Parent Resources

The resources included here provide information about some of our instructional and clinical practices, in addition to tips and tools for parents and caregivers raising kids with autism. Many of the sources come from our partner, Trellis Services, which provides ABA treatment for children with autism in Maryland. Others come from LEARN Behavioral, a national organization made up of leading providers in autism treatment (including Trellis Services and the Trellis School) and from trusted sources like Autism Speaks and Pathfinders for Autism.

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AST 12/12/24 AST 12/12/24

Growing Up With Autism And Finding Belonging and Purpose

Andrew Moore from the United Kingdom joins us to share how Autistic Minds, an educational charity and resource center, helped him find community and mentorship in a neurotypical world.

AST 7/24/24 AST 7/24/24

Living a Full Life with Autism with Martin Slyngstad

Martin Slyngstad a Behavior Specialist, joins us to discuss his multitude of interests and accomplishments as a young autistic adult.

AST 5/2/24 AST 5/2/24

Advocating for Your Family and Good, Contemporary ABA With Arfa Alam

Arfa Alam, proud mother of two autistic sons, speaks about her husbands parkisons disease, her twin sisters hearing loss, and advocating for her two boys through a neurotypical world.

AST 2/13/24 AST 2/13/24

The Advances and Challenges of DEI Initiatives in ABA

Brandon discusses his role in helping to create The Black Master’s cohort and mentorship program as well as the ongoing need to prioritize DEI advancement in ABA.

AST 1/9/24 AST 1/9/24

Self-care and Sensory Needs for Neurodivergent Individuals

Dr. Megan Anna Neff, a Neurodivergent Psychologist joins us to discuss discovering her own autism in the aftermath of her child’s diagnosis.

AST 9/26/23 AST 9/26/23

The Importance of Ethical Decision Making For Behavior Analysts

Dr. Linda LeBlanc and Dr. Amanda Karsten discuss their latest book on ethics and how to make proactive decisions before you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation.

AST 4/28/23 AST 4/28/23

How Neurodiverse Voices are Influencing the Evolution of ABA

WEAP Director of Clinical Services, Dr. Becky Thompson, and Lead Technician, Reux Lennon, share about their work on the Neurodivergent Advisory Commitee and how they're influencing the evolution of ABA.

AST 2/21/23 AST 2/21/23

Successful Models for Assent-Based Vaccine Clinics

AST 1/18/23 AST 1/18/23

A Closer Look at The BHCOE

AST 9/1/22 AST 9/1/22

Bridging the Gap Between Autism Culture and American Culture

Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us for a third time to explore the gap between American culture and Autism culture and how it can be bridged.

AST 6/29/22 AST 6/29/22

The Words We Use When Discussing Autism

Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us for a second time to share his perspectives on the words we use when discussing autism.

AST 5/12/22 AST 5/12/22

An Honest Look at the Full Experience of Autism with Russell Lehmann

Parent Resources

What is Applied Behavior Analysis? (Autism Speaks)

What is Verbal Behavior Therapy? (Autism Speaks)

Autism by Age (Pathfinders for Autism)

A Parent’s Guide to Autism (Autism Speaks)

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