Have you ever watched your child cover their ears and run out of the room during a movie, even when the scene wasn’t scary? In this episode of Practitioner Perspectives in Autism Care, we unpack the intense world of sensory processing and what is actually happening inside an overstimulated brain. We explore the phenomenon of...

What if video games could do more than entertain? In this episode of Practitioner’s Perspectives in Autism Care, Dr. Kyle shares the story of how a speech therapist sparked a question that would shape more than 13 years of research and development: “Could we use video games as a form of therapy?” The conversation explores...

⚠️ “Therapy, therapy, therapy…” At what point does a child finally get to just be a kid again? In this episode of Practitioner Perspectives in Autism Care, Thomas Ballantyne sits down with Dr. Kyle Daigle to discuss autism therapy fatigue, overwhelmed families, nervous system development, and the growing need for better collaboration between practitioners. Dr....

“Trust your intuition.” That may be one of the most important messages a parent can hear during the autism journey. In this episode of Practitioner Perspectives in Autism Care, Dr. Kyle Daigle joins me for an honest conversation about what parents often notice BEFORE a diagnosis ever happens. We discuss: • early developmental signs •...

Why does early identification matter in autism care? How early is “early”? Can support still help if a diagnosis happens later in childhood? And why are waitlists and access to care becoming such a challenge for families? In this episode of Practitioner Perspectives in Autism Care, Ashley Tamayo shares insights on developmental milestones, neuroplasticity, treatment...

School support can feel overwhelming for families navigating autism. What is an IEP? Do you need a diagnosis to get one? How do schools, parents, and practitioners actually work together to support a child? In this episode of Practitioner Perspectives in Autism Care, Ashley Tamayo shares both her professional and personal perspective as a practitioner...

When a parent first begins exploring autism, the amount of information online can feel overwhelming. What assessments actually matter? What is the difference between a screening and a formal diagnosis? And how do practitioners determine the most intentional path forward for a child? In this episode of Practitioner Perspectives in Autism Care, Ashley Tamayo breaks...

What does progress actually look like in autism care? It’s not always obvious. It’s not always linear. And it rarely looks the same from one family to another. In this episode of Practitioner Perspectives in Autism Care, Ashley Tamayo shares a grounded perspective on how progress unfolds over time. From communication milestones to behavioral shifts,...

What happens between therapy sessions matters more than most people realize. This episode explores how practitioners can support families outside of the clinic, where real-life application and progress take place. Intro: The hour in therapy matters. What happens between visits matters more. In this episode: Why progress doesn’t stop when the session ends How practitioners...

After an autism diagnosis, most families feel the urge to do everything… immediately. But that instinct can lead to overwhelm. What actually matters is where you start. In this episode: Why the first step after diagnosis is education The danger of trying to “jump ahead” too quickly How to avoid overwhelm in the early stages...