Julie Sando has worked with over 1,000 families touched by autism world-wide since 1998. Studying everything from Behavior Modification to Relationship based modalities. This inspired the creation of Natural Play Therapy – where no two programs look exactly alike, yet they are all based on respect for the child, creating emotional trust, and a natural desire to learn. Julie is passionate about her work, connecting with families near and far….
Podcasts Archive
Robin Zander is a personal trainer for special needs children. He founded Move Autism to bring simple, practical tools into the hands of families around the world. Through a combination of his background in psychology, experience working with children and athletes, and training in the Anat Baniel Method and a loving, accepting attitude, he has developed Move Autism to bring these tools to those who need them. Listen to the…
Dr. Pamela Wolfberg is a professor at the the San Francisco State University in Autism Spectrum Studies. She has done amazing work for social inclusion for kids on the Autism spectrum with Integrated Play Groups. Listen to the Episode below (00:22:52) Pamela’s Story: Pamela got the idea to start the Integrated Play Groups model in her sleep. Pamela and her research partners took the Integrated Play Groups into many…
Jean Nicol is a retired Special Education Teacher, living in Nova Scotia, who loves spending her time being an advocate for those with autism. In 2007 she was in a very fortunate position to respond to a friend’s cry for help with her autistic son who had eating challenges. With a Degree in Nutrition, 32 years teaching, 2 years as a school board Autism Consultant and 3 years as an…
Jeanette Purkis is the Autistic author of ‘Finding a Different Kind of Normal: Misadventures with Asperger Syndrome’ – an autobiography, and ‘The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens.’ Jeanette works full-time in Government administration. She gives talks about living well with Autism in a variety of forums, including TEDx. Listen to the Episode below (00:19:04) Jeanette’s Story: Jeanette had a difficult start in life. After making every…