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 152 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we welcome Larry Miller to the show. Larry has more than two decades of experience as a family physician and health coach.  This is a conversation of empowerment.  Despite the naysayers, the truth is there’s so much a parent can do to help their child - at any age.  The secret this week is … It’s NEVER Too Late To Make ProgressYou'll Discover:Larry’s Backstory Supporting His Son (3:16)Why Conventional Medicine Has Few Answers (9:34)Why The Type of Pediatrician Matters So Much (11:50) The Importance of a Root Cause Focus (15:37)The Chronic Condition That’s Likely Behind Many Autism Symptoms (17:48)Why Epigenetics Matters More Than Genetics (24:03)The Concern With Heavy Metals (27:49)Why Food Really Is Medicine (34:16)The Trap NOT To Fall Into (38:42)The Odds Are In Your Favor For Improvement (45:28)The Window Is NOT Closed (48:18)The Benefits of Trusting Your Gut (56:57)About Our Guest:Larry Miller, D.O., CHC, has more than two decades of experience as a family physician and health coach.  Ever since Larry's oldest son was diagnosed with autism, he has been resolute in his commitment and dedication to healing the symptoms of those diagnosed.  Aware of the increasing rates of autism, Larry recognizes the urgent need to educate and empower families with the necessary tools to heal their children. Larry has authored an eBook titled "Healing the Symptoms of Autism" and created a 12-week Autism Healing Program to empower, guide, and support children and their families on their journey to achieving health and wellness. https://www.myhopewellness.comReferences in The Episode:Autism Treatment Evaluation Checklist (ATEC)Medical Academy of Pediatrics Special Needs (MAPS)Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 143 - Ensure Your Doctor Meets Your CHILD’S NeedsAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 23 - Autism Is NOT HardwiredEnvironmental Working GroupAdditional 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 151 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Dr. Jared Skowron returns to the show and we focus on the power of nature.  Dr. Jared has been working with children with Autism and ADHD for two decades. Pharmaceuticals have little to offer children and adults on the autism spectrum.  But mother nature offers MANY options.  We have known this for centuries but it’s a truth that is getting lost in the mainstream narrative.The secret this week is…Nature’s Remedies WORKYou'll Discover:Why Pharmaceuticals Are Not The Answer (2:22)How Our Kids Are Ignored By The Medical System (5:13)How Pharmaceuticals Try To Mimic Nature (8:02)A New Resource For Parents (16:38)The Problem With Tylenol (20:01)Strategies For Safety (27:05)The People You Want To Ignore (39:49)The One Thing You Don’t Want To Do (46:28)About Our Guest:Dr. Jared Skowron has been working with children with Autism and ADHD for almost two decades.  He specializes in using natural, non-pharmaceutical therapies to support healthy neurological development.  These natural treatments support healthy language development, calm behavior, normal sensory function, regular sleep patterns, emotional stability, and improved memory for children with Autism and ADHD.Dr. Skowron lectures internationally, educating parents about how natural therapies can help their children reach their full potential.  As the creator of Spectrum Awakening, Dr. Skowron aims to benefit all families and children with the same supplement support for Autism and ADHD that he uses in his private practice. His latest protocol of biomedical supplements is called The Skowron Solution.He serves on the Editorial Board of Natural Practitioner magazine and on the advisory board of Autism Hope Alliance, NeuroNeeds, and Chemo & Crayons. He can be regularly seen on his local NBC news station in Connecticut where he serves as their Natural Medicine consultant.  Dr. Skowron authored the Amazon best-selling book 100 Natural Remedies For Your Child. https://spectrumawakening.com/References in The Episode:The Skowron Solution Course www.theskowronsolution.com/course (use code AllinParent25 for a 25% discount)100 Natural Remedies for Your Child: The Complete Guide to Safe, Effective Treatments for Childhood's Most Common Ailments, from Allergies to Weight Loss by Dr. Jared SkowronAdditional 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 150 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Dr. Zach Bush returns to the show and it’s another expansive, thought-provoking conversation that uplifts and enlightens.Zach Bush, MD is a renowned, multi-disciplinary physician of internal medicine, endocrinology, hospice care and internationally recognized educator on the microbiome as it relates to human health, soil health, food systems, and a regenerative future.There are so many powerful insights and perspective shifts in this episode and Dr. Zach uses the sport of surfing as an analogy.Being a parent of a child on the spectrum can often feel like a call of duty with lots of pressure and expectations.  But being tense and cautious takes you off course.  Staying on the sidelines or trailing behind is not a success strategy.The secret this week is … Ride The EDGE Of Your WaveYou'll Discover:The Person Who Is Teaching You The Most (4:06)What You Need To Let Go Of Now (8:13)The Power Of The Child-Like Mind (15:18)The “Sacred Mission” (17:44)Why Everything IS Coming TO You (24:21)The Opportunity of The Party Wave (31:02)Why A Sense Of Duty Doesn’t Work (39:00)The Type Of Decisions That Are Good For Everybody (41:49)The Chemical Behind Leaky Gut And So Much More (46:44)The Mind-Blowing Impact of Ancient Soil (50:50)The Massive Impact Of Generational Toxicity (57:10)A New Technology That Relieves Emotional Trauma (1:00:19)About Our Guest:Zach Bush, MD is a physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology, and hospice care. He is an internationally recognized educator and thought leader on the microbiome as it relates to health, disease, and food systems. Zach Bush, MD founded *Seraphic Group and the non-profit Farmer’s Footprint to develop root-cause solutions for human and ecological health. His passion for education reaches across many disciplines, including topics such as the role of soil and water ecosystems in human genomics, immunity, and gut/brain health. His education has highlighted the need for a radical departure from chemical farming and pharmacy, and his ongoing efforts are providing a path for consumers, farmers, and mega-industries to work together for a healthy future for people and planet.  His work in for-profit and nonprofit arenas is creating avenues for collaborative action for all stakeholders in our global community for a regenerative future of health for the planet and our children. www.zachbushmd.comReferences in The Episode:Autism: Learning From Angels Among UsIntelligence of Nature (ION) Gut SupportAdditional 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 149 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This episode focuses on the potential dangers of Polyethene Glycol (PEG).  It’s everywhere and it’s the main ingredient in the most widespread over-the-counter treatment for constipation.  Off-label use of this drug is rampant and parents need to better understand their options for helping their child.The secret this week is … Say NO To PEGYou'll Discover:What is PEG (1:48)What The Miralax Label Says And How It Works (5:45)How PEG Impacts The Microbiome (10:18)The Link Between Butyrate, Dysbiosis & Seizures (12:47)Concerns Raised By The FDA & New York Times (18:53)An Effective Simple Protocol For One Family (22:40)Effective, Natural Options For Constipation (33:51)What To Watch Out For In Laundry Detergent (36:33)Another Chemical To Watch Out (40:33)How Needed Studies Are Bypassed or Stalled (44:46)About Our Guest:Mike Koehler is a leader and active member of Parents Against Miralax. In 2010, his then 4-year-old son was treated for constipation and placed on the over-the-counter laxative, Miralax. Over the five years that followed, his doctors would recommend that he remain on Miralax to treat his constipation. In 2014 his son was diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy and started exhibiting PANDAS-like symptoms. His behavior was out of control, and their family was in a dark place, desperate for help. In February 2015, he joined the Facebook group Parents Against Miralax. It was there that he learned about naturopathic medicine. Mike and his wife found a naturopath in April 2015, and by May 2015, his son was on the path to better health and healing. Thankfully today, Mike’s son is doing really well. Mike has now made it his mission to warn other parents of the very real dangers of Polyethene Glycol.References in The Episode:Parents Against Miralax Facebook GroupNomorepeg.comAdditional 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 148 of Autism Parenting Secrets. We are delighted to have Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen with us today and we’re talking genomics.  An exciting and promising area of opportunity to better support your child that you don’t want to overlook.And the first step is better understanding what’s now possible that wasn’t even a few years ago.Dr. Sharon is the Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of IntellxxDNA™.  She received both her master’s degree and medical degree from Harvard Medical School and she’s been in the field of integrative medicine for over 25 years. She co-foundered IntellxxDNA to fill an unmet need for an accurate, evidence-based genomics tool geared at helping functional and integrative physicians practice personalized medicine. A tool that could 1) help identify ROOT CAUSES of autism, cognitive decline, environmentally acquired illness, and other chronic illnesses and 2) help clinicians know HOW to address these genomic factors. The IntellxxDNA™ clinical decision support tool is now being used as part of medical decision-making by physicians across the country and it’s being used in studies addressing autism and complex illnesses in children as well as in adult studies geared at the reversal of cognitive decline. There are literally hundreds of different nutrients, vitamins, and interventions out there that have evidence in the literature for improving outcomes in autism, OCD, ADHD, and anxiety.  But, how do you the parent figure out without random trial and error what might be beneficial for YOUR child?The secret this week is … Have A DNA-PRECISE PlanYou'll Discover:Why Autism ISN’T Genetic (4:07)What To Do About MTHFR (13:30)Case Study 1 - Uncovering The Real Root Cause (20:06)Why A Clinical Decision Support Tool Is So Valuable (23:45)Why You Need a Doctor and How They Can Get Trained (28:19)Some Incredible, Preliminary Improvement Statistics (32:05)Case Study 2 - Two Month Turnaround (32:29)Case Study 3 - An Incredible Transformation (36:57)Why It’s Never Too Late To Benefit From Functional Genomics (41:00)Why The One-Time Investment In Genomics Is Worth It - (52:07)About Our Guest:Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen is the Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of IntellxxDNA™.  Dr. Hausman-Cohen received both her master’s degree and medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Family Medicine and a diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Medicine. Dr. Hausman-Cohen has been in the field of integrative medicine for over 25 years. She and her co-founder developed IntellxxDNA as an answer to an unmet need in the integrative and functional medicine community; the need for an accurate, evidence-based genomics tool geared at helping functional and integrative physicians practice personalized medicine. They envisioned and created a tool that could help identify root causes of autism, cognitive decline, environmentally acquired illness, and other chronic illnesses, BUT  also a tool that could help clinicians know how to address these genomic factors. The IntellxxDNA™ clinical decision support tool is now being used to make genomics actionable and understandable. IntellxxDNA is being used as part of medical decision-making by physicians across the country. Dr. Hausman-Cohen loves combining her passion for science and medicine and using her scientific mind to integrate large amounts of complex data. She is proud that IntellxxDNA™ is currently being used in studies addressing autism and complex illnesses in children as well as in adult studies geared at the reversal of cognitive decline. She is the co-author of many publications relating to genomics including two that focus on autism.  She is also the primary author of a precision medicine textbook chapter on genomics and neurodegenerative diseases and a chapter in a book published by Frontiers in Neuroscience and Aging relating to frontiers in dementia treatment. She has taught extensively across the country at conferences for physicians as well as for community members. Dr. Hausman-Cohen is the co-founder of Resilient Health which is her patient-facing practice in Austin, TX.References in The Episode:IntellxxDNA.comATEC AssessmentThe Australian Centre for Genomic AnalysisAdditional 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 147 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we share thoughts on creating a more healthful physical environment for your child and entire family.  Creating a less toxic space where everyone can thrive doesn’t have to break the bank. But sometimes making changes isn’t enough.  The Secret This Week is…Sometimes You Need To MOVEYou'll Discover:Why Total Load Theory Matters (4:31)The First Thing To Minimize (10:01)The Second Thing To Look For (14:58)The Third Thing To Prioritize (17:43)The Fourth Thing To Seek Out (20:38)The Fourth and Perhaps Important Thing To Avoid (21:43)References in The Episode:Dr. Martha HerbertEpidemic AnswersPatty LemerGreenwave Meters and FiltersAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 94 - Take Out the Electrical Trash with Kim LearStetzer Dirty Electricity FiltersAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 57 - Dirty Electricity DEMANDS Attention with Dave StetzerAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 72 - You Can Sanitize The Air In Your Home with David MilburnHypo AirAir Visual Pro Air Quality MonitorAqua TruAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 95 - Mold Is A Bigger Threat Than You Think with Dr. Pejman KatiraeiDhru Pirohit Podcast - Is Mold The Surprising Toxin That’s Impacting Your Child’s HealthAdditional 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 146 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Our guest this week is Dr. Lynn Kern Koegel, a Clinical Professor at the Stanford School of Medicine and the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. She’s developed programs that improve communication in children with autism, including the development of first words, grammatical structures, pragmatics, and social conversation.  She has also developed and published procedures and field manuals used in school districts and by parents throughout the United States and abroad.Dr. Lynn is the author of Overcoming Autism and Growing Up on the Spectrum.Her most recent book, Hidden Brilliance focuses on how often kids and young adults on the autism spectrum are misunderstood and misjudged.   The Secret This Week is…Yes, Your Child IS Brilliant!You'll Discover:Why Standardized Tests Are So Lacking (3:47)The Wrong Thing To Focus On (8:27)Why “Child Choice” Is So Important (11:26)Want You Want To Make More Opportunities For (22:07)The Type of Questions To Focus On (28:41)Why It Needs To Be Fun and Functional (33:36)A Must-Do For An IEP Meeting (37:36)Tips To Improve Peer Interaction (41:36)About Our Guest:Dr. Lynn Kern Koegel, a Clinical Professor at the Stanford School of Medicine and the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. She has been active in the development of programs to improve communication in children with autism, including the development of first words, grammatical structures, pragmatics, and social conversation.  In addition to her published books and articles in the area of communication and language development, she has developed and published procedures and field manuals in the area of first words, initiations, self-management and functional analysis that are used in school districts and by parents throughout the United States, as well as translated in other major languages.  Dr. Lynn Koegel is the author of Overcoming Autism and Growing Up on the Spectrum, published by Viking/Penguin and most recently Hidden Brilliance, published by Harper Wave with parent Claire LaZebnik. Lynn Koegel and her husband, Robert, are the developers of Pivotal Response Treatment which focuses on motivation. The Koegels have been the recipients of many awards, including the first annual Children’s Television Workshop Sesame Street Award for “Brightening the Lives of Children”, the first annual Autism Speaks award for “Science and Research”, and the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) award for Enduring Programmatic Contributions in Behavior Analysis.  Dr. Lynn Koegel appeared on ABC’s hit show “Supernanny” working with a child with autism. Their work has also been showcased on ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, and the Discovery Channel. References in The Episode:Hidden Brilliance by Dr. Lynn Kern Koegel and Claire LaZebnikKoegel Autism CenterAdditional 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 145 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Returning to the show is Peter Sullivan - founder and CEO of Clear Light Ventures, Inc.  For nearly two decades he’s been a change agent to improve environmental health.  And in addition to promoting awareness, he’s an environmental health funder who focuses on toxins and wireless safety.  We focus on how technology contributes to dysregulation and what you can do about it.  The Secret This Week is…TECH Is The Great DYSREGULATORYou'll Discover:The Root Cause of So Many Issues (6:04)Why It’s More Than a Problem, It’s An Addiction (12:26)The Surprising Thing EVERYTHING Relates To (16:01)Things To Do When You’re Ramped Up (18:21)The Greatest Regulators (28:37)The Issue With Odors and Lights (31:21)Arguably The Most Toxic Dysregulator (34:49)What You Want To Measure Inside Your Home (36:31)About Our Guest:Peter Sullivan is the founder and CEO of Clear Light Ventures, Inc., as well as an environmental health funder who focuses on toxins and wireless safety. He has spent the last 17 years focusing on environmental health. Peter’s work on detoxification and EMF (electromagnetic fields) has been featured in the book Toxin Toxout, Mother Jones magazine, Paleo Magazine, and CNN’s Morgan Spurlock: Inside Man. He is an executive producer of the documentary “Generation Zapped”, about the health effects of wireless, and co-executive producer of the film “The Devil We Know” about Teflon pollution. Peter serves as a board advisor to Pure Earth (pollution.org), and the International Institute for Building-Biology & Ecology. Previously, he worked as a software designer, making software easier to use at Netflix, Inc., Interwoven, Inc., Excite@Home, and Silicon Graphics. He also served as an Executive Officer and pilot in the United States Navy. He has a B.A. in psychology from the University of Detroit and an M.S. in computer science from Stanford University.References in The Episode:APS Episode 22 You CAN Protect Your Child From EMFsWireless and EMF Reduction for AutismGeneration Zapped DVDThe Devil We Know DVDThe Out of Sync Child by Carol KranowitzAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 26 The Body Is Electric And Dirty Electricity HarmsAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 57 Dirty Electricity DEMANDS AttentionReset Your Child’s Brain by Victoria DunkleyStatus of the Neuroendocrine System in Animals Chronically Exposed to Electromagnetic Fields of 5G Mobile Network Base StationsVielight Red Light Therapy (in nose and head)Sauna Space Photon Near Infrared LightEmotional Freedom Technique - TappingU.S. BiomagnetsFrequency Specific Microcurrent for PainDr. Tenant’s ProtocolTuning The Human Biofield by Eileen Day McKusickPhilip Stein Sleep BandsShielded Healing Lighting GuideStink movieBreath by James NestorFlow by Mihaly CsikszentmihalyiBody Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.IQ Air - Air Visual Air Quality MeterAdditional 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 144 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Angelica Lemke is our guest this week and we’re focusing on Homeopathy, specifically Intuitive Homeopathy.Angelica is a Naturopathic Doctor and Homeopath who has worked with the complex pediatric population for the past 14 years. She is the author of Healing Complex Children with Homeopathy, founder and lead instructor of the School of Intuitive Homeopathy, and is a co-founder and supervising homeopath at Homeopathy Hive. She is passionate about empowering people to tap into their intuitive gifts, as well as teaching and inspiring a new generation of homeopaths. She is a graduate of Bastyr University and Georgetown University. She lives in Ashland Oregon with her husband and daughter, where together as a family, they run a homeopathic dispensary and private membership association called PS11 Ministry.The secret this week is…Homeopathy Unlocks The Healer Within You'll Discover:What Exactly Is Homeopathy? (2:46)How Homeopathy Connects The Dots (13:41)It’s A Whole Body Experience (18:58)A Meditation For Parents To Find The Healer Within (20:08)Why Judging Your Child Doesn’t Help (34:12)What It All Comes Down To (39:09)Dosages and Potency 101 (41:29)About Our Guest:Angelica Lemke is a Naturopathic Doctor and Homeopath who has worked with the complex pediatric population for the past 14 years. She is the author of Healing Complex Children with Homeopathy, founder and lead instructor of the School of Intuitive Homeopathy, and is a co-founder and supervising homeopath at Homeopathy Hive. She is passionate about empowering people to tap into their intuitive gifts, as well as teaching and inspiring a new generation of homeopaths. She is a graduate of Bastyr University and Georgetown University. She lives in Ashland Oregon with her husband and daughter, where together as a family, they run a homeopathic dispensary and private membership association called PS11 Ministry.www.intuitivehomeopathy.comwww.homeopathyhive.comwww.homeopathyforcomplexchildren.comReferences in The Episode:Healing Complex Children with Homeopathy by Angelica LemkeAdditional 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.

This episode focuses on one of the most important decisions a parent makes: Deciding WHO is the right doctor/practitioner for YOUR child.  You increase your odds of finding the right person when you better understand all available options.  Our guest this week is Honey Rinicella, Executive Director of The Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).MAPS is an organization of medical professionals dedicated to delivering the best possible care to children with ASD and other special needs conditions.The Secret This Week is…Ensure Your Doctor Meets Your CHILD’S Needs You'll Discover:Why MAPS Is So Unique and Helpful (4:54)How The Right Practitioner With The Right Tools Helps Your Child More (9:20)A “Must See” Movie (16:45)How To Start Working With A MAPS Practitioner (26:40)The Practitioners You Want And The Ones To Avoid (37:54)About Our Guest:Honey Rinicella is the Executive Director of The Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs, and mother of incredible 22-year-old twins with Autism who have significant health issues.  She has devoted her life to building and strengthening the special needs community. Honey has spent the last few years educating both families and practitioners on the latest modalities to improve the lives of all individuals living with special needs. Honey lives in Pennsylvania with her husband of 25 years, twins Victor and Vincent, and their two loving dogs. Her firstborn daughter is currently pursuing her Doctorate of OT, as she clearly shares in her mother’s passion to serve and support the special needs community.References in The Episode:The Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs https://www.medmaps.org/SPELLERS the MovieAdditional 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 142 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Want to know what’s behind your child’s tantrums and meltdowns? Our guests this week have powerful insights to share!  Kate C. Wilde and Raun K. Kaufman are founders of the Autism Crisis Turnaround.They have been supporting parents like you for decades.No parent wants to see their child exhibit challenging behaviors.But they will occur and there’s always a reason for it.The Secret This Week is…It’s NOT A Tantrum, It’s a NEUROCRASH You'll Discover:Why Symptom Suppressors Don’t Work (7:25)The Real Underlying Problem (10:23)A Paradigm-Shifting Visualization (14:59)Examples of “Neurocrashes” (26:49)Why The Parent’s Emotional State Matters So Much (36:28)A Case Study In Giving More Control (39:10)About Our Guests:https://www.autismcrisisturnaround.com/Kate C. Wilde - Co-creator of the ACT (Autism Crisis Turnaround) protocol, 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, The Autism Language Launcher: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Child Turn Sounds and Words into Simple Conversations, and Autism Abracadabra: Seven Magic Ingredients to Help Develop Your Child's Interactive Attention Span. Renowned for the courses she teaches throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Kate also speaks at worldwide online autism summits. She is a columnist for Exceptional Needs Today, and has written articles for such publications as Autism Parenting Magazine in the U.S. and SEN Magazine in the U.K. Kate has forever left her mark on the autism world by having, over the years, intensively trained and qualified more than forty professionals who have gone on to help thousands of families, children, and educators across the globe.Raun K Kaufman - An international lecturer and graduate of the Ivy League’s Brown University with a degree in Biomedical Ethics, Raun K. Kaufman is the author of the book Autism Breakthrough and the co-creator of the ACT (Autism Crisis Turnaround) protocol, which pioneered the concept of the Neuro-Crash. The former CEO of an international autism training non-profit, Raun has spent more than 25 years developing innovative heart-led autism approaches built around a true understanding the autistic brain, nervous system, psyche, and experience and has worked with families and educators from over 100 different countries. As a child, he was diagnosed with so-called “severe” (non-speaking) autism and recommended for lifelong institutionalization. Instead, his parents worked with him in a totally new way they developed, enabling him to blossom, grow, and, ultimately, accomplish everything his parents were promised he would not. A best-selling book and award-winning television movie were made about his journey. He has been interviewed by media such as National Public Radio, BBC Television, Fox News Channel, The London Telegraph, and People Magazine and lectures throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States.References in The Episode:Episode 69 Your Child is NOT The ProblemEpisode 90 Meltdowns Are NOT InevitableEpisode 100 A More Engaged Child Starts With YouAdditional 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 141 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Our guest this week is Dr. Elizabeth Mumper.  She’s a board-certified pediatrician with decades of service supporting children on the spectrum and their families.She is currently on the faculty of MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs) and is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine where she developed the first advanced clinical training in pediatrics for the organization. She’s the former medical director at the Autism Research Institute and President, CEO, and medical director at the Rimland Center in Lynchburg VA.This discussion focuses on a key insight that’s more relevant now than ever.  Digestive Issues Are CLUES and focusing on gut health can make a huge difference.The Secret This Week is…The Gut-Brain Connection REALLY Matters You'll Discover:Three Ways Gut-Issues Hold Our Kids Back (5:16)A Place Parents Get Hung Up (7:19)The Problem With Gluten and Dairy (8:29)An Easy Test To See Food’s Impact (13:39)A Diet That Might Be A Better Way To Start (16:03)The Key Mineral Your Picky Eater Is Missing (18:24)Why You May Need Two Pediatricians (25:54)The Negative Consequences of Antibiotic Overuse (27:09)How MAPS Doctors Are Different (32:51)Why Improving Sleep Matters So Much (36:06)Important Prevention Strategies (41:23)About Our Guest:Elizabeth Mumper, M.D., FAAP is President and CEO of The RIMLAND Center, established to mentor clinicians interested in children with neurodevelopmental problems.  Her general pediatrics practice is Advocates for Children.  Advocates for Families is devoted to the care of children with autism and other neurodevelopmental problems.Dr. Mumper attended the Medical College of Virginia, did residency training at the University of Massachusetts and the University of Virginia, where she served as Chief Resident of Pediatrics at UVA. Her clinical experience has included five years in pediatric practice, over a decade as Director of Pediatric Education in a Family Practice Residency Program, 16 years as clinical faculty at the University of Virginia, and five years as Medical Director of the Autism Research Institute. She is currently on the faculty of MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs) and is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine where she developed the first advanced clinical training in pediatrics for the organization. She is currently doing research about vaccination status as it relates to the prevalence of chronic illness in children.  She advocates integrative and functional medicine strategies to care for children with complex chronic illness. https://www.medmaps.org/faculty/elizabeth-mumper/www.rimlandcenter.comReferences in The Episode:Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs https://www.medmaps.org/Can awareness of medical pathophysiology in autism lead to primary care autism prevention strategies?Additional 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 140 of Autism Parenting Secrets. When it comes to the journey to supporting your child, one big secret is there are angels among us.  Today we’re joined by one of them.  Someone who shares our mission of serving these children and adults, that includes those on the autism spectrum, non-speakers, and people who are simply underestimated.  To meet them where they are and help them bring their gifts forward.Our guest this week is Elizabeth Vosseller.  She’s worked with individuals with complex communication and sensory-motor differences since 1995. She began her career as an SLP (Speech Language Pathologist) at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC where she began to specialize in autism. From there, Elizabeth spent twelve years as an Assistant Professor at The George Washington University.Elizabeth’s greatest joy is working with clients and families.  She opened Growing Kids Therapy Center (GKTC) in Herndon, Virginia and uses Assistive Technology to educate and teach students the purposeful motor skills to Spell to Communicate (S2C).  Elizabeth enjoys teaching parents, educators, caregivers, and other professionals to support nonspeaking individuals through S2C.The Secret This Week is…26 Letters = INFINITE Possibilities You'll Discover:A Big Assumption That Yields HUGE Benefits (3:41)Two Things That DON’T Have a Look (7:17)Why Testing Underestimates So Many People (10:09)Why MOTOR Is a Significant Component In Autism (13:18)Distinctions Between Reflexive, Impulsive, and Purposeful Motor (17:07)How Operating Systems Vary (22:09)Speech Language 101 (23:22)How S2C Works (28:37)Some Amazing Possibilities That Emerge From S2C (35:14)A Great Resource To Access S2C Resources (40:11)About Our Guest:Elizabeth Vosseller has worked with individuals with complex communication and sensory-motor differences since 1995. She began her career as an SLP at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC where she began to specialize in autism. From there, Elizabeth spent twelve years as an Assistant Professor at The George Washington University teaching more than twenty different courses to undergraduate and graduate students in both Speech and Hearing Sciences and the Graduate School of Education and Human Development. Elizabeth developed a passion for clinical training through her work with field supervision and training to teachers and SLPs during their graduate studies.Elizabeth’s greatest joy is working with clients and families she opened Growing Kids Therapy Center (GKTC) in Herndon, Virginia. In 2013, she began using Assistive Technology to educate and teach students the purposeful motor skills to Spell to Communicate (S2C).  Elizabeth enjoys teaching parents, educators, caregivers, and other professionals to support nonspeaking individuals through S2C.Elizabeth survives on mass quantities of coffee! She loves learning, exploring the world through travel, is an avid reader and an experimental crafter.https://growingkidstherapy.com/elizabeth-vosseller/ References in The Episode:Growing Kids Therapy Center  https://growingkidstherapy.com/I-ASC (International Association for Spelling as Communication)  https://i-asc.org/Additional 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 139 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Today we’re going deep on the strategy of detoxification.   For many people, reducing toxic load can make a huge difference in how they feel and how well their body does what it is designed to do.If we’re stuck, toxic overload can absolutely be one reason why.With us today is Glenn Wilhelm, V.P. of Business Development with the IonCleanse by A Major Difference since 2011. The IonCleanse is the industry leader in footbath detoxification in the practitioner and consumer market.Glenn provides training for practitioners on how to integrate the IonCleanse detoxification system into their practice to help them improve clients outcomes. He’s has also worked with thousands of customers in the ASD community on how to maximize the benefits of the IonCleanse by AMD system for their child. The secret this week is…Detox FEET First You'll Discover:How An Ionic Footbath Works (3:10)Why Dual Polarity System Matters (6:08)The Two-Fold Problem That Creates More Harm (13:06)Why It Makes Sense To Invest in Safety (18:14)Detox Is a Lifestyle (25:31)The Benefits Of Opening Up Detox Pathways (37:52)A Risk-Free Way To Reduce Toxicity (43:46)About Our Guest:Glenn Wilhelm has been the V.P. of Business Development with the IonCleanse by A Major Difference since 2011. Glenn provides training for practitioners on how to integrate the IonCleanse detoxification system into their practice to help them improve clients outcomes. Glenn has also worked with thousands of customers in the ASD community on how to maximize the benefits of the IonCleanse by AMD system for their child. The IonCleanse® by AMD footbath detoxification system, manufactured in Denver, CO, is the worldwide leader in ionic detoxification. The IonCleanse system is the safest, most thorough, and efficient instrument used to cleanse and purify the body.   Backed with over 20 years of history and proven research, the IonCleanse by AMD is proudly made in the USA and is the industry leader in footbath detoxification in the practitioner and consumer markets.IonCleanse by AMD References in The Episode:IonCleanse Study by The Thinking Moms RevolutionAutism Parenting Secrets Episode 74 Red Light + Sweat = ThriveAdditional 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.Don't forget to subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts to get automatic episode updates for our "Autism Parenting Secrets!"

This week we have a short episode on a powerful concept. No one benefits from being confused, conflicted or drained.  But if you can strike this balance, great things will happen.The secret this week is…Be Committed, NOT Attached You'll Discover:The Difference Between Knowledge and Wisdom (1:23)What is Shelf-Help (2:23)What It Means To Be Committed (9:36)What It Means To Be ATTACHED (11:33)References In This Episode:Autism Parenting Secrets - Episode 136 - Personalized Support = FASTER ProgressAutism Parenting Secrets - Episode 38 - Your Child Understands EverythingAdditional Resources:Apply for The All-In Parent IntensiveTake 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.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!

This week’s focus is on something that parents of a child with autism want most.  To move past the overwhelm, parents want a PLAN they feel good about.  And while that’s important, there’s something even more important that must come first.The secret this week is…You’ll Stay Stuck Without a STRATEGY You'll Discover:What It Means To Have A PLAN (2:39)Why a STRATEGY Is More Important (4:08)The Step By Step Process To Create a Strategy (6:15)Some Strategies To Avoid (11:23)Some Success Strategies (12:20) References In This Episode:Autism Parenting Secrets - Episode 28 - Without Goals There’s Chaos Additional Resources:Apply for The All-In Parent IntensiveTake 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.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!

This week we’re talking about the intervention of all interventions.  Before you can TRULY be the best parent you can be for your child, you need to work on YOURSELF.Blindspots and lousy habits will always keep you stuck.Working on yourself FIRST sets EVERYONE up for success.If you want to get equipped NOW to find answers for your child.  The secret this week is…Personalized Support = FASTER Progress You'll Discover:The Most Powerful Move You Can Make (2:48)The ONLY Thing That Moves Your Forward (7:00)Why Not All Support Is Helpful (9:21)The Superpower Every Parent Needs (12:25)A Jaw-Dropping Case Study (14:39)Why Knowing Your “Power Score” Is So Important (17:36)The Mistake That Derails You At The Start (18:11)Why Doing LESS is MORE (21:53)It’s Easier To Move FAST (24:26)The Program We Wish We Had At The Start of Our Journey (28:25)Additional Resources:Apply for The All-In Parent IntensiveTake 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.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!

Welcome to Episode 135 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, our guest is Shad Helmstetter, PhD. and we discuss a powerful yet simple way you can set yourself up for success.  He is the best-selling author of more than two dozen books in the field of personal growth including the classic “What to Say When You Talk To Yourself” and the more recent “The Power of Neuroplasticity”.  His books are published in over 70 countries worldwide. “What to Say When You Talk To Yourself” is the #1 best-selling book written on the subject of self-talk and is one of the most important and helpful personal growth books ever written.  He has appeared on more than 1200 radio and television programs including Oprah Winfrey, and ABC, CBS, NBC, and CNN.Before you can be the best parent you can be, you have to do something about the biggest thing working against you.The secret this week is…Erase & Replace Your Mental Programming You'll Discover:The Essential Thing To Have In Place Before You Can Help Your Child (3:17)How Positive Thinking Physically Impacts The Brain (4:57)The Absolute KEY To Success (8:38)Why There is NO Window (12:04)The Early Warning System Of The Brain (13:32)How We’re Programmed For Success At Birth (16:51)How To Rewire Your Brain And How Long Does It Take (18:04)It Takes This Long To Rewire The Brain (20:57)The Cause Of A Victim Mentality (25:10)We’re Programmed For Success at Birth (27:28)A Powerful Visualization You Can Do Right Now (29:04)The Definition of Mental Programs (38:16)How Self-Esteem Is Misunderstood Yet Critically Important (47:36)Why It Really Is This Simple (49:40) About Our Guest:Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D., is the author of more than twenty books in the field of positive self-talk and personal growth. His books include the  classic self-talk best-seller, “What to Say When You Talk to Your Self” and "Negative Self-Talk & How to Change It. His books are published in more than 74 countries worldwide. Dr. Helmstetter has appeared on over 1200 radio and television programs, including repeat appearances on Oprah Winfrey, ABC, CBS, NBC, and CNN News.https://shadhelmstetter.com/ References in The Episode:What To Say When You Talk To Yourself by Shad Helmstetter Ph.DThe Power of Neuroplasticity by Shad Helmstetter Ph.DPurchase individual Self-Talk programs at the Self-Talk StoreAccess ALL Self-Talk programs with a Self-Talk+ subscription, free 30-day trial Additional Resources:Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com Be 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!