How to Treat Autism? The Changes and Similarities After 25 Years
Dr. Mary Barbera reflects on 25 years of experience in treating autism and parenting a child with autism. The episode explores how to treat autism and significant changes in autism treatment over the years.
The Power of Gene Therapy: Unlocking Hope for Rett Syndrome and ASD
Dr. Mary Barbera and Monica Coenraads explore the potential of gene therapy to transform the lives of individuals with Rett Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
18 Month Old Not Talking? 5 Action Steps for Speech Delays
Many parents wonder: Is this just a speech delay—or something more? when their 18 month-old isn’t talking yet. Most speech delays in 18-month-olds and 2-year-olds respond best to simple, daily, child-friendly strategies you can start now. Talking is only one milestone—understanding, pointing, imitation, and cooperation matter just as much. Early action (NOT waiting) leads to […]
Speech Delay and Autism in Bilingual Toddlers; How Olga Helped Her Daughter
Olga’s daughter Allie was diagnosed with ASD when she was 22 months old. Olga found Mary’s course in the middle of the COVID pandemic, and her daughter had made significant progress. Now they are in the VB Bundle. They are a trilingual family.
ACT Therapy for Kids with Brian Middleton
Have you heard of ACT – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy? Brian Middleton, BCBA, Father, and neurodivergent human, joins me to share how he uses ACT for kids with autism, even those that are nonverbal and nonvocal.