Welcome to Episode 283 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

This week’s guest is someone I admire deeply. Few people have shaped the autism world more than Patricia Lemer.

She’s a counselor, diagnostician, longtime host of Autism Detectives, and the author of the essential books Outsmarting Autism and now Total Load Theory: Transforming Lives in Autism, ADHD, LD, SPD, and Mental Health.

Patty helps parents understand root causes and the stressors that overload the body.

The secret this week is…

Stop Guessing, Start UNLOADING

You'll Discover:

• Why Patty Returned With A New Book (3:24)
• Why Nervous-System Regulation Must Come First (6:45)
• The Lifestyle Basics That Still Move the Needle Most (11:20)
• What “Total Load Theory” Reveals About Hidden Stressors (17:41)
• How One Family Made Big Gains By Going Back To Nature (25:30)
• How Patty’s New AI Tool Helps — And Why Source Matters (29:13)

About Our Guest:

Patricia S. Lemer, M.S., M.Ed., LPC is a licensed professional counselor, educational diagnostician, and co-founder of Developmental Delay Resources. She hosts The Autism Detectives and is the author of Envisioning a Bright Future, Outsmarting Autism, and her newest book Total Load Theory, which integrates functional medicine, sensory processing, developmental vision, and lifestyle foundations.

www.patricialemer.com

Book: Total Load Theory (Skyhorse Publishing) or on Amazon

References In This Episode:

• Total Load Theory by Patricia Lemer
• Outsmarting Autism by Patricia Lemer
• The Sensitive Patient’s Healing Guide — Dr. Neil Nathan
• APS Episode 212: You Can’t Heal If You Don’t Feel Safe with Dr. Neil Nathan
• APS Episode 280: We CAN Change The Neurodevelopmental Trajectory with Dr. Larry Palevsky
• BRMI – Bioregulatory Medicine Institute
• Dr. Christian Bogner & Autism Is Biomedical
• The Optimal Parent Facebook Page
• Peter Sullivan
  
  

Additional Resources:

• To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com
• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?

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Welcome to Episode 282 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

Every parent wants transformation for their child. But it doesn’t come from guesswork. Real change happens when the right support is identified and applied with precision.

That’s why I’m excited to welcome back Dr. Jerry Kartzinel. He last joined us in Episode 199, “Autism is Treatable.” Dr. Jerry is a trusted leader in functional medicine and pediatrics with decades of experience helping children on the spectrum.

This conversation is about why doing less, but with focus, can work better than trying everything — and how targeted nutrition and supplements can bring results that may surprise you.

If you’ve felt overwhelmed by too many options or stuck in trial-and-error, this conversation will bring clarity.

The secret this week is…

TARGETED Support Transforms

You'll Discover:

• Why Less Can Be More With Targeted Support (7:49)
• How Parents Can Avoid Trial-And-Error Burnout (13:05)
• The First Steps Dr. Jerry Recommends For Families (19:36)
• Why Generic Protocols Rarely Deliver Transformation (25:15)
• A Story Of Transformation Through Precision Support (32:54)
• How Coaching Helps Parents Maximize Practitioner Guidance (39:04)

About Our Guest:

Dr. Jerry Kartzinel is a Board-Certified pediatrician and a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics who specializes in the recovery of neurodevelopmental, chronic neuro-inflammatory diseases, and hormonal dysfunctions. He is the author of the best-selling book Healing and Preventing Autism (co-authored with Jenny McCarthy). Dr. Jerry has helped thousands of children on the autism spectrum through targeted, individualized medical care.

https://drjerryk.com/

https://www.mendingnaturally.com/

References In This Episode:

• APS Episode 199 “Autism IS Treatable” w/ Dr. Jerry Kartzinel
  
  

Additional Resources:

• To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com
• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
  

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Welcome to Episode 281 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

If you're a parent who’s heard about Leucovorin, folinic acid, or calcium folinate—and you're confused—you’re not alone. There's a lot of conflicting information right now, especially in the wake of the Leucovorin case and increased media attention.

This week’s guest returns to the podcast to help clarify what really matters. Nicole Rincon is a board-certified Physician Assistant, a microbiologist by training, and a deeply committed parent who’s been supporting children with autism—including her own triplets—for over a decade.

She brings both clinical and lived experience to this topic—and today, we dig into the nuances of folate metabolism, pharma vs supplement forms, and the specific use cases for Leucovorin and related supports.

The secret this week is…

Clarify The Leucovorin Confusion

You'll Discover:

• Why Leucovorin Is Suddenly Getting National Attention (4:23)
• Signs of Cerebral Folate Deficiency (8:11)
• How To Know If Pharma Or Supplement-Based Support Is Right For Your Child (12:15)
• Why Supporting The Folate Pathway Can Improve Speech, Focus, and Behavior (18:28)
• What Parents Should Ask Before Starting Leucovorin (24:17)
• Whether Leucovorin Is A Short-Term Fix Or Long-Term Support (33:13)

About Our Guest:

Nicole Rincon, MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a background in microbiology and genetics. She received her Master’s Degree from Western University of Health Sciences and has been working with children with autism—including her own triplets—for over a decade. Nicole offers functional and integrative care, combining deep clinical knowledge with personal insight.

🔗 More about Nicole at Rossignol Medical Center

References In This Episode:

• The Folate Fix: Exploring the Role of Folate in Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders by Dr. Richard Frye
• APS Episode 245: “Evidence-Based Treatments FIRST” w/ Dr. Richard Frye

Additional Resources:

• To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com
• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?

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