Growing Through Autism

Erin Uiagalelei
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Erin Uiagalelei is a parent to a non-speaking autistic son. Growing Through Autism is a podcast where she shares her experiences and person growth as she's learned to navigate services, bio-medical approaches, and how to advocate for her son, Noa. The intention for the show is to share ideas, build community and to remind you that you're not alone on this journey.

Episodes

  1. Co-Regulation & Intentional Motor with Erin Clarelli Part 2

    11/13/2024

    Co-Regulation & Intentional Motor with Erin Clarelli Part 2

    In this episode of the Growing Through Autism podcast, Erin continues her conversation with Erin Clarelli, an occupational therapist. They dive a bit deeper into intentional motor and the way cognitive motor control (initiation, sustaining, and inhibition) plays a role. Then they discuss how pushing just past that comfort zone, helps to propel you to the next level of growth. There is a lot of great, practical information.

    32 min
  2. Co-Regulation & Intentional Motor with Erin Clarelli Part 1

    11/06/2024

    Co-Regulation & Intentional Motor with Erin Clarelli Part 1

    In this episode of Growing Through Autism, Erin has a conversation with Erin Clarelli, a licensed occupational therapist and owner of Sunrise Therapies. They discuss co-regulation and how our mindset and own regulation play a large role. Then they get into intentional motor and body coaching. The conversation is split into two parts so you have time to digest all of the valuable information and strategies Erin Clarelli shares. Websites: https://erinclarelli.com/ - support for OTs https://www.sunrisetherapiesinc.com/ - intentional motor coaching https://www.otlevelup.com/ - support for OTs and parents Link to course for OTs https://www.otlevelup.com/amplifyingcompetence Instagram @sunrise.therapies Facebook Erin Clarelli OT

    28 min
  3. Brain-Body Disconnect & Text Based Communication w/ Julie Sando Part 2

    06/19/2024

    Brain-Body Disconnect & Text Based Communication w/ Julie Sando Part 2

    In this episode of the Growing Through Autism podcast, Erin continues her conversation with Julie Sando, Director and Founder of Autistically Inclined. They talk about text based communication and the 3 step process Julie guides families through to get there. During their discussion they also touch on the power of community, Family Spellers Camp, and Julie shares about Jakob, a young man whose life has changed dramatically after learning how to use text based communication.

    50 min
  4. Brain-Body Disconnect & Text Based Communication w/ Julie Sando Part 1

    06/12/2024

    Brain-Body Disconnect & Text Based Communication w/ Julie Sando Part 1

    In this episode of Growing Through Autism, Erin has a conversation with Julie Sando, Director and Founder of Autistically Inclined. They discuss the brain-body disconnect and how understanding this can transform how we support our autistic loved ones. During the conversation, they also talk about purposeful movement and text based communication. There is so much goodness in this episode that it had to be expanded to two parts. Part 2 will be released on Wednesday June 19, 2024. Autistically Inclined: https://www.autisticallyinclined.com/ Communication for Education: https://www.communicationforeducation.com/ Teva Community: https://tevacommunity.org/

    28 min
  5. Agency & Autonomy

    05/15/2024

    Agency & Autonomy

    In this episode of Growing Through Autism, Erin shares about how she is supporting Noa to expand his agency and autonomy as he transitions into adulthood. Definitions of independence, agency, and autonomy are adaptations of the Communication for Education descriptions. You can learn more at ⁠https://www.communicationforeducation.com

    17 min
  6. Our Story

    05/01/2024

    Our Story

    Welcome to the Growing Through Autism Podcast! This is a place to share ideas in a supportive community. In this episode, Erin shares her intention for creating the show. She goes back to the beginning of her journey to walk you through how she's gotten to where she's at, in hopes that something will resonate with you and leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and seen. Let's grow through autism together!

    28 min
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About

Erin Uiagalelei is a parent to a non-speaking autistic son. Growing Through Autism is a podcast where she shares her experiences and person growth as she's learned to navigate services, bio-medical approaches, and how to advocate for her son, Noa. The intention for the show is to share ideas, build community and to remind you that you're not alone on this journey.

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