Episode Details

What happens when autistic children grow into autistic adults?

In this episode of Autism Labs, Mike Carr sits down with Mailande Vise, M.Ed., BCBA, an experienced behavior analyst with more than a decade of experience supporting autistic individuals across a wide range of ages and support needs.

Together they discuss one of the most pressing issues facing families today: the shortage of specialized programs and trained professionals for autistic teens and adults.

Mailande shares her firsthand experiences working with individuals with profound autism, including the challenges clinics face when supporting older learners with significant communication and behavioral needs. She also offers practical strategies for parents and caregivers, including identifying triggers, using visual supports, implementing environmental modifications, and creating proactive behavior plans.

The conversation explores the growing neurodiversity movement, the importance of communication systems, and innovative community-based programs that help autistic individuals build independence, vocational skills, and meaningful connections.

If you're a parent, caregiver, educator, therapist, or autism professional wondering what comes after early intervention, this episode provides valuable insights, practical tools, and reasons for hope.

Topics Covered:
• Adult autism services
• Profound autism support
• ABA therapy strategies
• Visual schedules and social stories
• Communication systems
• Behavioral support planning
• Neurodiversity acceptance
• Community integration
• Vocational training programs
• Autism transition planning

Guest:
Mailande Vise, BCBA

Connect with Mailande:
Email: mailande@viseabatherapy.com 

Phone: 601-291-0339

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mailande-vise-3448a0110/

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