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Special Guest: Lisa Baskin Wright; Neurodiversity Affirming IEPs

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In this episode, Heather and Kerissa chat with Lisa Baskin Wright (IEP Coach) about Neurodiversity Affirming IEPs. Lisa discusses her journey and experiences in supporting families with PDA learners. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity and humanizing the child in the IEP process. Lisa also highlights the challenges faced by parents and the need for a common understanding with the school team. She shares examples of advocating for fair and appropriate education for PDA learners, including the establishment of alternative locations. The conversation concludes with a discussion on involving the child in the IEP meeting and the potential impact it can have. Lisa shares tips and suggestions for parents navigating IEP meetings. She emphasizes the importance of preparing before the meeting by submitting a parent input statement that includes important information about the child. Lisa also discusses the need to define engagement and early cues of nervous system activation to support the child effectively.
Lisa has several courses on IEPs for neurodivergent learners and a specific course on supporting PDA learners. Lisa has various supports she offers, including group coaching, one-on-one consultations, and ongoing assistance with IEPs.
Learn more about Lisa on her website: https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/
Find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lisabaskinwright/
Join Heather & Kerissa as they share from an authentic & real life perspective with in-depth conversations around neurodiversity, PDA autism profile, and the autistic experience. This on occasion includes sensitive and difficult topics. (Topics include but not limited to; mental health crisis, depression, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and suicidal ideation.) All listeners need to be aware of their own emotional wellbeing and ability to engage in such topics.
We offer connection, community & co-regulation. (And a few laughs!)
Journeys With PDA (Heather & Kerissa) and any special guests are not able to diagnose or prescribe treatments. All information is for educational purposes.
To learn more about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) autism profile visit our website at https://journeyswithpda.com/
Heather & Kerissa are Certified PDA Trainers. They offer advocacy, education & family support through one-on-one coaching sessions.
You can connect with Heather & Kerissa through their website and on social media.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/journeyswithpda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journeys_with_pda/

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1. Special Guest: Lisa Baskin Wright; Neurodiversity Affirming IEPs (00:00:00)

2. [Ad] iMOM Podcast (00:09:52)

3. (Cont.) Special Guest: Lisa Baskin Wright; Neurodiversity Affirming IEPs (00:10:40)

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In this episode, Heather and Kerissa chat with Lisa Baskin Wright (IEP Coach) about Neurodiversity Affirming IEPs. Lisa discusses her journey and experiences in supporting families with PDA learners. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity and humanizing the child in the IEP process. Lisa also highlights the challenges faced by parents and the need for a common understanding with the school team. She shares examples of advocating for fair and appropriate education for PDA learners, including the establishment of alternative locations. The conversation concludes with a discussion on involving the child in the IEP meeting and the potential impact it can have. Lisa shares tips and suggestions for parents navigating IEP meetings. She emphasizes the importance of preparing before the meeting by submitting a parent input statement that includes important information about the child. Lisa also discusses the need to define engagement and early cues of nervous system activation to support the child effectively.
Lisa has several courses on IEPs for neurodivergent learners and a specific course on supporting PDA learners. Lisa has various supports she offers, including group coaching, one-on-one consultations, and ongoing assistance with IEPs.
Learn more about Lisa on her website: https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/
Find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lisabaskinwright/
Join Heather & Kerissa as they share from an authentic & real life perspective with in-depth conversations around neurodiversity, PDA autism profile, and the autistic experience. This on occasion includes sensitive and difficult topics. (Topics include but not limited to; mental health crisis, depression, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and suicidal ideation.) All listeners need to be aware of their own emotional wellbeing and ability to engage in such topics.
We offer connection, community & co-regulation. (And a few laughs!)
Journeys With PDA (Heather & Kerissa) and any special guests are not able to diagnose or prescribe treatments. All information is for educational purposes.
To learn more about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) autism profile visit our website at https://journeyswithpda.com/
Heather & Kerissa are Certified PDA Trainers. They offer advocacy, education & family support through one-on-one coaching sessions.
You can connect with Heather & Kerissa through their website and on social media.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/journeyswithpda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journeys_with_pda/

iMOM Podcast
If you need a mom friend right now, you’ve come to the right place. On iMOM.com we...
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Support the Show.

https://journeyswithpda.com

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Special Guest: Lisa Baskin Wright; Neurodiversity Affirming IEPs (00:00:00)

2. [Ad] iMOM Podcast (00:09:52)

3. (Cont.) Special Guest: Lisa Baskin Wright; Neurodiversity Affirming IEPs (00:10:40)

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