Following Your Child’s Lead: Redefining Autism Support with Jennifer Celeste Briggs | Ep. 134

In this episode, Samantha and Lauren interview Jennifer Celeste Briggs, a mother who shares her transformative experience with the Sunrise program. Jennifer talks about how the program, which she tailored for her daughter, significantly improved her language and social skills.

We explore the importance of meeting children where they are, the collaborative effort between parents and professionals, and the impact of patient and targeted interaction on neurodivergent children.

Jennifer also talks about her book, "Watching Sarah Rise," which documents their journey and offers recommendations for other parents navigating similar paths.

00:00 Introduction

00:39 Meet Jennifer Celeste Briggs!

02:18 The Sunrise Program

03:50 Therapy Approaches and Parenting Insights

05:27 Challenges and Successes in Therapy

10:08 Collaborating with Professionals and Schools

21:37 Jennifer's Book and Resources for Parents

24:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Get the Book here! https://amzn.to/42SAUt7

Connect with Jennifer:

Website: https://www.watchingsarahrise.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifercelestebriggsauthor

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifercelestebriggsauthor/

Other Resources:

Autism Treatment Center of America: https://autismtreatmentcenter.org/

Autism Optimism International: https://www.autismoptimisminternational.com/

Autistic Logistics Book: https://amzn.to/4gPNBeb

Connect with Samantha Foote!

Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferent

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@everybrainisdifferent