Welcome to Episode 253 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we’re exploring something every parent needs to embrace—supporting your child in expressing their true self. Our guest is Kathleen (Kathy) Somers, a talented creative and now author of Barely Visible, a moving memoir about raising her son with Asperger’s. Her story isn…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 252 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we’re diving deeper into a hidden threat that impacts far too many families: mold. Not just visible mold—but the kind that’s lurking, undetected, and driving chronic health issues. Our guest, Brian Karr, is a certified microbial investigator and co-founder of We…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 251 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we dive deep into one of the most overlooked factors keeping our kids from thriving — a dysregulated nervous system. If your child seems anxious, reactive, or shut down, it’s not who they are — it’s how their body is responding to stress. When their…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 250 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This episode is different. It’s just me — no guest, no script — sharing the most important message I’ve ever delivered. I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really keeping parents stuck. And no, it’s not the diagnosis. It’s not a lack of…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 249 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we welcome Kate Swenson, creator of Finding Cooper’s Voice (with over a million followers) and author of the national bestseller Forever Boy. Her newest book, Autism Out Loud: Life with a Child on the Spectrum, from Diagnosis to Young Adulthood, released in April 2025…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 248 of Autism Parenting Secrets. We’re excited to welcome back Julie Matthews to the show. In episode 201, she shared how science supports diet changes—and this week, we’re diving even deeper. Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and published researcher specializing in personalized nutrition for complex neurological conditions…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 247 of Autism Parenting Secrets. In this episode, we’re diving into a game-changing approach that shifts everything for parents of a child with autism—the power of true connection. Our guest is Amanda Louison, CEO and Senior Program Advisor at The Option Institute and the Autism Treatment Center of America…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 246 of Autism Parenting Secrets. In this episode, we tackle a critical issue affecting every family—the hidden dangers of screen overuse. Our guest, Melanie Hempe, is the founder of ScreenStrong, a movement dedicated to helping parents reclaim childhood from the grip of screens. When her oldest son dropped out of college…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 245 of Autism Parenting Secrets. In this episode of Autism Parenting Secrets, we’re joined by Dr. Richard Frye, a renowned child neurologist specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders, to explore the critical medical insights that can help children with autism thrive. Dr. Frye shares his expertise on mitochondrial dysfunction, immune system dysregulation, and…(Read More)
Welcome to Episode 244 of Autism Parenting Secrets. In this episode, we welcome back Tracy Slepcevic, a dedicated advocate for parents navigating the autism journey. Tracy—a U.S. Air Force veteran, speaker, and certified integrative health practitioner—is also the author of Warrior Mom: A Mother’s Journey in Healing Her Son with Autism…(Read More)
