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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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All Episodes

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Ep. 106 Supporting Parents Facing Burnout Hosted by...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/11/06

In this episode, we'll dive into strategies to prevent and address parental burnout, explore self-care practices that actually work, and share ways to build a supportive network for families.Hosted by Celina Wright & Casey Mouton, both clinicians and parents of disabled children, this episode will give you actionable insights you can use right away. On this episode, you'll learn: How to recognize the signs of parent burnout Simple, realistic ways parents can recharge without

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Ep. 105 Using AI to Build Connections with Your...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/10/30

In this quick tip show, Chris, aka Speech Dude, will dive into how SLPs can use ChatGPT to save time, generate creative therapy ideas, and support neurodiversity-affirming practices.Whether you’re curious about AI or looking for practical ways to integrate it into your sessions, this episode is packed with insights and demos you can start using immediately. Want to learn more about using AI in your therapy? Click here to catch the replay of Chris's free webinar: ChatGPT for SLPs

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Ep. 104 Why We Shouldn't Eliminate Echolalia Hosted...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/10/23

Want to learn more about supporting language development in autistic trainings? Catch trainings with Melanie & Jessie inside the NeuroAffirm Therapy Academy: http://neuroaffirmacademy.com/ Today we're talking about how to decode the meaning behind repeated phrases and understand what autistic kids are really trying to say. “What if the words we’ve been trying to quiet are actually the ones we need to hear most?” On this episode of the NeuroAffirm Show, we're diving into echolalia and

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Ep. 103 Sensory-Based Halloween Activities for Your...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/10/16

Get all of these activities in our NeuroAffirm Academy! https://neuroaffirmacademy.com/ Learn how to design sensory-friendly Halloween sessions that build regulation and language. Are you overwhelmed trying to plan fun, themed sensory activities? This week on our live show, we’re diving into sensory-friendly Halloween sessions that actually work. Join us to learn how to plan ready-to-use, neuroaffirming activities that keep kids regulated, engaged, and having fun! And walk away with

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Ep. 102 The Truth About Early Intervention & Autism

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/10/09

To get our "When to Refer" packet, plus tons of trainings, monthly live calls, and an incredible community, join us in the NeuroAffirm Academy: https://neuroaffirmacademy.com/ Did you know that only 15% of autistic preschoolers receive early intervention before age 2? That number should shock us all. Because the truth is, early intervention changes everything. Every $1 invested in early intervention saves between $7 and $17 later in educational and social costs. But beyond money, it’s

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Ep. 101 The Power of Strengths and Advocacy Ft....

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2025/10/03

Want a Strengths Assessment you can use with your clients - the kind of tool that helps families and teachers focus on possibilities instead of limits?Join the NeuroAffirm Academy to get the brand new Strengths Assessment we just released! https://www.neuroaffirmacademy.com/ We're so excited to welcome Autistic Adult Kyle Manske to the show! When Kyle was three, schools and doctors told his mom he had just a 5% chance of finishing high school. He was diagnosed with autism, hearing loss,

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Ep. 100 NeuroAffirming Goal Writing Masterclass +...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Do you feel stuck with writing neurodiversity affirming goals that actually work in practice?Then tune in for this special goal writing masterclass! On this episode, we're diving into: ✔️ How to align goals with a child’s authentic communication style. ✔️ Why traditional goals often backfire and how to reframe them. ✔️ A powerful framework for writing goals rooted in access and advocacy. ✔️ Real-life examples you can apply right away. ✔️ And more! Want to learn more about writing

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[Bonus Episode] Neurodiversity Affirming Ways to...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/04/12

Are you ready to transform your speech sessions with your autistic clients?On the final day of the Sensory Mini Course for SLPs we're focusing on preventing dysregulation before it starts—in a way that is neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based. In this episode, we'll explore: ✔️ Proactive strategies that honor a child’s sensory and emotional needs. ✔️Practical tools to create a supportive, regulation-friendly environment for the kids you work with. ✔️Real tips and advice from a

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61:32

[Bonus Episode] Proactive Sensory Strategies For Your...

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2025/04/11

Are you ready to transform your speech sessions with your autistic clients? Day 2 of the Sensory Mini Course for SLPs is all on sensory strategies for your speech sessions. In this episode, we’re diving into: ✔️How to use sensory strategies effectively in speech sessions (without turning you into an OT). ✔️The 2 types of kids who benefit from sensory strategies —those who needsensory input throughout the entire session and those who need sensory activities strategically dispersed. ✔️How to

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56:25

[Bonus Episode] Supporting Kids With Challenging...

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2025/04/10

Are you ready to transform your speech sessions with your autistic clients? This special bonus episode kicks off our Sensory Mini Course for SLPs — and it’s all about a topic we get asked about constantly: how to support “challenging” behavior through a neuroaffirming lens. In this episode, we’ll break down: ✔️ Why kids struggle with regulation using the iceberg analogy—because behavior is just the tip of the iceberg! ✔️ The hidden causes of dysregulation, from sensory processing challenges

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Ep. 99 The Brain Science Behind Communication

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/04/03

Why "Just Use Your Words" Doesn't Work... and What to Do Instead!Tell me if this sounds familiar... You’re working with a neurodivergent student, and then suddenly, they shut down. Their words? Gone. They can’t communicate, and you’re left thinking, “What happened?!” Maybe you prompted them to just tell you using their words... but nothing happened. Sound familiar? Here’s the reality - dysregulation doesn’t just make communication harder, it completely shuts it down. Expecting kids to just

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Ep. 98 Neurodiversity & the Autism Cure Debate

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2025/03/27

There’s a debate that keeps popping up in autism conversations, often whispered like a secret..."But what about autistic people who suffer? Shouldn’t they have the option to remove their autistic traits?” It’s a question rooted in misunderstanding. And it’s time to set the record straight. On this episode, we're diving into: ✔️ Why the autism “cure” narrative is harmful and how it negatively impacts autistic individuals. ✔️ How to differentiate between autism and co-occurring conditions ✔️

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Ep. 97 Autism, ADHD, or Both? Understanding the Key...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/03/20

Autism vs. ADHD: What’s the Difference?Is it ADHD? Is it autism? Or both?! So many parents, educators, and even professionals struggle to tell them apart. And no wonder - there’s a LOT of overlap! But understanding the key differences is essential for supporting our neurodivergent kids in the best way possible. On this episode, we're diving into: ✔️ The core traits of ADHD & autism (and why they get confused) ✔️ Where they overlap—executive functioning, sensory processing, social

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Ep. 96 When to Desensitize vs Accommodate Sensory Needs

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2025/03/13

Are we expecting kids to “tough it out”… when they really need support? If you’ve ever wondered whether you should help a child adjust to sensory challenges or adjust the environment to support them, you’re not alone. Sensory overwhelm, meltdowns, and shutdowns aren’t random—they’re a direct response to an environment that isn’t working for a neurodivergent brain. But how do we actually create spaces that feel safe and supportive? That’s exactly what we’re tacklingon this episode of Making

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Ep. 95 Why High & Low Functioning Labels Are Harmful

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2025/03/06

"But they seem so high-functioning…"That one phrase has left countless Autistic individuals without the support they desperately need. Meanwhile, those labeled “low-functioning” often have their autonomy dismissed before they even get a chance to show what they’re capable of. These labels? They don’t help—they harm. They misrepresent abilities, erase real struggles, and hold back progress in education, therapy, and everyday life. On this episode of Making the Shift, we’re talking why it's

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Ep. 94 How to Help Autistic Children with their Emotions

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2025/02/27

Have you ever wondered why some kids struggle to understand their own emotions?The answer might be in their interoception—the body’s hidden sense that helps us recognize hunger, thirst, pain, and even emotions. On this episode of Making the Shift, we’re diving into how interoception affects emotional awareness and expression. Whether you’re a parent, therapist, or educator, this episode will help you learn how to help children connect their body signals to emotions for better

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Ep. 93 Four Powerful Strategies to Support Emotional...

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/02/20

Big emotions can feel overwhelming—for kids and adults. Here’s the thing: emotional regulation isn’t just about the child—it starts with YOU. On this episode, we're diving into: ✔️ Why your emotional state impacts theirs—and how regulating yourself first helps kids regulate, too. ✔️ The secret to helping kids feel safe before addressing behavior with simple co-regulation techniques that work in tough moments. ✔️ Proactive sensory tools to prevent dysregulation before it starts. ✔️ How to

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Ep. 92 Eye Contact & Autism: Do's & Don'ts

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/01/30

Join us for the upcoming free live week long event full of neurodiversity affirming strategies for SLPs: https://www.sensoryslp.com/the-speech-shift On this episode of Making the Shift, we’re tackling something BIG: eye contact. We’ve all seen goals like: ✔️ Look for three seconds ✔️ Make eye contact 5 times in a 3-minute period ✔️ Display appropriate social skills, like eye contact, during conversation But should we be teaching eye contact for autistic kids? Is it ever okay to write eye

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Ep. 91 What Are Signs of Autism in Toddlers?

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2025/01/23

On this week's episode of Making the Shift, we’re talking about common Autistic characteristics—and we’re not calling them red flags!No doom-and-gloom, no labels—just real, relatable traits we see every day in our clinic. Whether you're a parent or a therapist, this show will help you understand those early signs of autism. On this episode, we're diving into: ✔️ Communication differences in Autistic Kids ✔️ Understanding sensory preferences ✔️ Recognizing social-emotional Differences ✔️

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Ep. 90 Extreme Makeover: Sensory Gym Edition

The NeuroAffirm Podcast ·

2024/12/20

What if you could create the ultimate sensory gym for your clinic—one that’s fun, functional, and tailored to your space?On this episode of Making the Shift, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our brand-new sensory gym. You’ll hear all about the process, the tools we used, and the vision that brought it all together! We're diving into: ✔️The planning and challenges we faced, like designing without wooden beams. ✔️Must-have sensory tools like ninja rings, swings, tunnels, and stepping

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