Decoding Autism in Hmong

Join me for my Season Three FINALE as I chat with my Japanese BCBA colleague, Shino Welch. Discovering the commonalities in our shared Asian heritage and in how we approach disseminating information about ABA on a daily basis while forming a strong base for how to bring this information back to our respective cultural communities has been such a joy for me.

This conversation addresses a listener's questions about advocating for their child who is neurodivergent in the school environment. Inevitably, Cyndy and I also chat about IEPs and how to navigate tricky situations where you learn how to become your child's best advocate.

When this Hmong sister briefly mentioned about policies during our LIVE this summer, I knew I had to bring her on the podcast and dive deeper! Join me as I learn about the various roles and careers that our Hmong sisters are branching out into as we continue to endeavor towards the same goal of supporting our Hmong communities.

Join me as I geek out and recline into my more familiar and comfortable seat as a student while listening to Dr. Bee Xiong-Vang break down the nuances of autism for the Hmong community. Bridging this gap between a lack of terminology and cultural understanding of developmental disabilities will take focused efforts of many disciplines and I'm so honored to have this opportunity to bring this conversation to our Hmong people.

Join me as Mai Nhia sheds light on her experiences of seeking an autism diagnosis as an adult previously diagnosed with ADHD. Ua tsaug os, niam hluas- you inspire me and I look forward to the day when the adult Hmong autism community that you dream of is a reality.

In Part Two, Naree and I discuss the cultural understanding/misunderstandings of autism and the challenges of guiding your autistic teen through puberty.

Join us as my guest Naree Thao, a licensed professional counselor, and I chat about the challenges of finding a healthy work and home life balance.

My hope for Season 1 of the Let's talk about Autism in Hmonglish Podcast was to lay down the foundation for what autism awareness may look like in the Hmong community. I also wanted to introduce the core professionals that families may encounter while receiving autism services. I will be forever grateful to all of my guests who agreed to share their stories so that together we can all help to normalize conversations in Hmonglish about autism. Season Two was about exploring more in depth the topics introduced in season one. I had the privilege of being schooled on holistic therapy and what it will take to shift the Hmong community from autism awareness to autism acceptance. I'm so proud of all the courageous souls who entrusted me to provide a platform to share their stories and I hope that many years from now, other Hmong families will find comfort and support from hearing similar stories to their own experiences reflected in their Hmong brothers and sisters. I leave you all in Season 2 with a heartwarming chat I had with Sy Vang. I first met him when I co-founded a Facebook parent support group and am so glad to finally have found an opportunity to learn and share about Sy's journey as a Hmong autistic adult. ----- DISCLAIMER “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish” (the "Podcast") provides educational content related to autism and related topics. The information presented in this Podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider, such as a licensed physician or psychologist, with any questions you may have regarding autism or any other medical or psychological condition. The Podcast content is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be interpreted as, medical, psychological, or behavioral advice or recommendations for any specific individual or situation. The Podcast host(s), guest(s), and contributors are not providing personalized medical or psychological advice, and their views and opinions expressed in the Podcast are their own. Reliance on any information provided in this Podcast is solely at your own risk. The Podcast does not endorse or recommend any specific treatment methods, interventions, therapies, or approaches for autism. Any information or statements regarding specific treatments, therapies, or interventions should not be considered endorsements or recommendations. By accessing and using this Podcast, you agree to release “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish”, its host(s), guest(s), and contributors from any and all liability associated with the use or misuse of the information presented in the Podcast. You understand and acknowledge that “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish” is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or consequences resulting from your use of the Podcast content. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider or specialist who is knowledgeable about autism before making any decisions related to diagnosis, treatment, or interventions for yourself or a loved one. Autism is a complex and individualized condition, and what works for one person may not work for another. The "Let's talk about autism in Hmonglish" podcast is produced by Tiaj Yaj Lis Consulting, LLC. This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.

Service coordination is such a valuable asset and resource for all families. Tune in as Crystal shares how Milwaukee County Children, Youth & Family Services supports their community. ----- DISCLAIMER “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish” (the "Podcast") provides educational content related to autism and related topics. The information presented in this Podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider, such as a licensed physician or psychologist, with any questions you may have regarding autism or any other medical or psychological condition. The Podcast content is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be interpreted as, medical, psychological, or behavioral advice or recommendations for any specific individual or situation. The Podcast host(s), guest(s), and contributors are not providing personalized medical or psychological advice, and their views and opinions expressed in the Podcast are their own. Reliance on any information provided in this Podcast is solely at your own risk. The Podcast does not endorse or recommend any specific treatment methods, interventions, therapies, or approaches for autism. Any information or statements regarding specific treatments, therapies, or interventions should not be considered endorsements or recommendations. By accessing and using this Podcast, you agree to release “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish”, its host(s), guest(s), and contributors from any and all liability associated with the use or misuse of the information presented in the Podcast. You understand and acknowledge that “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish” is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or consequences resulting from your use of the Podcast content. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider or specialist who is knowledgeable about autism before making any decisions related to diagnosis, treatment, or interventions for yourself or a loved one. Autism is a complex and individualized condition, and what works for one person may not work for another. The "Let's talk about autism in Hmonglish" podcast is produced by Tiaj Yaj Lis Consulting, LLC. This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.

This next episode started with intentions of discussing an educational versus medical autism diagnosis and evolved into two moms simply sharing and connecting. As mothers, it is so helpful to find your tribe who understands you and your journey. On the heels of Mother's Day, I wish all mothers all the love and support you need. I encourage you to make some time for yourself as we cannot pour from an empty vessel. You are loved and cherished, every single day. ----- DISCLAIMER “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish” (the "Podcast") provides educational content related to autism and related topics. The information presented in this Podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider, such as a licensed physician or psychologist, with any questions you may have regarding autism or any other medical or psychological condition. The Podcast content is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be interpreted as, medical, psychological, or behavioral advice or recommendations for any specific individual or situation. The Podcast host(s), guest(s), and contributors are not providing personalized medical or psychological advice, and their views and opinions expressed in the Podcast are their own. Reliance on any information provided in this Podcast is solely at your own risk. The Podcast does not endorse or recommend any specific treatment methods, interventions, therapies, or approaches for autism. Any information or statements regarding specific treatments, therapies, or interventions should not be considered endorsements or recommendations. By accessing and using this Podcast, you agree to release “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish”, its host(s), guest(s), and contributors from any and all liability associated with the use or misuse of the information presented in the Podcast. You understand and acknowledge that “Let’s talk about autism in Hmonglish” is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or consequences resulting from your use of the Podcast content. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider or specialist who is knowledgeable about autism before making any decisions related to diagnosis, treatment, or interventions for yourself or a loved one. Autism is a complex and individualized condition, and what works for one person may not work for another. The "Let's talk about autism in Hmonglish" podcast is produced by Tiaj Yaj Lis Consulting, LLC. This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.