Dr. Allison Kawa, a clinical psychologist and Director at the Los Angeles Center for Integrated Assessment, talks about understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the variety of challenges faced by different genders in terms of coping and diagnosis. She covers the common ways that ASD presents itself in males vs. females, and why dangerous misdiagnoses so often occur. Her broad areas of expertise include learning and processing differences, attention disorders, autism, and anxiety or mood issues. 

Courtney Harris, a pediatric occupational therapy specialist, discusses the signs and affects of various sensory processing disorders including self-regulation, attention, organization, impulse control, motor delays, and social skills. She shares her thoughts and insights on how to support those who are faced with these challenges to improve their quality of life, and help them surmount the issues they deal with on a daily basis. 

Avlyn Kotton, MA and BCET, shares her insights about the various learning differences, early detection, assistive technology and strategies to help students overcome the educational challenges they might be dealing with. She discusses warning signs to look out for, as well as resources that can assist a student to get the most out of their education. 

Claudia Wenger, BCBA, has supported the special needs community for over 25 years. In this episode, she shares her extensive knowledge about preparing for a successful transition from life in high school, to secondary education and beyond. She gives us greats tips about how to handle communication with the school, the right questions to ask, and the pitfalls to avoid. 

Arlene Bell has the unique perspective of being a special education attorney, special education teacher, and parent of a person with special needs. She discusses the importance of knowing when to engage the legal services of an expert and shares important information that every parent needs to know about their child’s rights and how to get them the services and education that they are entitled to. 

Dr. Jamie Barstein discusses the importance of addressing this often challenging and uncomfortable topic with our youth, and offers guidance and resources on best practices and approaches  for creating a safe, non-threatening environment for them to discuss and explore their feelings and questions.

Chris Eisenberg is a special education attorney who is dedicated to helping children with disabilities receive the educational services they deserve. He shares his insights on the importance of seeking the assistance of an attorney or advocate when needed, and what parents can do themselves to navigate the school system and ask the right questions.

Lindsay Recknell, speaker and mental health advocate, shares insights and tips on the power of hope and how to strengthen and empower ourselves in positive and uplifting ways. Her evidence-based methods have been used by individuals and corporations alike to increase motivation and transform lives. 

Dr. Marianne Cintron shares her unique approach to treating young people and others who deal with the challenge of dyslexia. She is the only educator using music in her reading program to effectively help students improve their reading skills at a profound rate.