Parenting on the Spectrum

You’ve tried strategies, therapies, routines, and maybe even medication, yet your child may still be struggling with focus, regulation, energy, eating, sleep, or overall well-being. Could nutrition, gut health, movement, and everyday lifestyle choices be another piece of the puzzle? In this episode of Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, talks with functional health consultan...

You’re juggling therapies, school, and daily routines. How do you support your child’s well-being in the middle of it all? Join Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, and Dr. Leonaura Rhodes, a former UK developmental pediatrician and brain health coach, to explore everyday support for autistic and neurodivergent children. From sleep and movement to stress and self-belief, this conversation looks at the w...

You’ve noticed differences in your child’s development. Now you’re facing a long waitlist. Could a virtual autism evaluation offer another path to answers? Join Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, and pediatrician Dr. Tracy Burton, Chief Medical Officer of As You Are, to explore autism evaluations from home. Learn how parent observations, familiar surroundings, and a team approach can inform an assessm...

In this episode of Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa speaks with Dr. Vaish Sarathy about non-linear learning and why many neurodivergent children struggle in traditional, step-by-step systems. Dr. Sarathy explains how learning often unfolds in bursts, not straight lines, and how curiosity, patterns, and intrinsic motivation drive real understanding. This conversation offers a powerful reframe fo...

“I’m just not good at math.” Does that sound familiar? Join Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, and Dr. Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning, to explore math anxiety, early math skills, and building your child’s confidence. From counting snacks to shopping for groceries, discover everyday opportunities to make numbers meaningful. Three things you’ll learn: Why reciting numbers and connecting th...

In this episode, I talk with Amanda Trisdale and her daughter Leta Trisdale about how dance transformed Leta’s life, and led to the creation of something extraordinary. Diagnosed with autism at age three and considered nonvocal, Leta found her voice through dance when traditional therapies fell short. Despite her talent, traditional dance spaces weren’t built for neurodivergent dancers, leading to...

In this episode, Jody Jill, mom of four, speaker, and best selling author of The Parent's Secret Superpower. Raising Confident and Capable Kids, shares one of her Superpower Strategies from hte POWer Parent Method, the framework at the heart of her course, that helps parents raise confident, capable kids. Drawing on her own experience, Jody walks through how she's lived out hte strategy wi...

What helps a child grow into a confident, capable adult? In this episode of Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa Alexander Inman talks with Coach Yana about building confidence through everyday interactions, giving children opportunities to contribute, listening to what matters to them, and creating spaces where they feel seen, heard, and valued. They also take a closer look at online safety, inclu...

You cannot change the moments you regret. You can change what happens next. Listen now to learn how to release parenting guilt, repair emotional wounds, and create a safer, more connected relationship with your child. What happens when you realize that some of your parenting responses came from patterns you never consciously chose? In this powerful episode of Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa Al...

What if the connection you want with your child starts with the way you care for yourself first? In this powerful episode of Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa Alexander Inman speaks with Marine officer, father, and award-winning children’s author Olaolu Ogunyemi about the heart of intentional parenting. Olaolu shares why meaningful connection with our children begins with learning how to connect...

What if your child’s reading struggles are not caused by a lack of ability? What if they are being taught in a way that does not match how their brain works? Listen now to discover a practical, strength-based process that can help your child organize their ideas, improve reading comprehension, and begin writing stronger paragraphs with greater confidence. Share this episode with a parent or educat...

Have you ever watched a child try so hard to read… and still feel defeated? Daniela Feldhausen is here to change that. Reading success isn’t magic, it’s method. Daniela breaks down her evidence-based reading program, showing how explicit, systematic instruction plus multisensory practice, decodable texts, and clear progress checks build confident readers. We cover skill sequencing, what to look fo...

  Have you ever “cleaned house” on your goals, only to realize you threw the good stuff out with the clutter? In this uplifting conversation, Dean Taylor and Theresa explore what really makes us abandon our dreams: fear of judgment, perfectionism, old stories, and life’s very real constraints. You’ll learn gentle but powerful ways to pick your dream back up, even if it’s been years: micro-commitme...

In this heart-centered episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa Alexander Inman is joined by Heather Billiot, an occupational therapist who believes that play is the language of childhood. Together, they explore how play shapes development, builds emotional regulation, and strengthens the bond between parent and child. Heather explains how playful engagement supports sensory processing, motor...

In this inspiring conversation, Theresa sits down with Shea Belsky, an autistic self-advocate, public speaker, and tech professional who’s helping redefine what inclusion really means. Shea shares his lived experience of navigating the world as an autistic adult, embracing authenticity, building supportive communities, and challenging stereotypes that limit neurodivergent potential. Together, they...

What if financial freedom was closer than you think? In this empowering episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa sits down with entrepreneur and financial strategist Ann Pells, who reveals the powerful system she used to pay down her mortgage early, and then leverage that freedom to build a thriving $10K/month business. Ann shares practical steps anyone can take to eliminate debt, create new...

What if the “bad behavior” you’re trying to stop is actually your child’s way of saying, “I don’t have the skills or words to tell you what I need?” In this eye-opening episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa sits down with Katherine Sellery. She is a three-time TEDx speaker and founder of the Conscious Parenting Revolution. They discuss conscious parenting, emotional regulation, autism, and...

Many parents worry that setting boundaries will upset their child or damage connection. Healthy boundaries actually help children feel safer, calmer, and more emotionally secure. Children thrive when adults provide: clear expectations, consistent routines, and calm responses during difficult moments. When boundaries are inconsistent, children may struggle with emotional regulation, tantrums, aggre...

How can parents raise emotionally resilient children while managing their own stress, fears, and expectations? In this episode of  Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa Alexander Inman speaks with Kamini Wood, a Human Potential Coach, author, and mother of five, about emotional regulation, self-compassion, and mindful parenting. Kamini shares how overcoming people-pleasing, perfectionism, and fear t...

In this episode of  Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa speaks with Prema Rose about helping children discover confidence, creativity, and purpose. Prema shares the inspiration behind  The Microcosmic Cartoon Show , a musical journey designed to help tweens navigate identity, emotions, perspective, and self-expression in today’s distracting world. Together, they discuss encouraging creativity with...

Welcome to The Parenting Minute with T & Tango — a quick moment of encouragement, reflection, and practical parenting insight. In this Parenting Minute, Theresa shares a simple but powerful moment when a child responded to another child instead of an adult. This highlights the importance of modeling and peer influence in child development. Children often learn best by watching the people aroun...

In this powerful episode of  Parenting on the Spectrum , Theresa sits down with author and attorney Shermin Kruse to explore the balance between emotional awareness and self-control through the lens of “stoic empathy.” Shermin shares her extraordinary childhood experience growing up in post-revolutionary Iran during war, missile attacks, and political unrest and how her parents modeled calm, love,...

Most of us live with a relentless inner critic, but it doesn’t have to run the show. In this episode, Theresa talks with therapist and coach Sue Erhart about practical ways to notice critical thoughts, soften self-judgment, and shift toward a kinder inner voice. Parents will learn simple tools to model self-compassion and confidence, repair after tough moments, and raise children who grow up heari...

Is parenting your kids in today’s world feeling impossible? Josh Poteet, lead pastor and author of  Parenting Against the Current , shares practical strategies for Christian parents to disciple their children with purpose. He explores the challenges families face in a world full of distractions and competing influences, and offers actionable tools to help children grow in faith, character, and int...

In this inspiring episode, Ash Beckham breaks down her eight pillars of everyday leadership, Empathy, Responsibility, Courage, Grace, Individuality, Humility, Patience, and Authenticity. Through candid stories from her own journey from isolation and anger to connection and openness. Ash shows how these qualities transform the way we relate to ourselves and others. She also shares compelling resear...