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Stories from the Spectrum with Amy Gravino and Special Guest Dr. Peter Gerhardt

The Autism Network Podcastathon Hour 41

Autism Sexuality Advocate and Relationship Coach Amy Gravino talks with Dr. Peter Gerhardt.

Stories from the Spectrum with Amy Gravino and Special Guest Dr. Peter Gerhardt

Ms. Gravino obtained her Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Caldwell University in 2010 and currently serves on the Boards of Directors of Yes She Can, Inc. and the Golden Door International Film Festival of Jersey City, as well as the Scientific Advisory Board of Simons Foundation Powering Autism Research (SPARK). She is an award-winning writer who has co-authored a chapter on autism and sexuality in the Handbook of Quality of Life for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and her work has been featured in Spectrum, the leading online news source for autism research, and other outlets. Visit www.amygravino.com to learn more.

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Stories from the Spectrum with Amy Gravino

The Autism Network Podcastathon Hour 17

Autism Consultant and Professional Speaker Amy Gravino hosts this very special hour. Amy shares candid information about being an adult woman on the spectrum.

In this very special hour Amy Gravino shares anecdotes about her life and experiences.

Amy Gravino, M.A., is an autism sexuality advocate and Relationship Coach in the Center for Adult Autism Services at Rutgers University. She is also the President of A.S.C.O.T Consulting, which offers autism consulting, college coaching, and mentoring services for organizations, schools, individuals on the autism spectrum, and their families. Amy is an international speaker who has given TED talks, spoken twice at the United Nations for World Autism Awareness Day, and presented worldwide to audiences on a variety of topics related to autism, with a dedicated special focus and research on the subject of autism and sexuality. Ms. Gravino obtained her Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Caldwell University in 2010 and currently serves on the Boards of Directors of Yes She Can, Inc. and the Golden Door International Film Festival of Jersey City, as well as the Scientific Advisory Board of Simons Foundation Powering Autism Research (SPARK).

She is an award-winning writer who has co-authored a chapter on autism and sexuality in the Handbook of Quality of Life for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and her work has been featured in Spectrum, the leading online news source for autism research, and other outlets. Visit www.amygravino.com to learn more

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Financial Literacy for Special Needs Families | Just Two Dads

Dads Shawn Francis and Brian Altounian discuss the launch of their Men’s Group for men who are caregivers or partners to those with special needs & why such a group or space is important. Additionally the dads discuss why financial literacy is important to special needs families & basic ingredients of a plan should consist of.
Dads Shawn Francis and Brian Altounian discuss the launch of their Men’s Group for men who are caregivers or partners to those with special needs & why such a group or space is important. Additionally the dads discuss why financial literacy is important to special needs families & basic ingredients of a plan should consist of.
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Shawn Francis
Originally from St. Thomas United States, Virgin Islands, Shawn Francis is a dedicated husband, and a father to 7 children.. 2 of which (ages 28 and 31) are daughters from his wife’s previous marriage, 4 of which (two boys and two girls, ages 18-22) are his sister-in-law’s biological children whom he and his wife Laura became legal guardians to over a decade ago and completed the adoption process four years ago, and one of which is his 16-year-old biological son who was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. He has nearly two decades and a half of experience serving and educating families about their finances. Shawn has served as a member of the Autism Parents Advisory Board at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and as a volunteer Ambassador with Autism Speaks. Just over 5 years ago, he decided to focus a portion of his business on serving other families with members who have special needs. He is the co-creator & co-host of the weekly podcast, Just Two dads, which spotlights those who serve the special needs community and beyond as well as those who serve as an inspiration to all. He lives in Los Angeles, California.
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Brian Altounian
Brian Altounian has more than 34 years of experience in the entertainment and technology industries. He has served as a C-level executive for a number of companies and has had much success helping early-stage ventures raise capital and pursue exit strategies such as acquisitions and going-public initiatives. In the entertainment industry, he has served as a Producer, Executive Producer, Co-Producer of a number of television and film projects, including COWBOYS & ALIENS, AUDREY, LOST IN WOONSOCKET, and “Random 1”.
His greatest pride & joy is being a father to three children including a 27-year-old daughter who was diagnosed with Apraxia, Microcephaly and Developmental Delays at the age of 18 months, but who, despite being told all of the “normal” life experiences she would miss out on, is now married, a step mother, and a middle-school teacher (just SOME of the things that her Dr. said she would never be able to do.) Brian’s second daughter is 23, graduated college with honors and is now living and working in the tech industry in Israel. Brian also has 15-year-old son who is a sophomore in high school and who was recently diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease, further rooting Brian to the community of special needs and the medically complex.
After entering the financial services industry over 8 years ago educating and serving families about wealth maximization and financial independence. Just over 7 years ago, he decided to focus a portion of his business on serving families with members who have special needs. As part of his service to this community, he is the co-creator and co-host of the weekly podcast “Just Two Dads.” He serves on the Board of Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education.
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Unlocking the Secrets of Executive Functions with Sasha Long, MA BCBA | The Autism Helper Podcast

The secret to building learner independence, increasing engagement, and reducing negative behaviors is tied up in Executive Functioning Skills. These essential skills are key to academic success, following class and school rules, making and maintaining friendships, and so much more. In this hour, learn what the 11 Executive Functions are and why these skills make such a big impact on our learners’ lives.

Sasha Long, BCBA, M.A., is the founder and president of The Autism Helper, Inc. She is a board certified behavior analyst and former special education teacher. Sasha shares strategies and best practices through her blog, podcast, membership, and online courses. Sasha travels internationally as a speaker and consultant providing individualized training and feedback to parents, educators, therapists and administrators in the world of autism. She is a former adjunct professor at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

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Ask Dr. Doreen | My Child Isn’t Making Progress?

✨ Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh BCBA-D responds to a viewer that has tried what was recommended to them, but has still found difficulty in helping their child progress. Doreen however, has her own opinions on the topic of “trial sets per hour.” Tune in and see what Dr. Doreen has to say in this segment of Ask Dr. Doreen. Thank you for watching this video: “Ask Dr. Doreen | My Child Isn’t Making Progress?'”.

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➟Ask Dr.Doreen | My Child is Obsessing about Inappropriate Topics?
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➟Ask Dr. Doreen – How can I help get Rid of a Scripting?
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➟Ask Dr. Doreen – Difficulty Socializing, and Overcoming Anxiety
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Ask Dr. Doreen | Should you rely on “Trial Sets per Hour?”

✨ Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh BCBA-D responds to a viewer that wanted to know, what the average number of Trial sets per hour should be for their kid? Doreen however, has her own opinions on the topic of “trial sets per hour.” Tune in and see what Dr. Doreen has to say in this segment of Ask Dr. Doreen. Thank you for watching this video: “Ask Dr. Doreen | Should you rely on ‘Trial Sets per Hour?'”.

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Potty Training | Ask Dr. Doreen

World renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh gives the definitive talk about potty training.

World renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewers questions in real time about all aspects of potty training. Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh is a visionary in the field of autism spectrum disorders and has spent 40+ years helping individuals and families to overcome challenges in order to lead their best lives. She is an outspoken advocate for those on the spectrum, fighting for them to have access to interventions that are compassionate, fair and meaningful. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and renowned behaviorist who has been at the forefront of acknowledging and treating medical issues as an essential component of successful autism treatment in addition to top quality intensive behavioral intervention.

Watch Ask Dr. Doreen Live on Tuesdays at 1pm ET, 10am PT on the Autism Network, YouTube, Twitter or FaceBook. Ask Dr. Doreen questions on TikTok.
Dr. Granpeesheh began her studies in autism as an undergraduate at UCLA earning a bachelor’s degree in 1984, and a Master’s degree in psychology in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. in psychology from UCLA in 1990. While completing her degrees, Dr. Granpeesheh worked with Dr. Ivar Lovaas on the groundbreaking outcome study published in 1987 which showed a recovery rate of close to 50% among the study’s research participants. Dr. Granpeesheh built on Dr. Lovaas’s work, developing the CARD Model, which is a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to treating autism.

In 1990, Dr. Granpeesheh founded the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, also known as CARD. Under

Dr. Granpeesheh’s 30 years of leadership, CARD became one of the world’s largest providers of ABA-based treatment for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. With over 260 locations throughout the United States and internationally, CARD employed over 6,000 highly skilled professionals, and was a leading employer of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) providing behavioral treatment to thousands of families worldwide.

CARD’s highly regarded behavior management and skill acquisition programs were the culmination of decades of research in the field of autism treatment. As part of the nation’s third largest non-governmental organization contributing to autism research, CARD researchers published groundbreaking studies that contributed significantly to the field of autism treatment research. In 2011, Dr. Granpeesheh founded Autism Research Group, a nonprofit organization whose mission was to identify and conduct treatment research that improves the quality of life for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

To increase access to evidence-based treatment, Dr. Granpeesheh founded Skills™, an innovative web-based platform that optimizes treatment programs for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Skills™ provides comprehensive assessment and curriculum, positive support planning for challenging behavior, progress tracking, and treatment evaluation. and enables healthcare professionals, teachers, parents, and/or caregivers to design and manage comprehensive, individualized treatment programs for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder as well as tracking progress in real time by collecting and uploading data electronically.

From 1990 to 2019, as CARD’s CEO and chief clinician, Dr. Granpeesheh developed extensive state-of-the-art training programs for CARD’s clinical employees, parents and caregivers, and school personnel. As demand for CARD training programs increased, Dr. Granpeesheh established the Institute for Behavioral Training which provides web-based and in-person training programs targeting the specific training needs of school districts, parents and caregivers, physicians, and autism treatment providers.

Dr. Granpeesheh has been a member of numerous scientific and advisory boards including the US Autism and Asperger’s Association, The Autism File Journal, Autism 360-Medigenesis, the 4-A Healing Foundation and the Defeat Autism Now coalition. In addition, Dr. Granpeesheh has served on the National Board of Directors of the Autism Society of America (ASA), the practice board of The Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) as well as the Autism Human Rights and Discrimination Initiative Steering Committee, the Early Intervention Taskforce of the Senate Select Committee on Autism and Related Disorders and the Oversight Committee of the Department of Developmental Disabilities.

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Anxiety | Ask Dr. Doreen

Hour 3 of The Autism Network Podcastathon

Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh shares essential information about anxiety, particularly as it relates to autism. Viewer questions are encouraged.

Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh gives the definitive talk about anxiety as it relates to autism. Anxiety has a great deal to do with a person’s ability to cope, learn, and grow. Masking the anxiety is not always the answer. Listen as Dr. Doreen talks about successful ways to treat, and overcome the debilitating side of anxiety, so we can productively get back to learning and living.

Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh

Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh has dedicated over forty years to helping individuals with autism lead healthy, productive lives. She is licensed as a psychologist in California, Texas, Virginia, Oregon, Colorado, Michigan and Arizona and holds a Certificate of Professional Qualification in Psychology from the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards. She is a doctoral level Board Certified Behavior Analyst and is licensed as a behavior analyst in Arizona, New York, Nevada, Louisiana and Virginia.

Dr. Granpeesheh began her studies in autism as an undergraduate at UCLA earning a bachelor’s degree in 1984, and a Master’s degree in psychology in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. in psychology from UCLA in 1990. While completing her degrees, Dr. Granpeesheh worked with Dr. Ivar Lovaas on the groundbreaking outcome study published in 1987 which showed a recovery rate of close to 50% among the study’s research participants. Dr. Granpeesheh built on Dr. Lovaas’s work, developing the CARD Model, which is a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to treating autism.

In 1990, Dr. Granpeesheh founded the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, also known as CARD. Under

Resources:
https://www.autismnetwork.com/category/ask-dr-doreen/
https://www.tiktok.com/@askdrdoreen
https://www.instagram.com/askdrdoreen/

The Autism Partnership Foundation – Progressive ABA: Having Learners Reach Their Fullest Potential

The Autism Network Podcastathon Hour 21

Progressive ABA: Having Learners Reach Their Fullest Potential

In this hour Dr. Justin Leaf and Dr. Joe Cihon discuss what progressive ABA is, why it is important to implement progressive ABA, how to implement progressive ABA, and how to train professionals to implement progressive ABA. They will talk about how this approach can lead to meaningful and amazing outcomes for autistic/individuals diagnosed with ASD. They will also share the different research and training endeavors of Autism Partnership Foundation.
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Justin B. Leaf, Ph.D., CPBA-AP, BCBA-D
Justin Leaf, Ph.D., is the Executive Director for Autism Partnership Foundation and the Progressive Behavior Analyst Autism Council, the Associate Director for ABA Doctoral Studies at Endicott College, and the Executive Director for Contemporary Behavior Consultants. Justin received his doctorate degree in Behavioral Psychology from the Department of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas. His research interests include Progressive ABA, improving behavioral intervention, social behavior, and methodologies to improve the lives of autistic/individuals diagnosed with ASD. Justin has over 140 publications in either peer reviewed journals, books, or book chapters and has presented at both national and international professional conferences and invited events. Justin has served on numerous editorial boards for behavior analytic and autism journals. Justin career has been dedicated to improving the field of Applied Behavior Analysis and lives of Autistic individuals.
Joseph H. Cihon, Ph.D., BCBA-D, CPBA-AP
Dr. Joseph H. Cihon received his B. S. in special education from Fontbonne University, M.S. in behavior analysis at the University of North Texas under the mentorship of Drs. Shahla Ala’i, Jesus Rosales-Ruiz, and Manish Vaidya, and his Ph.D. in applied behavior analysis at Endicott College under the mentorship of Dr. Mary Jane Weiss. He is currently the Director of Research at Autism Partnership Foundation, adjunct professor at Endicott College, Certification Coordinator at the Progressive Behavior Analyst Autism Council, and the Secretary/Treasurer of the Autism Special Interest Group. Joe has 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities in home, school, and community settings. His research interests in behavior analysis are broad and include evaluating assumptions within practice, examining historical foundations in behavior analysis, training thoroughgoing behavior analysts, examining the effectiveness and training professionals in shaping techniques, increasing favorable interactions among children, their families, and interventionists, developing contingencies to promote generalization and maintenance, and improving mealtimes for selective eaters. Joe has over 70 publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, and book chapters.
Promoting Enjoyable Mealtimes: https://vernonpress.com/book/1589
Handbook of Quality of Life: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-98507-3
Handbook of ABA Interventions for Autism: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-96478-8
AP Method to Social Skills Groups: https://difflearn.com/products/the-autism-partnership-method-social-skills-groups
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• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joecihon-phd1
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Turn Autism Around with Dr. Mary Barbera

The Autism Network Podcastathon Hour 16

Increase Talking, Decrease Tantrums, & Improve Self-Care Skills:
3 Action Steps for Parents and Professionals to Take Today!

During this hour, autism expert Dr. Mary Barbara shares her child-friendly, easy-to-implement strategies to increase language while decreasing problem behaviors and improving eating, sleeping, potty training, doctor/dentist/haircut appointments and more.

Dr. Mary Barbera “fell” into the autism world in 1999 when her first-born son, Lucas was diagnosed with autism. Since then, Mary transformed from a confused and overwhelmed parent and Registered Nurse to a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and best-selling author. After earning a PhD, Mary launched her first online course in early 2015 and later built additional courses and a membership program to help both parents and autism professionals.

Mary’s latest book Turn Autism Around, her online courses, weekly podcast and social media posts help parents and professionals start turning things around for toddlers showing early signs of autism and older children with an autism diagnosis who are struggling with talking, tantrums, eating, sleeping, potty training, and more.

For more information go to www. marybarbera.com

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