Finding Hope on the Spectrum
Finding Hope on the Spectrum
Podcast Description
Are you worried about your autistic son's or daughter's future and quality of life? Do you want to feel empowered to be the intuitive parent you know you are? Or are you a curious professional, seeking to learn and discover how to best reach your autistic clients? I invite you to join our community of growth seeking individuals as we connect, share and support each other.
This show will feature heart to heart conversations with parents, professionals, and autistic individuals sharing personal insight and life experiences. We will dive deep into supports, programs, and stories that inspire us.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the themes of parenting autistic children, professional insights into neurodiversity, and personal growth stories, with episodes exploring therapeutic approaches like ABA and RDI, and listener-driven discussions on overcoming challenges in supporting autistic individuals.
Are you worried about your autistic son’s or daughter’s future and quality of life? Do you want to feel empowered to be the intuitive parent you know you are? Or are you a curious professional, seeking to learn and discover how to best reach your autistic clients? I invite you to join our community of growth seeking individuals as we connect, share and support each other.
This show will feature heart to heart conversations with parents, professionals, and autistic individuals sharing personal insight and life experiences. We will dive deep into supports, programs, and stories that inspire us.
In this episode, Brooke Wagner welcomes Doreen Short, a former RDI client turned RDI program consultant. They discuss the concept of 'cognitive anchors,' a strategy Doreen developed to help children with autism by establishing predictable patterns and enhancing their ability to navigate new experiences. Doreen shares practical examples and principles to empower parents to act as effective leaders, enabling their children to achieve greater independence. Stories of real-life applications, such as grocery train and laundry toss, illustrate the transformative effect of these techniques on children's cognitive and motor skills development. The discussion also sheds light on the broader implications for transitioning individuals with autism towards more independent, fulfilling lives.
00:00 Introduction and Setting Expectations
00:48 Meet Doreen Short: RDI Consultant and Advocate
02:14 Understanding Cognitive Anchors
03:41 Real-Life Examples and Applications
13:22 Principles of RDI and Leadership
17:59 Creating Patterns and Leveling Up
31:12 Understanding the Power of Modeling
32:17 Empowering Children Through Simple Activities
33:15 Addressing Behavioral Triggers
34:55 Introducing the Power of Three Principles
36:45 Teaching Independence Through Real-Life Examples
46:36 The Importance of Cognitive Anchors
51:38 Success Stories and Final Thoughts
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Guest Contact: https://independence4autism.com/
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