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The NeuroAffirm Podcast

Speech Dude & Sensory SLP

We"re Jessie & Chris, an SLP couple from California with 5 boys and a passion for finding better ways to support Autistic kids. Join us weekly to learn neurodiversity affirming ways to strengthen social-emotional development and regulation in your Autistic students.

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Ep. 43: Sensory & the Scope of the SLP

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/03/09

If you have been around here long enough then you know how passionate Jessie is about SLPs using sensory strategies in their sessions. When we talk about SLPs using sensory strategies, we usually get a few common responses: "Is that in your scope of practice??" "That's what OTs do..." "Why should SLPs learn about sensory?" So today on Making the Shift, we're diving into Sensory and the Scope of the SLP. For information on Jessie's sensory trainings for SLPs & parents, visit

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Ep. 42: What Does Dysregulation Look Like?

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/03/02

We hear about dysregulation all the time...but what exactly does it look like? Today we're diving into 3 areas to consider when looking at a child's dysregulation.

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39:17

Ep. 41: Taking a Trauma Informed Approach Ft....

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/02/23

Let's talk about Trauma Informed Care. Trauma-informed care shifts the focus from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”A trauma-informed approach to care acknowledges that health care organizations and care teams need to have a complete picture of a client/child's life situation — past and present — in order to provide effective health care services. But what does that look like for SLPs? What type of providers do parents need to look for? We sat down with The Trauma Informed

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Ep. 40: Let's Talk About Autistic Gender Identity &...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/02/16

This week we're doing a backwards spin on Valentine's Day - let's talk about challenging social constructs when it comes to gender identity. This episode we are joined by Lyric Rivera is a trans-nonbinary, pansexual, polyamorous Autistic person who runs the internationally recognized Neurodivergent Rebel blog & Youtube Channel. Lyric is also the Owner of NeuroDivergent Consulting, and author of the best-selling business ethics book, Workplace NeuroDiversity Rising, praised in Forbes as

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Ep. 39: Supporting Gestalt Language Processors ft....

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/02/09

Let's talk about language development. For years we've operated under the assumption that there is one way to develop language. But new research is showing there is actually another way to develop language. It's called Gestalt Language Development. This week on Making the Shift we are excited to have Alex Zachos from Meaningful Speech join us to talk about gestalt language processing. Alex is an SLP, a business owner, a wife, and a mom who is committed to learning and growing as a

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Ep. 38: Busting 5 Common Autism Myths

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/02/02

"Autism is a disease that needs to be cured"... incorrect. "Autism only occurs in boys"... untrue. There are so many common misconceptions about autism out there. And despite all the research to debunk these myths, they still persist. So this week on Making the Shift, Chris and I are going to sit down and bust 5 common autism myths.

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Ep. 37: Parenting an Autistic Child Ft. SLP Cari Ebert

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/01/26

This week on Making the Shift we are honored to have Cari Ebert join us to talk about parenting an Autistic child. Cari Ebert, M.S., CCC-SLP is a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist in private practice in the Kansas City, Missouri area. She has found her niche working exclusively with young children ages birth to five and their families. She's also a parent of an autistic child. This allows her to see things not only as a professional but also as a parent. On this episode, we're

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Ep. 36: Why We Should Step Away from Functioning...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/01/19

Autistic Adults have long spoken out against the harm caused by functioning labels like “severe autism” or “low-functioning” autism. Imagine if we described neurotypical individuals this way. Are you mildly or severely neurotypical? Autism is a neurotype. Using terms like mildly or severely autistic does not give us any information on that child's needs or the support we can provide. This week on Making the Shift, Chris and I are going to talk about the reasons we should step away from

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Ep. 35: Living Your Best Sensory Life Ft. OT Dr....

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/01/12

This week on Making the Shift we have a super special guest…. (drumroll please).... Dr. Winnie Dunn!! Dr. Winnie Dunn is a Distinguished Professor of the Department of Occupational Therapy Education at the University of Missouri and the author of the Sensory Profile. She is an internationally known expert for her studies about sensory processing in everyday life. On this episode, we're discussing... ✔ How Dr. Winnie Dunn got her start and her work on sensation patterns... ✔ How sensation

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Ep. 34: Five Ways to Boost Team Collaboration in the...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2023/01/05

On this episode, we'll explore... ✔ The importance of working together as a team to help children meet their goals... ✔ Why we should focus on team collaboration... ✔ Our 5 tips for boosting team collaboration... ✔ And more... For tickets to our upcoming Making the Shift Virtual Seminar, click here: https://asdinsideout.mykajabi.com/making-the-shift

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Ep. 33: How to Support PDAers

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/12/23

PDA stands for Pathological Demand Avoidance OR more affirming term Persistent Drive for Autonomy. On this episode, we'll cover... ✔ What is Persistent Drive for Autonomy? ✔ Tips for identifying PDA ✔ Our best strategies for working with kids with PDA ✔ And more... The term persistent drive for autonomy was coined by Harry Thompson who is a PDA autistic adult, educator, and author of the PDA Paradox.

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Ep. 32: Starting the Self-Regulation Conversation

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/12/16

In this episode, we'll cover: ✔ How self-regulation develops ✔ Simple ways to talk to kids about their regulation ✔ The most effective visual tools you can use ✔ Must-know tips before having this conversation with kids Grab the Energy Meter here: https://www.autismlevelup.com/#tools

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Ep. 31: Everything You Need To Know About Stimming

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/12/08

On this episode, we'll cover... ✔ What exactly is stimming? ✔ Why stimming happens ✔ The benefits of stimming ✔ And words of advice from Autistic friends and colleagues...

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Ep. 30: Everyday Regulation Tips to Improve...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/12/02

In this episode, we'll talk about: ✔ How regulation, engagement, and communication interrelate ✔ Why we should be focusing on regulation ✔ Our favorite tips to support regulation ✔ And more... Jessie's Sensory Certificate Course for SLPs is OPEN for enrollment. If you are an SLP or SLPA and want to get specialized sensory training, visit www.sensoryslp.com to enroll.

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Ep. 29: Writing Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Goals

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/11/17

The number ONE question Chris and I are asked weekly is... "How do I write neurodiversity affirming goals for my autistic students?" Watch the show to discover our favorite ND affirming goals for therapy. In this episode, we'll talk about: ✔ How to write neurodiversity affirming goals ✔ What to do when we inherit goals that are not ND affirming ✔ Suggestions for ND affirming goals for different age groups ✔ And more... To learn more about Chris's ND Affirming IEP Course with a list of

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Ep. 28: How to Make Your Evaluations More...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/11/11

We know that standardized tests aren't truly a reflection of students' skills and abilities. Standardized tests are so stressful to administer, overwhelming to interpret, and after all that blood, sweat, and yes sometimes, tears, we put into the report - we’re not actually left with information that is relevant and valuable in developing our goals. But what can we do? How do we accurately report our students' skills and abilities if our assessments aren't providing that information? This is

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Ep. 27: Top 10 Neurodiversity Affirming Ways to...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/11/03

When you are making the shift to neurodiversity affirming practices, you can feel like a tiny fish swimming upstream against the sharks... You might be thinking, There's gotta be a better way! And luckily, there is... In this episode, Jessie is sharing her top 10 ND affirming ways to support Autistic kids. Want to know exactly where to start and prioritize your time when it comes to ND affirming practices? In this episode, we'll talk about: ✔ The ND paradigm as a gateway to your kids'

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Ep. 26: How to Talk to Kids About Autism ft Mrs....

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/10/27

No autistic child should feel like there is something wrong with them. Autism isn’t bad or wrong - it’s a difference in how the brain thinks, communicates, and learns. We need to help kids understand different brains. However, doing so in a positive and inclusive manner can sometimes be very challenging. That is why on this week’s episode of Making the Shift, we are inviting Andi Putt (also known as Mrs. Speechie P) to join us as we discuss how to talk to kids about autism. Visit

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Ep. 25: Your Biggest Sensory Questions Answered

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/10/20

Today Jessie is answering your biggest sensory questions! Today we're talking about 1) what to do when colleagues don't support using sensory strategies/an ND affirming approach, 2) how to help sensory seekers, 3) supporting emotional regulation, and 4) Jessie's favorite sensory equipment!

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Ep. 24: Fill Your Cup and Bring Your "A" Game

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2022/10/13

"Hair on fire" days are nothing new. It can be really hard to consistently bring enough energy, the right energy, or the ability to maintain your own energy into every session when life is being — life. But what if there are some ways you can consistently boost your energy and be more effective for your kids? In this episode, we're going to give you some of our go-to strategies and routines that help us "keep our cup" full for our kids and boost our effectiveness as therapists.

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