Sensory Issues and Autism: The Top 5 Questions You Have, Answered
Dr. Mary Barbera and Kelsey General tackle the top five questions about sensory issues in children with autism.
Autism Marriage Counseling: The Struggles Parents of Children with Autism Face
Is autism, or signs of autism, putting stress on your marriage? This episode is a lecture I prepared for a conference for marriage counselors. I talk about my journey through the diagnosis and why my husband and I started counseling. This is helpful information for parents who are considering counseling or even as a resource for professionals who might recommend counseling to their clients’ caregivers.
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 […]