The Autism Consultant

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  Autism and Potty Training: Your potty training progress might start here… 09.07.2026 12min

  Potty training isn't just about what happens in the bathroom. Stress, anxiety, sensory needs, and regulation all play a huge role in whether a child is ready to learn. Sometimes the biggest potty training breakthroughs happen when we start supporting our child outside of the bathroom. In this week's podcast episode, I'm sharing why stress can stall potty training and practical ways to help your child feel more successful. Need help potty training? Get my step-by-step potty training plan that has helped over 1,000 families potty train their autistic child  https://www.theautismconsultant.us/pottytraining  
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  Autism & Potty Training: Signs Your Autistic Child is Ready to Potty Train 24.06.2026 16min

  Wondering if your autistic child is ready for potty training? In this episode, I'm breaking down the readiness signs I look for before starting the potty training process. We'll talk about why age doesn't determine readiness, the foundational skills that make potty training easier, and what to focus on if your child isn't quite there yet. If you've been asking yourself, "Should we start potty training?" this episode will help you feel more confident about the next steps. Need support with potty training? That's exactly what I provide inside The Autism Constulant membership! Learn more here https://www.theautismconsultant.us/membership  
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  Autism & Skill Development: Teaching Strategies That Feel 'Too Simple'…But Actually Work 10.06.2026 14min

  Are you constantly repeating yourself, modeling the same skills, and relying on visuals and wondering if you're doing enough? In this episode, we're talking about the teaching strategies that often feel too simple or too repetitive, but are actually some of the most effective ways to support autistic children. Learn why repetition, modeling, visual supports, slowing down expectations, and breaking skills into smaller steps are powerful tools for skill development...and why "doing more" isn't always the answer.
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  Autism & Behavior- The MOST powerful behavior tool 20.05.2026 16min

  In this episode, we're talking about one of the most powerful behavior tools you use every single day…your attention. Learn how attention influences behavior, why some behaviors keep increasing, and how to use connection intentionally to decrease challenging behaviors and support emotional regulation in autistic children. If you're ready for more support, guidance, and practical strategies, join my membership! Inside, you'll get access to my Behavior & Meltdown Online Course, ongoing coaching and collaboration from me, and you can attend my live workshop on decreasing challenging behaviors. You don't have to figure this out alone. https://www.theautismconsultant.us/membership  
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  Autism and Skill Development: Your child can't follow expectations they don't fully understand 13.05.2026 20min

  In this episode, we're talking all about HOW visual supports help autistic children build skills, increase independence, reduce frustration, and better understand expectations. I'm breaking down why visuals work so well, common mistakes parents make, and simple ways you can start using visual supports during everyday routines like potty training, transitions, emotional regulation, and more. Grab my Visual Supports Bundle here: https://www.theautismconsultant.us/visualsupportsbundle  
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  Autism and Potty Training: Stuck in Potty Withholding? 06.05.2026 20min

  If your child is holding it, refusing the toilet, or only going in a diaper, you're not alone… and it's not what you think. In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind potty withholding in autistic children, including the roles of fear, sensory differences, and missing foundational skills....and what actually helps. 🎯 Ready for step-by-step support? Join my membership where I walk you through exactly how to move past withholding and build confident, independent toileting—without pressure or power struggles. Join here: https://www.theautismconsultant.us/membership  
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  Autism and behaviors: My child won't transition away from the tablet without big behaviors 09.04.2025 26min

  It can be difficult for your autistic child to transition away from the ipad to do something less preferred. Today's episode provides you with a strategy to help this transition feel more manageable for both the parent and child.    To access all of my visual support, click here! https://www.theautismconsultant.us/visualsupportsbundle  
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  Communication strategies for your autistic child with Jamie Burch 02.04.2025 35min

  We have the pleasure of learning from Jamie Burch from Inclusion Therapy Services. Jamie is a neurodiversity-affirming pediatric speech and language pathologist who specializes in supporting autistic youth. This episode discusses strategies and tips for parents that focus on communication progress, boosting motivation, and collaborating with your school team. Follow Jamie Burch here! https://www.instagram.com/inclusion.slp/  
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  Autism and potty training: Must do's BEFORE you sit your child on the toilet 19.03.2025 17min

  Potty training isn't something that we can just jump right into. We have some work to do BEFORE we ever sit your child on the toilet. Listen to this episode to find out a few things we have to do on the frontend.  If you need help potty training your autistic child, that is exactly what I help parents do inside The Autism Consultant membership! Let's collaborate and make sure you have a potty training plan that is specific to your child's needs.  https://www.theautismconsultant.us/membership  
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  Using visual supports with your autistic child- the most common mistakes made when creating a visual-rich environment 13.03.2025 26min

  Creating a visual-rich environment is going to have such an impact on your child's independence, their behavior, their communication, their comprehension, their skill development, their anxiety, their confidence, and so much more. But in order to implement visual supports the right way, you also have to know what to avoid.  Get all of my visual supports, my online course, live q&a calls + workshops, my support, and more inside The Autism Consultant membership. Let's set your child up for success and help them thrive! https://www.theautismconsultant.us/membership
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  Autism & behavior: How to teach your autistic child to wait for an item or activity 29.01.2025 24min

  Waiting can be hard on your child. Can you blame them?! We all want what we want right now. Listen to this episode to learn what strategies and tools to implement at home to help your child understand the concept of waiting. These tips will help wait time feel more manageable for your child.   Don't forget to follow me on Instagram where I share hundreds of tips and tricks to help with potty training, behavior, visual supports, and more!  https://www.instagram.com/theautismconsultant/  
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  Potty training your autistic child: how to help with potty refusals 22.01.2025 23min

  You started potty training your autistic child and they are showing some refusal behaviors. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how to support your child through these potty refusals and what strategies will move you closer to a potty trained child. 
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  IEP and parent rights tips from special education attorney Ashley Barlow 26.09.2024 43min

  Today we have the pleasure of learning from Ashley Barlow, who is a repeat guest on the podcast because the topic of advocacy is so incredibly important. As a special education attorney, Ashley owns a law firm that focuses on special education while also having an online business, Ashely Barlow Company, that was established to empower parents and educators.  Follow Ashley Barlow Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleybarlowco/ Visit Ahley Barlow's website https://ashleybarlowco.com/links Listen to Ashley Barlow's podacst on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/special-education-advocacy-with-ashley-barlow/id1530453928  
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  Autism and potty training: Answering YOUR potty questions! 18.09.2024 24min

  I asked what YOUR questions were and I'm answering a few of them in this podcast episode. Subscribe to the podcast and/or follow me on Instagram (@Theautismconsultant) for more potty training advice!
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  Rob Gorski: Raising three young autistic adult children 11.09.2024 56min

  Our guest is Rob Gorski, father to three autistic children, who is sharing his journey through podcasting, blogging, and social media. You might know him as TheAutismDad online.  Rob's children are  in their early adult years so I wanted to hear from the perspective of a parent who is supporting young adult autistic children. Most of our listeners here are in the stage of raising younger children and I know they are excited to hear from someone who has been there, and done that.  Connect with Rob: https://www.instagram.com/theautismdad/ https://www.theautismdad.com  
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  Visual supports: where to start, avoid teaching compliance, using technology, and more! 01.07.2024 22min

  Molly recently presented on visual supports at The Autism Strong Conference in Charlotte, NC. This was a very interactive presentation with parent questions being asked throughout. Listen as she shares some parent questions and her response!
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  Improving sleep for children with ASD with Gabby Carmody 24.06.2024 43min

  Our guest on today's episode is Gabby Carmody, who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, licensed behavior analyst, and a certified behavioral sleep specialist. Gabby has been working in the field of special education for over 30 years in both Early intervention and preschool and is currently working with several public schools on training the district staff on implementation of behavioral strategies for students, as well as conducting parent support and training to address family goals and behavioral concerns within the home. In addition, Gabby is working to disseminate sleep information to families of children on the spectrum, including behaviors that can be improved to help support better sleep hygiene. She works with families to provide individualized support including sleep assessments, education on sleep, consultations, and teaching strategies designed to improve common behaviors around sleep. Links to follow and work with Gabby: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptight_gabby/ https://www.youtube.com/@gabriellecarmody https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bnn_ht2H6NiSu5OaWamdCxfDsAeVUrlW  
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  Using engaging visuals supports with Tara Phillips 10.06.2024 34min

  Our guest, Tara Phillips, is a speech/language pathologist who has worked with young autistic children for over 2 decades.  She founded Autism Little Learners in 2019 because it was difficult to find engaging resources for young autistic children.  Tara has always loved learning new and innovative ways to help her students and their families.   She now runs Autism Little Learners full-time.   Tara recently published a children's book titled "The Different Ways We Communicate", and offers courses and an online membership for educators and parents of young autistic children.     Where to find and connect with Tara:   Website: www.autismlittlelearners.com IG: www.instagram.com/autismlittlelearners FB: https://www.facebook.com/autismlittlelearners/ The Autism Little Learners Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-autism-little-learners-podcast/id1665404820   Free Visual Supports Starter Set: www.autismlittlelearners.com/visuals
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  Ready set connect with Jessie Ginsburg, the sensory SLP 03.06.2024 39min

  My guest Jessie Ginsburg is a sensory trained SLP, founder of a top rated pediatric clinic inLA, founder of the Inside Out sensory SLP certificate, and author of a top rated book. On top of being a mom to 4, Jessie is a leader in the field and changing the way therapists are supporting their autistic clients. This episode touches on addressing a child's sensory regulation needs, what it means to be neurodiversity affirming, letting go of parent guilt, and more.     Links: IG: @sensory.slp www.readysetconnectbook.com
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  Why we are using visual supports during potty training 20.05.2024 12min

  In this episode, Molly is describing the importance of presenting information to your child in a new way using visual supports. We can present information visually to your child during potty training to help improve the outcome.   If you are wanting Molly's support with potty training, join The Autism Consultant memberhsip! https://www.theautismconsultant.us/membership