Autism Knows No Borders

How can professionals in the school setting work together to improve student outcomes?

Sasha Long has a unique perspective, given her experience on both sides of collaborative efforts. Listen to her ideas on how to improve collaboration between teachers and specialists.

Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you!

This conversation with Sasha Long was originally released on October 8, 2020.

Would you like to hear Sasha Long talk about common challenges teachers face and ways to empower paraprofessionals in the classroom? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Classroom Tips and Strategies from The Autism Helper, with Sasha Long | TBT

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Discover what’s possible when you mix your own batter. 

Why are so many autistic females late-diagnosed?

If you’ve ever asked this question yourself, listen to Olivia Hops, a late-diagnosed Autistic Self-Advocate and YouTuber from California, explain some of the possible reasons.

Among other things, we discuss:

• Olivia’s journey of being diagnosed with autism at age 24
• The underdiagnosis of females on the spectrum
• Some ways in which Olivia masked while growing up
• How autism affects her daily life
• Building a business as an autistic adult

To learn more about Olivia Hops and her work, please visit https://oliviahops.org/.

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This episode is part one of our conversation with Olivia Hops, which was originally released on March 3, 2022. 

Olivia is the owner of Unbaked Bar, an online edible cookie dough shop, and her mission is to help autistic adults become successful business owners. She also uses her YouTube channel to spread awareness of how autism presents differently for females. 

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Do social interactions sometimes feel like they come with an unwritten rulebook you never received?

Listen to these tips from Eren Niederhoffer, an Autistic Self-Advocate, community networker, and public speaker. 

Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you!

This conversation with Eren Niederhoffer was originally released on June 27, 2024.

Would you like to hear Eren talk about how to establish safe social environments? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Networking and Friendship Circles | Part 2 with Eren Niederhoffer

Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism.

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Discover what’s possible when you dare to be self-aware.

Do you find it difficult to develop authentic relationships?

This episode is part two of my conversation with Paul Micallef. He talks about the importance of listening and self-awareness when managing relationships.

Among other things, we discuss:

• Why it’s important to teach emotional intelligence
• Navigating neurodivergent relationships
• Disclosing your autism vs. keeping it private
• The need to change people’s perceptions about autism
• Misconceptions about autism
• The Double Empathy Problem
• Tips for autistic people who are struggling to build relationships

To learn more about Paul Micallef and his work, please visit autismfromtheinside.com.au.

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This conversation with Paul Micallef was originally released on September 15, 2022. 

A former aerospace engineer with a passion for teaching, Paul Micallef publishes videos about autism on his YouTube channel Autism From The Inside. He also offers an autism-friendly online course on emotional intelligence, as well as relationship coaching for autistic people and their loved ones. 

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Do you want to help your autistic teen transition into adulthood?

Listen to these tips from Robert Schmus, an Autistic Self-Advocate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and blogger for The Mighty. As a therapist, he provides individual and group sessions at a residential home for adolescents with autism and other co-occurring diagnoses. 

Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you!

This conversation with Robert Schmus was originally released on July 22, 2021.

Would you like to hear Robert talk about how to help autistic people find jobs? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Transitioning into Adulthood, with Robert Schmus

Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism.

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Discover what’s possible when you dare to be self-aware.

Do you struggle with regulating your emotions? 

Stick around and listen to Paul Micallef, an Autistic Self-Advocate and YouTuber from Australia, share how he learned emotional intelligence and understood himself, and others, better. 

Among other things, we discuss:

• Paul discovering his autism
• Ways in which he feels misunderstood
• What made Paul decide drastically change his appearance
• Masking and burnout
• Misconceptions about autism
• How to read subtle social cues and understand mixed messages
• The importance of developing self-awareness and regulating emotions
• How to manage relationships

To learn more about Paul Micallef and his work, please visit autismfromtheinside.com.au.

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This conversation with Paul Micallef was originally released on September 15, 2022. 

A former aerospace engineer with a passion for teaching, Paul Micallef publishes videos about autism on his YouTube channel Autism From The Inside. He also offers an autism-friendly online course on emotional intelligence, as well as relationship coaching for autistic people and their loved ones. 

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Are you a clinician looking to improve your practice?

Dr. Megan DeLeon, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the founder of the Do Better Movement, a professional development initiative for behavior analysts aimed at developing humane, culturally-informed, and compassionate interventions, talks about how behavior analysts can do better in the areas of early intervention and addressing challenging behaviors.

Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you!

This conversation with Dr. Megan DeLeon was originally released on November 12, 2020.

Would you like to hear Megan talk about how to improve collaboration with parents or other professionals and provide services with compassion? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

The Do Better Movement, with Dr. Megan DeLeon | TBT

Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism.

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Discover what’s possible when you listen to autistic voices.

Do you want to learn how you can better support your autistic friends, family members, or co-workers?

Terra Vance is the founder of NeuroClastic, an autistic-led non-profit organization that publishes articles by autistic writers and professionals advocating for autistic representation and human rights. Kate Jones is an artist and visual designer at NeuroClastic.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why some autistic people are against ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) 
• How to teach neurotypical children to interact with autistic peers
• Utilizing special interests to optimize learning
• Collectivism and interdependence as crucial for supporting autistic people
• Advice for non-autistics on how to be better allies to the autistic community

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This conversation with Terra Vance & Kate Jones was originally released on October 7, 2021.

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Has your child recently been diagnosed with autism? Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed with exploring what services are available?

Kathryn Peterson, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the Founder of 2 Steps Forward Consulting, a company offering early-intervention coaching to help parents navigate the system, shares what to look for in a service provider and how parents can collaborate in setting and prioritizing goals.

Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you!

This conversation with Kathryn Peterson was originally released on March 29, 2024.

Would you like to hear what the autism-diagnosis process typically looks like for parents, from recognizing early signs in their children to receiving services? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Your Child Has Received an Autism Diagnosis, Now What? | Part 1 with Kathryn Petersen

Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism.

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Discover what’s possible when communication breaks down both ways.

Do you ever feel misunderstood?

Terra Vance is the founder of NeuroClastic, an autistic-led non-profit organization that publishes articles by autistic writers and professionals advocating for autistic representation and human rights. Kate Jones is an artist and visual designer at NeuroClastic.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Damien Milton’s theory, ‘The Double Empathy Problem’
• Why Terra and Kate don’t feel the need to uphold hierarchies and the status quo
• How autistic people show empathy differently from non-autistic people
• How abstract communication can be confusing and lead to misunderstandings

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This conversation with Terra Vance & Kate Jones was originally released on October 7, 2021.

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