Episode 110 - Ashley Wiley Johnson, PhD : Deeper Than A Disorder

In this engaging conversation, David Bryan speaks with Ashley Wiley-Johnson, a speech language pathologist and autism expert. They explore the evolution of speech pathology, the complexities of autism diagnosis, and the importance of social skills development. Ashley shares her journey into the field, the challenges faced by individuals with autism in educational settings, and the need for accommodations to support their success. They also discuss the impact of healthcare changes on autism services, disparities in diagnosis among different communities, and the importance of advocacy and awareness. The conversation concludes with Ashley introducing her podcast, 'Deeper Than a Disorder.' Ashely and her co-host and collaborator, Dr. George Castle, aim to humanize the experiences of individuals with so called “atypical” disorders.Dr. Ashley Wiley-Johnson is a speech-language pathologist, autism expert, author, and speaker based in Los Angeles. She holds a Ph.D. and is a Certified Clinical Competence Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP). She serves as Vice President of the Los Angeles Speech & Language Therapy Center, Inc., a long-standing practice specializing in autism and communication disorders.  Dr. Wiley-Johnson manages and supports clinical teams across multiple locations, guiding services from early intervention to adult employment readiness. She’s also an author, including 'Autism Spectrum Disorders: From Theory to Practice,' a textbook used internationally.  Dr. Wiley Johnson is a regular media contributor — appearing on FOX, MSNBC, KTLA -  and has been featured on other podcasts discussing autism and related topics. https://speakla.com/about/linkedin.com/in/ashley-wiley-johnson-ph-d-ccc-slp-81727abaInstagram @DeeperthanaDisorder You tube full episodes @DeeperthanaDisorderPodFull episodes audio: any where you get your podcasts.