You’ve tried strategies, therapies, routines, and maybe even medication, yet your child may still be struggling with focus, regulation, energy, eating, sleep, or overall well-being.

Could nutrition, gut health, movement, and everyday lifestyle choices be another piece of the puzzle?

In this episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, talks with functional health consultant and Doctor of Pharmacy Dr. Yana Clayman about functional medicine, nutrition, gut health, ADHD, autism, and practical lifestyle strategies families can explore to support neurodivergent children.

Rather than asking, “How do we fix this child?” this conversation invites parents to ask a different question: “What might my child’s body need to feel and function at its best?”

1. Why individualized care matters and why the same nutrition, supplement, or wellness approach may not work for every child.

2. Simple changes families can explore, including adding more whole foods, increasing water intake, encouraging movement, and making gradual food changes.

3. How to support your child without trying to “fix” them, while staying curious about factors that may influence comfort, focus, energy, health, and overall well-being.

Dr. Yana Clayman is a functional health consultant and Doctor of Pharmacy with nearly two decades of healthcare experience. After experiencing significant health challenges herself, she discovered functional medicine and shifted her work toward nutrition, lifestyle, nutrigenomics, and individualized wellness strategies.

Today, she supports children with ADHD and other developmental differences and helps families explore ways to promote greater health and well-being. She is also an 800-hour Certified Yoga Teacher.

Learn more from Dr. Yana:
https://atypicallyawesome.com/nextstep

Instagram: @atypically.awesome

I’m Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, founder of Parenting on the Spectrum. I help parents of autistic children build communication, daily living skills, participation, and greater confidence through compassionate, play-based support grounded in connection before correction.

Your child’s progress does not have to wait.

The Parenting on the Spectrum App gives families practical tools to support communication, track growth, and build everyday skills with greater confidence.

No waitlist required:
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Pathways to Early Communication gives parents, caregivers, and professionals practical strategies for strengthening the early skills that support communication and development.

Find the book:
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Important: Nutrition, supplements, medication, and other health decisions should be individualized. Always consult your child’s qualified healthcare professional before making significant changes.

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You’re juggling therapies, school, and daily routines. How do you support your child’s well-being in the middle of it all?

Join Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, and Dr. Leonaura Rhodes, a former UK developmental pediatrician and brain health coach, to explore everyday support for autistic and neurodivergent children. From sleep and movement to stress and self-belief, this conversation looks at the whole child.

Dr. Rhodes shares her “State, Story, Strategy, Success” framework and invites parents to define success with their child’s interests, needs, and preferences in mind.

Three things you’ll learn:

• How sleep, movement, stress, and positive relationships fit into your child’s daily support.

• • Why nurturing your child’s confidence matters alongside teaching new skills.
  • How the four-part framework can help you reflect on your child’s well-being, beliefs, supports, and goals.

  
  

  About Leonaura Rhodes

  As a junior doctor I once hid in a linen closet for 3 hours because I couldn't handle the stress. I was working long hours, the responsibility was overwhelming and I was being bullied. I look back and realize I didn't know that suffering from stress was optional and I had no tools. When my youngest son was very sick I had an aha moment reading a book that suffering was optional and I became obsessed with learning about stress and how to overcome it.

• Connect with Dr. Rhodes:
  https://www.drleonaurarhodes.com/

  
  

  About Theresa & Parenting on the Spectrum:

  I’m Theresa Alexander Inman, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and founder of Parenting on the Spectrum. I help parents of autistic children, particularly ages 2–7, feel more confident supporting their child’s communication, daily living skills, and participation in family life.

  My work includes parent coaching, workshops, a podcast, and Behavior Detective Journals. I’m also developing digital courses and app-based support to make practical guidance available to more families. My approach centers on compassionate, play-based strategies and “connection before correction.”

  
  

  Still waiting for services?

  Your child’s progress doesn’t have to wait too. The Parenting on the Spectrum App gives you practical tools to support communication, track growth, and build everyday skills with greater confidence. No waitlist required. Start today: ⁠⁠⁠app.parentingonthespectrum.co⁠⁠⁠]

  
  

  Worried about your baby or toddler’s communication? Pathways to Early Communication gives parents, caregivers, and professionals practical ways to strengthen the early skills that support communication and development. Simple strategies. Real stories. Guidance you can use in everyday moments. Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate⁠⁠⁠

  
  

  Gentle Guidance for the Hardest (and Best) Job You'll Ever Do

  After years working with autistic children and their families, I created these neurodiversity-affirming courses to give parents the practical guidance that's often missing after a diagnosis. Real strategies, printable worksheets, simple action steps. No judgment, no pressure. Explore the library and find the one that fits your family. Access them here: https://courses.parentingonthespectrum.co/

You’ve noticed differences in your child’s development. Now you’re facing a long waitlist. Could a virtual autism evaluation offer another path to answers?

Join Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, and pediatrician Dr. Tracy Burton, Chief Medical Officer of As You Are, to explore autism evaluations from home. Learn how parent observations, familiar surroundings, and a team approach can inform an assessment, and why the conversation continues beyond a diagnosis.

Three things you’ll learn:

• What to expect from a virtual autism evaluation, including the parent interview, observation, and feedback visits.

• Why observations from parents, teachers, and therapists help build a fuller picture of your child.

• What to ask about insurance, therapy referrals, and care coordination after an evaluation.

Learn more and check service availability:
As You Are: https://asyouare.com/

About As You Are (in thier words):

"As You Are is a team of neurodevelopmental physicians who guide families with clear, compassionate expertise. We give parents the knowledge they need to help their children thrive.

Early, accurate diagnosis opens the door to effective therapy. Our virtual clinic shortens wait times so children can begin building new skills sooner.

Our specialists provide thorough evaluations for autism and other neuro-developmental conditions and create personalized care plans, all from the comfort of home.

Families also receive help from a Care Sidekick who supports them in accessing services after diagnosis. *Availability may vary by state and insurance.

We believe every child has unique strengths, and we bring that belief to our work every day." (asyouare.com)

About Theresa & Parenting on the Spectrum:

I’m Theresa Alexander Inman, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and founder of Parenting on the Spectrum. I help parents of autistic children, particularly ages 2–7, feel more confident supporting their child’s communication, daily living skills, and participation in family life.

My work includes parent coaching, workshops, a podcast, and Behavior Detective Journals. I’m also developing digital courses and app-based support to make practical guidance available to more families. My approach centers on compassionate, play-based strategies and “connection before correction.”

Still waiting for services?

Your child’s progress doesn’t have to wait too. The Parenting on the Spectrum App gives you practical tools to support communication, track growth, and build everyday skills with greater confidence. No waitlist required. Start today: ⁠⁠⁠app.parentingonthespectrum.co⁠⁠⁠]

Worried about your baby or toddler’s communication? Pathways to Early Communication gives parents, caregivers, and professionals practical ways to strengthen the early skills that support communication and development. Simple strategies. Real stories. Guidance you can use in everyday moments. Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate⁠⁠⁠

Gentle Guidance for the Hardest (and Best) Job You'll Ever Do

After years working with autistic children and their families, I created these neurodiversity-affirming courses to give parents the practical guidance that's often missing after a diagnosis. Real strategies, printable worksheets, simple action steps. No judgment, no pressure. Explore the library and find the one that fits your family. Access them here: https://courses.parentingonthespectrum.co/

In this episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa speaks with Dr. Vaish Sarathy about non-linear learning and why many neurodivergent children struggle in traditional, step-by-step systems.

Dr. Sarathy explains how learning often unfolds in bursts, not straight lines, and how curiosity, patterns, and intrinsic motivation drive real understanding. This conversation offers a powerful reframe for parents and professionals who worry when progress looks uneven, helping them recognize growth, reduce pressure, and better support how children truly learn.

About Dr. Sarathy (in her words):

I’m a Math & Chemistry teacher, Learning Strategist and mom to a non-speaking Autistic teen with Down Syndrome - a published poet.

I teach parents of learners with disabilities (like Down Syndrome and Autism) how to help their kids learn.

Not just learn, but learn an age and grade -appropriate education. To read AND understand complex literature, to do Algebra, and more ...

You don’t need supplements, expensive treatments, or to spend hours a day teaching.

You just need a shift in your mindset and approach. (https://www.drvaishsarathy.com/)

Learn more from Dr. Sarathy at: https://www.drvaishsarathy.com/

About Theresa & Parenting on the Spectrum:

I’m Theresa Alexander Inman, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and founder of Parenting on the Spectrum. I help parents of autistic children, particularly ages 2–7, feel more confident supporting their child’s communication, daily living skills, and participation in family life.

My work includes parent coaching, workshops, a podcast, and Behavior Detective Journals. I’m also developing digital courses and app-based support to make practical guidance available to more families. My approach centers on compassionate, play-based strategies and “connection before correction.”

Still waiting for services?

Your child’s progress doesn’t have to wait too. The Parenting on the Spectrum App gives you practical tools to support communication, track growth, and build everyday skills with greater confidence. No waitlist required. Start today: ⁠⁠app.parentingonthespectrum.co⁠⁠]

Worried about your baby or toddler’s communication? Pathways to Early Communication gives parents, caregivers, and professionals practical ways to strengthen the early skills that support communication and development. Simple strategies. Real stories. Guidance you can use in everyday moments. Find the book here: ⁠⁠https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate⁠⁠

Gentle Guidance for the Hardest (and Best) Job You'll Ever Do

After years working with autistic children and their families, I created these neurodiversity-affirming courses to give parents the practical guidance that's often missing after a diagnosis. Real strategies, printable worksheets, simple action steps. No judgment, no pressure. Explore the library and find the one that fits your family. Access them here: https://courses.parentingonthespectrum.co/

“I’m just not good at math.” Does that sound familiar?

Join Theresa Alexander Inman, BCBA, and Dr. Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning, to explore math anxiety, early math skills, and building your child’s confidence. From counting snacks to shopping for groceries, discover everyday opportunities to make numbers meaningful.

Three things you’ll learn:

• Why reciting numbers and connecting them to quantities are different skills.

• How everyday activities can strengthen counting and early addition.

• How encouraging language and starting at your child’s current skill level can support math confidence.

  
  

  About Dr. Nagrath:

  Dr. Nagrath helps students overcome mathematics anxiety. Aditya is the creator and founder of Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy which helps students learn years of mathematics over the course of a few months using their system just 10 minutes per day, 3 days per week.
  With a PhD in Mathematics & Computer Sciences, Dr. Nagrath has spent over 30 years in industry as a software engineer, author, leader, speaker, and serial entrepreneur working on everything from atomic clocks to iOS and Android apps to Amazon’s Kindle Fire. As the Founder of Elephant Head Software, which won the prestigious JD Edwards Innovation Award in 2015, he has also done software projects for Pearson, Verizon, Telefonica, JD Edwards (Oracle), and other billion dollar companies.

  Learn more from Dr. Nagrath at: https://www.elephantlearning.com/

  
  

  About Theresa & Parenting on the Spectrum:

  I’m Theresa Alexander Inman, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and founder of Parenting on the Spectrum. I help parents of autistic children, particularly ages 2–7, feel more confident supporting their child’s communication, daily living skills, and participation in family life.

  My work includes parent coaching, workshops, a podcast, and Behavior Detective Journals. I’m also developing digital courses and app-based support to make practical guidance available to more families. My approach centers on compassionate, play-based strategies and “connection before correction.”

  
  

  Still waiting for services?

  Your child’s progress doesn’t have to wait too. The Parenting on the Spectrum App gives you practical tools to support communication, track growth, and build everyday skills with greater confidence. No waitlist required. Start today: ⁠app.parentingonthespectrum.co⁠]

  
  

  Worried about your baby or toddler’s communication? Pathways to Early Communication gives parents, caregivers, and professionals practical ways to strengthen the early skills that support communication and development. Simple strategies. Real stories. Guidance you can use in everyday moments. Find the book here: ⁠https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate⁠

  
  

  Gentle Guidance for the Hardest (and Best) Job You'll Ever Do

  After years working with autistic children and their families, I created these neurodiversity-affirming courses to give parents the practical guidance that's often missing after a diagnosis. Real strategies, printable worksheets, simple action steps. No judgment, no pressure. Explore the library and find the one that fits your family. Get them here: https://courses.parentingonthespectrum.co/

  
  

Take the next step: Listen now, follow Parenting on the Spectrum on Spotify, and share this episode with a parent who has heard, “I can’t do math!”

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In this episode, I talk with Amanda Trisdale and her daughter Leta Trisdale about how dance transformed Leta’s life, and led to the creation of something extraordinary.Diagnosed with autism at age three and considered nonvocal, Leta found her voice through dance when traditional therapies fell short. Despite her talent, traditional dance spaces weren’t built for neurodivergent dancers, leading to misunderstanding and exclusion.Together, Amanda and Leta founded Autistic Wings Dance Company, a nonprofit reimagining dance education for autistic dancers through individualized, inclusive instruction.This conversation explores autism, advocacy, creativity, and what becomes possible when we build spaces where neurodivergent people truly belong.Connect with Amanda & Leta: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/letas-tap-styles-and-my-autistic-life/id1751184053

https://www.autisticwingsdancecompany.org/

https://www.youtube.com/@letatapstyles

Still waiting for services? Your child’s progress doesn’t have to wait too. The Parenting on the Spectrum App gives you practical tools to support communication, track growth, and build everyday skills with greater confidence. No waitlist required. Start today: app.parentingonthespectrum.co](http://app.parentingonthespectrum.co/ Worried about your baby or toddler’s communication? Pathways to Early Communication gives parents, caregivers, and professionals practical ways to strengthen the early skills that support communication and development. Simple strategies. Real stories. Guidance you can use in everyday moments. Find the book here: https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicateWhen everyday moments become constant struggles, it can be hard to know what to try next. The 12-Week Reconnection Program helps you better understand your child’s communication, strengthen connection, reduce power struggles, and create calmer moments at home. Your child isn’t broken. Learn more: wecare@parentingonthespectrum.coReady for calmer moments and stronger connection at home? Start with one next step today. Explore the Parenting on the Spectrum App, the 12-Week Reconnection Program, or Pathways to Early Communication. If this episode helped you, like, follow, download and share Parenting on the Spectrum with another parent who may need this reminder.

In this episode, Jody Jill, mom of four, speaker, and best selling author of The Parent's Secret Superpower. Raising Confident and Capable Kids, shares one of her Superpower Strategies from hte POWer Parent Method, the framework at the heart of her course, that helps parents raise confident, capable kids.

Drawing on her own experience, Jody walks through how she's lived out hte strategy with her own kids, past and present, and shows you how you can start doing the same in your own home.

Enjoy the episode as you pick up new ways to help raise confident, capable kids of your own.

Learn more about Jody's cours. The Confident Kid Audio Course: Unlocking Your Parenting Superpower, here: https://itsjodyhill.myclickfunnels.com/course?code=theresa

This course will transform your parenting journey!

What helps a child grow into a confident, capable adult?

In this episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa Alexander Inman talks with Coach Yana about building confidence through everyday interactions, giving children opportunities to contribute, listening to what matters to them, and creating spaces where they feel seen, heard, and valued.

They also take a closer look at online safety, including the risks children may face while gaming on platforms such as Roblox. Coach Yana shares practical ways parents can stay involved without hovering, from knowing who their child is playing with to keeping gaming in shared spaces and creating ongoing conversations about privacy and safety.

You’ll also hear why doing too much for children can sometimes limit opportunities to build independence, how meaningful roles can strengthen confidence, and why something as simple as giving a child your full attention can communicate, “What you have to say matters.”

The conversation also explores setting healthy boundaries, repairing mistakes through sincere apologies, and modeling the confidence, accountability, and respect we want children to develop.

If you want to raise a child who feels capable, heard, and confident while helping them navigate an increasingly digital world, this episode is for you.

If this conversation helps you, follow Parenting on the Spectrum, rate the show, and share this episode with another parent who may need it.

About Coach Yana

Coach Yana is the founder of safe, supervised social clubs designed to help children practice communication, collaboration, and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Using technology as a bridge (not a barrier), she creates spaces where kids feel seen, accepted, and empowered to be themselves.

Learn more from Coach Yana at:https://thelaptoplifecoachacademy.com/

About Theresa

Theresa Alexander Inman is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Autism Specialist, Infant Developmental Specialist, Author and Speaker with over 15 years of experience supporting children and families. She is the host of Parenting on the Spectrum, where she shares compassionate, practical strategies to help parents better understand behavior, strengthen communication, build connection, and support their child’s growth with confidence.

Parenting on the Spectrum App

While you wait for services, don’t wait for progress. Get practical tools to support, track, and celebrate growth with no waitlist required.

Start today: app.parentingonthespectrum.co

12-Week Reconnection Program

Ready to create calmer moments, stronger relationships, and more confidence at home?

Learn more: wecare@parentingonthespectrum.co

Pathways to Early Communication

A practical resource for parents and professionals supporting infants and toddlers with communication delays. Or set a foundation for communication

Find it here:
https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate