Neurodiversally Speaking

Brittany Clark (SLP) & Shawna Fleming (BCBA)

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Join Brittany (SLP) & Shawna (BCBA) as they dive into the world of neurodiversity. Each episode, they discuss insights, tips, and collaboration strategies for both parents & professionals alike, through the lens of their real-life experiences as mothers & clinicians.

2h ago

Back To School: Smooth Transitions Part 1

Back to school can be a wild ride for both kids and parents, and in this episode, we’re diving deep into how to make that transition as smooth as butter. We’ll explore how the shift from laid-back summer vibes to the structured school routine can feel like jumping from a cozy hammock into a cold pool. From tackling morning meltdowns to navigating the chaos of new classrooms, we’ve got practical tips to help everyone find their groove again. Timestamps: (01:36) - Welcome (05:26) - Story Time! (11:35) - Get Our Of Your Mind & Into Your Life Book (20:06) - Morning Routines & Managing Chaos (35:44) - The Drop Off (48:38) - Talking Through The Steps (54:54) - When Routines Come In Handy (01:03:12) - Keeping The Language Simple (01:12:06) - Setting Up Before Back To School Season (01:18:35) - Closing Mentioned In This Episode: Elemenoe Transition Toolkit - Back to School editionThe Kissing Hand by Aubrey PennGet Out Of Your Mind and Into Your Life by Steven C. Hayes **** Visit The Sensory Supply for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire. Learn about our clinic Elemenoe where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning. Visit neurodiversallyspeaking.com for all podcast & show info: Follow us: InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTok Contact: Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com
Jul 27

Our Origin Story w/ Producer Allan

Today, we're welcoming on Allan Giron - Founder of The Sensory Supply and producer of the podcast! We'll kick things off by reminiscing about how we first crossed paths two years ago at the Geneva Centre for Autism Symposium in Toronto and how the seed for the podcast was planted. We'll talk about how the 3 of us just clicked from the get-go and look back on what an incredible journey we've been on together since then, filled with learning, laughter, and a few surprises along the way. Tune in to catch the behind-the-scenes insights and feel-good moments that have made this podcast a true labor of love and listen for a fun update about the podcast at Geneva Centre for Autism Symposium 2026! Timestamps: (01:35) - Welcome & Meet Allan (07:57) - Allan's Background (10:37) - How We Met! (20:42) - The Journey to Podcasting: From Conference to Collaboration (30:27) - Reflections on the Podcast Journey (38:21) - Future Plans and Upcoming Events (43:32) - Reflections on a Full Year of Podcasting Mentioned In This Episode: Geneva Centre for Autism Symposium 2026 **** Visit The Sensory Supply for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire. Learn about our clinic Elemenoe where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning. Visit neurodiversallyspeaking.com for all podcast & show info: Follow us: InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTok Contact: Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com
Jul 13

Celebrating 1 Year Of The Podcast!

Today we're hitting a major milestone - it's been one whole year since we started this podcast journey! 🎉 Can you believe it? In this episode, we're taking a moment to reflect on the fun ride we’ve had over the last 25 episodes since starting Neurodiversally Speaking, sharing our absolute favourite moments and conversations that really made an impact. From deep diving into autism and neurodiversity to exploring practical tips for parents and professionals alike, we’ve covered a lot of ground together. Join us as we reminisce about the laughs, lessons, and everything in between from our first year of podcasting! Timestamps: (01:37) - Welcome & Intro (06:09) - Bad Behaviour - What Are Kids Telling Us? (12:58) - PDA w/ Dr. Hilda Ho (21:26) - Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) w/ Brooke Rea (28:02) - Play & Belonging For All: The London Children’s Museum (36:08) - Collaboration In Care w/ OutGrow Therapeutics (41:41) - Play Is The Point (48:15) - Favourite Moments! (59:31) - Thank You! (01:00:40) - Bloopers **** Visit The Sensory Supply for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire. Learn about our clinic Elemenoe where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning. Visit neurodiversallyspeaking.com for all podcast & show info: Follow us: InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTok Contact: Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com
Jun 29

When It's Not Just Picky Eating: ARFID w/ Autism Out Loud

Welcoming back one of our favourite guests, Mercedes Palermo - founder of Autism Out Loud. Mercedes is a registered nurse and dedicated mom to her autistic daughter who has an ARFID diagnoses (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). Throughout our conversation, Mercedes shares her family's journey with ARFID while highlighting the challenges that many individuals with ARFID face on a daily basis and how adjusting expectations around eating can transform mealtimes from a battlefield into a more peaceful & positive experience. Get ready to gather some practical tips that could make a world of difference for parents and caregivers navigating the tricky waters of ARFID & selective eating. Timestamps: (01:35) - Welcome & Introduction (15:37) - Welcome Mercedes (20:42) - Food Challenges with ARFID (34:01) - Family Dynamics and Eating Challenges (43:27) - Back To Us! (51:02) - The Importance of Evaluation in Feeding Therapy (58:01) - ARFID: A Neuro-Affirming Approach to Feeding (01:10:45) - New Approaches in Feeding Interventions (01:20:41) - Are We Making Progress? Mentioned In This Episode: Behavioural Integrated with Speech approach, known as BITES®Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) Resource Follow Autism Out Loud: Instagram: @autismoutloudFacebook: Autism Out Loud **** Visit The Sensory Supply for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire. Learn about our clinic Elemenoe where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning. Visit neurodiversallyspeaking.com for all podcast & show info: Follow us: InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTok Contact: Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com
Jun 15

Inclusion & Building Community w/ Ability Hive

Today, we're sitting down with Kim Vincent, Co-Founder of Ability Hive to learn about how one family's journey inspired a new wave of inclusivity. Ability Hive is a Canadian retail business based just outside Ottawa that focuses on sensory and therapeutic tools for individuals with disabilities and diverse sensory needs. Inspired by his journey as a parent to two neurodivergent children, Kim is passionate about creating inclusive solutions that support families and caregivers. Through Ability Hive, he combines lived experience with entrepreneurship to make a meaningful impact in the disability community. Timestamps: (01:34) - Welcome (02:50) - Meet Kim (04:43) - Our Family's Early Journey (14:49) - Our First Accessible Halloween Event (27:12) - Community and Support for Neurodivergent Adults (33:38) - Our Focus On Quality Products (42:23) - We're Opening a Physical Store! (47:06) - The Challenges of Parenting and Business (54:06) - Creating Community Through Thoughtful Design (56:57) - Dreaming Big: Future Ideas Mentioned In This Episode: Accessible Halloween Event InformationBouncy Board by Bouncyband Follow Ability Hive: Instagram: @abilityhiveFacebook: @abilityhiveTiktok: @abilityhiveLinkedIn: @abilityhiveWebsite: abilityhive.ca **** Visit The Sensory Supply for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire. Learn about our clinic Elemenoe where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning. Visit neurodiversallyspeaking.com for all podcast & show info: Follow us: InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTok Contact: Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com
Jun 1

Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) w/ Brooke Rea

Today, we're talking about Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) with special guest Brooke Rea, an expert SLP who's got all the right credentials and then some. She’ll breaking down what CAS really is, especially for parents who might be scratching their heads wondering why their little one seems to struggle with speech. Brooke gives us the lowdown on the signs of CAS, the importance of early intervention, and how this disorder can sometimes play peek-a-boo with autism, making it tricky for parents to know what's what. Brooke Rea is Apraxia Kids Recognized for Advanced Training in Childhood Apraxia of Speech. She owns a mid-size private practice in Guelph, Ontario, where her own time is restricted to children with motor speech disorders. She spends considerable paid and volunteer time supporting professionals and parents with CAS throughout Canada and we're so glad to welcome her to the show! Timestamps: (01:35) - Welcome (02:42) - Meet Brooke (20:12) - When To Seek Expert Help (36:24) - The Distinction Between Apraxia and Speech Delay (45:01) - Communication Challenges in Children Mentioned In This Episode: apraxia-kids.orgparent.apraxia-kids.orgchildapraxiatreatment.orghttps://childapraxiatreatment.org/parents/ Brooke is the owner of Childhood Apraxia & Speech Therapy Centre in Guelph https://apraxiaspeechtherapy.ca/ More About Brooke: Brooke Rea is Apraxia Kids Recognized for Advanced Training in Childhood Apraxia of Speech. She owns a mid-size private practice in Guelph, Ontario, where her own time is restricted to children with motor speech disorders. She spends considerable paid and volunteer time supporting professionals and parents with CAS throughout Canada. She has lectured at numerous university and college programs and has been an invited speaker at conferences and workshops across North America to speak about childhood apraxia and pediatric motor speech disorders. Brooke is licensed with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) and a Certified SLP with Speech-Language & Audiology of Canada. In addition, Brooke sits on the Apraxia Kids Professional Advisory Council, is a founding member and current chair of Apraxia Kids Canada and is the founder and moderator of The CAS Collective. Follow Brooke: Instagram: @apraxiaspeechtherapyX: @apraxiaSLPBluesky: @brookereaslp.bsky.socialFacebook Page: @apraxiaspeechtherapyLinkedIn: @brookereaWebsite: apraxiaspeechtherapy.ca **** Visit The Sensory Supply for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire. Learn about our clinic Elemenoe where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning. Visit neurodiversallyspeaking.com for all podcast & show info: Follow us: InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTok Contact: Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com
May 18

Eating & Feeding: Instagram vs. Reality

Let's face it, navigating the world of picky and selective eaters can feel like trying to solve a Rubik's cube...while blindfolded! In this intro to our "Eating & Feeding" series, we'll discuss the ins and outs of feeding our young neurodiverse kiddos while breaking down the differences between picky and selective eaters, and share our own relatable mom struggles to dish out real-life strategies that actually work. We'll also tackle common misconceptions by reviewing instagram advice vs reality and provide actionable strategies to help you create a more positive mealtime experience by understanding the developmental phases of eating to practical tips on how to encourage variety - without pressure. Timestamps: (01:25) - Welcome (12:24) - Selective Eating vs. Picky Eating (17:09) - ARFID and Picky Eating (28:03) - Mealtime Challenges (30:11) - Dinner Routines and Strategies (43:41) - Separate Meals As A Strategy (48:31) - Encouraging Kids to Try New Foods (51:48) - "They'll Eat When They're Hungry.." (01:01:20) - The Shift in Feeding Therapy Approaches (01:05:33) - Take Home Message Episode References: Pjetraj, D., Pjetraj, A., Sayed, D., (...), Lionetti, M.E. (2025) Decoding Picky Eating in Children: A Temporary Phase or a Hidden Health Concern?. Nutrients.Breiner, C.E., Knedgen, M.M., Proctor, K.B., Zickgraf, H.F. (2024) Relation between ARFID symptomatology and picky eating onset and duration. Eating Behaviors.Silvers, E., Erlich, K. (2023) Picky eating or something more? Differentiating ARFID from typical childhood development. Nurse Practitioner.Zickgraf, H.F., Richard, E., Zucker, N.L., Wallace, G.L. (2022) Rigidity and Sensory Sensitivity: Independent Contributions to Selective Eating in Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults. Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology.Bayoumi, S.C., Halkett, A., Miller, M., Hinshaw, S.P. (2025) Food selectivity and eating difficulties in adults with autism and/or ADHD. Autism.Chiong, T.X.B., Tan, M.L.N., Lim, T.S.H., (...), Aw, M.M. (2024) Selective Feeding—An Under-Recognised Contributor to Picky Eating. Nutrients.Tarawneh, A., Al-Dhmour, H., Almajali, R.M., (...), Mahgoub, S.S. (2024) Zinc and Growth with Picky Eating in a Jordan Pediatric Clinic: An Observational Study. Jordan Medical Journal.Zohar, A.H., Pick, S., Lev-Ari, L., Bachner-Melman, R. (2020) A longitudinal study of maternal feeding and children's picky eating. Appetite.Pesch, M.H., Bauer, K.W., Christoph, M.J., (...), Neumark-Sztainer, D. (2020) Young adult nutrition and weight correlates of picky eating during childhood. Public Health Nutrition.Page, S.D., Souders, M.C., Kral, T.V.E., (...), Pinto-Martin, J. (2022) Correlates of Feeding Difficulties Among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.Sarnataro, R., Siracusano, M., Campanile, R., (...), Mazzone, L. (2025) Relationship Between Food Selectivity, Adaptive Functioning and Behavioral Profile in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Behavioral Sciences.Zhang, S., Hu, R., Zhao, S. (2024) Autistic traits and ARFID-associated eating behaviors in preschoolers: Mediating effects of sensory processing patterns. Appetite.Harris, H.A., Bowling, A., Santos, S., (...), Jansen, P.W. (2022) Child ADHD and autistic traits, eating behaviours and weight: A population-based study. Pediatric Obesity.Ariyanti, F.W., Fatmawati, A., Sari, I.P. (2023) Factors Associated with Picky Eating in Preschool Children. Amerta Nutrition.Patel, M.D., Donovan, S.M., Lee, S.-Y. (2020) Considering nature and nurture in the etiology and prevention of picky eating: A narrative review. Nutrients.Chilman, L., Kennedy-Behr, A., Frakking, T., (...), Verdonck, M. (2021) Picky eating in children: A scoping review to examine its intrinsic and extrinsic features and how they relate to identification. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.Wang, J., Wu, R.-X., Cheng, X.-W., (...), Zhu, D.-Q. (2021) Moderating effect of children's temperament on the relationships between parental feeding practices and their preschoolers' picky eating. Zhongguo Ertong Baojian Zazhi.Diamantis, D.V., Emmett, P.M., Taylor, C.M. (2023) Effect of being a persistent picky eater on feeding difficulties in school-aged children. Appetitea href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.appet.2023.106483" rel="noopener noreferrer"...
May 4

School Strategies w/ Dr. Emily Levy

Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Emily Levy to the podcast! Emily is the founder and director of EBL Coaching, a specialized tutoring program that offers individualized one-on-one home, virtual, and on-site instruction using research-based, multi-sensory techniques. In this episode, we’re diving deep with Dr. Emily Levy, who’s all about turning educational struggles into success stories. We tackle the common hurdles parents face when their little ones hit the classroom—whether it’s reading, writing, or math—and how to advocate for their needs without breaking a sweat. Emily provides us with great advice on practical strategies that can turn those sometimes tough school days into long lasting positive memories. So, if you’re looking for ways to help your child thrive in school, you’re in the right place. Timestamps: (01:27) - Welcome (02:08) - Meet Emily (04:00) - Parent Challenges and Advocacy (09:15) - Early Recommendations From Emily (15:31) - Understanding Perfectionism and Its Impact on Neurodivergent Learners (22:39) - Signs To Look For (33:44) - Strategies for Time Management (42:05) - Reading Components for Neurodiverse Learners (46:23) - Engaging Students Through Multi-Sensory Approaches (52:50) - Emily's Educational Resources Mentioned In This Episode: EBL Coaching5 Best Apps for Students With ADHD About Dr. Emily Levy: Dr. Emily Levy is the founder and director of EBL Coaching, a specialized tutoring program that offers individualized one-on-one home, virtual, and on-site instruction using research-based, multi-sensory techniques. She graduated from Brown University and received her Master's Degree in Special Education from Nova University in Florida as well as her Doctorate Degree in Education from Nova University. She is also the author of Strategies for Study Success, a 22-part student workbook series that teaches students strategies for reading comprehension, writing, note taking, and executive functioning skills; the Flags and Stars Orton Gillingham student workbook program; and the Flags and Starts multi-sensory math student workbook program. Follow Dr. Emily Levy: InstagramTikTokXYouTubeFacebookLinkedInWebsite **** Visit The Sensory Supply for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire. Learn about our clinic Elemenoe where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning. Visit neurodiversallyspeaking.com for all podcast & show info: Follow us: InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTok Contact: Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com

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Join Brittany (SLP) & Shawna (BCBA) as they dive into the world of neurodiversity. Each episode, they discuss insights, tips, and collaboration strategies for both parents & professionals alike, through the lens of their real-life experiences as mothers & clinicians.

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