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A softer place to land for autism moms navigating meltdowns, diagnosis, sensory overwhelm, and the emotional weight no one sees.

When Connection Feels Terrifying (Even Though it's so Important for Autism Parents)

Erin Vazquez | MA, Clinical Psychology, Ph. D Student & Autism Mom

Published on: 29/09/2026

When you're operating in survival mode, does connection from friends and family feel like a threat? It doesn't make sense... until you read this.

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Divide and Conquer: RFK, ABA, and the downside of Social Media for Autism Parents

Erin Vazquez | MA, Clinical Psychology, Ph. D Student & Autism Mom

Published on: 26/08/2026

The last community that needs to be divided and conquered is the autism parenting community. We're all fellow travelers on a difficult path, so why is social media so full of us fighting? Here's some thoughts on why from a pre-licensed psychologist.

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Communication Techniques for Autistic Children on Outings

Erin Vazquez | MA, Clinical Psychology, Ph. D Student & Autism Mom

Published on: 14/06/2026

Learn what to say, and stop saying, when your autistic child becomes overwhelmed in public, with minimal-language tips, visual supports, and practical scripts.

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