Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio

Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio

Welcome to Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio, featuring viewpoints and insights about autism for parents and professionals who support children with autism every day. We select our speakers and guests based on their expertise and experience in the field of autism, and we want this program to bring you fresh ideas, practical tips and renewed hope. The ideas and opinions expressed on this program are not necessarily the viewpoint of Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health.

Episodes

June 12, 2024 43 mins
Dr. Holmes discusses promoting safety and independence for young adults on the autism spectrum. Brody Swift and Julie O'Connor are OTRs with Springbrook Behavioral Health and they walk you through skills that are needed for young adults on the spectrum to live as independently as possible whether it is outside of the home or if they need to remain at home. Helping your young adult achieve autonomy, competence, and relatedness are k...
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oin Kristin and Angel Wilson as they discuss her work in the Autism field as an educator and infant and toddler developmental specialist. 

The Four A's of Autism are: Awareness, Acceptance, Affirmation and Advocacy.

Angel Wilson, M.S., after 15 years in the autism field, she had pretty much done it all. From Therapist, to Developmental Specialist, Supervisor, Trainer, Assessor, Interventionist, she learned and saw a LOT. What she not...
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May 31, 2024 66 mins
Today we talk about a few topics: Autobiographical memory, developing a sense of self, motivation, and neuroplasticity in the autistic brain. Dr. Hull's research on video gaming is part of his strategies with his clients on the spectrum.

The blogs I mention today are found on his website.

Dr. Kevin Hull owns and operates Hull and Associates, P.A. a private practice in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Hull is a licensed counselor who has worked...
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May 26, 2024 56 mins
Join Kristin from Mental Health News Radio for a discusion with Jana M. Smith about emotional dysregulation and the effect this has on those of us on the Autism spectrum.

More about Jana at www.janamsmith.com.
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Get ready to dive into the world of parenting a child with autism, as we follow Adrienne John’s journey and the challenges she faces. From sensory issues to energy regulation, Adrienne’s son’s unique interests and struggles will keep you on the edge of your seat. Just when she thought she had found a solution, a new challenge arose, leaving her questioning what to do next.

Adrienne John, a dedicated zookeeper and mother, shares her ...
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May 13, 2024 42 mins
Dr. Stephanie interviews Rosemarie Griffin about her workshop on joint attention. Joint attention is an essential skill for clinicians, teachers, and parents to address for the autistic child/student.
Joint attention involves shared attention between at least 2 people on an object or even with both people knowing they are attending to the same entity.

More about Rose Griffin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abaspeech/
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May 11, 2024 42 mins
Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes and Dr. Donna Berghauser as they discuss the different types of autism evaluations across the lifespan of individuals.
  1. When do you need a full psychological evaluation?
  2. When might you only need an autism assessment?
Tune in as they chat during the annual Converge Autism conference!
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April 29, 2024 34 mins
Dr. Holmes discusses key points to de-escalation with Jonas Cooper, MSW. De-escalating challenging behaviors or big emotions is a critical skill for both the student/child and adults! Becoming confident and regulated with these skills is helpful.

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Dan Holmes and "Just the Guys" talk about spring and summer sensory issues as adults on the autism spectrum. It can be very helpful to understand sensory issues by hearing what adults on the spectrum have found to work around sensory issues for themselves or children as the season changes.

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April 11, 2024 47 mins
Dr. Mary Jones joins Dr. Stephanie Holmes to discuss her topic as a speaker for Springbrook's Converge Autism Conference. The topic was on Implicit Bias and How it Contributes to Delayed Diagnoses of Autism in Black and Other Minority Youths. Today Dr. Stephanie discusses some of the key points of Dr. Mary's workshop. Dr. Mary shares how the clinician's bias may keep children of color from proper diagnosis and access to resources. ...
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Join the CEO of Mental Health News Radio Network, Kristin Walker, (where the Converge Autism podcast started) as she shares her newly received Autism 1 diagnosis. Dr. Stephanie Holmes sits down for a very personal and raw interview with Kristin. This is a behind the scenes of what so many women are discovering and often later in life about their Neurodivergence.

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March 22, 2024 66 mins
Today we talk about a few topics: Autobiographical memory, developing a sense of self, motivation, and neuroplasticity in the autistic brain. Dr. Hull's research on video gaming is part of his strategies with his clients on the spectrum.

Dr. Kevin Hull owns and operates Hull and Associates, P.A. a private practice in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Hull is a licensed counselor who has worked with children and adolescents and their families o...
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March 20, 2024 34 mins
Uncover the unexpected truth about autistic burnout and its impact on individuals in a revealing conversation with Larissa Minner. Learn how societal changes and individual strategies can prevent burnout and lead to a more inclusive world. Stay tuned to discover the eye-opening insights that challenge what you thought you knew about autism and burnout.

Growing up as a neurodivergent individual, Larissa Minner's journey to understand...
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Join Jeremy Rochford and host, Kristin Walker, as they discuss his new podcast, his coaching, his comedy, and both their journey's on the Autism Spectrum.

Jeremy Rochford is a later in life diagnosed Autistic/ADHD’r who is raising two Neurodivergent Children with his “NT” wife Charity. Through guest interviews and “Team Rochford,” you’ll hear firsthand the challenges and benefits of being on the spectrum as well as practical advice ...
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March 4, 2024 56 mins
Join Dr. Stephanie and Dr. Peter Vermeulen for a discussion about happiness, well-being regulation, and dealing with stress.

Peter is the founder, director, CEO, lecturer, consultant, website developer, and secretary. Occasionally, Peter even does the cleaning of the office of Autism in Context, the senior Autism lecturer and consultant for Autisme Centraal, and the Chief Editor of “Sterk in Autisme!”, a bimonthly magazine of Autis...
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Join us for Part 2!

A lot more people are realizing well into their 50s, 60s, and even older that they are on the Autism spectrum. Today Dr. Stephanie and Dan interview 2 retired couples and speak to their new stage in life as empty nesters.

We have four guests with us. Carol and Greg are newly retired. You may recognize Greg’s voice, who has been on several of our Just the Guys segments. Greg is 63 and retired after a 35-year career...
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A lot more people are realizing well into their 50s, 60s, and even older that they are on the Autism spectrum. Today Dr. Stephanie and Dan interview 2 retired couples and speak to their new stage in life as empty nesters.

We have four guests with us. Carol and Greg are newly retired. You may recognize Greg’s voice, who has been on several of our Just the Guys segments. Greg is 63 and retired after a 35-year career as a consulting ge...
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Join Kristin and Dr. Mary Jones (from the Dr. Mary Show) as they discuss Autism advocacy with Dr. Dr. Morénike Giwa Onaiwu. Dr. Morénike (she/they) is a global advocate, educator, disabled person of color, non-binary woman, and parent in a neurodiverse, multicultural, twice-exceptional serodifferent biological and adoptive family. A prolific writer and social scientist/activist whose work focuses on intersectional justice, meaningf...
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January 30, 2024 59 mins
Step into the world of Heather Florio, as she unveils the unexpected twist that shaped her journey of self-acceptance. A twist that shattered her belief that something was inherently wrong with her, and instead revealed the beauty of her unique neurodiversity. Brace yourself for a tale of resilience, as Heather shares the captivating story of how she found solace in the pages of books and used her insatiable thirst for knowledge to...
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January 25, 2024 34 mins
Join Emily and Reid for an indepth discussion about Autism and the Land Down Under!

Emily Bourke MLC the Assistant Minister for Autism in Australia, Emily holds a unique position as the only individual in the world dedicated solely to advocating for the autistic and autism community within the government. Elected to the Upper House in the South Australian Parliament in 2018, Emily has been actively involved in formulating and implem...
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