Discover how Hart 4 Autism is making a difference in the lives of families seeking autism assessments and support. In this insightful episode of Helping Families Go Beyond, we sit down with Dr. Kerri Duncan, who has conducted hundreds of evaluations, helping parents navigate the journey with clarity and confidence.
Learn about the ADOS assessment process, why early diagnosis matters, and how families can access the right resources—plus, debunk common myths about autism diagnoses.
If you’re a parent, educator, or advocate looking for trusted guidance, this episode is a must-listen! Visit BeyondTheSpectrum.org for more resources.
Visit Hart 4 Autism’s website: www.hart4autism.com
Kerri's email: hart4autism2017@gmail.com
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introducing Dr. Kerri Duncan Founder of Hart 4 Autism & School updates
(02:15) Starting Hart 4 Autism
(05:40) Advice for adults who are seeking a diagnosis
(09:40) What is the ADOS assessment process?
(13:40) Advice for families searching for an ABA Therapy provider
(16:30) Benefits of parent training
(18:00) How can we be supportive of families who recently get the diagnosis?
(22:30) How do you address the misunderstanding that Autism needs to be “fixed”?
(25:00) Real-life story - Making friends and living independently
(29:05) Advice for someone pursuing this career?
(32:55) How can people reach out to you?
(36:25) Final advice
Join us every month for a new episode of Helping Families Go Beyond. Visit beyondthespectrum.org for more information.
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