Autism Parent Workshop Video Archive
To help families access effective autism resources, we hold free quarterly parent workshops, and will post the videos here for your reference. Click here for a schedule of our upcoming workshops.
Navigating a new Diagnosis
So You Have an Autism Diagnosis. Now What? Melinda Miller, BCBA, 2021
Journey to Services: From Early Questions, Diagnosis to Intervention, Dr. Whittington-Barnish 2023
Talking to Kids about Diagnosis, Dr. Shay McManus, 2022
Recognizing Autism As an Adult, Dr. Madeline William & Dr. Gerardo Ramos, 2023
Navigating Multidisciplin-ary Therapy & Approaches, Dr. Laura Mraz, 2022
Neuro-Affirming Care: Let's Talk About It! Alison Beauvais Carris, 2024
Finances & Insurance
Navigating Insurance For Children & Adults with Autism, Marla Root, 2021
ABCs of Supports from the IDHS, Dept Disabilities, Meg Cooch, 2023
Covering the Cost of Autism Therapy & Supports, Kimi Matsumura, 2022
Speech, Communication & Social Engagement
AAC Basics, (Part 1 of 2) Presented by Dr. Kelly Canavan, SLPD, CCC-SLP, October 2020
Encouraging Social Engagement & Reciprocity, Presented by Dr. Rachel Loftin, 2020
Supporting Communication Within Daily Routines, Presented Dr. Kelly Canavan, September 2020
Relationships, Puberty & Sexuality in Autism, by Dr. Rachel Loftin, PhD, 2021
Incorporating AAC into Daily Routines, (Part 2 of 2) by Dr. Kelly Canavan, SLPD, CCC-SLP, November 2020
How to be a Friend to Someone with Autism, by Erica Smith, MA, BCBA, April 2023
Behavior Management
Defining & Addressing Challenging Behavior, by Dr. Whittington Barnish & Molly White, 2021
Empowerment Through Boundaries: Creating Safer and Healthier Dynamics, by Brigid McCormick, BCBA, May 2024
From Co-Regulation to Self-Regulation, Aubrey Fisher, MS, OTR/L, & Monique Placzek, MS, CCC-SLP
Promoting Desirable Behavior in the Classrom, Jessica Gruber, BCBA & Olivia Banks, BCBA, 2024
Occupational, Feeding & Music Therapy
Sensory Processing & Regulation, Presented by Terri Boss, MA, OTR/L, September 2021
What is Music Therapy? by Alyssa Stone, MT-BC, April 2022
Fed Up! Feeding Fundamentals for Your Child with Autism, Stephanie Sorrentino, MS, CCC-SLP
Making the Most of Mealtime: Tips for Picky Eaters, Stephanie Sorrentino MS, CCC-SLP
Parenting Tips
Supportive Parenting through Anxious Childhood Emotions, Danielle Marino, LCSW
Parents’ Survival Guide for the Holidays, Chelsey Harmon, MA, BCBA & Allison Wachal, MS, BCBA
Mindful Parenting: Cultivating Calm in the Chaos, by Elizabeth Nuesser, C-IAYT
Supporting Siblings of Autistic Siblings, Julia Mefferd, LFMT, August 2024
Education Supports and IEPs
Everything You Need to Know About the IEP, Mo Buti 2024
Executive Functioning: Skills & Strategies for Success, by Wendy Craven
4 Critical Areas of the IEP, Presented by Wanda Malone, 2021
Special Education During COVID-19 and Beyond, Brad Dembs, JD, 2021
Advocating for Extended School Year Services, by Brad Dembs JD
Comorbidities of Autism
Comorbidities of Autism Spectrum Disorder, by Dr. Rhiannon Law, PhD, 2022
Epilepsy & Autism Spectrum Disorder, by Dr. Laura Bliss, MD, 2021