We chose play from Affect Autism

This DIR® Dialogues panel explores the research base behind DIRFloortime®, highlighting both its strong, transdisciplinary foundations and the challenges of measuring developmental, relational change within traditional research models like randomized controlled trials (RCTs). The discussion emphasizes the need to rethink what counts as “evidence,” prioritize outcomes that reflect lived experience...

To start off the year 2026, you'll hear the audio only of one episode of the Floortime documentary " We Chose Play  " every other week! This time, it's Season 1, Episode 2, called, "What did we miss?" that covers how parents question themselves and why it's so important to avoid blame and features Dr. Kathy Platzman. You can learn more about the series at affectauti...

This episode we are discussing what's happening with Autism in Canada and what has changed over the years with Seiun Thomas Henderson, an Autism and education specialist at Giant Steps  in Montreal who has been working in the field for over 35 years. He will be speaking at the upcoming   18th Annual Autism Conference called  Building Brighter Futures: Celebrating Autistic Voices and Canadian L...

As we embark on the new year, enjoy the audio version of my Floortime documentary series ⁠ We Chose Play —a new episode every other week. ⁠ We Chose Play is a series documenting my family’s Floortime journey. I hope that each episode will support your Floortime experience! First up is Season 1, Episode 1, called, " In the beginning… " that covers the necessary step we had to take after our son's A...

This edition of  Parent Perspectives  features Gina Baker, the mother of two kids in Utah. She has had many professional roles in the past including nursing and case management and her current focus is on raising awareness around supporting her Autistic child when he didn’t fit in any box and when professional services did not help. Her son is 15 and has high support needs, otherwise referred to a...

On Episode 7 of ⁠AUTISTIC Viewpoints⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Turrell Burgess⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daria Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠ do a year-end wrap-up about the first 6 episodes and what's to come in 2026. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://affectautism.com/autistic-viewpoints/⁠⁠ Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:53 Introducing highlights from the first 6 episodes 01:23 Daria going through the first 6 episodes 06:02 Turrell's reflections on...

On this episode, number 298, DIRFloortime® provider Stacy Duffy, a Special Educator in South Africa joins us to discuss her transformational journey as a teacher from control to connection through DIRFloortime®. Stacey is the mother of two boys who has devoted her career to bridging the gap between neurodivergent and neurotypical people by raising awareness on both sides. She recently presented at...

AUTISTIC Viewpoints⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a new podcast hosted by ⁠⁠Turrell Burgess⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daria Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠. This episode, they discuss the journey from exclusion to belonging with Dr. Emile Gouws. Emile is the president of the Board of Directors of the International Council on Development and Learning (ICDL.com) and was non speaking until the age of 15. He now is in his early 30s, has a PhD, and is happily...

This edition of Parent Perspectives features returning guest, Michele Abraham-Montgomery , who specializes in Family Services, Autism Resources & Advocacy, Peer Family Coaching, Youth and Young Adult Programming, Peer Best Practices, Modeling Play Therapy Techniques and IEP Reviews and Preparations. Her and her Autistic son, Khylil, created Spectrum Success 911 --a nonprofit organization conne...

⁠AUTISTIC Viewpoints⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a new podcast hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Turrell Burgess⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daria Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠. This episode, they discuss life as a twin to an autistic sibling with Miles Kredich. Miles discusses life as a twin to an Autistic sibling, Ben, who was tragically killed in 2023 at the age of 24. Miles and Ben, both having synaesthesia, were able to connect on a deep level. Miles reflects on growi...

On this episode, number 296, we are discussing the culture of play, free play, and outdoor play in natural settings with autistic individuals with two guests in Montréal, Québec. Seiun Thomas Henderson is an Autism and education specialist who has been working in the field for over 35 years. He is currently the Director of Research and Innovation at  Giant Steps Interdisciplinary Autism Centre  in...

⁠AUTISTIC Viewpoints⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a new podcast hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Turrell Burgess⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daria Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠. This episode, they discuss Autistic Masking with Dr. Angela Kingdon of The Autistic Culture Podcast , reviewing the CAT-Q (Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire), their scores, and other aspects of Autistic masking including their experiences, self-judgment, and challenges. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

This episode, number 295, DIRFloortime® Expert Training Leader Kerri Ciskowski joins us to discuss different parent play personas she sees in her clientele. Kerri has been an occupational therapist for 20 years. She does in-home support in central New Jersey through her service  Therapy Keeper  and now has a DIRFloortime® studio as well for families who are typically raising autistic kids. Link to...

This episode features Clare Kumar who encourages organizations to create "neurologically safe" spaces, cultures, and experiences where their guests can move forward with ease, or "keep calm and carry on." She offers engaging, interactive keynotes and advisory services. She is the host and creator of the Happy Space Podcast - where inclusion meets design. Link to the show notes with links to key di...

⁠AUTISTIC Viewpoints⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a new podcast hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Turrell Burgess⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daria Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠. This episode, they discuss the Autistic Culture Podcast's 10 Pillars of Autistic Culture! Learn more at ⁠⁠https://affectautism.com/autistic-viewpoints/ ⁠⁠⁠ Timestamps: 00:32 10 Pillars of Autism 03:27 Pillar 1: Bottom-Up Processing 11:34 Reference to Dr. Stephen Shore mentioning "extremes" (in this...

This episode features a new empowering podcast called  The Affirming Village which focuses on creating more neuroaffirming spaces for neurodivergent and disabled learners--a topic that comes up regularly at ICDL's parent support meetings . Dr. Destiny Huff , LPC and Educator Lisa Baskin Wright talk about their personal experiences as neurodivergent mothers advocating for their children in able...

AUTISTIC Viewpoints⁠⁠⁠ is a new podcast hosted by ⁠⁠⁠Turrell Burgess⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Daria Brown⁠⁠⁠ . Two autistics, very different, yet aligned on many values. Join their conversation by tuning in to hear their viewpoints on topics from DIR® to professional sports, food, and pop culture to neurodivergent relationships and more! Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠https://affectautism.com/autistic-viewpoints/⁠⁠ Timestamps...

This episode features Kelly Bron Johnson in Montreal and Anne Borden King in Toronto. Kelly is a non-binary, Autistic, and Hard of Hearing (HoH) self-advocate and founder of ⁠Completely Inclusive⁠ , a social enterprise consultancy devoted to inclusion and accessibility in the workplace. Anne is the co-founder of ⁠Autistics for Autistics⁠ , Canada's autistic self-advocacy organization, and the...

This episode I'm airing a year-old presentation made by the late, great DIRFloortime® Expert Training Leader and phenomenal educator, Kasheena Holder . I hope you will enjoy the tips she provided our DIR® Parent Network with regarding bridging the gap between home and school. For those who knew Kasheena, this will be a wonderful reminder of her warmth, wisdom, and dedication to families. And f...

Thank you, Floortimers, for the years of learning! This episode, number 290, the first episode of Season 11, features Sophia Ashman, a DIR practitioner in Los Angeles, California who currently works in preschools and provides in-home therapy. She has been a Floortimer for 25 years and was one of my son's first therapists at his school which is how we met, but we quickly became friends and I mi...

Carolina Sosa Carrero is an educator in music, movement, and language with a Master’s degree in early intervention and child development. She is the first DIRFloortime® Expert Training Leader in Ecuador! Gaby Cabezas has a Communications and Literature degree with a Master’s in English Language. She is currently working as an English teacher and writes science fiction. Caro and Gaby are both neuro...

Carolina Sosa Carrero es educadora en música, movimiento y lenguaje, con una maestría en intervención temprana y desarrollo infantil. ¡Es la primera Líder de Capacitación Experta en DIRFloortime® en Ecuador! Gaby Cabezas tiene un título en Comunicación y Literatura, además de una maestría en Lengua Inglesa. Actualmente trabaja como profesora de inglés y escribe ciencia ficción. Caro y Gaby son amb...

AUTISTIC Viewpoints⁠⁠ is a new podcast hosted by ⁠⁠Turrell Burgess⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Daria Brown⁠⁠ . Two autistics, very different, yet aligned on many values. Join their conversation by tuning in to hear their viewpoints on topics from DIR® to professional sports, food, and pop culture to neurodivergent relationships and more! Learn more at ⁠⁠https://affectautism.com/autistic-viewpoints/⁠ Timestamps: 00:17...

Here is the trailer for our upcoming podcast, AUTISTIC Viewpoints, hosted by Turrell Burgess and Daria Brown. Two autistics, very different, yet aligned on many values. Join their conversation by tuning in to hear their viewpoints on topics from DIR® to professional sports, food, and pop culture to neurodivergent relationships and more! Learn more here: ⁠https://affectautism.com/autistic-viewpoint...

Dr. Angel Belle Dy is a  DIRFloortime® Expert Training Leader  in the Phillippines who started  The Growing Brain PH , a  DIR® accredited  clinic that began as a social media page. She is a medical doctor who has a background in public health, community-based programs, and program development and fell into the world of infant mental health and parent coaching through finding Floortime. She teaches...