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Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio

Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio

By: MHNR Network LLC
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Welcome to Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio, featuring viewpoints and insights about autism for parents and professionals who support children with autism every day. We select our speakers and guests based on their expertise and experience in the field of autism, and we want this program to bring you fresh ideas, practical tips and renewed hope. The ideas and opinions expressed on this program are not necessarily the viewpoint of Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health.Copyright MHNR Network, LLC Hygiene & Healthy Living Parenting & Families Physical Illness & Disease Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Relationships
Episodes
  • Introducing All Abilities, No Filter: Honest Conversations from the Front Lines of Autism Care

    Introducing All Abilities, No Filter: Honest Conversations from the Front Lines of Autism Care
    Jul 23 2025
    In this special Converge Autism feature, we’re proud to introduce All Abilities, No Filter—a bold new podcast hosted by a team of educators, clinicians, and advocates who are reshaping how we talk about autism, disability, and behavioral health. Join Jake Edgar, Lily Howard, Hannah Jernigan, and Dr. Brandon Clark as they share raw, unfiltered insights from their work inside classrooms, clinics, and family systems. With equal parts expertise and empathy, these hosts explore everything from IEP challenges and professional burnout to personal stories of neurodivergence and advocacy in action. This isn’t just another autism podcast—it’s a space where honesty leads, stigma unravels, and real voices are heard. Tune in and experience why All Abilities, No Filter is changing the conversation.

    www.allabilitiesnofilter.com
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    57 mins
  • Assessing Benefits, Debunking Myths & Elevating ABA Practice

    Assessing Benefits, Debunking Myths & Elevating ABA Practice
    Jul 16 2025
    Join Dr. Stephanie on Converge Autism Radio with special guest Courtney Lasky, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA and PhD candidate, as they unpack the real-world impact of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in autism. Courtney shares insights from her 10+ years leading compassionate, trauma-informed clinical teams at ABS Kids, explores common myths, highlights crucial components of effective ABA care, and reveals how leadership strategies can foster psychological safety in therapy settings. Whether you're a caregiver, clinician, or advocate, this episode offers fresh perspectives and practical guidance to support autistic individuals and their families with dignity and expertise.

    About the speaker: Courtney Lasky, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
    Courtney Lasky is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) amd PhD candidate with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). As the Director of Clinical Operations for ABS Kids, she leads clinical teams in providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and families.

    Recognized as a subject matter expert, Courtney has been featured on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace and the Dr. Drew Podcast, where she shares her insights on behavior analysis and its broader applications. She is passionate about leadership, staff training, and fostering psychological safety within clinical teams.
    Beyond her professional work, Courtney is a dedicated wife and mother of six, living in Irmo, South Carolina. Balancing a thriving career with a full and adventurous family life, she brings both expertise and heart to everything she does.
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    33 mins
  • Healing the Inflamed Brain: Stem Cells, Autism, and the Future of Regenerative Medicine

    Healing the Inflamed Brain: Stem Cells, Autism, and the Future of Regenerative Medicine
    Jul 14 2025
    In this powerful episode of Converge Autism Radio, Dr. Stephanie Holmes speaks with Dr. Eric Weiss—surgeon, stem cell pioneer, and father to a son on the spectrum. Driven by personal experience, Dr. Weiss shares the emotional and scientific journey that led him to explore stem cell therapy for autism. From groundbreaking brain inflammation research to real-world results with his son, this conversation unpacks the potential of regenerative medicine to improve quality of life for autistic individuals. Listeners will learn about:
    • The link between brain inflammation and autism symptoms
    • How umbilical cord stem cells are being used safely and effectively
    • Why stem cell therapy may open new doors for older autistic individuals
    • The personal breakthroughs that changed Dr. Weiss’s career path
    • How diet, gut health, and stem cells can support a holistic healing journey
    Whether you're a parent, professional, or curious soul, this episode brings fresh insight and real hope.

    Dr. Eric Weiss is a board‑certified plastic surgeon and former U.S. Navy Commander who pivoted his career to regenerative medicine after his son Marston was diagnosed with autism and showed remarkable gains following umbilical cord stem cell therapy. Now serving as Medical Director of the Autism Program at Miami Stem Cell and founder of North Florida Stem Cells, he has treated over 400 children with data-driven protocols—reporting developmental improvements in about 65–70% of them—using MSCs, exosomes, MRI/EEG monitoring, and rigorous safety standards. He’s also co‑author of Educating Marston and a frequent podcast guest, sharing both personal experience and emerging science in autism care.

    https://northfloridastemcells.com/
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    44 mins
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