Navigating the Spectrum with Michele Portlock

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E19- Certified brain health coach, Nicole Ponder, discusses tools and techniques to use when in a downward spiral emotionally Jan 31, 2021

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Nicole Ponder is a wife, mother of four, and also a certified brain health coach through Amen University. She has created a business called Life Coaching with Values and has helped numerous people through their own speed bumps in life. She is also a mom to a beautiful child with special needs. Nicole teaches us not only through the use of her education but also through her own personal experiences and strong positive example.

E18- Jennifer Taylor and Education Options for Children Diagnosed with Autism Jan 27, 2021

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Episode 18 is with Jennifer Taylor. She is the founder and managing consultant of Jet Ed Consulting where she helps families find education options for their children with extra learning, emotional, and behavioral needs. Jennifer is engaging, intelligent, and motivated and I thoroughly enjoyed her insight and wisdom. I hope you enjoy!

E17 - Parenting and Emotional Regulation Jan 20, 2021

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In this episode, I discuss what I have learned over the years about emotional intelligence as it relates to parenting. It's short and sweet. I hope you enjoy it!

E16 - Interview with Dr. Kerry Magro - Autism and Self Harm Jan 12, 2021

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Kerry is an award-winning professional speaker and best-selling author who's on the autism spectrum. Kerry regularly speaks at schools, businesses, parent groups, nonprofit organizations and other special events on topics ranging from but not limited to disability, innovation, school bullying, the power of communication, diversity, workplace bullying, leadership and much more.

Our podcast together is focused on two topics. I wanted Kerry to talk to us about who he is and what he has created within the autism community. And I also wanted to discuss self-harm and autism and what to look for and resources to use for help.

Kerry is intelligent, generous, and kind and you can feel his warmth as he speaks. Enjoy!

E15 - Kira Palmer on Advocacy Jan 04, 2021

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My husband and I had the opportunity to interview a dear friend of his, and now mine as well. Kira is a mother of four children. Each of her children have their own unique diagnosis and Kira has worked hard to learn how to advocate for them individually. I feel inspired by her actions as a mother and an advocate. I hope you feel inspired as well!

E14- Natalie Castro on How Co Guardianship Lead to a Special Career Path Dec 13, 2020

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Natalie is just 18 months older than her sister Angie. Angie has previously been diagnosed with ASD and needs a little extra care. Natalie and her mom share guardianship of Angie. Natalie's experiences with autism as a sibling has lead her to specialize in her career path. What she does as a realtor is both heartwarming and helpful for families with special needs children. Take a listen and be prepared to be inspired.

E13 - Parenting Children on the Autism Spectrum Nov 30, 2020

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This was a fun episode for me to record. My husband, Eric, joined me and we discussed successes and non successes we have experienced while raising our children diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Eric is the step-father to our three oldest children and we talk about what it has taken to come together as a family raising children with special needs. Eric is honest, engaging, funny, and thoughtful. I sure hope you enjoy the listen!

E12 - Sara Bradford- Marriage on the Spectrum Nov 22, 2020

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Episode 12 with Sara Bradford was a true delight. Sara and Dustin have been together since 2004, thanks to the flip of a coin. They raised Dustin's oldest daughter and added two more children to the mix as time went on. Together they discovered that Dustin, like their young son, was also on the autism spectrum. Sara shares insight into what their marriage has been like and the loving relationship they have built together. Truly inspiring!

E11 - Nina Boling - Autism Mom and Autism Professional Nov 17, 2020

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Episode 11 with Nina Boling discusses the power of early intervention, autism supports, and levels of functioning, as well as recognizing that our children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are both particularly challenging and also particularly rewarding.

Nina is a mother of four children, three of whom have been previously diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Nina shares her journey with autism and how it led her into the life of an autism professional. She is full of heart and knowledge. Thank you for sharing Nina!

E10 - Kathleen Reynolds and Her Personal ASD Experience Nov 09, 2020

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This is my longest podcast thus far, but I could not bare to get rid of any of what Kathleen shared. Kathleen was 32 years old when she was officially diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Kathleen shared her own diagnosis experience as well as her insight into what marriage is like on the spectrum. She also shared the feelings she dealt with being raised as an undiagnosed child.

Kathleen is insightful and honest and full of love and understanding. I just know you will enjoy this!

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