

The Autism Helper Podcast
Sasha Long, M.A., BCBA
Welcome to The Autism Helper Podcast, where we explore different strategies to improve the lives of individuals with autism.
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May 8, 2023 • 35min
Episode 228: Best Practices for Effective Parent Collaboration with BCBA Gabriella Nelson
Gabriella Nelson is the founder and CEO of Lively Behavioral Solutions LLC, a provider of Applied Behavior Analysis services, and can be found on Instagram as @thebehaviorchick. Gabriella shares why parent collaboration is so essential to making progress with a learner. She gives practical tips and advice for how to include parents, what topics to provide training and feedback on, and how to overcome the obstacles to effective collaboration.----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 1, 2023 • 24min
Episode 227: Why Conventional Parenting Wisdom May Not Work with Parent Coach, Andrea Pollack
Andrea Pollack is a mother and parent coach helping families with autistic children and teens. In this episode, Andrea shares why conventional parenting wisdom and old-fashioned discipline techniques often backfire. She breaks down why these strategies may miss the unique needs of some children and how the focus on connection can have a much bigger impact. Andrea shares how the coaching model allows for the individualization of strategies and can help address mindset - the most important piece of parenting.Andrea’s goal is to support all parents with autistic children to build their confidence as well as give day-to-day strategies.https://autismparentsolutions.com/----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 24, 2023 • 14min
Episode 226: The Data Driven Classroom
The Data Driven Classroom is an engaging and in-depth course that breaks down the data collection process for special education classrooms. This course will teach you how to streamline your data collection process and collect data that will truly inform your instruction.This course will teach you the Data Driven Framework through 5 modules of training videos. Videos are short and break down each concept into actionable steps. This course covers Academic/Social Skill/Functional Skill Data, Behavior Data, Data Setup, and Staff Training. There are over 75 pages of data sheets, handouts, and templates. Downloads include editable data sheets, Google Forms, staff training handouts, rubrics, and more. There is also a complete setup kit for students or center-specific data organization. Enrollment for our Data Course is currently closed. Sign up for the waitlist here: https://shop.theautismhelper.com/collections/the-data-driven-classroom----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 17, 2023 • 46min
Episode 225: The Highs and Lows of a School Based BCBA with Kim Bender
Kim Bender is a former special education teacher and current school based BCBA. In this episode, Kim shares what her role looks like as a BCBA working in the schools as well as some of the challenges and highlights that can come along with this role. We discuss the role of our ethical guidelines in the school setting, how to balance the multiple aspects of the role, and best practices for collaborating with the team.More from Kim on Instagram @behaviorbender----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 10, 2023 • 12min
Episode 224: 3 Ways to Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month. This month is a great prompt to level up our initiatives to promote autism awareness and acceptance. In this episode, I share 3 strategies for celebrating autism acceptance. Teaching lessons and facilitating discussions in your school community with general education students is a great way to promote change at a local level. Setting up a fundraiser for a local non-profit is also a good option for this month. The last strategy is to create opportunities for meaningful friendships through increased inclusion activities or events.----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 3, 2023 • 23min
Episode 223: Why Teachers are Loving Curriculum Access
In this episode, hear from current educators that are using The Autism Helper Curriculum Access in their schools! Curriculum Access is a school-based subscription service for The Autism Helper Curriculum. Curriculum Access allows teachers to get every subject and level of the curriculum plus placement assessments, implementation guides, extension activities, and more.Victoria Diez, BCBA, is an inclusion specialist at the International School of Panama. She shares the variety of ways her school utilizes Curriculum Access in the inclusion setting and what features she likes best. Amy Heskett and Chelsea White are both early childhood special education teachers. Amy and Chelsea share the setup of Curriculum Access in their classrooms, how they utilize the anchor charts, and how this curriculum has helped show what their students know!Ready to get started?More info and Request a Demo: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Ask Your Admin Email Template: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VwuNLAH6biAb0a7V6b_nA4SaFUQN0Bi3MnIhQgaLzSY/edit?_ga=2.225321235.888058454.1678732987-981049880.1678732987Informational Pamphlet: https://theautismhelper.com/pdfviewer/curriculum-access-informational-pamphlet-2/----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 27, 2023 • 12min
Episode 222: 4 Tips for Utilizing Assessments
When teaching students with a wide range of skill sets all within the same classroom, assessments are definitely not a one-size-fits-all situation. In this episode, we break down the overwhelm that comes with assessments and review best practices for implementing useful informal assessments. Embedding this into your daily routine is key for staying consistent and getting the most out of your assessments.----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 20, 2023 • 14min
Episode 221: Why Spring is the Best Time to Start Curriculum Access
Curriculum Access is a school-based subscription service for The Autism Helper Curriculum. This highly rated curriculum is rooted in evidence-based strategies and best practices. Curriculum Access allows teachers to get every subject and level of the curriculum plus placement assessments, implementation guides, extension activities, and more.Spring is an amazing time to add new things to your classroom. Not only do you have an in-depth understanding of the needs of your learners, you also have time to set up something new before the school year ends. When we establish a new routine or system, your returning students can walk back into your classroom next fall ready to go. Get started with Curriculum Access now and have curriculum checked off your list for next year.Ready to get started?For more info and to Request a Demo: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Ask Your Admin Email Template: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VwuNLAH6biAb0a7V6b_nA4SaFUQN0Bi3MnIhQgaLzSY/edit?_ga=2.225321235.888058454.1678732987-981049880.1678732987Informational Pamphlet: https://theautismhelper.com/pdfviewer/curriculum-access-informational-pamphlet-2/----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 13, 2023 • 31min
Episode 220: Making Assessments Manageable and Useful with Shira and Shayna from How to ABA
Assessments can easily seem overwhelming and daunting. Many formal assessments may not provide sufficient information for planning goals and instruction. In this episode, BCBAs Shira Karpel and Shayna Gaunt from How to ABA break assessments and share actionable tips for your classroom. Shira and Shayna review why assessment is important, how often assessments should be conducted, and how to use informal checklist-style assessments.https://howtoaba.com/https://howtoaba.com/podcast/----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 6, 2023 • 25min
Episode 219: Tips for Utilizing the VB-MAPP with Nicole Morris
Episode 219: Tips for Utilizing the VB-MAPP with Nicole MorrisThe VB-MAPP is the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program. BCBA, Nicole Morris, breaks down why this tool is useful and how to streamline implementation within the classroom. Nicole gives an overview of what the VB-MAPP is and how it can help plan your instruction. Giving this assessment can be overwhelming, but Nicole gives helpful advice on how to use this program within a busy classroom setting.VB-MAPP: https://amzn.to/3mkBBsX About Nicole:https://adaptationstation.net/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adaptation-station/id1477777888Book recommendation: https://amzn.to/3ZxOZrX----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Want more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/sasha50off* Check out Talkiatry: https://talkiatry.com/SASHAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy


