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Hosted by Sharon Baum, MA, CCC-SLP · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 55 episodes
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Welcome to Unmasking Social – the podcast where autistic teens and young adults, families, and professionals come together to explore real, authentic ways of building friendships, community, and identity. Hosted by a speech-language pathologist with nearly 15 years' experience with autism and ADHD and social communication, this show goes beyond basic advice. Each episode features candid conversations with self-advocates, educators, mental health professionals, and teens themselves – all unmasking the myths and pressures around “fitting in.” Whether you’re navigating social expectations, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about how we connect in a complex world, Unmasking Social is here to empower you with strategies that align with our core values: empathy, curiosity, and self-acceptance. 🌟 Launching this summer. Hit follow and join the conversation! Sharon's Linkedin: <
Sharon Baum, MA, CCC-SLP hosts Unmasking Social, a education show with 55 episodes published.
What happens when our desire to keep children safe hinders their growth? In this episode, Lenore Skenazy - an author, speaker, and advocate who has become a leading voice in the movement toward giving children greater in
In this episode, we explore the world of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with Rose Griffin, both and SLP and BCBA and through heartfelt stories, professional insights, and practical tools to be used. Join us as we unpack
In this episode, Shellee Howard, founder and CEO of College Ready, discusses how families can navigate the complex college admission process, negotiate effectively, and prepare students for lifelong success. Her insights
In this episode, we explore the vital importance of emotional regulation through the Zones of Regulation, for neurodivergent and neurotypical youth and adults with OT Leah Kuypers. She offers practical strategies to fost
Are we mistaking dyspraxia for mere clumsiness? Absolutely. But the real truth? Dyspraxia is a profound neurological difference that affects million, yet it's misunderstood, overlooked, and often dismissed. Rosemary Rich
In this heartfelt episode, Chris Coulter shares the raw truth behind his inspiring journey of advocacy after losing his daughter Maddie to suicide. He reflects on the warning signs parents and professionals often miss, t
In this heartfelt solo episode, I dive deep into the heart of a silent crisis impacting teens, tweens, adults, and entire communities - loneliness. It's not just about being alone; it's about feeling unseen, unheard, and
In this episode with Dr. Daniel Wendler , we dive deeply into the world of mental health and authentic connections. Dr. Daniel Wendler is a proudly autistic clinical psychologist, two-time TEDx speaker, best-selling auth
In this deeply emotional and thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Randolph Schiffer, neurologist, psychiatrist, author and former founding director of the Cleveland Clinic Centre for Brain Health.and shares his extraordin
Nicole Kolenda (Lead SLP DTTC Treatment Research and Adjunct Professor) joins us for a powerful conversation exploring the world of childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), from groundbreaking research and evidence-based treat
Dive into the powerful story of Enachu "Frederick" Edmos, a true changemaker from Lira City, Uganda. From childhood struggles, orphanhood, and witnessing the suffering of children with autism and disabilities in the refu
Tune in for an emotional, eye-opening journey with two passionate (and funny) professionals breaking down the complexities of literacy, executive functioning, and what it truly means to support neurodivergent learners. T
In this episode of Unmasking Social, I speak with Mark Talaga about his journey from professional gaming to counseling gifted and neurodivergent youth. We explore asynchronous development, emotional intensity, and why gi
In this episode of Unmasking Social, I sit down with Hallie Sherman, founder of Speech Time Fun, to talk about what happens when speech and language therapy truly meets teens and tweens where they are. Hallie shares why
Passover tells a story about freedom. But how many Jews left Egypt? Why did so many fear the comfort of leaving slavery? Liberation always comes at a cost - leaning into the discomfort of the newness of it ALL. In this s
Boundaries don’t start with rules- they start with the language we use. In this episode of Unmasking Social, we’re joined by parent coach Jillian Bober, a SEIT, Kindergarten teacher and parent coach at Coachable Change.
In this episode, Logan shares his journey from being underestimated because of his autism to building his own path as an entrepreneur in the video game world. He opens up about what it felt like when others assumed he ha
In this candid episode of Unmasking Social , Michael McLeoud, an ADHD and executive functioning spalist, who has devoted his professional time to a broader mission of supporting families and children with ADHD/AuDHD by a
This episode originally aired on Liv Label Free hosted by Livia Sara. In this vulnerable episode, Liv opens up about how her OCD has resurfaced since moving back home. Liv and Sharon also discuss how traditional treatmen
In this episode of Unmasking Social, Sharon sits down with Maureen Nguyen- a lifelong math teacher whose path has led her into meaningful work supporting neurodivergent college students in Perth, Australia. Maureen works
Hallie Sherman
M.S. CCC-SLP · Speech Time Fun, Inc.
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Stephen Shore
professor of special education · Adelphi University
1 appearance on this show
Rachel Archambault
the PTSD SLP · Resilient Schools
1 appearance on this show
Rose Griffin
ABA Speech
1 appearance on this show
Nicole Kolenda
NYU Motor Speech Lab
1 appearance on this show
Jennifer Volpe
Speak, Learn and Play
1 appearance on this show
Jillian Bober
Cocomplete Change
1 appearance on this show
Maureen Nguyen
Kiara College
1 appearance on this show
Renee Attaway Storer
Social Thinking
1 appearance on this show
Rebecca Tarrant
Autistic Youth International
1 appearance on this show
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