The Autism Family Resource Podcast
Practical, neurodiversity-affirming conversations to support families navigating autism, ADHD, sensory differences, and school systems.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed navigating therapy, school systems, behaviors, or sensory challenges, this podcast was created for you.
Across our episodes, we explore:
• Communication strategies, including functional AAC
• Regulation, sensory routines, and executive functioning
• Feeding, mental health, and puberty conversations
• School advocacy, IEPs, and insurance planning
• Safety topics like elopement and community supports
• Sibling support and navigating family changes
• Autistic voices sharing lived experience and advocacy
• Products, apps, and resources families can use right away
You’ll hear from autistic adults, parents, clinicians, and advocates offering real perspective, practical tools, and genuine encouragement.
Whether you’re newly navigating a diagnosis or years into the journey, you’ll leave feeling more informed, more confident, and less alone.
You’ll leave feeling more informed, more confident, and less alone
Real conversations. Practical strategies. Honest perspectives from parents, professionals, and autistic voices. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
Interested in Being a Guest?
The Autism Family Resource Podcast features conversations with therapists, educators, advocates, and individuals with lived experience who support neurodivergent children and their families.
If you have expertise, lived experience, or insights that could benefit families navigating autism, ADHD, sensory differences, or school systems, we’d love to connect.
Learn more about becoming a guest and schedule a meeting below.
Browse episodes below and explore conversations that matter most to your family.
Featured Conversations
All Episodes
47 | Meltdowns, Co-Regulation & Autism Parenting | Lisa Chan
Learn how parents can transform family dynamics, support emotional regulation, and build social skills for children with autism. Practical strategies and expert advice from Pure Hearts Therapy and parent coach Lisa Chan.
46 | Autism Advocacy, Culture & Support for Families | Dr. Martine LaVenture
What does empowered autism advocacy look like when culture, community, and care intersect? In this inspiring episode, Dr. Martine Laventure—licensed social worker, mother, and autism advocate—joins host Brian Keene to share her journey navigating her child’s diagnosis and building a support system grounded in love and cultural understanding. Learn about the importance of equitable care, self-advocacy, and how to avoid therapy burnout while uplifting your family and community.
45 | Mouthing & Chewing Behaviors in Autism | Dipali Devani
Is your child constantly chewing on everything?
Mouthing and chewing can be signs of unmet sensory needs. Learn what’s normal, when to be concerned, and simple OT strategies to help your child feel calm, focused, and supported.