About this episode
Welcome to Episode 227 of Autism Parenting Secrets . This week, we’re unlocking the transformative power of improving executive function through a bottom-up approach with an expert in neurodevelopment. Our guest, Carol Garner-Houston, co-founder of Brain Harmony, is a licensed occupational therapist with 28 years of experience. Her award-winning telehealth program addresses the root causes of neurodiverse conditions, including sensory processing disorders, autism, ADHD, and learning challenges. Brain Harmony bridges the gap between highly effective therapies and accessibility for families worldwide. Strengthening executive function can have a profound impact, especially for children with autism, improving focus, self-regulation, and overall learning. The secret this week is... Strengthen EXECUTIVE FUNCTION Bottom-Up You'll Discover: Why Executive Function Is So Important (4:24) How Sound Frequencies and Vibration Create Balance (11:27) The System To Focus On First (20:16) The Distinction Between Vagal Stimulation and Vagal Regulation (26:37) Accelerants to Build Neural Connections (32:15) Ways To Enhance Social Engagement (37:10) Approaches To Address Trauma (42:02) About Our Guest: Carol Garner-Houston, a licensed occupational therapist with 28 years of experience, is the owner of Brain Harmony. This award-winning telehealth program treats the root causes of various neurodiverse conditions in the brain and nervous system. These conditions include sensory processing disorders, speech and language issues, dyspraxia, auditory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit, and learning disorders such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, as well as social delays. Brain Harmony aims to bridge the gap between effective therapies and accessibility for families worldwide. www.brainharmony.com References in The Episode: Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 212, You Can’t Heal If You Don’t Feel Safe with Dr. Neil Nathan The Safe And Sound Protocol The Integrated Listening System (ILS) The Tomatis Method Additional Resources: Unlock the power of personalized 1-on-1 support; visit allinparentcoaching.com/intensive Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot? To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.