Autism and The Neuroverse

By New Focus Academy

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Dr. Brandon Park, Neuropsychologist & Founder of New Focus Academy, and Alta Swarnes, Family Connections Director, present a podcast on neuroscience and family/professional support, with emphasis on Autism. Dr Park is a self-proclaimed brain nerd and cognitive neuroscientist studying and supporting Autism. Alta Swarnes has been in the mental health field since 1997 and has a son on the Autism Spectrum. Alta interviews various professionals, including Dr. Park, and special trainings with a general focus on Autism and co-occurring disorders. Reach out to Alta@newfocusacademy.net for connections

Episode Date
From Surviving to Thriving: Finding Peace as a Special Needs Parent
Jun 25, 2026
Beyond Defiance: What Behavior Is Really Communicating with Heather Traeden
Jun 18, 2026
The Four C’s: Building Stronger Relationships with Neurodivergent Kids with Dr. Park
Jun 11, 2026
Autism in Girls: Why So Many Are Missed and How to Get the Right Diagnosis with Dr. Christina Feldman
Jun 04, 2026
Routines, Regulation & Raising Neurodivergent Kids with Brynn Bell
May 22, 2026
The Pediatrician’s Role in Autism: Early Signs, Advocacy & Support with Dr. Kristen Cook
May 15, 2026
Finding a Voice: Understanding Selective Mutism
Apr 30, 2026
Autism, Prediction & the Modern World: Rethinking How We Support Neurodivergent Minds
Apr 23, 2026
Relationships & Boundaries (Part 2): Safety, Rejection, and Building Connection
Apr 14, 2026
Finding Light Again: A Teen’s Story of Growth, Family Healing, and Progress
Apr 10, 2026
Relationships & Boundaries (Part 1): Understanding the Social “Operating System”
Apr 09, 2026
Service Dogs for Autism: Training, Trust, and Transformation
Apr 03, 2026
Service Dogs That Change Lives: Inside 4 Paws for Ability
Mar 25, 2026
Uniquely, Fully Enough: A Parent’s Journey Through Neurodiverge with Vicki Christensen
Mar 18, 2026
From Emotions to Strategy: IDEA Advocacy for Experienced Autism Parents
Mar 10, 2026
Inside the Admissions Process at New Focus & LiFT with Janelle Ayala
Mar 03, 2026
Supporting Neurodivergent Young Adults Through the Transition to Independence
Jan 29, 2026
Autism De-Escalation Tools: Reflective Listening, Empathy, and the Executive Brain
Jan 20, 2026
Transitions to Adulthood: Helping Neurodivergent Young Adults Build Independence
Jan 14, 2026
Designing Spaces Where Everyone Belongs: Adaptive Playgrounds in Spanish Fork
Dec 16, 2025
Disconnect to Reconnect: Helping Autistic Teens Build Healthy Tech Habits with Dr. Neil Christensen
Dec 09, 2025
Predictive Autonomy: Helping Neurodivergent Kids Build Real-World Independence with Dr. Park
Dec 02, 2025
ARFID & Neurodiversity: How Sensory, Trauma, and Anxiety Shape Eating with Lauren Sharifi
Nov 18, 2025
Inside Salt Lake City's Neurodiverse-Friendly Airport with Mark Cheminant
Nov 11, 2025
Adapting Clothes, Empowering Lives with Hilary Pham from Equability
Nov 04, 2025
Masking and Burnout in Autism: Understanding the Hidden Cost of Fitting In With Blankenship
Oct 28, 2025
Beauty in Pain with Author Corey Hatfield
Oct 21, 2025
From Fear to Calm: Sensory-Friendly Barbering with Henry Tribes
Oct 14, 2025
Synesthesia and Storytelling: Nicola Rose on Magnetosphere and Depicting Neurodiversity on Screen
Oct 07, 2025
ADHD, Motherhood, and Advocacy: Charlotte Shores on Turning Neurodivergence into Strength
Sep 30, 2025
Predictive Strategies for Autism: Dr. Park on Building Safety, Flexibility, and Forward Thinking
Sep 23, 2025
Autism Awareness & Law Enforcement: Building Safe Community Connections with Chief Sever
Sep 16, 2025
Executive Functioning and Autism: Building Emotional Regulation, Flexibility, and Independence with Jay Williams
Sep 09, 2025
Music Therapy for Autism: Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Family Connection with Mary White
Aug 27, 2025
Helping Autistic Children and Teens Build Safety, Security, and Stability with Dr. Park
Aug 21, 2025
Radical Acceptance & the Autism Spectrum with Adam Durrant
Jul 22, 2025
Why Does Reciprocity Feel Like a Puzzle for Kids with Autism?
Jul 15, 2025
Building a Village in Education with Irene Summers
Jun 24, 2025
Internal Family Systems with Adam Durant
Jun 11, 2025
Speech Therapy with Betina Workman
May 28, 2025
Vocational Services with Meta-Mindfulness Connection
May 13, 2025
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) with Dr. Brandon Park
May 08, 2025
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Dr. CJ Powers
May 06, 2025
Problem Solving & The Autistic Mind with Dr. Brandon Park
May 02, 2025
The Process of Growth with Brandon Park
Feb 14, 2025
Self Care with Brandon Park
Feb 11, 2025
Addiction Insights with Winslow Morrell
Dec 17, 2024
TMPRR Approach with Dr. Brandon Park
Dec 09, 2024
Concept Driven Learning with Dr. Park
Nov 08, 2024
Academics and the School Year with Kris Thacker
Nov 01, 2024
Attachment in Early Childhood with Phil Francis
Oct 23, 2024
"Why am I here?" with Dr. Brandon Park
Sep 26, 2024
Division of Services for People with Disabilities with Liz
Sep 24, 2024
New Focus Teacher Highlight- Johnny Young
Aug 14, 2024
Adaptive Goals with Dr. Brandon Park
Aug 06, 2024
Life in the Autonomy House with Lee Langham
Jul 30, 2024
Building Autonomy: Strategies for Supporting Neurodiverse Students with D. Wymer
Jul 23, 2024
Hands-on Science with Bonny Armstrong
Jul 17, 2024
The Importance of Personal Values with Dr. Brandon Park
Jul 09, 2024
Neurofeedback and Brain Mapping with Dr. Ingrid Boveda
Jun 18, 2024
P&G Support Metrics with Dr. Brandon Park
Jun 11, 2024
Unique Teaching Methods with Kristi Pulsipher
May 28, 2024
Vocational Learning at LiFT and NFA with Liz
May 23, 2024
Boundaries and Connection with Dr. Brandon Park
Mar 18, 2024
Medical Protocols with Lindsay Foster
Mar 13, 2024
The Road Home with Ruben Jimenez
Mar 08, 2024
Positive Reinforcement with Dr. Brandon Park
Feb 26, 2024
De-escalation With Dr. Brandon Park
Feb 26, 2024
Pre-Employment Transition Services
Feb 26, 2024
Normalcy And the Desire to Fit in with Dr. Brandon Park
Feb 26, 2024
The Good and Bad of Video Games with Franco Bernard
Feb 26, 2024
Home Visits with Dr. Brandon Park
Feb 26, 2024
Cognitive Distortions with Chloe Bikman
Feb 26, 2024
Diffusing Power Struggles with Dr. Brandon Park
Feb 26, 2024
EMDR Techniques with Chris McLaws
Feb 26, 2024
Body Dysmorphia & Sexual Identity with Dr. Brandon Park
Feb 26, 2024
Community Outreach with Kristi Pulsipher
Feb 26, 2024