Olivia Rojo, is the mom and advocate behind (@prayingthroughautism). She's a praying mom, former inclusion teacher, and a mom to two beautiful girls—one who is a nonspeaking with profound autism.

She also passionate about staying strong and regulated herself, because caring for her nervous system helps her be a better support for her daughter. Working out with CENTR has also become a big part of self-regulation and self-care.

After her daughters first regression into nonspeaking autism—and having three nonspeaking girls who regressed in her family—she believed for years that autism had to be genetic. She later learned it wasn’t. Years later, her daughter experienced a second major regression that was repeatedly dismissed as “just autism.” This time, she trusted her gut, kept searching, and discovered PANS/PANDAS and other underlying medical conditions.

Guided by her faith, she now advocates for profound autism families, investigating regression, and looking beyond the diagnosis to improve children’s health and quality of life.

You can find her here:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/praying_through_autism/

IMPORTANT RESOURCES:

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https://www.drdanajohnson.com

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https://www.youtube.com/@DrDanaJohnson⁩

🔗 Spellers Method: www.spellers.com

🎬 Spellers Documentary: • SPELLERS THE MOVIE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h1rcLyznK0&t=2210s

📍 Find a Spellers Center: www.spellerstampa.com or www.spellersatlanta.com

📚 Learn About Whole-Body Apraxia: www.drdanajohnson.com

Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am a licensed occupational therapist, not a medical doctor. The content shared reflects my professional experience, clinical insights, and personal opinions, and should not be interpreted as a substitute for individualized medical, diagnostic, or therapeutic advice. Always consult your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or qualified specialist for guidance specific to your child’s needs. Use of this content is at your own discretion and risk. Viewing or interacting with this channel does not create a therapist-client relationship.