Jan 14
#395 - Helping Neurodivergent Kids Make Friends – OT Social Skills Tips
Making friends can be hard, and for neurodivergent kids, the path to connection often looks a little different. This episode was inspired by a question from Instagram and dives into practical, compassionate ways to support social connection without forcing kids to fit into a mold ... Show More
20m 44s
Jan 7
#394 - Is Thumb Sucking Sensory? What to Know (and What to Do)
Is your child constantly sucking their thumb or fingers and you’re wondering if it’s sensory, habit, or something else? This episode comes straight from a parent question on Instagram, and we’re breaking it all down.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why thumb and finger sucking is co ... Show More
16m 59s
Dec 31
#393 - Is Crawling Really That Important? Yes - Here’s Why!
“I didn’t crawl and I’m fine.” We hear this all the time - from parents, grandparents, and even professionals. And while it can be true, there’s a lot more nuance to the conversation.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why crawling plays such a critical role in developmentHow crawling ... Show More
19m 5s
Feb 2025
Episode 311: Dysregulation with Jessie Ginsburg, the Sensory SLP
In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, we welcome expert Jessie Ginsburg to discuss dysregulation in individuals with autism. Jessie defines dysregulation and shares key signs to look for, as well as effective strategies for educators and caregivers to intervene and preven ... Show More
26m 58s
Feb 2024
Ep 13 Meeting Your Child Where They are at Developmentally, Having Realistic Expectations, and Remembering Receptive Language Skills: Interview with Racheal
You are in for a treat! This is my first interview and it's with my friend and fellow Speech Language Pathologist, Racheal. She has a wealth of knowledge and shares some golden nuggets in this episode. Learn the importance of meeting toddlers where they’re at developmentally to h ... Show More
22m 57s
Aug 2023
Child and Toddler Speech Development with Jessica Neely
<p>We are back for a brand new season and we cannot wait to share what we have in store. To kick start a new season, we are speaking to a speech and language therapist from Ireland who is based here in Dubai - on this episode, she shares her thoughts, tips and tricks around speec ... Show More
47m 26s
Apr 2020
Caitlin Calder: True Confessions of a Parent of an AAC User - Part 1
This week, the TWT team presents part 1 of Rachel’s interview with Caitlyn Calder, parent of a child with complex communication needs and SLP at CHI St. Luke’s Health in Houston TX. Caitlin shares from some of the many lessons she has learned, including working with specialists, ... Show More
56m 41s
Aug 2025
Helping Teens Navigate a Parent’s Mental Health: A Conversation with Dr. Michelle Sherman, Episode 146
In this episode of the Child Psych Podcast, we speak with Dr. Michelle Sherman, clinical psychologist and co-author of "I'm Not Alone" a powerful book written for teens who have a parent with mental illness. Dr. Sherman shares insights from decades of research and clinical work, ... Show More
25m 34s
Feb 2025
Episode 310: Exploring Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) with Taylor Rae Homesley
In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, Taylor Rae Homesley explores Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and its connection to autism. Learn about the symptoms, treatment overlaps, and the varying intensity of ARFID. Taylor emphasizes the importance of educati ... Show More
18m 56s
Dec 2024
The Trouble With Parents with Stephanie Winn
Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria (ROGD) is a family disease, affecting not only “trans kids” but parents and siblings too. Therapist, coach, consultant, and educator Stephanie Winn returns to Heterodorx to illuminate some of the hazards parents and other family members navigate: vict ... Show More
1h 10m
Sep 2025
Interview with Jenny Loughran (on the topics of systemic trauma, advocacy, self-identification & autistic parenthood and more)
Join hosts Simeon Thompson and Dr Sophia Christophi as they welcome Jenny Loughran, the CEO and Editor in Chief of Autistic Revolution magazine. In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Jenny shares her unflinching story of self-identification, the concept of systemic trauma, ... Show More
2h 1m
Aug 2024
Mental Health, From Day 1
There’s a mental health crisis in America. If we want to turn that around, we need to start from the very beginning of a person’s life. Gloria speaks to Terri Chebot, an infant mental health consultant, about the huge role that childcare providers play in children’s emotional and ... Show More
29m 25s
Welcome to Episode 78 of The Sensory Project Show! In this episode, Rachel and Jessica talk with Rachel Madel, a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and “tech master!” She is based in Los Angeles and is dedicated to helping parents and clinicians learn how to support children with complex communication needs. She also co-hosts a weekly podcast - Talking with T ... Show More
