Podcast

Turn Autism Around

Author: Dr. Mary Barbera
Feed episode count: 345
Official site: https://www.marybarbera.com/podcast/
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Summary

If you're a parent with a child diagnosed with Level 1, 2, or Level 3 autism or worried about speech delays, tantrums, autism signs, hitting, potty training struggles, picky eating, meltdowns, sensory issues, or toddler behavior that feels confusing or overwhelming, you're in the right place: www.marybarbera.com Hosted by Dr. Mary Barbera — RN, doctoral-level Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D), best-selling author, and creator of widely used online programs for toddlers and preschoolers — this bi-weekly podcast breaks down complex child development topics into simple, actionable steps any parent or professional can use immediately. Every other week, Mary shares her proven 4-step approach to help children (with and without autism or ADHD) make measurable progress at home, school, and in the community. Episodes cover highly searched topics such as: 🗣️ Speech & Language Development How to get your toddler to talk What to do when your toddler isn't talking Late talking, first words, echolalia, scripting, and vocal stimming Strategies to build interaction, joint attention, and social engagement 😭 Behavior & Tantrums How to stop hitting, biting, throwing, and daily meltdowns What…

Episodes

Jun 30, 2026 · not_requested

#345: Can Autism Be Reversed? Stem Cells, Early Intervention & New Research

Duration seconds: 2233
Source: https://marybarbera.com/345

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

#344: Why "He'll Be Fine" Is the Most Dangerous Advice in Autism

Duration seconds: 934
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/344-why-hell-be-fine-is-the-most-dangerous-advice-in-autism

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Jun 2, 2026 · not_requested

#343: Joint Attention Explained: The Foundation of Communication in Autism

Duration seconds: 1703
Source: https://marybarbera.com/what-is-joint-attention-autism

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

#342: The Autism Tipping Point - 3 Trends Changing Everything

Duration seconds: 1220
Source: https://marybarbera.com/newsletter-1-the-autism-tipping-point/

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

#341: What Is ABA Therapy… REALLY? (4 Myths Parents Need to Know)

Duration seconds: 1991
Source: https://marybarbera.com/aba-therapy-four-myths-truths/

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Apr 14, 2026 · not_requested

#340: 3 Mistakes When Teaching Manners to Kids with Autism (And What Works Instead)

Duration seconds: 1588
Source: https://marybarbera.com/manners-teach-kids-autism/

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Mar 31, 2026 · not_requested

#339: Parent Training for Autism: The Key to Faster Progress Autism Professionals Need to Know!

Duration seconds: 1769
Source: https://marybarbera.com/parent-training-autism

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Mar 17, 2026 · not_requested

#338: Autism Safety: Solving elopement, PICA, Fire Safety & More with Dr. Amy Foxman

Duration seconds: 1942
Source: https://marybarbera.com/autism-safety/

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Mar 3, 2026 · not_requested

#337: Real Advice to Get a Toddler Talking and Melting Down Less From a Behavior Analyst

Duration seconds: 1736
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/337-real-advice-to-get-a-toddler-talking-and-melting-down-less-from-a-behavior-analyst

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Feb 17, 2026 · not_requested

#336: The 10 Early Signs of Autism

Duration seconds: 1720
Source: https://marybarbera.com/early-warning-signs-autism/

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Feb 3, 2026 · not_requested

#335: Child Not Talking? The Imitation Skills You Need to Build First for Children with Autism

Duration seconds: 2529
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/335-child-not-talking-the-imitation-skills-you-need-to-build-first-for-children-with-autism

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Jan 20, 2026 · not_requested

#334: Concerned About a 4 Year Old Speech Delay? Start Here

Duration seconds: 2420
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/334-concerned-about-a-4-year-old-speech-delay-start-here

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Jan 6, 2026 · not_requested

#333: What is level 3 autism? Everything you need to know!

Duration seconds: 2131
Source: https://marybarbera.com/level-3-autism-myths/

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Dec 23, 2025 · not_requested

#332: 5 Autism Rants You Need to Hear in 2026 | Unpopular Autism Opinions That Improve Progress

Duration seconds: 1458
Source: https://marybarbera.com/autism-rants

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Dec 9, 2025 · not_requested

#331: 18 month old not talking? 5 Steps you need today!

Duration seconds: 1198
Source: https://marybarbera.com/18-month-old-not-talking-5-action-steps/

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Nov 25, 2025 · not_requested

#330: How to Stop Toddler Hitting and Throwing in Just 2 Days!

Duration seconds: 1035
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/330-how-to-stop-toddler-hitting-and-throwing-in-just-2-days

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Nov 11, 2025 · not_requested

#329: Should you stop stimming in autism?

Duration seconds: 898
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/329-should-you-stop-stimming-in-autism

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Oct 28, 2025 · not_requested

#328: ADHD vs. Autism in Toddlers: Early Signs, Key Differences & What to Do Next

Duration seconds: 2087
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/328-adhd-vs-autism-in-toddlers-early-signs-key-differences-what-to-do-next

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Oct 14, 2025 · not_requested

#327: Knows Letters and Numbers but Can't Talk? How to Teach These Kids to Talk.

Duration seconds: 874
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/327-knows-letters-and-numbers-but-cant-talk-how-to-teach-these-kids-to-talk

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Sep 30, 2025 · not_requested

#326: Child Kicked out of Daycare or Expelled From Preschool? Here's what to do!

Duration seconds: 1489
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/326-child-kicked-out-of-daycare-or-expelled-from-preschool-heres-what-to-do

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Sep 16, 2025 · not_requested

#325: The BECA: An Autism Assessment for Physicians, Researchers, Parents, and Autism Professionals

Duration seconds: 1301
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/325-the-beca-an-autism-assessment-for-physicians-researchers-parents-and-autism-professionals

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Sep 2, 2025 · not_requested

#324: Leucovorin For Autism: Dr. Richard Frye on New Autism and Language Research Parents Need

Duration seconds: 2555
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/324-leucovorin-for-autism-dr-richard-frye-on-new-autism-and-language-research-parents-need

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Aug 19, 2025 · not_requested

#323: PDA in Autism: Signs and Strategies That Work

Duration seconds: 1685
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/323-pda-in-autism-signs-and-strategies-that-work

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Aug 5, 2025 · not_requested

#322: Too Young for a Diagnosis? Why Early Intervention for Autism Can't Wait

Duration seconds: 2637
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/322-too-young-for-a-diagnosis-why-early-intervention-for-autism-cant-wait

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Jul 22, 2025 · not_requested

#321: How to Start Potty Training? 5 Steps to Get Started for Children with Autism (Even If You've Tried Before!)

Duration seconds: 1611
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/321-how-to-start-potty-training-5-steps-to-get-started-for-children-with-autism-even-if-youve-tried-before

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Jul 8, 2025 · not_requested

#320: Emotional Regulation for Kids with Autism: Insights and Tools from Suzanne Tucker at Generation Mindful

Duration seconds: 2536
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/320-emotional-regulation-for-kids-with-autism-insights-and-tools-from-suzanne-tucker-at-generation-mindful

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Jun 24, 2025 · not_requested

#319: Doctors and Autism: How to Prepare Children for Appointments Without Meltdowns

Duration seconds: 1556
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/319-doctors-and-autism-how-to-prepare-children-for-appointments-without-meltdowns

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Jun 10, 2025 · not_requested

#318: Speech Therapy at Home: Tips from Dr. Mary Barbera from the SpeakJoy Parent Academy

Duration seconds: 2388
Source: https://turnautismaround.libsyn.com/318-speech-therapy-at-home-tips-from-dr-mary-barbera-from-the-speakjoy-parent-academy

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