Turn Autism Around
Dr. Mary Barbera
Dr. Mary Barbera, RN, doctoral-level behavior analyst, best-selling author, and online course creator discusses autism and speech delays from several different angles for both parents as well as medical, educational, and behavioral professionals. Learn more at www.marybarbera.com.
Each week we discuss Mary’s 4-step proven approach to tackle common parenting struggles including how to improve talking, reduce tantrums, and improve picky eating, sleeping, potty training and so much more for kids with and without autism!
Topics also include what to do when a toddler is delayed and how to identify the earliest signs of autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, or even giftedness! And what to do if your child is diagnosed or requires early intervention or ABA therapy.
So, whether you're a parent of a child or a professional such as a behavior analyst, nurse, physician, speech pathologist, or teacher, you’re going to want to listen and subscribe!
Each week we discuss Mary’s 4-step proven approach to tackle common parenting struggles including how to improve talking, reduce tantrums, and improve picky eating, sleeping, potty training and so much more for kids with and without autism!
Topics also include what to do when a toddler is delayed and how to identify the earliest signs of autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, or even giftedness! And what to do if your child is diagnosed or requires early intervention or ABA therapy.
So, whether you're a parent of a child or a professional such as a behavior analyst, nurse, physician, speech pathologist, or teacher, you’re going to want to listen and subscribe!
Episodes
Mentioned books
Feb 22, 2022 • 49min
#164: Autism Case Study with Michele C : From 2 Words to 500 Words with ABA Online Course
Can language skills truly improve and excel through ABA and my online courses? Michele C of episode 78 returns for a progress update on her daughter Elena. We discuss the improvement that can occur through the effective implementation of my online course, how ABA therapy works with strong parent advocacy, and if it's possible to reverse an autism diagnosis? Michele is the captain of the ship when it comes to her daughters, their learning, and their health and we are excited to share this amazing progress story.
Feb 15, 2022 • 50min
#163: Autism Spectrum Disorders in Australia with Mandy Mason
Mandy Mason is a powerhouse mom of two daughters, BCBA, and CEO and Founder of FIT Learning in Australia. In this interview, she shares her journey with her youngest daughter's diagnosis and how that has morphed her career and life. We discuss Australia and how it relates to autism rates, finding a diagnosis, and ABA. This episode has great advice for parents and professionals and unique insight on autism across the globe.
Feb 8, 2022 • 40min
#162: Down Syndrome and Autism with Angela Lee
Can an individual have both Down Syndrome and Autism? In this interview with Angela Lee, we discuss how these diagnoses often go hand in hand, the therapies for both, and Angela’s unique approach to encouraging more employment opportunities for this community. This is a great episode from a Mother, BCBA, and advocate in the special needs community.
Feb 1, 2022 • 59min
#161: Individuals with Autism and Police: What You Need To Know with Captain Gerald Turning
Safety is a big concern for the Turn Autism Around podcast. Captain Jerry Turning of Blue Bridge Training shares valuable information on the community of autism parents and first responders. Jerry is an autism dad and former police officer, he understands parents' concerns because he is a parent. We discuss a variety of safety issues for children with autism and how parents can approach and trust law enforcement with their child’s safety regardless of age.
Jan 25, 2022 • 46min
#160: When To Tackle Weaning Off Pacifiers with Pediatric Feeding Specialist Melanie Potock
Children with autism often present feeding and drinking issues, coupled with weaning off pacifiers and bottles, this can create stress for families surrounding mealtime. In today’s episode, Melanie Potock, SLP and feeding expert, shares some great resources and knowledge surrounding tackling picky eating and weaning. It is her goal to bring joy back to eating and mealtime while promoting positive oral development and motor skills, this is a great listen.
Jan 18, 2022 • 44min
#159: My Journey with The Verbal Behavior Approach
My book The Verbal Behavior Approach is now published in 15 languages. Out for over a decade, this book is reaching all over the world to spread successful strategies for teaching kids with autism. In today’s episode, listen to me share live via zoom with Lithuanian readers all about my background and start with the Verbal Behavior Approach.
Jan 11, 2022 • 52min
#158: Autism and Constipation: Can Constipation Cause Potty Training Accidents? with Dr. Steve Hodges
For the autism community, potty issues are both common and extremely frustrating. In this interview with pediatric urologist and constipation expert, Dr. Steve Hodges shares how most potty issues are caused or related to missed constipation. We talk about this severe medical issue and the treatments necessary to relieve your child and prevent accidents.
Jan 4, 2022 • 34min
#157: Spark Autism Research with Dr. Pamela Feliciano
Research in the autism community is crucial to identifying the cause and treatment, especially with so many genetic questions. Dr. Pamela Feliciano is the senior scientist at SFARI and the scientific director at SPARK. These organizations are some of the largest in autism research. Dr. Pamela and I discuss the importance and impact of the studies and how they can support autism families.
Dec 28, 2021 • 31min
#156: Autism Podcast: The Top 10 Episodes of 2021
It’s hard to believe but 2021 is coming to a close. As I wrap up year three of the Turn Autism Around podcast, I am sharing my top 10 episodes. Each year I like to go over my interviews and solo episodes and pick 10 that really highlight the year. It’s difficult to choose just 10 but tune in for my last episode of the year for what I think made the biggest impact on my goals for this autism podcast.
Dec 21, 2021 • 43min
#155: The Benefits of Taking and Creating BCBA CEU Webinars with Teresa Lyons
My online course and community has made an impact on so many, both parents and professionals. Teresa Lyons, has been a member and participant since my very first cohort for the Verbal Behavior Approach. Teresa shares about how the course and community has impacted her both personally and through her work at her FIT Learning Center in Virginia. We discuss the benefits of an online course and a little bit about how to market it.
