Autism Parenting Secrets

Welcome to Episode 265 of Autism Parenting Secrets . If you want to help your child speak more clearly—or begin speaking at all—this episode is a must-listen. I’m joined once again by Dr. Robert Melillo, a world-renowned expert in brain health, especially childhood and adult neurological disorders. He’s the creator of the Melillo Method and supports families directly through his New York locations...

Welcome to Episode 264 of Autism Parenting Secrets . If you’ve ever felt like you weren’t being told the full truth… this episode is for you. I’m joined by Krista Petraco Bourne, a speech-language pathologist, mom, and fierce advocate who’s walked a difficult—but empowering—path with her son, Joey.  She shares the heart-wrenching story of Joey’s regression, misdiagnosis, and medical trauma—and how...

Welcome to Episode 263 of Autism Parenting Secrets . This week, I’m joined by Nicole Rincon. She’s a board-certified Physician Assistant and an all-in mom of 13-year-old triplets. Her unique vantage point—as both a medical professional and a parent on a healing mission—makes this conversation essential listening. Nicole’s journey wasn’t easy. One of her sons became completely non-verbal, and her d...

Welcome to Episode 262 of Autism Parenting Secrets . If you're looking for a way to support your own healing—mentally, emotionally, and physically—this episode explores a powerful tool you may not have considered: cold plunge therapy. I’m joined by Dr. Thomas P. Seager, Associate Professor at Arizona State University and co-founder of Morozko Forge. With over 150 scientific publications and a rele...

Welcome to Episode 261 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Hello and welcome to Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we’re diving into something that most parents overlook — your home’s water.  Even if you’ve got a filter on your sink or fridge, your child is still bathing and brushing in water that could be full of contaminants.  And for sensitive or detox-challenged kids, that adds up fast. My guest is...

Welcome to Episode 260 of Autism Parenting Secrets. I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr. Brian Hooker.  If you caught Episode 182, you already know he brings a unique mix of scientific credibility and raw parenting experience.  Today, our focus isn’t research—it’s action.  This conversation is about tuning out the noise, trusting your gut, and taking bold steps right now to support your child’s healin...

Welcome to Episode 259 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week on Autism Parenting Secrets , we go beyond hope and into action.  I’m joined by Bishop Juan Carlos Mendez, a powerful voice of faith and advocacy who brings clarity and encouragement to parents raising a child on the spectrum.  We dive into the emotional and spiritual challenges many parents face—depression, guilt, disconnection—and how...

Welcome to Episode 258 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we spotlight a cutting-edge approach that parents are hearing more about—but may not fully understand. My guests are Dr. Nikesh Jasani, an oncologist, and Dr. Nimesh Patel, an internal medicine physician, both of whom stepped beyond conventional protocols to pursue something more powerful: Renewal Therapy . We explore how this FDA-comp...

Welcome to Episode 257 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we shine a light on a hidden truth—focusing solely on killing bugs like Lyme or Bartonella often backfires. True healing starts with rebuilding your child’s immune system and supporting the gut. My guest is Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a MAPS-trained, board-certified naturopathic physician. She explains why detox, testing, and immune support mu...

Welcome to Episode 256 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, we’re spotlighting a natural immune booster that’s clean, powerful, and easy to use—MICRONIC Silver. My guest is Jeffrey Adam, a passionate father and founder who co-created this unique form of silver after years of research and personal trial.  Unlike traditional colloidal silver, MICRONIC Silver is micron-sized for deep cellular abso...

Welcome to Episode 255 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week’s conversation spotlights a powerful intervention more parents are getting curious about—EBOO. Our guest is Dr. Phillip Yoo, an expert in regenerative medicine and a featured speaker at the Autism Health Summit. He unpacks why this therapy is gaining attention as a “blood oil change” that helps the body eliminate what it can’t detox o...

Welcome to Episode 254 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we’re spotlighting the hidden drivers behind chronic inflammation in kids on the spectrum, especially neuroinflammation. Our guest is Bob Miller, a functional genomics pioneer and founder of the NutriGenetic Research Institute. Bob unpacks the ways genetic weaknesses and environmental exposures collide to spark brain inflammation, be...

Welcome to Episode 253 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we're exploring something every parent needs to embrace—supporting your child in expressing their true self. Our guest is Kathleen (Kathy) Somers, a talented creative and now author of Barely Visible , a moving memoir about raising her son with Asperger’s.  Her story isn’t just relatable—it’s raw, real, and full of the wisdom that on...

Welcome to Episode 252 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we're diving deeper into a hidden threat that impacts far too many families: mold. Not just visible mold—but the kind that’s lurking, undetected, and driving chronic health issues. Our guest, Brian Karr, is a certified microbial investigator and co-founder of We Inspect. He returns to expose the flaws of standard mold testing and rev...

Welcome to Episode 251 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we dive deep into one of the most overlooked factors keeping our kids from thriving — a dysregulated nervous system. If your child seems anxious, reactive, or shut down, it’s not who they are — it’s how their body is responding to stress. When their system is stuck in survival mode, growth and connection can feel out of reach. That’s...

Welcome to Episode 250 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This episode is different. It’s just me — no guest, no script — sharing the most important message I’ve ever delivered. I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really keeping parents stuck.  And no, it’s not the diagnosis.  It’s not a lack of options. It’s that we’re not fully equipped for this journey — and that disempowerment leads to unnecess...

Welcome to Episode 249 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we welcome Kate Swenson, creator of Finding Cooper’s Voice (with over a million followers) and author of the national bestseller Forever Boy . Her newest book, Autism Out Loud: Life with a Child on the Spectrum, from Diagnosis to Young Adulthood , released in April 2025, brings together three autism moms—Kate, Carrie Cariello, and Ad...

Welcome to Episode 248 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  We’re excited to welcome back Julie Matthews to the show.  In episode 201, she shared how science supports diet changes—and this week, we’re diving even deeper. Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and published researcher specializing in personalized nutrition for complex neurological conditions like autism and ADHD. For over 20...

Welcome to Episode 247 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  In this episode, we’re diving into a game-changing approach that shifts everything for parents of a child with autism—the power of true connection. Our guest is Amanda Louison, CEO and Senior Program Advisor at The Option Institute and the Autism Treatment Center of America.  She has been immersed in The Son-Rise Program® for over 16 years, wor...

Welcome to Episode 246 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  In this episode, we tackle a critical issue affecting every family—the hidden dangers of screen overuse.  Our guest, Melanie Hempe, is the founder of ScreenStrong, a movement dedicated to helping parents reclaim childhood from the grip of screens. When her oldest son dropped out of college due to video game addiction, Melanie used her nursing b...

Welcome to Episode 245 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  In this episode of Autism Parenting Secrets, we’re joined by Dr. Richard Frye, a renowned child neurologist specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders, to explore the critical medical insights that can help children with autism thrive.  Dr. Frye shares his expertise on mitochondrial dysfunction, immune system dysregulation, and other underlyi...

Welcome to Episode 244 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  In this episode, we welcome back Tracy Slepcevic, a dedicated advocate for parents navigating the autism journey. Tracy—a U.S. Air Force veteran, speaker, and certified integrative health practitioner—is also the author of Warrior Mom: A Mother’s Journey in Healing Her Son with Autism.  Her insights have empowered countless parents, and now she...

Welcome to Episode 243 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Pejman Katiraei (Dr. K) back to the show! Dr. K is one of the nation’s most highly trained integrative pediatricians, dedicated to helping children with learning and behavioral challenges thrive. Since 2008, he has been at the forefront of integrative and holistic medicine, guiding thousands of children with comple...

Welcome to Episode 242 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  In this episode, Dr. Dave Rabin reveals transformative ways to reduce stress and prevent burnout. Dr. Dave is a renowned neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, and trauma expert with over 15 years of groundbreaking research into how chronic stress affects mental and physical health. He’s also the creator of Apollo Neuro, a wearable devic...

Welcome to Episode 241 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  I’m excited to introduce Dr. Will Cole, a leading functional medicine expert and author of several game-changing books, including Ketotarian , Intuitive Fasting, and his latest Gut Feelings , Healing The Shame-Fueled Relationship Between What You Eat and How You Feel. This incredible book reveals the powerful connection between your emotional h...