THE SJ CHILDS SHOW-Building a Community of Inclusion

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how your family's past could be affecting your present relationships? In a fascinating conversation with life coach and family constellations facilitator Liza Miron, we uncover the power of ancestral connections and the impact they could have on your life. Liza, originally from Guatemala, shares her journey of discovering family constellation therapy an...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you're on a constant quest to find new ways to connect with others and protect your child with food allergies? You're not alone! Join me as I share my personal journey as a mom in this challenging situation, navigating the anxiety and lack of awareness that often comes with a food allergy diagnosis. Together, we'll explore my mission to provide non-fo...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could spot the warning signs of substance abuse in your teen and effectively guide them through this challenging issue? Join us as we welcome back Richard, our most frequent guest with a wealth of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. He shares invaluable insights from his book, The Addicted Child A Parents' Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if there's more to chiropractic care than just relieving back pain? In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Anthony Cutting, a chiropractor with a passion for alternative medicine, and the impact it can have on our lives. Inspired by his father's experience with a birth defect in his lumbar spine, Dr. Cutting shared his jour...

Send us Fan Mail If there's one thing I enjoy, it is talking about the brain and how it functions, Today I have the honor of speaking with Dr. Christopher K Slaton, a neuroscientist here to tell parents how to understand their children, their behavior, and help forge a path of least resistance through understanding their brains and its functions. This is an engaging and intellectual conversat...

Send us Fan Mail It's May, Mental Health Awareness Month, and I am having a conversation with Author, Blogger, and Podcaster Randi Lee Bowslaugh.  Struggling with her own mental illness and also dealing with the grief from the loss of a loved one. Randi shares her inspiration of being a passionate writer and storyteller.   https://www.rbwriting.ca Thank you to all my listeners, I appreciate y...

Send us Fan Mail I absolutely love when an opportunity comes to support an outstanding youth figure in the community. At only 15 years old Asher Warren (pen name) published his first novel, Maniacal. Great listen for an inspiring story of dedication, perseverance, and belief in yourself at a young age!  https://www.amazon.com/Maniacal-Maddox-Duology-Asher-Warren/dp/B0BW28MMNR/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Jessica Speer. She is the author of 3 books, BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends), Middle School (Safety Googles Advised), and The Phone Book. She helps youth discover, evaluate and value friendships and the complexities of relationships. A fantastic listen and even better resource for teens, and preteens in the most important years...

Send us Fan Mail There are 186 Million Autistics in the World Today- Here's the story of ONE amazing guy- Andrew Bennett, a Texas native, who shares his vulnerable and inspiring story on his journey as an autistic man. The support he received, and the struggles he went through.  I'm honored he chose to share his insight and experiences with me today.  Conversations like this will help sh...

Send us Fan Mail Parental Guidance for Sensitive Topics of Grief.  In this episode, I have a deep meaningful discussion with the Author of the book BigBoldBrave- a story of grief and resilience. Clint has a powerful message for youth and parents, and I'm so happy to share his story today. Please check out his website to get your copy of BigBoldBrave today! https://www.bigboldbrave.us/ Support...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Dr. Debbie Steinberg Kuntz, the founder of Bright & Quirky, regarding resources, summits, masterclasses, and coaching for twice exceptional families. In a world where resources are hard to find, isolation is too easy to fall into, ensure you're looking at all the opportunities and options for your child. Please check out...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I had a delightful and educative conversation with Robert and Nicole Morong, After years of teaching and constantly seeing kids struggle with typing shoes, Robert invented a system of shoelace tying that is possible for toddlers, special needs kids and adults that haven't had success with shoe tying in the past. Check out their website at: https://www.trainin...

Send us Fan Mail I have a heartwarming and inspiring conversation with health and wellness coach Sasha Rogers in this episode. She helps people (especially women) find a healthy balance in life.  We find so many things that resonate with one another and make great connections in this conversation! Enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/sasha_fitcounselor https://www.facebook.com/Sasha.inneranthemacademy...

Send us Fan Mail In this Bonus episode of Season 7, I talk with Amy Nielsen, she is a Mom, Author of a Teen Book Series, and also a couple of autism books. We have a fantastic discussion of her new upcoming book (please click the link for her website below to order) and her plans for the future~ I was waiting to air this as close to her book release date as possible! Go check her out today and Enj...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have an educational and valuable discussion with Dr. Danny Brassell, he's an international reading specialist and best-selling author. Teaching kids the love of reading for the love it! Great episode for parents, educators, grandparents, and more! Full of reading tips, advice, and positive solutions!  Check out his reading program, and books. Click the link...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I revisit Nancy Willard from Season 1 Episode 1 What an honor to see the growth and achievements we both have been blessed with! Today Nancy is here to reintroduce her newly republished Teen and Adolescent Books on Youth Empowerment and Self-Care through discipline and commitments to yourself!  I have all the books and sites listed below~ https://www.embracecivili...

Send us Fan Mail Hello and welcome to Season 7 where we will explore Purposeful Parenting with specialists, parents, and service providers to bring the best-updated parenting advice, tips, and resources. Our first guest is an International child specialist, with over 16 years of teaching experience and well into his journey of parenting 2 children also, please welcome Jesse Sweed. This episode is...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I meet with the author of Warrior Mom an Autism book related to helping relieve your child's challenges with holistic programs and ideas. Changing DJ's diet was imperative when I learned that gluten and casein were proteins causing inflammation in both DJ's brain and gut Decreasing his ability to speak and causing a lot of stimming behaviors. After...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Paul Isaacs an Ambassador for Anna Kennedy from the UK. He has an active blog I follow on Facebook and we finally had the chance to sit down and hear his story. Inspiring and filled with his view from the Autism Spectrum as well as other  Support the show SJ CHILDS - SOCIALS & WEBSITE MASTER LIST WEBSITES - Stream-Able Live...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have an uplifting and inspiring conversation with new Autism mom and author of God's Precious Gifts-A Story of God's Love for Children with Special Needs. This discussion covers many aspects of motherhood, parenting, the diagnosis process, and the story of her new book. Support her and buy the book at the links below! https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Precio...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, first off special shout out to my sis-in-love Vera Frederich, she is not only my heart's closest autism mentor, but she also referred this beautiful young lady to me for an interview.  Alexandra came to the school Vera works out to read her amazing books to the kiddos, Vera sent me a picture of the book and I reached out to her for an interview! It's a q...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have the great honor of speaking to an Icon and Pioneer of Autism related services. Doreen Granpeeshah opened the CARD center in 1979 and now there are more than 280+ centers across the nation. She is a very intellectual, compassionate, and inspiring woman. She has a daytime Live show on the "Autism Live" show on the Autism Network. You can check her o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have an exciting conversation with a musician and pro wrestler out of Australia, Gareth Holmes. Growing up in a 9th generation of music, it was a natural thing for Gareth to enjoy, but with his love of physical activity and pushing himself to achieve his dreams, he became a pro wrestler and is carving out a career of living out his dreams!   Support the show SJ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode with C.S. Wyatt, an autistic blogger, former educator, IEP and Disability Education Law advocate, we dive deep into the American School System, its systematic issues, dilemmas, and advice on how to help change the information~ Check out his blog here: https://theautisticme.blogspot.com/ Support the show SJ CHILDS - SOCIALS & WEBSITE MASTER LIST WEBSITES - Strea...

Send us Fan Mail This is one of those AH HAH moments episodes. You know what I mean, that moment you realize, have I just discovered a piece of myself through another? So profound. Harri James O'Kelley, for those who do not know, is a legendary actress, filmmaker, director, and producer of this era! Go check out the fantastic works shes been a part of, not to mention the reason she is here to...