# 034 Grace in the Growing: A Mother's Journey Through Autism, Service, and Strength

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Podcast: [Emerging with Grace: Navigating Life's Transitions](https://stenobird.com/podcast/emerging-with-grace-navigating-life-s-transitions-6692340)
Published: 2025-12-16T09:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3753

## Resource

Today's guest is the definition of courage and grace in motion. Dr. LaQuista Erinna, a 20-year Army Veteran, licensed clinical expert, and devoted mother, became an unexpected social media influencer after sharing heartfelt videos of her son—who has autism—bravely navigating something as simple, yet powerful, as a haircut. Behind those viral moments lies a deeper story—a story of resilience, divorce, single motherhood, and the pursuit of purpose through pain. With a Doctorate in Behavioral Health and a Master's in Social Work, Dr. LaQuista Erinna has spent her career helping women heal from trauma and find balance. But in this episode, she opens up about her own healing—how she learned that falling isn't failure, and that every setback can become the foundation for something greater. If you've ever felt like you were the only one struggling, this conversation will remind you that even in the fall, you are rising.

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