Are you parenting a school-age child who is a little quirky? Maybe socially awkward? Let’s consider today...could they be quirky or is it Autism? Our host, Crystal Sanford, dives into some of the hallmark challenges and strengths for those identified with Autism. Learn more about how Autism presents for children K-12 and next steps if you’re considering a diagnosis for your child. ​

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Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.
Need help parents/caregivers? Access our free IEP guide and much more: 
https://www.sdautismhelp.com/resources
Want to work with Crystal? Here's how:
Get started by scheduling your 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal: Get empowered! ​

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Bracha Goetz, M.A.
Bracha Goetz is the Harvard-educated author of 40 books that help children’s souls shine.  One of her picture books, Let's Appreciate Everyone!, teaches young children how to interact more sensitively with children with special needs. Two of her other picture books, educate about personal safety. This is a topic that is especially important for children with special needs to absorb since they can be more vulnerable.  All of her books can be found on the Bracha Goetz Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/author/spiritualkidsbooks-brachagoetz

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.
Need help parents/caregivers? Access our free IEP guide and much more: https://www.sdautismhelp.com/resources
Want to work with Crystal? Here's how:
Get started by scheduling your 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal: Get empowered! ​

Part 2. Does your child demonstrate behavior challenges? Are you involved in ABA services? Learn along with us as expert Molly Moel, LMFT, BCBA helps to "unmask" ABA services for families.
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Molly Moel, LMFT, BCBA
As a dually licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 20 years of experience, Molly is passionate about working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and other developmental, behavioral, and learning differences. Utilizing a positive and solution-focused approach, anchored in Applied Behavior Analysis, cognitive-behavior therapy, and family systems theory, she provides individual & family therapy, parent training, social skills training, and Functional Behavior Assessments in home, school, and community settings.
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Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Need help parents/caregivers? Access our free IEP guide and much more: https://www.sdautismhelp.com/resources

Want to work with Crystal?
Here's how: Get started by scheduling your 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal: Get empowered! ​

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Molly Moel, LMFT, BCBA
As a dually licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 20 years of experience, Molly is passionate about working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and other developmental, behavioral, and learning differences. Utilizing a positive and solution-focused approach, anchored in Applied Behavior Analysis, cognitive-behavior therapy, and family systems theory, she provides individual & family therapy, parent training, social skills training, and Functional Behavior Assessments in home, school, and community settings.
compasstherapueticsolutions.com

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Need help parents/caregivers? Access our free IEP guide and much more: https://www.sdautismhelp.com/resources
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Want to work with Crystal?
Here's how: Get started by scheduling your 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal: Get empowered! 

​Does your child struggle with sensory issues? Join Amanda Lee, M.A.Ed, Center Director of Brain Balance San Diego/Chula Vista, to discover when your child’s sensory sensitivities should be a concern... from overreaction to bright lights and sounds to itchy clothing to picky eating to risk-taking to lack of focus.

Amanda Lee, M.A.Ed
Amanda is the Center Director at Brain Balance San Diego. Her background is in Education, STEM, and Wildlife Conservation. Daily she aims to inspire and be inspired, and coaches students and parents to actualize their full potential. As a lifelong learner, she’s a sponge for information and active in promoting equity and access to quality education. Previous workshop topics she has presented on include dyslexia, defiance, distance learning, executive functioning, early childhood development, outdoor learning and more.  
https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/locations/california/san-diego

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Need help parents/caregivers? Access our free IEP guide and much more: https://www.sdautismhelp.com/resources

Want to schedule a 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal? Get empowered!