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Send us a textIn this episode, DJ chats with Jennifer Celeste Briggs, author of Watching Sarah Rise, about her heartfelt journey raising her daughter Sarah, diagnosed with autism at four and a half. Jennifer, a Pittsburgh mom with a BA from Swarthmore College, shares how she turned challenges into triumphs using the Son-Rise Program—a loving, child-centered approach she dubbed "Sarah-Rise." Trained at the Autism Treatment Center of America, she built a volunteer network to spark Sarah's social skills, speech, and eye contact through therapeutic play. Jennifer dives into the power of embracing your child's interests, training volunteers like a pro, and leaning on community support. Her tips? Stay present and open-minded! Check out her book and resources on her website or at bookstores for inspiration. Perfect for parents of young kids navigating autism or other neurodiversities,, this episode is packed with hope, practical advice, and a reminder you're not alone on this journey!Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Imperfect Heroes so you never miss an episode!Time Stamps3:36 – Jennifer shares why she trained at the Autism Treatment Center for a Son-Rise Program—hope for autism parents!5:32 – Jennifer talks tapping community volunteers—a must for your kiddo's village!8:53 – Jennifer explains training volunteers to join Sarah's play, boosting her interests—pure gold for connection!25:53 – DJ says journal your kid's triggers and wins—key for understanding your little one!Connect with Us!DJ Stutz -Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/Coaching and Resources Website:https://www.imperfectheroes.net/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQRumble: https://rumble.com/v449rkoDJ Stutz Calendar Link: https://bookme.name/ImperfectheroespodcastONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundleFind DJ's Books “Roman is Bigger,” “Roman is a Bigger Brother,” and “Oscar's True Friends” on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes&Noble, Bookshop.org, and Walmart.Contact Jennifer Celeste BriggsWebsite: https://www.watchingsarahrise.com/bio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifercelestebriggsauthor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniferbriggsauthor Support the showSupport the show.If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. Every little bit helps.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support

Welcome to Episode 247 of Autism Parenting Secrets. In this episode, we're diving into a game-changing approach that shifts everything for parents of a child with autism—the power of true connection.Our guest is Amanda Louison, CEO and Senior Program Advisor at The Option Institute and the Autism Treatment Center of America. She has been immersed in The Son-Rise Program® for over 16 years, working directly with families and children to foster deeper connections through love and acceptance.And this episode is especially meaningful to me because Amanda was personally part of my son Ry's journey. She helped him want to form a bond with other people—something that was completely life-changing for our family.Through her experience as a facilitator, advisor, and leader in the Son-Rise Program®, Amanda has helped thousands of parents see their child through a new lens—one that opens the door to greater joy, connection, and growth.Discover how shifting from a need for change to an acceptance of the now can revolutionize your parenting journey. The secret this week is…JOINING Is Your Way INYou'll Discover:How The Son-Rise Program Started (5:31)The Difference Between WANT and NEED (13:39)A Different Way To See Stimming (15:01)What JOINING Looks Like (21:16)Red and Green Lights To Notice (30:29)A Mindset Shift To Make And A Mistake to Avoid (34:03)About Our Guest:Amanda Louison is the CEO & Senior Program Advisor at The Option Institute and the Autism Treatment Center of America. With over 15 years of experience in The Son-Rise Program®, she has dedicated her career to helping parents foster deeper connections with their children through love and acceptance. Originally drawn to the program through her own journey as a parent, Amanda became a Son-Rise Program® Child Facilitator and later a Senior Program Advisor, guiding families in applying the program's principles. Now, as a leader in the organization, she continues to support both parents and staff in creating transformative experiences for children on the autism spectrum. Amanda's passion for empowering families remains at the heart of her work, making her an invaluable advocate for parents navigating this journey.www.autismtreatment.orgwww.option.orgReferences in The Episode:The Autism Treatment Center of America, to Speak To A Program Advisor Call (413) 229-2100The Option Institute Additional Resources:Unlock the power of personalized 1-on-1 support, visit allinparentcoaching.com/intensiveTake The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Welcome to Episode 203 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we're focusing on the transformative power of JOYFUL interactions with children on the autism spectrum.Our guest is Becky Damgaard, a senior Son-Rise Program teacher at the Autism Treatment Center of America. With over two decades of experience working with children on the autism spectrum, Becky shares invaluable insights about the underestimated power of play. In this discussion, we explore how simple, everyday interactions can significantly impact the lives of children with special needs. From the importance of face-making and physical play to the benefits of joining and paying attention to "green light" moments, Becky emphasizes how play isn't just fun but a vital element in developing communication skills, cognitive abilities, and social connections. If you're looking to deepen your connection with your child and understand how to be their greatest resource, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom. Stay tuned as we dive into these playful secrets that promise not only to enhance engagement but also to enrich relationships.The secret this week is …PLAY Is The WayYou'll Discover:Why PLAY Is The Gateway (5:13)The Backstory of The Autism Treatment Center of America (8:38)What Is IAS And Why You Want To Lengthen It (11:05)Ways To Forge A Deeper Connection With Your Child (18:48)How To Be ENTERTAINING (24:12)The Power Of The Three “E”s (31:27)Small Yet Powerful Shifts A Parent Can Make (36:41)A One-Of-A-Kind Weeklong Experience (39:41)About Our Guest:Becky Damgaard is a Senior Son-Rise Program Teacher at the Autism Treatment Center of America.  Her passion for supporting children with special needs began in an elementary school classroom, where she witnessed the misunderstood challenges faced by children on the autism spectrum.  Recognizing the need for a child-centered approach, she joined the Autism Treatment Center of America®, relocating from the UK to pursue her calling.  For the past two decades, Becky has dedicated herself to teaching The Son-Rise Program, working directly with over 700 individual children, and supporting thousands of families worldwide in individual and group settings.  Her unwavering commitment and personalized approach have helped these children reach their true potential. Becky describes her work as her life's mission, and her efforts continue to inspire and bring hope to those she serves. https://autismtreatmentcenter.org/References in The Episode:The Son-Rise Program Start-UpAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Today we had the pleasure of talking with Jonathan Alderson. Jonathan has a Master's of Education from Harvard and also completed a three-year intensive certification training in autism treatment at the Autism Treatment Center of America. While we could go on and on about his BIO, what we discuss is even MORE important. After working directly with autistic children, Jonathan started to see that so many of the beliefs that we have been sold were not actually the case. Inspired to debunk these myths, Jonathan wrote his book, Challenging the Myths of Autism, where he discusses some of the common myths and how they are incorrect using personal experiences and studies. Today we discuss how we can find what will work best for our child as an individual, as one size does NOT fit all in our lives.  Not only that but in WHAT ORDER should we apply the ideal treatments? That is the key and the purpose of ThriveGuide, developed by Jonathan, which we will dive into more in part 2 of this episode. Also touched on in this episode, which is critical, is the intention and the attitude in which we approach therapy and our children. We discuss how the relationship between the teacher/therapist/parent and the child is the CATALYST to learning. Jonathan was kind enough to provide our listeners with a discount code on Thrive Guide! Use code TEN4MTA for a 10% discount on the monthly or annual subscription on top of the current 30-day free trial offer! Jonathan's website is HERE. ThriveGuide is HERE.  Jonathan's book is HERE. 

Welcome to Episode 154 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This episode goes deep on a powerful and counterintuitive concept: The Practice of JOINING.Our guest this week is Camila Titone, Senior Mentor & Trainer at the Option Institute where she teaches The Son-Rise Program® to parents, caregivers, and professionals.Your child on the autism spectrum is likely exhibiting behaviors that you are NOT wanting.Like many parents, our initial objective was to make all of our son's ‘problem' behaviors stop.And while that makes sense for unsafe behaviors, many of the things our kids do may seem strange but actually serve a valuable purpose for them.Listen to this episode to get a new perspective that could lead to the breakthrough you're looking for.The secret this week is … Move WITH Your Child's Behaviors, Not AgainstYou'll Discover:What Exactly Is “Joining”? (3:39)The Doorway Into Your Child's World (7:57)The Basis Of All Relationships (17:46)A Key Question To Ask Yourself (22:41)The Best Time To Teach Your Child Anything (29:52)Why and How To Show Up Bigger With The Three “E”s (37:19)About Our Guest:For more than 19 years, Camila Titone has provided personalized guidance, practical educational insight, and emotional support using The Son-Rise Program® to empower parents and professionals to make the biggest impact in their children's learning process and to see themselves as their child's best resource and advocate. Originally from Brazil, Camila Titone came to The Autism Treatment Center of America® in 2004. She has spent thousands of hours working one-on-one with over 800 children and adults on the autism spectrum aged 2 to 32 from every inhabited continent. She has taught The Son-Rise Program® to parents, caregivers, and professionals in individual and large group settings. A respected lecturer, Camila has addressed audiences in person and online from all corners of the globe, tackling issues such as verbal communication, attention span, social skills, aggressive and intense behavior, toilet-training, sleep difficulties, and anxiety struggles.References in The Episode:The Son-Rise Program Start-UpThe Son-Rise Program Family Training CourseOption Institute International Learning & Training Center Option.orgThe Autism Treatment Center of America autismtreatmentcenter.orgAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Welcome to Episode 153 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week we discuss the importance of the stories we tell ourselves.  Our BELIEFS.Bringing more awareness into this area will pay huge dividends for you and your child.  And few organizations are equipped to help parents like you do this important work.One of the most impactful organizations on our journey was the Option Institute International Learning and Training Center.  Our guest this week is Suzanne Pruss.  She is a Senior Mentor & Trainer at the Option Institute and we focus on this perhaps the biggest secret we learned along our journey.  The insight that most influenced how we felt navigating our journey with our kids.The secret this week is … Your BELIEFS Influence EVERYTHINGYou'll Discover:The Big Weight That Fuels Unhappiness (6:19)What Happens Immediately When You Change a Belief (16:39)What is Happiness IQ? (18:12)What To Do If You Feel Like Your Family Has Abandoned You (24:15)The Option Institute And The Origins Of The Son-Rise Program (34:36)Why You Are The Creator Of Your Experience (41:22)A Simple Tool To Unearth A Belief (44:27)About Our Guest:Suzanne Pruss is a Senior Mentor & Trainer at the Option Institute® International Learning & Training Center.  She has been practicing the Option Process since 1995.She first arrived at The Autism Treatment Center of America in 1992 and fell in love with the teachings and techniques of the Son-Rise Program: a home-based program for parents with children on the autism spectrum. She was enamored with how respectful, loving, fun, and creative she could be connecting with a person on the spectrum of any age. She had intended to stay and volunteer for two months but, instead, found her calling and has been affiliated with the Option Institute ever since. Her biggest joy is having worked one-on-one with over 1,200 children on the autistic spectrum and their families world-wide. She feels blessed to be able to assist parents and their team members to learn this beautiful way to connect, inspire and support children on the spectrum to grow to their fullest potential. She most especially loves teaching parents how to be comfortable, have fun, and be awesomely capable as they support their child's growth.Suzanne grew up in Australia and attended a one-room primary school, ‘Little House on the Prairie'-style. She loves nature, animals, painting, anyone with autism, and comedy. She has traveled the world extensively, was born in Vietnam, and has ‘family' world-wide.References in The Episode:Option Institute International Learning & Training Center Option.orgThe Autism Treatment Center of America autismtreatmentcenter.orgAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Welcome to Episode 100 of the Autism Parenting Secrets. Our guest today is Kate C. Wilde, she's a return guest who has spent the last 30 years working with children and adults on the autism spectrum and their families, as well as with therapists, educators, and schools. She's an author, columnist, teacher, YouTuber, trainer… through many ways and in many capacities she's served thousands of families, children, and educators around the globe.She is the author of several acclaimed books, including Autistic Logistics and The Autism Language Launcher.  Her latest book, Autism Abracadabra: Seven Magic Ingredients to Help Develop Your Child's Interactive Attention Span was just released.We're excited to have this conversation with Kate…The secret this week is…A More Engaged Child Starts With YOU You'll Discover:The Best Way To Teach Anything (5:59)How To Leverage What Your Child Loves The Most (6:53)The Key Question To Ask Yourself (13:38)What Success Looks Like (20:45)Where The Growth Lies (27:03)There Are Games For Everything (31:33)The Doorway In (42:57)Why Interactive Attention Span Matters Most (46:59) About Our GuestKate C. Wilde has spent the last 30 years working with children and adults on the autism spectrum and their families, as well as with therapists, educators, and schools. She is the author of the acclaimed books, Autistic Logistics: A Parent's Guide to Tackling Bedtime, Toilet Training, Tantrums, Hitting, and Other Everyday Challenges and The Autism Language Launcher: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Child Turn Sounds and Words Into Simple Conversations.  Her latest book is Autism Abracadabra: Seven Magic Ingredients to Help Develop Your Child's Interactive Attention Span.Renowned for the well-attended courses she teaches throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia, she has also spoken at worldwide online autism summits, including the Autism Hope Summit and the Autism Recovery Tele-Summit. Her YouTube autism quick tip videos, delivered with her trademark infectious enthusiasm, have garnered a following worldwide. She is a columnist for Exceptional Needs Today, has written articles for such publications as Autism Parenting Magazine in the U.S. and SEN Magazine in the U.K. She has forever left her mark on the autism world by having, over the years, intensively trained and qualified more than forty professionals at the Autism Treatment Center of America® who have gone on to use The Son-Rise Program® to help thousands of families, children, and educators across the globe.www.katecwilde.comReferences in This Episode:Autism Abracadabra: Seven Magic Ingredients to Help Develop Your Child's Interactive Attention Span Additional Resources:Free Resource: 33 Mistakes Most Autism Parents Make and How To Avoid ThemGot a Picky Eater? - this can helpTo learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.Don't forget to subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts to get automatic episode updates for our "Autism Parenting Secrets!"And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on Apple Podcasts. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and we read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening!

In our 50th episode and final episode of Season 5, we interview one of our heroes, Raun K. Kaufman.  Raun is the former CEO of The Autism Treatment Center of America and he personally helped educate us into being able to recover our son's lost abilities to Autism Spectrum Disorder many years ago.  Raun is a graduate of Ivy League Brown University, and author of Autism Breakthrough: The Groundbreaking Method That Has Helped Families All Over the World.  In today's episode we talk about his new protocol known as ACT, Autism Crisis Turnaround.  It's a very interesting discussion that has ramifications beyond Autism.     Join the conversation and follow us on Telegram at https://t.me/tcrpodcast   The interview portion of this episode is available in video on Rumble at: https://rumble.com/v12alzu-tcrp-episode-50-dissecting-the-neuro-crash-with-raun-k.-kaufman.html   Resources for this episode are:    Raun K. Kaufman on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Raun.K.Kaufman   Autism Crisis Turnaround Website: https://www.autismcrisisturnaround.com/   Autism Breakthrough by Raun K. Kaufman on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Breakthrough-Groundbreaking-Method-Families/dp/1250063477/ref=asc_df_1250063477/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=266412151652&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3565996978791017306&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029617&hvtargid=pla-436965087118&psc=1   Son-Rise (A Miracle of Love) TV Movie from 1979: https://www.amazon.com/Son-Rise-James-Farentino/dp/B009ZPLYBA   Autism Treatment Center of America - Home of the Son-Rise Program: https://autismtreatmentcenter.org/    

Welcome to Episode 90 of the Autism Parenting Secrets. Meltdowns!  That's the topic this week.  It's a challenge like no other.  This episode dives deep into what a parent CAN do about their child's meltdowns.  And the good news is… parents can do a lot.Our guests this week are Kate C. Wilde and Raun K. Kaufman. Collectively, they have over 50 years of experience supporting parents and their children on the autism spectrum.  They're authors, teachers and thought leaders with powerful insights.They've partnered to create the Autism Crisis Turnaround (ACT) Protocol, a three-step process that helps parents better address challenging situations like meltdowns.Tantrums and meltdowns are not uncommon, but they're likely much more prevalent with children on the spectrum.  And it can feel like they're just a part of Autism - that they come with the diagnosis.But that's NOT true.The secret this week is... Meltdowns are NOT Inevitable You'll Discover:Meltdowns DON'T Come With Autism (4:55)Meltdowns Are NOT Intentional (11:25)The 3 Core Issues Behind Your Child's Meltdowns (14:37)How To Reclaim Your Power DURING A Meltdown (20:07)Why Setting Boundaries Benefits YOU The Most (29:00)The Perspective Shift That's Needed (41:50) About Our Guests: Raun K. KaufmanRaun K. Kaufman is the author of the book, Autism Breakthrough: The Groundbreaking Method That Has Helped Families All Over the World and the former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America®. An international lecturer and graduate of the Ivy League's Brown University with a degree in Biomedical Ethics, Raun has completed lecture tours in the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Romania, France, Japan, Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Vietnam.He has been interviewed by media such as National Public Radio, BBC Television, Fox News Channel, The London Telegraph, and People Magazine.In addition to his work with families and educators for almost 25 years, Raun brings a distinctive qualification to the realm of autism treatment: his own personal history. As a child, Raun was diagnosed with severe autism and recommended for lifelong institutionalization. Instead, his parents developed The Son-Rise Program®, which enabled Raun to emerge with no trace of his former diagnosis. His story was recounted in the best-selling book, Son-Rise: The Miracle Continues, and the award-winning NBC-TV movie, Son-Rise: A Miracle of Love.Kate C. WildeKate C. Wilde has spent the last 30 years working with children and adults on the autism spectrum and their families, as well as with therapists, educators, and schools. She is the author of the acclaimed books, Autistic Logistics: A Parent's Guide to Tackling Bedtime, Toilet Training, Tantrums, Hitting, and Other Everyday Challenges and The Autism Language Launcher: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Child Turn Sounds and Words Into Simple Conversations.Kate teaches throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia, she has also spoken at worldwide online autism summits, including the Autism Hope Summit and the Autism Recovery Tele-Summit. She is a columnist for Exceptional Needs Today, has written articles for such publications as Autism Parenting Magazine in the U.S. and SEN Magazine in the U.K. She has intensively trained and qualified more than forty professionals at the Autism Treatment Center of America® who have gone on to use The Son-Rise Program® to help thousands of families, children, and educators across the globe.  References in This Episode:The ACT ProtocolAutism Parenting Secrets - Episode 69 - Your Child Is NOT The ProblemAutism Breakthrough by Raun K. KaufmanAutistic Logistics: A Parent's Guide to Tackling Bedtime, Toilet Training, Tantrums, Hitting, and Other Everyday Challenges by Kate C. WildeThe Autism Language Launcher: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Child Turn Sounds and Words Into Simple Conversations by Kate C. WildeAdditional Resources:Free Resource: 33 Mistakes Most Autism Parents Make and How To Avoid ThemTo learn more about Cass & Len's All-In Warrior Parent Tribe, click hereGot a Picky Eater? - this can helpTo learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.Don't forget to subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts to get automatic episode updates for our "Autism Parenting Secrets!"And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on Apple Podcasts. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and we read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening! 

My guest this week is Raun K. Kaufman, Autism thought leader and co-creator of the Autism Crisis Turnaround Protocol, author of the book Autism Breakthrough, the former CEO of Autism Treatment Center of America, and an international lecturer and graduate of the Ivy League's Brown University with a degree in Biomedical Ethics. His articles have been featured in journals, he has been interviewed by national and international media, and in addition to his work with families and educators for almost 25 years. In this episode, Raun and I discuss ways we can support kids and young adults who are in what we might call crisis mode. Maybe they are struggling with extreme behaviors, explosive reactions, extreme overwhelm, and anxiety. They are not able to move forward in their lives as a result. And if you are parenting or working with someone in crisis, no doubt, you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and are struggling as well. While many of the examples we discuss apply to those on the Autism Spectrum, you'll realize that these strategies can really be applied to anyone you interact with on a regular basis. Seeing the world from someone else's experience opens up a lot of potential for building trust and learning what might be triggering their neuro crash.  Learn more about Raun here. Episode Intro … 00:00:30 Raun's background ... 00:03:00 Crisis defined ... 00:11:00 Trust deficits ... 00:19:20 Seven main causes of crisis ... 00:22:00 Recognizing signals of stress ... 00:28:00 7 Causes of a neuro crash ... 00:31:30 Autism crisis lifeline ... 00:39:10 Where to learn more ... 00:45:40 Connect with Dr. Nicole Beurkens on... Instagram Facebook Drbeurkens.com

Welcome to Episode 69 of the Autism Parenting Secrets. Our very special guest this week is Raun K. Kaufman.  He's the best-selling author of Autism Breakthrough, the former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America, and the co-founder of the ACT (Autism Crisis Turnaround) Protocol.  Trust us… you want to hear what this man has to say.  Why?First of all, he understands what it's like to be on the autism spectrum.  He offers powerful, personal insights - not theory.Second, he's dedicated the last 25 years empowering parents like you with the success strategies that make a huge difference.We know you're doing so much to help your child.  And being a good problem solver is a key skill to develop.  But HOW you define the problem makes a huge difference in your ability to get what you want for your child.The secret this week is... Your Child Is NOT The Problem You'll Discover:The Prognosis Is Just a Guess (3:17)The Brain Is Capable of Incredible Growth (8:01) Why the Neuroception of Safety Matters (12:49)What's a Neuro-crash and How Can They Be Avoided (15:26)It's Not One Thing, It's All The Things (18:23)Why Your Agitation Is Not Helping (24:13)How To Spot The Signals of Stress Faster (34:34)How To Build up Trust With Your Child (41:31) About Our Guest:Raun K. Kaufman is the best-selling author of Autism Breakthrough, a phenomenal must have book for any parent of a child on the spectrum. He is the former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America, home of The Son-Rise Program.  And he is the co-founder of the ACT (Autism Crisis Turnaround) Protocol.The ACT Protocolhttps://www.autismcrisisturnaround.com/ Autism Breakthrough by Raun K. Kaufmanwww.amazon.com/Autism-Breakthrough-Groundbreaking-Method-Families/dp/1250063477/  References in This Episode:Stephen Porgeshttps://www.stephenporges.com/The Alert Programhttps://www.alertprogram.com/Additional Resources:Free Resource: 33 Mistakes Most Autism Parents Make and How To Avoid ThemTo learn more about Cass & Len's All-In Warrior Parent Tribe, click hereGot a Picky Eater? - this can helpTo learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.Don't forget to subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts to get automatic episode updates for our "Autism Parenting Secrets!"And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on Apple Podcasts. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and we read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening!

Victoria spoke to Raun Kaufman! Raun K. Kaufman is the author of the book, Autism Breakthrough and the former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America®. An international lecturer and graduate of Brown University with a degree in Biomedical Ethics, Raun has been interviewed by media such as National Public Radio, BBC Television, Fox News Channel, the London Telegraph, and People Magazine. Raun has a very unusual history, which he will tell you about - and which was the subject of a bestselling book and television movie. He now helps families going through autism crises and works with individuals, couples, and businesses in the area of relationships and communication.

Over the years, "autism" has gone from being virtually unheard of to a buzz word to, nowadays, a word a part of the common vernacular. Most people have at least heard of autism or have a personal connection to the disorder. Many people tend to think of a younger child, perhaps preschool - elementary age when they think about a person with autism. But teenagers and adults experience the joys and challenges of autism, too, along with their families. How does autism change in the teen years? What stays the same? How can we help our young adults thrive in the high school years without hitting the panic button and stressing over academics? Raun K. Kaufman is an author, international lecturer, and former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America who has worked with hundreds of families just like yours and mine. He's here to help us navigate these years with our wonderful children and encourage us to live beautifully in the tension between unconditional acceptance of our teen and helping him to grow. Join us today as Raun and I explore autism in the teen years. In this episode you’ll hear: Raun’s autism story Why people don’t talk much about autism in the teen years…and why we should How we as homeschoolers are uniquely positioned to help our kids How parents can handle the pressures of academics in the teen years Why your attitude has way more to do with your teen’s behavior than you think A message for the mom who thinks it’s too late to help her teen What next steps you can take to help your teen Show Notes What is The Son-Rise Program®? Inspiring Speech with Kate Wilde, Director of The Son-Rise Program® Seeing Autism in a New Light with Bryn Hogan, Executive Director of the Autism Treatment Center of America® Autism Breakthrough: A Book Review Autism Breakthrough (Affiliate Link) C.S. Lewis friendship quote: “Friendship…is born at the moment when one man says to another “What! You too? I thought that no one but myself…” The Autism Treatment Center of America online program Raun’s email for 1-on-1 sessions: raunraunraun@yahoo.com

In this week's episode, Brigitte interviews Kate Wilde, the Director of Global Outreach for The Autism Treatment Center of America who has spent the last 28 years working with children and adults on the autism spectrum and their families as well as therapists, educators, and schools.She is the author of Autistic Logistics and The Autism Language Launcher and she shares some of the effective methods and techniques she used in working with over 1,500 children to help them with learning, behaviors, and communication.This episode is full of practical advice about how to toilet train, how to handle hitting as well as insight into why they do what they do in the daily challenges. She also discusses how to facilitate verbal communication by using a step-by-step guide she has used effectively with children with autism. Her techniques are simple and every mom can do it. If you're struggling with the difficult behaviors of your child or want to understand why they do what they do, this is a must-listen!Tune in and learn how to work with your kids more easily. Enjoy!Resources/Links:Kate Wildehttps://katecwilde.com/BMV Life Coachhttps://bmvlifecoach.com/BMV Life Coach Facebook Live Coaching & Q&A (2pm Central Wednesday)https://www.facebook.com/BMVlifecoach/Private Mother's Guide Through Autism Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/mothersguidethroughautism/

Dr. Lynette Louise has a doctorate in bio science, holds two boards certifications in Neurofeedback (BCIA, NTCB), and has her Ph.D. ABD (All But Dissertation) in Psychology, with a specialty in Pyschophysiology. Dr. Louise is simultaneously performing internationally in her play, "Thing to Thing to Thing, From Crazy to Sane with Biofeedback, Autism and The Brain." The doctor also produced the highly acclaimed international docu-series, "Fix it in Five", the pilot which originally aired at the Autism One Conference in Chicago 2010. It is now available on The Autism Channel on some cable outlets and Vimeo On Demand. Dr. Louise become certified as a child facilitator by the Autism Treatment Center of America and as a neurofeedback practitioner, studying with many great leaders in the field. Dr. Lynette Louise continues to move forward in assisting people "on site", whereas, she will come to your home and help you there, as she feels that is the most effective way to implement her practice. Links -  Dr. Lynette Louise Facebook Page Dr. Lynette Louise Website Brain and Body Website Dr. Lynette Louise Twitter Page Dr. Lynette Louise's Published Books

This week Maisie talks to Kate Wilde. Kate is the Director of The Son-Rise Program and has worked at The Autism Treatment Center of America for over 20 years. She has spent her whole life working with children on the autism spectrum and their families. Kate has worked one-on-one with well over a 1,500 different children of different diagnoses and more than 10,000 hours working one-on-one with children and adults, helping thousands of families from all over the world help their children with autism. She is a senior teacher and lecturer at the Autism Treatment Center of America helping families individually and in groups run home based, parent directed Son-Rise Programs with their children. Kate talks to Maisie about her life before the program and how she came to realise that working with autistic people was her calling. 

Dr. Lynette Louise, aka The Brain Broad, has a doctorate in bioscience, holds two board certifications in Neurofeedback (BCIA, NTCB) and is working on her Ph.D. (and is now ABD) in Psychology, with a specialty in Psychophysiology at Saybrook University. Lynette is an international mental health and parenting expert, specializing in autism. She is a speaker, author, performer, popular podcast host, neurofeedback & autism expert, and creator/host/therapist for the international reality series FIX IT IN FIVE with LYNETTE LOUISE aka THE BRAIN BROAD, now showing on The Autism Channel. She is also the single mother of eight now grown children; six were adopted and four were on the autism spectrum. Only one of her sons retains his label and remains dependent. In 2003 Lynette Louise became the only professional from the Autism Treatment Center of America to be certified in two modalities: Option Process Mentor Counselor and Child Facilitator. Though she is experienced in many behavioral modalities training from The Autism Treatment Center shaped her approach the most. Lynette has been practicing the Option Process since 1997 and working with autism since 1983, when she first began adopting children. Having helped hundreds of adults and children with a combination of playroom, dialogue, and family dynamics counseling, in 2004 Lynette began using Neurofeedback as an additional therapeutic modality for healing the brain. Formerly of The Brain Injury Therapy Clinic in Westlake where she worked closely with Dr. Burke chief scientist for EEG Spectrum, Lynette has successfully helped clients with Bipolar Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Tourettes, Seizure Disorders ADHD, Depression, Addiction, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, and Traumatic Brain Injury. Lynette Louise is also a speaker for RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network) and does important talks on topics such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, and the effects of abuse on mental health. Her popular college topic, Getting Beyond Your Sexual History and Raising Your Relationship IQ – A Look at Tend and Befriend, teaches about the brain’s natural defense in abuse situations, the common mistake of victim-blaming and the relationship between the two. She then offers tools and simple tips for changing the story and staying safe. What you’ll learn about in this episode: Why Lynette was motivated to begin working with and specializing in autism after she adopted children who were on the autism spectrum Why beginning her work with autism in the 1980s when few experts were even talking about autism offered new experiences and challenges to Lynette What autism is, why it exists as a spectrum instead of a clear yes-or-no, and what common symptoms and traits exist in people on the autism spectrum Why catering to common myths about autism can create and strengthen the challenges a person on the autism spectrum may experience in the workplace How Lynette’s “four-to-one” strategy works, and how it can help with accessibility and comfort in the workplace for people on the autism spectrum What perseveration is and why it specifically matters for people on the autism spectrum in the workplace when it comes to the tasks they are asked to complete Why there are multiple factors that can make eye contact and communication difficult for people on the autism spectrum Why it is vitally important to view people on the autism spectrum individually rather than as a group Additional resources: Website: www.lynettelouise.com Website: www.brainbody.net MIRACLES ARE MADE: A Real-Life Guide to Autism by Dr. Lynette Louise: https://amzn.to/2ORzR7Q Twitter: @lynettelouise Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebrainbroad/ Instagram: @the_brain_broad LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lynette-louise-the-brain-broad-4aa8291/

Do you want to inspire language in your child with autism? So often there seems to be an unspoken time limit placed on our autistic children when it comes to language. A sort of "now or never" attitude that implies if our child doesn't talk by a certain time, that window closes forever. Join us today as Kate Wilde, Director of The Son-Rise Program® talks about how you can inspire your child to speak and why it's so important not to give up on the possibility that they can...whether your child is two or forty-two.  Kate's passion for our children is contagious and she is a wealth of knowledge, especially on the topic of language. She will free you from the pressure that often comes hand-in-hand with being an autism mom and set you on a path to move forward in a positive and uplifting way to help your child. In this episode, you’ll hear: all about Kate's new book, The Autism Language Launcher  why connecting with your child is the ticket to getting language why your attitude and beliefs are so critical to your child’s growth why you should stop saying my child is "non-verbal" and start saying he is "not YET verbal" what you can do immediately (as soon as you finish listening!) to help your child Show Notes Autism Treatment Center of America® What is the Son-Rise Program®? My podcast episode with Bryn Hogan, Executive Director of the Autism Treatment Center of America® Son-Rise Miracle of Love DVD The Son-Rise Program® Online The Autism Language Launcher (affiliate link) Autistic Logistics (affiliate link) Autism Breakthrough: The Groundbreaking Method That Has Helped Families All Over the World  by Raun K. Kaufman (affiliate link) Quiet by Tomie dePaola (affiliate link) “Doing nothing often leads to the very best kind of something.” – A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh The Son-Rise Program Social Curriculum (Developmental Model) How to Get Started with the Son-Rise Program®?

Are you ready to see autism in a new light? So often the conversation about autism is surrounded by a list of limitations. And let's face it, living the daily grind as a parent of a child on the spectrum sometimes really highlights those limitations. Join us today as Bryn Hogan, Executive Director of the Autism Treatment Center of America® talks about how the program came to be and what makes it is so radically different (in a fantastic way) and why that makes this therapy program so effective. Bryn is a breath of fresh air in what can be a very overwhelming environment when you have a child with autism. She will free you of the pressure and guilt that often come hand-in-hand with being an autism mom and set you on a path to move forward in a positive and uplifting way to help your child. In this episode, you’ll hear: what autism really is and why it's not the enemy why your attitude is so critical to your child's growth why you can't train a child not to be autistic and what you can do instead how to have a beautiful relationship with your child no matter where they are on the spectrum what you can do immediately (as soon as you finish listening!) to help your child   Show Notes Autism Treatment Center of America® Finding Your New Normal What is the Son-Rise Program®? Autism Breakthrough: The Groundbreaking Method That Has Helped Families All Over the World  (affiliate link) Son-Rise Miracle of Love DVD The Son-Rise Program Social Curriculum (Developmental Model) How to Get Started  Autistic Logistics (affiliate link) The Son-Rise Program® Online

Lynette – now known as Dr. Lynette Louise – has a doctorate in bio science, holds two board certifications in Neurofeedback (BCIA, NTCB) and has her Ph.D., ABD (All But Dissertation) in Psychology, with a specialty in Psychophysiology Dr. Lynette Louise left school at 15, married and had two children before turning 20. By the time she was 29, she had adopted four toddlers, all boys with varying degrees of autism. In addition to self-education and first-hand experience, Lynette became certified as a child facilitator by the Autism Treatment Center of America and as a neurofeedback practitioner. Her training and understanding of neurofeedback was greatly enhanced by the honors college degree in main-frame computer languages she earned during her 20’s.  

Today's episode of Redefining Medicine spotlights Raun Kaufman: author, lecturer, and former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America. Author of the book Autism Breakthrough: The Groundbreaking Method That Has Helped Families All Over the World, Kaufman details how he successfully recovered from his autism through his parents’ development of the autism intervention therapy Son-Rise. Diagnosed with autism at age two, the Son-Rise program—which focused on creating relationships, and "joining" in the child's world—ultimately enabled Kaufman to graduate from Brown University. Kaufman currently serves as Director of Global Education for the Autism Treatment Center of America.

Dr. Temple Grandin, Donna Williams, Raun Kaufman and Former MEP Kathy Sinnott are on The Health Zone radio show this week, talking about Autism. Find out more below... This interview was conducted by Micheál O'Mathúna who is a Journalist, Author, Filmmaker, Media Relations Consultant and Radio Show presenter. He also conducts one-to-one coaching, group coaching and delivers transformative workshops in various areas of health and wellbeing. He is also the founder of The Health Zone, which an inspiring, motivational and educational platform to empower people to be healthier, happier, more authentic and realise their true potential in their lives. You can find out more about Micheál O'Mathúna and The Health Zone here. You listen to every episode of The Health Zone here ------> http://www.thehealthzones.com/ Follow us on Instagram here ---> https://www.instagram.com/dhealthzone/ Follow us on Facebook here ----> https://www.facebook.com/thehealthzoneshow/ Follow us on Twitter here ---> https://twitter.com/dhealthzone Subscribe to our YouTube channel here ---> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbZXDYJF_ypdjEmQk-BEIg ---> Join our Facebook Group here ---> https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehealthzone/ The show includes: ✓ Tips and strategies for parents and people working with individuals with Autism ✓ The challenges for people with Autism ✓ How to support and empower people with Autism, from the person with autism's perspective ✓ insights into the Minds of People living and living successfully with Autism    Donna Williams RIP was a Teacher, international Public speaker, Author and Autism Consultant. www.donnawilliams.net Starts @ 00:00:00 Raun K. Kaufman is a Lecturer, Author and Former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America.  www.autismbreakthrough.com Starts @ 01:15:00 Former MEP, Disability rights campaigner and Parent, Kathy Sinnott. Starts @ 01:54:00 American professor of animal science at Colorado State University, best-selling Author, Autistic Activist, and consultant to the livestock industry on animal behavior, Dr. Temple Grandin. www.templegrandin.com Starts @ 02:11:00      

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents 7 previous guests as they tell the story of how they were first diagnosed with autism. Guests include: Raun Kaufman is the head of the Autism Treatment Center, and author of the book “Autism Breakthrough.” For his full interview, visit: http://differentbrains.com/exploring-different-brains-episode-1-raun-kaufman/ Ron Sandison is a preacher, has an amazing savant memory, and is the author of “A Parent’s Guide to Autism: Practical Advice. Biblical Wisdom.” For more information on Ron, visit his site: www.spectruminclusion.com. For his full interview, visit: http://differentbrains.com/autism-and-the-power-of-memory-with-ron-sandison-exploring-different-brains-episode-11/ Eric Zimmerman, founder of The Buddy Project and author of “Anything But Ordinary.” To learn more about Eric’s work, please visit his website: www.TheBuddyProject.net. For his full interview, visit: http://differentbrains.com/eric-zimmerman-exploring-different-brains-episode-15/ Ian Hale, Ph.D. is a writer, poet, public speaker and researcher. For more information, visit: ianchalephd.com. Look for Dr. Hale’s books at Amazon.com-The Insider’s Guide to Autism and Asperger’s, Dance With The Desert, and Emotional Exile. For his full interview, visit: Part 1- http://differentbrains.com/autism-family-tree-ian-hale-ph-d-edb-episode-36/ and Part 2- http://differentbrains.com/poetry-aspergers-self-expression-spectrum-ian-hale-ph-d-edb-episode-37/ Michael Tolleson is an autistic savant artist. Visit Michael’s sites to see is work and learn about seeing him speak.: www.bookmichaeltolleson.com and www.michaeltollesonartist.com. For his full interview, visit: http://differentbrains.com/exploring-different-brains-episode-04-michael-tolleson/ Stephen Shore is an author and autism advocate. For more information about the work of Stephen Shore, please visit his website www.AutismAsperger.net and visit his facebook page www.facebook.com/tumbalaika. For his full interview, visit: http://differentbrains.com/exploring-different-brains-episode-07-stephen-shore/ Elizabeth Wilkinson is a British autism and dyslexia advocate known as The Dyslexic Dyslexia Consultant , and founder of Dyslexia Information Day. For more information about Elizabeth’s work, visit www.theddc.org.uk. For her full interview, visit: http://differentbrains.com/exploring-different-brains-episode-10-elizabeth-wilkinson/

In this inaugural episode, Dr. Harold “Hackie” Reitman interviews Raun Kaufman, the head of the Autism Treatment Center, and author of the book “Autism Breakthrough.” Raun tells us about growing up with autism, confronts the controversy that has developed around him, details some of his treatments, and discusses the idea that he may give people “false hope.”

Former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America Raun Kaufman was the first recipient of the Son-Rise program, developed by his parents in response to his childhood diagnosis of severe autism. Though his diagnosis was presented by doctors as incurable, the Kaufmans, who had recently engaged with the 1970s human potential movement, remained hopeful with the understanding that if they decided the situation was hopeless, it would become so. They engaged intensively with their son, joining in and participating with his autistic repetative behaviors (against medical advice), seeking to create rapport. As Mr. Kaufman began attending to and engaging with his parents, they then used that hook to challenge him and teach necessary interpersonal and communication skills. Today the son-rise program offers an alternative to the dominant applied behavior analysis model which seeks to treat autism by first addressing the autistic child's difficulty forming relationships rather than their odd behaviors. The Center offers intensive parent training in the son-rise intervention model (as parents - not professionals - deliver this care) from their Massachusetts campus. Having been developed by non-scientists outside the university, the efficacy of the son-rise program has not been established with clinical trials. However, Mr. Kaufman suggests that recently resarch has been occuring which will shortly be published.