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Ep. 200: The #1 Meltdown Mistake You Are Making and How to Stop It
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| 5/6/26 | ![]() Ep. 200: The #1 Meltdown Mistake You Are Making and How to Stop It | In episode 200 of Autism Mom Coach, Lisa Candera shares the biggest mistake many autism parents make: putting all their energy into preventing meltdowns instead of preparing for them.She explains that meltdowns are a form of nervous system dysregulation, often driven by autism-related challenges like sensory overload, communication difficulties, low frustration tolerance, impulsivity, and executive functioning struggles. Because of this, meltdowns can still happen—even when you’ve done “all the right things.”Lisa breaks down the difference between meltdowns and tantrums, emphasizing that meltdowns are not something kids can simply turn on and off.She also shares a relatable example of a child melting down over a peanut butter substitution after a day filled with unexpected changes—highlighting how small moments are often the tipping point, not the root cause.Her key shift: let go of the belief that meltdowns shouldn’t happen. Instead, focus on being prepared to handle them, using the mindset:“I can handle this, even if I don’t want to.”Timestamps:00:00 – Episode 200 Intro00:23 – Lisa’s Story01:53 – Why Meltdowns Are Misread03:23 – Meltdown vs. Tantrum03:40 – Autism and Dysregulation04:43 – Why Prevention Fails05:35 – Peanut Butter Case Study07:43 – The Real Mistake08:52 – Shift to Preparation09:54 – Mindset and Recovery11:34 – Free Training Offer12:20 – Wrap Up | — | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | ![]() The Three Truths I Tell Every Autism Mom | In Episode 199 of The Autism Mom Coach, Lisa Candera shares three truths that can change how autism moms move through parenting, stress, and decision-making. Based on 18 years of raising her son with autism and coaching more than 100 moms, Lisa explains why the search for the right therapy, school, supplement, or strategy often turns into an exhausting loop. She also tackles one of the heaviest burdens autism moms carry: self-blame. From there, she walks listeners through a more useful focus—putting time, energy, and attention on what is actually within your control. This episode is especially relevant for autism moms dealing with guilt, meltdowns, anxiety, emotional overload, and the pressure of trying to hold everything together.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why autism parenting does not come with one perfect answer, even when the pressure to find one feels intenseHow the search for the right school, therapy, supplement, or treatment can drain your energy and fuel second-guessingWhy autism mom guilt and self-blame create more suffering without helping your childHow shame can cover deeper grief in autism parentingWhy focusing on what you can control leads to better decision-making, steadier parenting, and stronger emotional regulationHow these mindset shifts can help when you are navigating meltdowns, school struggles, anxiety, OCD, and major parenting decisionsLisa’s Takeaway:Autism moms spend a lot of time trying to find the right answer and carrying guilt for things that were never theirs to own. What helps more is learning to release the pressure of perfect decisions, step out of self-blame, and become more intentional about where your energy goes. That is where steadiness starts.Timestamps:00:00 Episode Intro01:28 Why This Matters02:28 The Myth of the Right Answer in Autism Parenting03:52 The Late-Night Autism Research Trap06:09 Why There Is No One Fix for Autism08:10 Why Autism Is Not Your Fault10:48 The Second Arrow of Shame and Self-Blame11:52 Blame, Grief, and What Autism Moms Carry13:15 More Power Than You Think14:37 Focus on What You Can Control15:34 Recap and Membership16:51 Coaching Invitation and OutroLinks Mentioned:The Autism Mom CoachThe Solid Circle waitlistOne-on-one coaching with Lisa CanderaIf you are looking for autism mom support that goes deeper than advice and gives you practical tools for meltdowns, emotional regulation, guilt, and hard decisions, visit theautismmomcoach.com to join The Solid Circle waitlist or schedule a consultation. | — | ||||||
| 4/7/26 | ![]() Ep 198: What Every Autism Mom Needs to Know in 2026 | It's Autism Awareness Month, and while awareness of autism has never been higher, our actual understanding of the diagnosis is still far behind where it needs to be. In this episode, Lisa Candera draws on her 18 years as an autism parent, her background as a certified life coach, and her work with over 100 autism moms to break down three things every autism mom needs to know right now: why the experts don't have it all figured out, why your judgment as a parent matters more than you think, and why you deserve real support — not just platitudes about oxygen masks and superpowers.Lisa shares candid personal stories about navigating conflicting medical advice, the limitations of ABA therapy for her teenage son, and the real-world consequences of SSRIs prescribed without autism-specific knowledge. She also highlights examples from her coaching clients — including mothers whose children were diagnosed with everything except autism for years, and a mom whose own observations led to a PANS/PANDAS diagnosis that doctors had missed entirely.This episode is a grounding, no-nonsense look at where we actually are in our understanding of autism, and what that means for you as the person closest to your child.Key Takeaways1. We are still in the early stages of understanding autism. Like other complex neurological conditions, we don't fully know what causes autism or why it presents so differently from person to person. Autism is not a simple spectrum — Lisa describes it as more of a "soup," where the interaction between autism, anxiety, sensory processing, ADHD, and OCD changes everything. Treatments that help one child may not help another, and the experts themselves frequently disagree on the best course of action.2. Your parental judgment is one of the most important tools you have. When the professionals don't agree and the science is still catching up, the parent's proximity to their child becomes a critical source of information. You are the one who sees the full picture — before school, after therapy, after a medication change. Lisa urges autism moms to build the muscle of trusting their own observations, pattern recognition, and instincts, while being clear that this is not about blaming yourself for past decisions with the benefit of hindsight.3. You need support — and you don't need a permission slip to get it. There is almost nothing in the current system designed to support the parent who is coordinating therapies, handling meltdowns, sitting in IEP meetings, and making high-stakes decisions every day. Lisa explains why she built her coaching practice to fill this gap, and why real support means something more substantive than being told you're a superhero or that God gives special kids to special parents.Timestamps[00:00] Introduction — Autism Awareness Month and why awareness is not the same as understanding[02:30] Lisa's updated podcast intro and coaching philosophy[04:45] Announcement: The Autism Mom Coach 2.0 rebrand and new website[07:00] Why we are in the "dark ages" of understanding autism[08:30] Autism is not a spectrum — it's a soup[10:15] Why the experts disagree: Lisa's experience with ABA therapy at age 13[13:45] Conflicting medication advice: SSRIs and autism[17:00] The disconnect between autism specialists and OCD specialists[19:30] Why your judgment as a parent matters[22:00] Mothers who suspected autism years before their child was diagnosed[24:30] Client story: How a mom's observations led to a PANS/PANDAS diagnosis[27:00] Why autism moms need real support, not platitudes[30:00] The gap in the system — and what Lisa's coaching practice is built to address[32:30] Closing: Visit theautismmomcoach.comResources MentionedThe Autism Mom Coach website: theautismmomcoach.comAbout Your HostLisa Candera is a lawyer, certified life coach, and mother to an 18-year-old son with autism. After years of searching for support that actually addressed what she was going through as a parent — and not finding it — she built The Autism Mom Coach to help other mothers of autistic children stop white-knuckling it and start parenting from a grounded, regulated place. She has coached over 100 moms through meltdowns, impossible decisions, and the daily reality of raising a child with a complex diagnosis.If this episode resonated with you, subscribe to The Autism Mom Coach wherever you listen to podcasts. And if you can spare a minute, please leave a review — it helps other autism moms find the show. | — | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | ![]() 197: Being Unbothered: A Better Way to Stay Regulated in Autism Parenting | In this episode, Lisa breaks down the idea of being unbothered and why it matters so much in autism parenting. Using an example from a true crime trial, she explores what it looks like to stay focused, regulated, and clear-headed when other people are escalating, pushing, whining, or pulling for a reaction.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How being unbothered helps you stay focused on what actually matters in the moment.Why defending yourself to a dysregulated child usually adds fuel instead of helping.How extra talking, explaining, and reacting can escalate tension at home.Where this mindset can help most, including meltdowns, boundary-setting, public situations, IEP meetings, and tense interactions with providers.How emotional detachment can lower your stress and help you access the most rational part of your brain.Lisa’s Takeaway:When I talk about being unbothered, I am talking about staying focused on my role instead of getting pulled into every reaction, accusation, or emotional spike around me. That shift gives me more access to my rational brain and helps me lead with more steadiness in the moments that matter most.If this episode hit home, share it with another autism mom who is tired of getting pulled into every hard moment. For more personalized support, visit The Autism Mom Coach and learn how to work with Lisa. | — | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | ![]() Ep 195: Autism Changes You, Part 2 | In episode 195 of the Autism Mom Coach Podcast, host Lisa Kra (lawyer, life coach, and full-time single mom to a teen with autism) discusses the less positive ways autism parenting can change parents. She explains how advocacy, resilience, and adaptability can shift into constant battle mode, isolation, and tolerating situations that need intervention. Lisa covers chronic hypervigilance and sustained stress, how parents’ baseline for “normal” can become dangerously warped (including her experience at an inpatient autism hospital), and how this can lead to burnout or unsafe circumstances. She urges listeners to check in with themselves, drop the “suck it up buttercup” mindset, seek support (doctor, therapy, community), and reach out to her at lisa@theautismmomcoach.com or schedule a coaching consultation at theautismmomcoach.com.00:00 Autism Changes You (Part 2) — Episode Intro & What We’re Covering01:25 The Hidden Cost of “Positive” Traits: When Resilience Turns Into Survival Mode01:58 Hypervigilance: Living on High Alert and the Toll on Your Body04:12 When Your “Normal” Gets Warped: The Frog-in-Boiling-Water Effect07:23 Resilience vs. Enduring the Unreasonable: Knowing When It’s Too Much10:29 Check-In Questions: Is Your Nervous System Stuck in Overdrive?11:53 What Help Can Look Like: Doctor, Therapy, Community—and Stepping Back13:11 You’re Not Alone: Reach Out + Coaching Invitation (Closing) | — | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | ![]() Ep 194: Autism Changes You | In this episode of The Autism Mom Coach Podcast, Lisa Candera—autism mom, attorney, life coach, and solo parent—reflects on the early days of her son Ben’s autism diagnosis and the profound ways autism parenting reshaped her identity, nervous system, beliefs, and leadership.Recording in January 2026, Lisa looks back 16 years to the moment of diagnosis. She shares what it felt like to sit in shock, download the Autism Speaks 100 Day Toolkit, and hear the phrase: “This diagnosis doesn’t change who your child is.”While that statement is true, Lisa explores the deeper truth many mothers experience:Autism parenting changes you.This episode dives into how raising a child with complex needs expands emotional capacity, rewires belief systems, strengthens advocacy skills, and transforms the way a mother leads her home.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How an autism diagnosis impacts a parent’s nervous system and identityWhy behavior is information—not defiance or “bad behavior”How to shift your mindset at the IEP table and advocate with calm authorityWhat it means to stay in your lane instead of comparing therapies, milestones, and family lifeHow autism parenting develops empathy, resilience, and emotional leadershipWhy protecting your nervous system is foundational for supporting your childLisa shares personal stories about:Confronting early beliefs about “good” and “bad” behaviorSetting ego aside to see struggle underneath escalationAsking for meaningful supports at IEP meetingsPracticing self-compassion as a solo parentBecoming a steady, grounded presence in her householdIf you’re an exhausted autism mom wondering how this journey has changed you, this episode will help you see your growth with clarity and respect.Timestamps00:00 – Welcome to The Autism Mom Coach Podcast00:36 – January reflections: The day of diagnosis & feeling numb01:52 – “Autism didn’t change him — it changed me”04:25 – How autism strengthened my advocacy skills06:32 – Reframing behavior: Moving beyond “bad kid” narratives07:52 – IEP mindset shift: Asking for supports with confidence09:49 – Staying in your lane: Releasing comparison in autism parenting10:57 – How autism parenting has changed you too13:29 – Next steps: Coaching and consultationReady to Apply This Work?If this episode resonated and you want structured support in building emotional regulation, advocacy confidence, and steady leadership in your home, schedule a consultation call:👉 https://theautismmomcoach.comOne-on-one coaching focuses on nervous system regulation, mindset shifts, and practical tools so you can lead your autism household with clarity and authority. | — | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() Ep 193: Overaccomodation with Dr. Taylor Day | In this episode of the Autism Mom Coach Podcast, host Lisa Candera talks with Dr. Taylor Day, a licensed psychologist specializing in neuro-affirming care for autistic children and their families. Dr. Tay shares her personal journey and professional insights on creating a holistic, family-focused approach to autism care. They discuss the importance of not just supporting the autistic child but also providing much-needed support to the entire family, including siblings and parents. Dr. Tay explains the nuances between accommodation and over-accommodation, how parents can process their own grief, and offers strategies for helping children understand their own neurodivergence. The conversation covers previewing changes, collaboration between parents and children, and the importance of seeking support. Tune in to learn how to create a balanced approach that benefits the entire family ecosystem. 00:00 Introduction00:33 Special Guest: Dr. Taylor Day 01:34 Dr. Tay's Personal Journey and Professional Insights 02:26 Challenges and Gaps in Autism Care 04:02 The Importance of Family Support 07:20 Therapy and Personal Growth 11:08 Parental Challenges and Strategies 19:49 Accommodation vs. Over-Accommodation 34:25 Conclusion and ResourcesTo learn more about Dr. Tay, visit her website: https://drtaylorday.com/ | — | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() Ep 192: Being Your Autistic Child's Safe Person | In this episode of The Autism Mom Coach Podcast, I’m sharing a conversation from my appearance on Evolve with Dr. Tay with Dr. Taylor Day.We talk about the part of autism parenting that gets overlooked: the parent’s nervous system. Not behavior charts. Not better scripts. The parent.This conversation is about what it actually looks like to be your child’s safe person—without absorbing their distress, trying to fix what’s neurological, or burning yourself out in the process.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why parent regulation comes before co-regulationWhat “being the safe person” actually requires (and what it doesn’t)How staying in your own lane reduces escalationWhy behavior is information and how the meaning we attach to it fuels stressWhat it means to lead as the CEO of your autism householdHow acceptance strengthens leadership rather than weakening itLisa’s TakeawayFor a long time, I thought I needed better answers, better strategies, better plans, better experts. What actually changed things was learning how to regulate myself under pressure.You can still be the safe person. You can still lead. And you don’t have to do everything for your child to do that.About Dr. Taylor DayDr. Taylor Day is a licensed child psychologist and parent coach specializing in neurodivergent-affirming care. She brings both clinical expertise and lived experience as an autism sibling, with a strong focus on supporting the entire family system—not just the child.Resources Mentioned:The Autism Mom Coach: https://theautismmomcoach.comFollow me on Instagram and Facebook: @TheAutismMomCoachFree Resource: The Autism Mom’s Meltdown Plan — a clear Before-During-After framework for supporting your child while staying regulated yourself | — | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() Ep 191: Learning You | In this episode, Lisa talks with filmmaker Tyler Sansom and actor John Wells about the film Learning You. The movie follows a single father and his autistic son after the father removes him from an institution and takes him on an unplanned Christmas road trip.The conversation explores why this story felt different to tell and to watch. Tyler shares how the film came to him through a producer parenting a profoundly autistic daughter and how interviews with families shaped the script. John talks about stepping into the role as a father raising an autistic son himself, and how closely the character’s experiences mirrored his own.They discuss institutions, marriage breakdowns, system failures, meltdowns, and the way autism parenting requires constant recalibration. The focus stays on learning your child over time, reading early cues, and understanding behavior as information rather than something to correct.In This Episode, You’ll Hear and LearnWhat Learning You is about and how the story came to be madeWhy the film centers on institutional decisions and their impact on familiesHow John’s experience parenting an autistic son informed his performanceHow parents learn to recognize early signs before a meltdown escalatesWhy behavior often reflects nervous system overloadHow autism parenting evolves as children grow and changeTo watch Learning You, visit https://www.learningyoumovie.com to find a theater near you or learn more about the film’s release. | — | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() Ep 190: Lessons from the Teen Years, So Far | In this episode, Lisa reflects on what parenting her son through years of severe anxiety, OCD, aggression, and hospitalizations taught her as he transitioned into adulthood. She shares three principles that carried her through the darkest seasons—and continue to guide her as an autism mom today.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How acceptance evolved from a one-time idea into a moment-by-moment practiceWhy resistance to reality can interfere with decision-making during crisisWhat unconditional love looks like when your child feels unfamiliarHow holding hope differs from denial—and why it requires courageWhy clearer advocacy came only after facing what was actually happeningLisa’s Takeaway:The teen years forced me to accept what was happening in real time, love my child without conditions tied to outcomes, and hold hope even when there was no evidence yet. Those three principles changed how I showed up as a parent—and as an advocate.Links Mentioned:Schedule a consultation: https://talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me/Email Lisa: lisa@theautismmomcoach.comIf this episode resonated and you’re carrying a lot right now—whether you’re in crisis or simply worn down—you don’t have to navigate it alone.Schedule a one-on-one consultation at talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me and let’s talk through what support could look like for you. | — | ||||||
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| 1/7/26 | ![]() Ep. 189: Once More Like Rain Man with Bella Zoe Martinez | In this episode, Lisa Candera sits down with autistic actress, writer, and filmmaker Bella Zoe Martinez, star of the short film Once More, Like Rain Man. Bella offers a candid look at what it’s like to navigate Hollywood—and the world—when autism is reduced to a single stereotype. Through humor and honesty, she shares the lived experience behind masking, exhaustion, and being misunderstood before you ever speak.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why Rain Man has become shorthand for autism—and why that’s a problemWhat it’s like to live under constant comparison to a stereotypeHow autistic characters are often written as flat or roboticWhat masking actually feels like from the insideWhy kids come home exhausted after holding it together all dayWhy autistic people deserve to tell stories beyond autismLisa’s Takeaway:Hearing Bella describe masking as acting shifted how I understand what so many kids carry every day. When we see behavior as effort instead of defiance, the picture changes—and so does our response.Links Mentioned:Once More, Like Rain ManIf this episode resonated with you, share it with another autism mom who’s tired of stereotypes and surface-level understanding. And if you want deeper support, schedule a consult at talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me. | — | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | ![]() Ep 188: The Expectation Trap, Part 2 | Last week we uncovered the Expectation Trap — the moment you realize you’re holding someone to your internal rulebook and feeling irritated, disappointed, or flat-out furious when they don’t follow it. This week, we take it further. Because once you see the trap clearly, the real question becomes: now what?This episode breaks down your three actual moves when someone’s behavior clashes with your values, standards, or instincts: let it go, make an adjustment, or enforce a boundary. These choices help you reclaim your steadiness, drop unnecessary resentment, and lead your home with more intention, especially during the holiday pressure cooker.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How your expectations get built — and why the internal ones hit the hardestThe power of choosing your battles instead of reacting from urgency or indignationWhy “letting it go” is sometimes the most strategic move in an autism householdWhat adjusting looks like when someone simply operates differently than youHow to enforce a boundary without drama, panic, or self-judgmentWhen you stop holding people to your personal rulebook, you stop burning energy on the wrong things and free up bandwidth for what actually matters to you.Ready to take this work deeper?Work with Me: This is where we clean up the mental load, the resentment, and the overfunctioning so you have capacity again: https://talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me | — | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | ![]() 187: The Expectations Trap, Part 1 | Holiday season has a way of dragging every unspoken rule you live by straight into the spotlight. In this episode, I’m calling out the Expectation Trap — the moment where your values, routines, and instincts collide with people who make choices that feel completely upside down to you.Here’s the truth: you are never the baseline for anyone else’s behavior.The minute you stop measuring other people’s choices against your internal rulebook, everything from holiday plans to everyday interactions feels lighter and easier to lead through.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How expectations form through structure, routine, and the rules you carry in your headWhy holiday shifts land harder in autism households and spike nervous system stressThe emotional weight that settles on you when you assume others think like youHow releasing yourself as the “standard” creates breathing room in your body and your mindThis shift frees up the mental space you need to guide your home with steadier energy, clearer decisions, and far less resentment.If this work speaks to what you’re living, here are a few ways to go deeper:Schedule a consultation for private coaching and get tailored support for your family: https://talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me | — | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | ![]() 186: Savoring the Good for Autism Parents | Every November, we hear the same message: be grateful, make a list, count your blessings. But for many autism parents, gratitude lists fall flat. You already know what matters—your child, progress, small moments of peace. The problem isn’t awareness; it’s that your nervous system is still stuck in survival modIn this episode, Lisa Candera, autism mom coach and host of The Autism Mom Coach Podcast, shares why savoring—not just gratitude—is the missing piece in emotional regulation for autism parents. You’ll learn how savoring helps your brain record safety and connection as real, not rare, and why that matters for both you and your child’s nervous system health.Lisa explains how constant vigilance wires the body for stress, how negativity bias keeps you scanning for threat, and how brief, intentional pauses can retrain your brain to recognize safety. This isn’t mindset work—it’s nervous system retraining through small, consistent moments that actually stick.By the end, you’ll know how to use savoring as a real-world regulation skill that shifts your body from tension to steadiness—one breath at a time.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What savoring means and why it matters for autism parentsHow negativity bias keeps your nervous system stuck in threat modeThe science of how savoring rewires the brain for safety and balanceWhy gratitude alone doesn’t create regulation without embodimentSimple ways to practice savoring in daily life without extra effortLisa’s Takeaway:Savoring is how you remind your body that good moments count too. Each pause, each exhale, each second you let safety land—it all adds up to regulation and resilience.Links Mentioned:Download The Autism Mom’s Meltdown PlanSchedule a consult with Lisa Candera | — | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | ![]() 185: Co-Regulation | Before your autistic child can self-regulate, they co-regulate — through you.Your nervous system becomes their roadmap. Your breath, tone, and posture tell their body whether it’s safe or in danger. This is why your steadiness matters more than any script or strategy.In this episode, autism mom coach Lisa Candera breaks down the science and skill of co-regulation for autism parents — how two nervous systems sync, how stress transfers between you and your child, and how to use your own body as the anchor that helps them recover.You’ll learn what’s actually happening in those intense moments — the fight, flight, or freeze responses you both experience — and how to interrupt the cycle by leading with your body’s cues instead of your child’s behavior. Lisa explains why co-regulation is often the missing piece in emotional regulation for autistic children and what it takes to build this skill over time, even when your own nervous system feels maxed out.This episode goes beyond theory. You’ll get specific, repeatable tools for steadying yourself during meltdowns, transitions, or any moment of dysregulation, and see how these small shifts can reduce reactivity, shorten recovery time, and strengthen trust between you and your child.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What co-regulation means and how it develops before self-regulationWhy your nervous system sets the tone for your child’s emotions and behaviorThe patterns that keep autism parents stuck in survival modeHow your own body history shapes your reactions under stressFive practical ways to use your body cues as steadying signals during meltdownsLinks Mentioned:Schedule a consult with Lisa CanderaDownload The Autism Mom’s Meltdown Plan | — | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | ![]() Ep 184: Why Regulation Starts with You | You’ve heard me say it before: regulation starts with you.But what does that really mean when your child is melting down in front of you, your body tightens, your pulse spikes, and your mind goes straight to “make it stop”?This is not a mindset issue. It’s biology. Your nervous system is wired to mirror your child’s. When they escalate, your body reacts. You feel it. And that’s why prevention and control, as much as we rely on them, only take us so far.You can plan every detail, anticipate every trigger, and still find yourself in the middle of a storm, running on adrenaline. Because in that moment, what matters most isn’t what you do, it’s how you are.In Episode 184 of The Autism Mom Coach Podcast, I talk about what it really means that regulation starts with you. I share what happens when you meet your child’s distress with your own, how your energy shapes the room before you say a word, and how to steady yourself when everything feels like it’s coming apart.You’ll learn:• The difference between reacting and regulating• How your body’s signals matter more than your words• Simple ways to bring yourself back to baselineRegulation is awareness. It’s catching yourself sooner, breathing before you speak, and becoming the steady presence your child can lean on.🎧 Listen to Episode 184: Why Regulation Starts With You — because your energy teaches your child how to find theirs.Being the Calmest Nervous System in the Room: It’s one of the hardest parts of parenting an autistic child. But this isn’t about being zen or unbothered. It’s about learning how your body reacts, spotting it sooner, and choosing steadiness over reactivity.That’s why working 1:1 with a seasoned autism mom and experienced coach is a game changer!If you’ve been craving support + skills to do tomorrow better, schedule a consult HERE. | — | ||||||
| 11/5/25 | ![]() Ep 183 Mental Health and Autism: Teens and Young Adults | Lisa continues her conversation with therapist and autism mom Janeen Herskovitz about the mental-health landscape for teens and young adults with autism. They talk about anxiety, burnout, alexithymia, and how parents can balance support, boundaries, and rest—for their kids and themselves.Key TakeawaysMental-health shifts often begin earlier than we expect.Feelings live in the body; naming them is regulation.“School refusal” is often emotional overload, not defiance.Recovery isn’t avoidance—it’s necessary work.Lisa’s TakeawayWatching your child’s mental health shift can feel disorienting and scary. I know what it’s like to live on alert, waiting for the next crash, trying to keep it all together. What I’ve learned—personally and through coaching—is that recovery isn’t a pause; it’s the work. Rest and regulation are how we rebuild. The same applies to our kids.Links & ResourcesAutism Blueprint PodcastWork with LisaIf your teen or young adult is struggling with anxiety, masking, or emotional overwhelm—and you’re unsure how to help without burning out—support is available. I work 1:1 with autism moms to build calm, clarity, and confidence in the hardest moments.Schedule a private consultation at talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me | — | ||||||
| 10/22/25 | ![]() 182: Mental Health & Autism Moms | In this episode of The Autism Mom Coach Podcast, Lisa Candera sits down with therapist and Autism Blueprint host Janine Hershkowitz, LMHC for an honest conversation about the intersection of autism and maternal mental health.Janine—mom of two autistic young adults and a psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience—shares how constant stress, high-alert living, and unprocessed trauma shape the nervous systems of autism parents. Together, Lisa and Janine discuss what healing can look like, how to create boundaries without guilt, and why sustainable self-maintenance is essential for both parent and child.This episode is part one of a two-part series on Autism and Mental Health.In This Episode:How chronic high-alert living impacts the body and mind of autism momsWhat trauma looks like in parents of autistic children—and how EMDR can helpWhy guilt often masquerades as responsibilityHow to shift from fixing your child to leading your household with steadinessReal-life boundary work that protects both parent and relationshipKey Takeaways:Regulation first. You can’t pour from an empty nervous system.Behavior is information. Over-functioning hides data about your child’s needs.Boundaries are leadership. Clear limits protect your energy and your child’s stability.Guilt is a false alarm. Learn to tell the difference between true accountability and internalized pressureot always better. Sustainable support beats constant doing.🔗 https://autismblueprint.comAbout The Autism Mom Coach:Lisa Candera is a solo mom to a young adult with severe autism and OCD, a practicing attorney, and a certified life coach. Through her coaching programs, she teach moms how to regulate their emotions, reduce anxiety, and parent from steadiness instead of survival.🔗 Learn more: https://theautismmomcoach.com🔗 Book a free consultation: https://talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me/ | — | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | ![]() Ep 181. ABA is Not One-Size-Fits All with Alisha Watt-Simpson, LCSW, BCBA, LBA | ABA Is Not One Size Fits AllApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can be one of the most effective tools for helping children with autism—but it’s often misunderstood. In this episode of The Autism Mom Coach, host Lisa Candera talks with Alisha Simpson-Watt, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, and Licensed Behavior Analyst who leads Collaborative ABA Services in Middletown, Connecticut.Alisha explains why ABA therapy should never be a one-size-fits-all approach. She shares how modern ABA focuses on individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each child and family. As both a professional and an autism mom, Alisha offers a compassionate, real-world perspective on what quality ABA looks like today—and how the field has evolved toward trauma-informed, collaborative care.Listeners will learn:What ABA therapy is and how it supports behavior change and skill buildingCommon misconceptions about ABA and how the science has advancedThe importance of parent training and collaboration in every treatment planKey questions to ask when choosing an ABA providerWhy it’s never too late to start ABA therapy—and why parents deserve grace in the processIf you’re an autism parent navigating the world of ABA, this episode will help you feel more informed, confident, and empowered to advocate for your child.Alicia's Links:Individual Accounts for Alisha:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alisha-simpson-watt-lcsw-bcba-lba-866083280Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadingwithalisha/Collaborative ABA Services, LLCFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086038215957Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collaborativeabaservices/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collaborative-aba-services-llc/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@collaborativeabaYoutube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@collaborativeabaservicesCollaborative ABA Store: https://collaborative-aba-services-shop.fourthwall.com/ | — | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | ![]() Episide 180: IEP Slay with Melissa Gagne, Esquire | Welcome to Episode 180 of The Autism Mom Coach! This week I am thrilled to bring you my conversation with Melissa Gagne — special education attorney, autism mom, former educator, and the creator of a powerful new program called IEP Slay.When I first saw Melissa sharing about IEP Slay on Instagram, I knew I had to learn more. As special needs parents, we are constantly surrounded by information — but not all of it is complete, accurate, or useful. And when it comes to IEPs and 504 Plans, sifting through endless research, Facebook groups, or Google searches can leave us overwhelmed and exhausted.That’s why IEP Slay caught my attention: a one-stop membership resource curated by a practicing special education attorney, designed to help parents feel educated, prepared, and supported before, during, and after their IEP meetings.In this episode, Melissa shares:Her personal journey from educator to attorney and autism mom.Why she created IEP Slay and how it’s built to empower parents.The tools and resources inside the membership, including legal breakdowns, scripts, templates, and emotional support strategies.How IEP Slay helps parents reduce isolation through a connected community.Details about becoming a founding member — with lifetime pricing and early-bird bonuses.Melissa’s story is inspiring, and her mission to turn IEP advocacy into a movement is something every autism parent will want to hear.🔗 Learn more & join the IEP Slay waitlist HERE.✨ If you’re ready to take what you learn on this podcast and apply it to your own life, schedule a consultation with me: https://theautismmomcoach.com/work-with-me | — | ||||||
| 9/24/25 | ![]() 179: Tylenol & Toughing it Out for Autism Moms | This week on The Autism Mom Coach, I’m talking about the recent announcement linking Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism—and the harmful recommendation for moms to “tough it out.”If you’ve ever blamed yourself for your child’s autism…If you’ve felt judged for your parenting choices…If you’re tired of hearing that moms are at fault…This episode is for you.As autism moms, we are already toughing it out every single day—navigating therapies, schools, meltdowns, doctors, and the constant undercurrent of guilt and shame. The last thing we need is another message telling us we’re to blame.Inside this episode, I share:Why blaming moms for autism is nothing new (hello, “refrigerator mom” theory).The impact these narratives have on our mental health.Why autism is not your fault—and how to remind yourself of that truth.How to stop internalizing guilt and start having your own back.Whether you’re frustrated, angry, or just exhausted from toughing it out, this conversation will give you validation and support.Work with MePodcasts give you aha moments, but real change happens when you apply these tools in your own life. That’s what we do inside my 1:1 coaching program—helping you regulate your emotions, release the guilt, and show up as the mom you want to be.📅 Schedule your consultation here: https://theautismmomcoach.com/work-with-me | — | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | ![]() Ep. 178 Sharing Your Child's Autism Diagnosis | How much of your child’s autism diagnosis do you share with other people? Some autism moms share openly on social media, while others share only when it feels necessary. In this episode of The Autism Mom Coach Podcast, I give you a simple 3-part framework to help you decide what feels right for you.This is a question autism parents face often:Do I explain my child’s meltdowns or behaviors so others understand?Should I tell neighbors or teachers more to support safety?Can sharing help me feel less alone and more connected?In this episode, I walk you through the three principles I use when deciding what to share and with whom: Clarity, Care, and Connection.What You’ll Learn in This Episode✅ Why there’s no “right” or “wrong” amount to share about your child’s diagnosis✅ How this information can help others understand your child’s behaviors✅ When sharing is important for your child’s safety and care✅ How sharing can build connection and reduce isolation for autism moms | — | ||||||
| 9/4/25 | ![]() Ep. 177 Clocking the Tea | You’ve probably heard the phrase “spilling the tea” when it comes to gossip. But here’s the thing: we all have our own kind of “tea” — the stories we tell ourselves in our heads. And most of the time, those stories are stressful, judgmental, and downright exhausting.In this episode of The Autism Mom Coach, is a light-hearted take on what it means to clock the tea you are serving yourself and why it is the key to interrupting the stories that are keeping you in a chronic state of stress and self doubt.What I cover in this episode:Why your brain creates these “tea” stories in the first place.The difference between thoughts that feel true and actual facts.How believing your own negative commentary keeps you stuck in guilt, shame, and self-doubt.Real stories from me and my clients of learning to pause and “clock it.”A quick process you can use to catch yourself in the moment.Here’s the truth: your brain will keep serving tea. But when you learn to clock it, you stop letting those stories run your life. You create a little bit of space between the thought and your reaction — and that’s where your power lives.Want to go deeper?If you’re tired of your thoughts running the show during meltdowns, grab my free guide: The Autism Mom’s Meltdown Plan.And if you want help putting this into practice, you can schedule a consult with me here: https://talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me/. | — | ||||||
| 8/26/25 | ![]() Ep 176: Fear of What's Next | Episode 176: The Fear of What’s NextIn this week’s episode, I’m sharing a personal update as my son turns 18 and we navigate the realities of conservatorship, independence, and what the future holds. It’s bittersweet, and it has me reflecting on the very real fears autism parents carry about what comes next for our children.To support you in this, I’m replaying an earlier episode on anticipatory anxiety—the fear of what might happen in the future, and how it drains us without preparing us. You’ll hear a client story, practical tools for calming your nervous system, and why staying grounded matters more than trying to control the uncontrollable.What you’ll learn in this episode:Why anticipatory anxiety is so common for autism parentsHow fear of the future shows up in your body and your energyA real-life example of a mom preparing for her child’s blood workPractical tools for calming your nervous system before stressful eventsWhy accepting “hard” as part of the journey can actually bring reliefIf you’ve ever caught yourself bracing, white-knuckling, or walking on eggshells about what’s ahead—this episode is for you. | — | ||||||
| 8/13/25 | ![]() Ep. 175: Back to School Pep Talk | After a summer break, I’m back with a fresh perspective — and a pep talk to help you head into the new school year with more calm and confidence.Whether your summer was packed with activities or you let the schedule breathe a little, there’s value in what you did — and what you didn’t do. Resting is work, and sometimes it’s the most productive thing we can do for ourselves and our kids.In this episode, I share:How to reframe school disruptions, refusals, and hiccups as information instead of failuresThe mindset shift that has helped me (and my clients) ride the roller coaster of a school year without bracing for the worstThe SINGLE reminder I want you to keep front of mind when things feel overwhelming.I’ll also tell you how to get my Back-to-School Guide — 7 tips I’ve used myself and shared with clients to set them up for a smoother transition. | — | ||||||
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