Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Podcast

Christopher J. Quarto, Ph.D., PLLC
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Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Podcast

The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who specializes in evaluating adults for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!

  1. 18 OCT

    Episode 17 - Pathological Demand Avoidance

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness Diane Gould, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Founder & Executive Director of PDA North America, discusses an issue that impacts some autistic folks – Pathological Demand Avoidance – and how they can deal with this to experience more satisfying lives.  Find out more about Diane and her organization here: https://pdanorthamerica.org/  Also, check out the book she co-authored with Ruth Fidler – Navigating PDA in America - here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1839972742?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_832ECT9B7BV1TW7147JG&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_832ECT9B7BV1TW7147JG&social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_832ECT9B7BV1TW7147JG&skipTwisterOG=1   The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    24 min

  2. 24 SEPT

    Episode 16 - Social Skills & Dating in the Autism World

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Mandy Staehler, MBA, MA-SPED discusses the importance of social skills and how they figure into the dating scene for autistic adults.  Mandy is a PEERS-certified relationship coach and owner of Dating with Autism in Denver, Colorado (https://www.datingwithautism.com/).  (PEERS® for Young Adults is an evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated adults over 20 years of age who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships.) You can contact Mandy here if you have questions about her programs: mandy@datingwithautism.com The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    31 min

  3. 30 AGO

    Episode 15 - Autistic Meltdowns & Burnout

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Katie Oswald, Sarah Knutson and Laura Lewis discuss the nature of autistic meltdowns and burnout.  Katie is the executive director at Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults in Ypsilanti, Michigan (https://fullspectrumasd.org/).  Sarah is a community advisory board member for All Brains Belong VT in Montpelier, Vermont (https://allbrainsbelong.org/).  Katie and Sarah are autistic and members of their respective autism communities.  Laura Lewis, Ph.D., RN is an associate professor of nursing at the University of Vermont and has written extensively on various aspects of autism (https://www.uvm.edu/cnhs/nursing/profiles/laura_foran_lewis_phd). The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    45 min

  4. 20 JUL

    Episode 14 - Work Experiences and Challenges of Two Autistic Women

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast two autistic folks, Liz & Tabatha, discuss their early work experiences, finding their places in the work force and positives and negatives of their work roles.   The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    31 min

  5. 10 JUN

    Episode 13 - Autism Tennessee: Helping Adults Navigate their Autistic Journeys

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Casey Davis, adult program director, and Jessica Moore, executive director at Autism Tennessee discuss how their organization advocates for and supports adult autistic folks across Tennessee and beyond.  Find out more about Autism Tennessee here:  https://autismtennessee.wildapricot.org/ or contact Casey at casey@autismtn.org to find out how you can get involved. The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    36 min

  6. 27 MAY

    Episode 12 - Theory of Mind and Autism

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Kenneth Roberson, a licensed psychologist who specializes in treating autistic adults, discusses theory of mind and other issues pertaining to autistic people.  Find out more about Dr. Roberson here:  https://kennethrobersonphd.com/about-kenneth-roberson-phd/ The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    34 min

  7. 30 ABR

    Episode 11 - Parenting as an Autistic Person

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Wendy Boring-Bray, a licensed professional clinical counselor, discusses the joys and challenges of parenting as an autistic person.  Find out more about Dr. Boring-Bray here:  https://wendyboringbray.com/ The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    37 min

  8. 15 ABR

    Episode 10 - So What Is An Autism Navigator Anyway?

    On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Drew Shaw, M.A., an autism navigator resource specialist with the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAofM) discusses how he connects autistic folks (and others) with the support they need.  As a neurodiverse person himself Drew finds this work to be very rewarding.  Find out more about AAoM’s MiNavigator Program here:  https://autismallianceofmichigan.org/contact-minavigator/ The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com).  Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends.  Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! * https://chrisquarto.com/ Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode?  Check out the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated?  How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely:  “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/

    26 min
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The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who specializes in evaluating adults for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!

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