Your Voice Matters

"We all should be thoughtful of each other. Whether we see something or don't see something, we should all be treated with respect, politeness, and a willingness to learn and grow from whomever we're interacting with." In this episode of Your Voice Matters , host Asma Jacob speaks with Antonio Myers, a dedicated disability advocate and host of the TonioTimeDaily podcast. Antonio shares his inspiri...

"Therapy isn't about fixing someone; it's about empowering them to recognise their own strengths." In this debut episode of Your Voice Matters, host Asma Jacob, founder of Achievable Journey, shares her inspiring story and vision for the podcast. Joined by her friend Jude, Asma discusses her journey as a SEND Holistic Therapist, working with children and adults with special educational needs. Asma...

"Surround yourself with people who understand, and you do find your tribe." In this episode of Your Voice Matters , Asma Jacob chats with Carly Considine, an autistic adult and advocate for the neurodivergent community. Carly shares how her diagnosis brought clarity and improved her mental health, while also opening up about raising three autistic children. She explores the diverse experiences of...

"Strategies are a really important thing with PDA, but we tend not to call them strategies. We refer to them as helpful approaches because there's no one-size-fits-all." In this episode of Your Voice Matters, Asma Jacob talks with Melanie Phipps, a PDA Parenting Mentor and Coach, and a mother of three boys, including one with a PDA profile on the autism spectrum. Melanie shares her personal journe...

"Listen to autistic voices because you will not get the same advice in a book that you would from people who live it every day." In this episode of Your Voice Matters, host Asma Jacob speaks with Carly Considine, an autistic adult and mother of three, about the challenges of isolation and the importance of inclusion within the neurodivergent community. Carly shares her personal experiences with ra...

Welcome to Your Voice Matters , a podcast amplifying the voices of the SEND and neurodivergent community. Hosted by Asma Jacob, a dedicated SEND Therapist with 20+ years of experience, we create a safe space to share stories, build connections, and inspire understanding. In each episode, we explore powerful stories and perspectives from neurodivergent individuals, their families, and professionals...