right now.   Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Department of Education Website Where to find Naomi: Naomi website Free Course Instagram: @advocacyunlimted Facebook: Advocacy UnlimitedPA   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Nkoyo Effiong,Principal Attorney at The Effiong Firm LLC. Nkoyo talks to us about what a special education attorney is and what they can be used for. She also talks about when you should consider hiring an attorney as well as what to look for in a special education attorney.   Resources Mentioned: Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast Where to find Nkoyo: Effiong Firm Website Facebook: @thatedlawlady Instagram: @thatedlawlady Twitter: @thatedlawlady Facebook: @theeffiong firm Instagram: @theeffiongfirm Twitter: @theeffiongfirm   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Dr. Cindy T. Graham. Dr. Cindy discussed the difference between a medial diagnosis of autism and a school categorization of autism. Dr. Cindy talks about the importance of testing as well as when parents should consider getting their children evaluated. She also talks about insurance and the process it takes to get evaluations covered by your insurance. Lastly Dr. Cindy talks about the evaluation process and what parents should expect during this process.  Where to find Dr. Cindy: Facebook: Brighterhopewc Facebook: cindytgrahamphd Instagram: Brighterhopewc Instagram: cindytgrahamphd Twitter: brighterhopewc Twitter: cindytgrahamphd   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by LaDawn Lanier, M.Ed, M.Ed for a very important discussion. LaDawn talks with us about sex education. She tells us the real meaning of sex education and what it includes. She talks about what sex education looks like in the schools and what’s really being covered. And she also talks about when and parents should begin having these conversations with their children, as well as how to begin the conversation. Resources mentioned: Sex Positive Families website Planned Parenthood website  Teaching Tolerance website Roo app Where to find LaDawn: Facebook: Lanier Consulting Instagram: Sexologist_lala The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. This episode is a mom spotlight where we have conversations with moms who are doing great things in the autism parenting community. Today we are joined by Jessie Lipscomb, who is a media consultant, blogger, and illustrator. Jessie talks with us about her autism parent journey with her son. She talks about how her and her husband dealt with the diagnosis and how getting her sons diagnosis led her to start a blog that has helped many moms whose child has just received the ASD diagnosis. She goes on to talk about how her sons diagnosis has impacted her marriage and how her and her husband still make time for each other as well as balancing having more kids.   Where to find Jessie: Jessie’s website Instagram: Momma_Lips Instagram: Momma Lips Draws   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Mercedes Samudio, LCSW for an engaging discussion. Mercedes talks about our parenting identity. She discusses parent shaming and what it is. She also talks about the different forms of parent shaming. Lastly she speaks on what we can do to #EndParentShaming and how we can shameproof our parenting.  Resources mentioned: Dan Siegal website Dr. Shefali Tsabary book   Where to find Mercedes: Diversity in Parenting Website Shameproof Parenting Website Facebook: DiversityInParentingInc Instagram: Diversityinparentinginc Mercedes Shameproof parenting book   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart for an engaging discussion. Dr. Lockhart talks about diagnoses that can co-occur with autism. She also talks about the difference between co-regulation and self-regulation, and ways to manage your thoughts and feelings. Dr. Lockhart speaks on executive functioning skills and how a diagnosis of Autism or ADHD can impact those skills. Lastly she speaks on how important the parent mindset is when your child is having a meltdown.  Resources mentioned: Seth Perler website ADDitude magazine website Dr. Aron Highly Sensitive Child website Self Reg instagram Highly Sensitive Child instagram   Dr. Lockharts Social Media: Instagram: @dr.annlouise.lockhart Facebook: A New Day Pediatric Psychology Dr. Lockharts website: www.anewdaysa.com Dr. Lockharts Tantrum Guide Dr. Lockharts ADHD ebook   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. This episode is a mom spotlight where we have conversations with moms who are doing great things in the autism parenting community. Today we are joined by Jasmine Poole, who is a registered neurosurgery nurse. Jasmine talks with us about her autism parent journey with her son. She talks about how she navigated through some of the challenging times and how she keeps a positive mindset. She goes on to talk about what inspired her to start the Maurice Rush Foundation and the Au-Parents need group, which is a virtual support group where  parents can join regardless of their residence.   Resources mentioned Instagram: @mrushfoundation Facebook: @mrushfoundation Twitter: @mrushfoundation Website: www.mrushfoundation.org Rece wants cereal book: https://www.mrushfoundation.org/shop/recewantscereal The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Carmen Jimenez-Pride, LCSW who is a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist supervisor. Carmen explains what play therapy is and the benefits of participating in play therapy. She goes on to give examples of play therapy interventions she uses in the therapy setting. Carmen goes on to talk about AutPlay Therapy which is used for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She talks about the benefits of AutPlay as well. Carmen then talks about her Focus on Feelings© play therapy curriculum and one of her books Amir’s Brave Adventure. She talks about how parents can use both with their children.    Resources mentioned Instagram: @pridelcsw Facebook: @pridelcsw Twitter: @pridelcsw Carmens’ Websites www.carmenpride.com www.playtherapywithcarmen.com For more information about play therapy and AutPlay www.autplaytherapy.com www.a4pt.org The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Joy Johnson who is a behavior specialist, inclusion specialist, autism advocate, and is actually autistic. Joy shares her experience of growing up autistic and how she got into the ABA field.  She talks about having those hard conversations with your child and how there are certain considerations that should be thought about when having these conversations. Joy also talks about how parents can avoid ableism and treating their adult children their age. She talks about the importance of ABA, especially from a cultural standpoint. She also talks about how the white narrative of autism impacts the black autistic community. And how important it is to help your child navigate adulthood.   Resources mentioned Instagram: @joyfjohnson Website: www.joyfjohnson.com Hashtags you can follow to interact with the black actually autistic community:  #blackandautisitic #autisiticblackpride #autisticadult #actuallyautistic   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Kayla Smith who is a black autistic disability rights advocate. Kayla shares her experience of growing up autistic and how she got into advocating for disability rights. She also shares her how important it is for having representation for the black autistic community. Kayla goes on to share how she came up with her hashtag #AutisticBlackPride and what it means to her. Kayla also gives advice and tips to parents raising a autistic child. Resources mentioned: Twitter: @beingkaylasmith Instagram:@beingmskayla Facebook: www.facebook.com/AutisticKayla Youtube: Autistic Kayla: The Opinion of a Black Autistic Woman Autism Self Advocacy Network: https://autisticadvocacy.org The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org  

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Dr. Tara Regan for a discussing about transitioning to adulthood. Dr. Tara talks about when you should start thinking about autism and adulthood, important skills, supports, and services that promotes success in adulthood. As well as the roles for autism parents and families during the transition to adulthood and how those roles shift when it comes to adulthood. We also discuss how the roles look when it comes to the black community.    Resources mentioned Twitter: @hiautismgrownup Instagram:@autismgrownup Facebook: www.facebook.com/autismgrownuptogether Website: www.autismgrownup.com Podcast: autismgrownup.buzzsprout.com Free Community: community.autismgrownup.com Autism Society: Home - Autism Society Hire Autism: HireAutism.org - Home Page The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here   For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well.   Today we are joined by Dr. Berry Pierre for a discussion about a fathers autism journey. Dr. Berry sheds light on why he thinks fathers stories are not shared as much as mothers. He also talks about how he felt when his daughter first received her diagnosis, how he spoke to his Haitian family about autism, and what he has learned so far through this journey with his daughter.   Resources mentioned   Twitter: @drberrypierre   Instagram: @drberrypierre   Facebook: @drberrypierre   www.drberrypierre.com   www.lunchlearnpod.com   The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod    You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk   Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here   For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org

The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. This week’s episode is an Introduction to the podcast. I explain what you can expect from season 1 of the podcast.  The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod  You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community - here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org