Teach Me To Talk Podcast: Take 2 | How to Talk to Parents About Autism as Speech Therapists

In this podcast, pediatric speech-language pathologists Laura Mize, M.S., CCC-SLP and Macy Mize Usher, M.S., CCC-SLP from teachmetotalk.com discuss the 7 most common reasons SLPs are afraid to talk to parents about autism and provide solutions for overcoming those objections. How to Talk to Parents About Autism as an SLP. Overcoming the 7 Biggest Fears About “The Autism Talk” | Speech Therapy Tips for Early Intervention How do you have “the autism talk” with parents — without causing fear, confusion, or defensiveness? In this episode, pediatric speech-language pathologists Laura Mize, M.S., CCC-SLP and Macy Mize Usher, M.S., CCC-SLP from Teach Me To Talk share clear, compassionate strategies for discussing autism concerns in toddlers and preschoolers. If you’re a speech-language pathologist, early interventionist, teacher, or SLP student, and you’ve ever wondered how to tell a parent you suspect autism, this video will give you confidence, language, and structure for having that important conversation in a supportive, neurodiversity-affirming way. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Recognize and discuss early autism characteristics during speech therapy sessions ✅ Use strengths-based, family-centered language that builds trust with parents ✅ Balance honesty with empathy when discussing possible autism characteristics ✅ Know when and how to recommend an autism evaluation ✅ Support parents emotionally and professionally after the discussion ✅ Communicate within your scope of practice while collaborating with the care team Whether you’re new to early intervention or a seasoned SLP, you’ll gain practical tools to make “the autism talk” easier, more effective, and more meaningful for families. Have a question for Laura and Macy? Email laura@teachmetotalk.com or macy@teachmetotalk.com with the subject line PODCAST Join Laura’s daily email for free therapy ideas: https://teachmetotalk.com/ Therapy Manuals from teachmetotalk.com The Late Talker Workbook NEW https://teachmetotalk.com/the-late-ta... The Autism Workbook https://teachmetotalk.com/product/aut... Let's Talk About Talking https://teachmetotalk.com/product/let... Teach Me To Talk The Therapy Manual https://teachmetotalk.com/product/tea... Building Verbal Imitation Skills in Toddlers https://teachmetotalk.com/product/bui... Teach Me To Play WITH You https://teachmetotalk.com/product/tea... FUNctional Phonology https://teachmetotalk.com/product/fun... Apraxia Workbooks 1 & 2 https://teachmetotalk.com/product/the... Earn .1 ASHA CEU for $5: LINK https://teachmetotalk.com/ceu_course/asha-ceu-course-0012-how-to-talk-to-parents-of-toddlers-about-autism/ Other courses we mentioned: 401 https://teachmetotalk.com/ceu_course/asha-ceu-course-401-explaining-autism-to-parents/ 437 https://teachmetotalk.com/ceu_course/asha-ceu-course-437-what-is-autism-discussing-the-initial-diagnosis-with-parents-part-1/ 438 https://teachmetotalk.com/ceu_course/asha-ceu-course-438-what-is-autism-discussing-the-initial-diagnosis-with-parents-part-2/ Learn about our Strengths-Based Approach for Helping Autistic Toddlers and Preschoolers Connect and Communicate: Shift from deficits-focused to strengths-based speech therapy — using goals and activities that build genuine connection while honoring neurodiversity. https://teachmetotalk.com/strengths-based-autism-course-toddlers/ The autism screener we mentioned... chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://autismnavigator.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/16-Early-Signs-of-Autismx16-Months-checklist.pdf Shop Our Favorite Speech Therapy Toys: https://www.amazon.com/shop/teachmetotalk Amazon affiliates earn *teeny tiny* commissions from purchases. It's still a great way to support our work! Watch more videos and get free speech therapy ideas: https://teachmetotalk.com #speechtherapy #autism #teachmetotalk #speechpathology #slp #earlyintervention #autismredflags #autismdiagnosis #slpconversation #parentcoaching #autismacceptance #neurodiversityaffirming #speechtherapist #autismtalk #speechtherapyfortoddlers #helpingtoddlerscommunicate #strengthsbasedtherapy #slpcommunity #speechtherapytips #communicationdevelopment