Play Your Way to Success and Development with Theresa Alexander Inman | Ep. 81

In this episode of the Every Brain is Different podcast, hosts Samantha and Lauren sit down with Theresa Alexander Inman—a board certified behavior analyst, infant toddler developmental specialist, and certified autism spectrum disorder specialist. Theresa shares her insights and passion for working with families, training parents, and helping children meet developmental milestones through play.The discussion covers a range of topics including the importance of early intervention, the limitations of traditional education methods, and how parents can effectively advocate for their neurodivergent children. Theresa also introduces her book, 'Pathways to Early Communication,' aimed at providing practical strategies for parents while they're awaiting a formal diagnosis. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that emphasizes the unique, individualized needs of each child and the powerful role of play in early childhood development. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:31 Theresa's Role in the Neurodivergent Community01:43 The Power of Play in Child Development03:35 Real-Life Examples and Success Stories08:08 Challenges in the Education System16:04 Theresa's Book and Early Intervention24:28 Resources and Final Thoughts27:03 Conclusion and Highlights Neurodiversity in Harmony Summit: https://www.everybrainisdifferent.com/register Infant Toddler Program: https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/about-infant-toddler-program Where to find Theresa:TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresaWebsite: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parentcoachtheresa.alexanderinman/ Connect with Samantha Foote!Website: www.everybrainisdifferent.comEmail: [email protected] Connect with Samantha Foote!Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@everybrainisdifferent