Pieces For My Puzzle

This episode features an inspiring conversation with Anastasia Arauz, founder of Live Life with Clarity. Anastasia brings over 20 years of experience working with autistic children in public schools and private therapy to her mission of helping families create balance, break generational trauma, and foster healthy systems. Her rich background as a family counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and c...

Join us for an insightful episode featuring Michelle Choairy, founder of Collective Wisdom 4 Complex Kids. Michelle shares her inspiring personal story as the mother of Drake, her son with a rare genetic disorder known as TBR1, which causes autistic traits. Her experience navigating the challenges of raising a complex child led her to create Collective Wisdom 4 Complex Kids, a platform dedicated t...

In this inspiring and insightful episode of Pieces For My Puzzle , we sit down with Gail Ewell, a pioneer in special needs education and the executive director of Hope Technology School in Palo Alto, California. Gail has dedicated her career to transforming education systems to empower neurodiverse children and foster truly inclusive learning environments. During our conversation, Gail shares her...

Parenting teenagers isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to feel impossible. This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Jeanine Mouchawar, a seasoned life coach who specializes in helping parents foster meaningful, conflict-free relationships with their teens. Jeanine combines her personal parenting experience of raising three children—including a neurodivergent child—with her expertise in communication stra...

Education expert and founder of EBL Coaching, Dr. Emily Levy, joins us to share her incredible insights on helping children with special needs excel academically. With decades of experience, Dr. Levy has developed groundbreaking, research-backed teaching methods, including multi-sensory and individualized instruction, that have transformed the way students learn.  During this episode, you'll learn...

Music is more than just entertainment—it's a powerful tool for connection, communication, and healing. On today’s episode, we sit down with Samantha Foote, a board-certified music therapist and expert in neurodivergent care, to explore how music therapy can transform the lives of children with autism and other neurodivergent conditions.  With a career built on strengthening family bonds, enhancing...

Join us this week as we welcome the inspiring Zorina Pritchett to the show! Creator of ZomadicShift and founder of ZoChey, Zorina is not just a game designer—she’s a storyteller, a passionate advocate for children, and a champion of digital balance. After a 30-year career helping veterans access benefits as an Army Veteran herself, Zorina embarked on a new chapter by creating "Pass-n-Play," an inn...

On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Holmes, Owner of BrainCore Neurofeedback in Duluth, GA, and a leading advocate for drug-free, non-invasive therapies for neurological conditions. Dr. Holmes shares her inspiring personal story of helping her daughter overcome ADHD symptoms without medication, a journey that ignited her passion for neurofeedback. Through her work, she’s been empowering famil...

On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Holmes, Owner of BrainCore Neurofeedback in Duluth, GA, and a leading advocate for drug-free, non-invasive therapies for neurological conditions. Dr. Holmes shares her inspiring personal story of helping her daughter overcome ADHD symptoms without medication, a journey that ignited her passion for neurofeedback. Through her work, she’s been empowering famil...

Welcome back to Pieces For My Puzzle, a podcast dedicated to empowering autistic students, parents, educators, and the broader neurodivergent community.  Tune in as we open up the conversation with Dr. Christopher Scott Wyatt, an autistic self-advocate, educator, researcher, and accomplished academic, this podcast dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of navigating the world of higher educat...

Welcome to this week's episode! We are continuing our talk from last week’s episode with the talented Randi-Lee Bowslaugh!  She’s an author, mental health advocate, and former Canadian National Kickboxing Champion. Tune in as we deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of life.  Randi-Lee brings her unique perspective as a parent to a child on the autism spectrum, as well as her own journey of s...

Welcome to this week's episode! Today we talk about mental health, motherhood, and kickboxing with the amazing and talented Randi-Lee Bowslaugh! She’s an author, mental health advocate, and former Canadian National Kickboxing Champion.  Tune in as we deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of life. Randi-Lee brings her unique perspective as a parent to a child on the autism spectrum, as well as...

Welcome to this week's episode! We're back this week with the fabulous Andrea Pollack for Part 2 of our conversation. In this episode, we continue talking about her remarkable transition from a 19-year career in litigation to becoming a dedicated advocate for parents of autistic children. Episode Highlights: Autism Parent Solutions and Mindset Shifts Andrea provides an in-depth overview of the Aut...

Welcome to this week's episode! We're thrilled to have Andrea Pollack join us for an enlightening conversation about her remarkable transition from a 19-year career in litigation to becoming a dedicated advocate for parents of autistic children. Episode Highlights: Andrea shares her unique background and what inspired her to become an advocate. The challenges she faced when transitioning from a le...

Welcome to another insightful episode of our podcast, where we discuss the intersection of Physical Therapy and Autism with our special guest, Dr. Nikki Robinett. About Our Guest: Dr. Nikki is a dedicated physical therapist with over 9 years of experience, specializing in pediatrics for the past 5 years. Based in Arizona, she has an extensive background that includes working in outpatient, aquatic...

Welcome to another insightful episode of our podcast, where we discuss the intersection of Physical Therapy and Autism with our special guest, Dr. Nikki Robinett. About Our Guest: Dr. Nikki is a dedicated physical therapist with over 9 years of experience, specializing in pediatrics for the past 5 years. Based in Arizona, she has an extensive background that includes working in outpatient, aquatic...

In this episode, Lenora Edwards brings in her experience as a board-certified speech-language pathologist to the table, offering insights, practical tips, and expert advice on navigating the complexities of speech therapy for children on the autism spectrum. She’s had the privilege of working closely with individuals across the autism spectrum, from children developing communication skills to adul...

In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed Director, Producer, and Photographer, Jay Silverman, to discuss his latest dramatic feature, Camera . Jay, who has over 40 years of experience in the entertainment industry, shares insights into the making of the film, its themes, and its impact on viewers, particularly within the Special Needs communities. About Our Guest: Jay Silverman is a highly resp...

We continue our conversation with Sonia Chand, a licensed professional counselor with a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Sonia's unique perspective as both a mental health professional and someone diagnosed with autism later in life provides invaluable insights into the autism spectrum. Episode Highlights Daily Life with Autism: Sonia shares her personal experiences, revealing...

Join us with Tracy Slepcevic for a heartfelt and inspiring episode! Episode Highlights: Introduction to Tracy Slepcevic: Discover Tracy's background in integrative health and her profound dedication to the autism community.  Personal Journey: Tracy shares her emotional and resilient story as a mother to her son, Noah, who was diagnosed with autism. Learn how her experiences led her to write the be...

In this episode, we sit down with Jay Silverman, the acclaimed Director, Producer, and Photographer behind the recently released dramatic feature CAMERA. Join us as we explore Jay's unique perspective on filmmaking, his personal connection to the story, and the powerful themes of love and connection that drive the film. About Jay Silverman Jay Silverman is an acclaimed Director, Producer, and Phot...

Join us as we sit down with Sonia Chand, a licensed professional counselor with a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Sonia's unique perspective as both a mental health professional and someone diagnosed with autism later in life provides invaluable insights into the autism spectrum. Who Should Listen? Autism Community: Whether you're on the spectrum, know someone who is, or are...

We continue our this episode with Tracy Slepcevic on another heartfelt and inspiring episode! Episode Highlights: Integrative Health for Special Needs: Tracy discusses how holistic approaches can benefit families with special needs children. She shares insights into the challenges of broader acceptance and offers strategies for overcoming these obstacles. Exciting Developments: Discover the latest...

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Russ Solomon, the founder of InTune Parents. Russ shares his incredible insights on how parents of children with special needs can find peace and clarity, even in the most challenging moments. He discusses his MasterClass offerings and provides a free 15-minute parent wellness assessment aimed at supporting parents in a unique, non-sales-pitch way. Key P...

We continue from last week’s episode with guest speaker, Russ Solomon, the founder of InTune Parents. In this episode, we sit down with Russ to explore ways parents of children with special needs can find peace and clarity, no matter what challenges they face. Russ shares valuable strategies and success stories that can inspire and empower parents in their daily lives. Additionally, we discuss the...