Building Lasting Relationships with Autistic Children
Through honest conversations and proven strategies, I’ll guide you toward new ways of supporting autistic individuals—so you feel equipped, connected, and inspired.
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INTRODUCING
Finding Hope on the Spectrum
Welcome to Finding Hope on the Spectrum — the podcast that invites you to pull up a chair and join in on invigorating conversations rather than lectures. I’m Brooke Wagner, an RDI® Consultant and founder of Therapeutic Approach to Growth. More importantly, I’m someone who deeply values connection, healing, and the power of hope along the autism journey.
In the episodes, you’ll discover:
✨Practical Support: Solutions that seamlessly integrate into the real lives of autistic individuals and their families
✨Inspirational Stories: Hear from families walking the same journey, sharing their stories of triumph and resilience.
✨Celebrations of Neurodiversity: Thought-provoking conversations that honor and elevate the importance of growth amidst diversity.
✨Diverse Approaches: From RDI® and mindfulness to equine therapy and interoception, explore a range of methodologies that support autistic individuals.
Join Us on This Journey Today
I'm Brooke Wagner
As an RDI® Program Certified Consultant and founder of Therapeutic Approach to Growth, I'm dedicated to supporting neurodiverse individuals and their families. My personal journey as a wife and mom of two daughters has shaped my perspective, along with over 25 years of professional focus on empowering families in the neurodiverse community. My mission is to help others feel heard, valued, and capable, fostering growth through connection, compassion, and ongoing learning alongside the families I serve.
Finding Hope on the Spectrum strives to offer authentic hope, insight, and inspiration through meaningful conversations and storytelling, all while exploring innovative therapies. Welcome to our community, where we find strength and celebrate every journey together
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Fresh hope, real tools, right at your fingertips. I’ve poured my best insights into this featured Autism Advocate article to help you feel more confident and connected in your journey with autism.
I was lucky enough to meet Brooke at the barn, her passion for empowering and educating the parent’s of special needs individuals is inspiring. Thank you for everything you do for the neurodiverse community! I love learning more about RDI and how we can harness the healing power of horses. I hope our shared passion for equine assisted therapy is the beginning of many transformative moments.
Brooke, you’re doing amazing! This show is very much needed in our community. We can all use some hope and support in our journeys. I’m lucky to know you through your work in real life but I’m glad that others will have access to your knowledge and wisdom as well. Keep it up!
- Tiff and Cece
Brooke Wagner has been my mentor and colleague for over 17 years. Although she is 20 years my junior, she has helped me grow in my profession more than any other person. New to RDI® when I started working with her, I would get excited about our weekly meetings because I knew I would walk away with new knowledge. I have witnessed her evolution and growth as a professional as well. She has always been highly passionate and deliberate about her work with families and as a result they have made amazing progress.
When she took on this new venture as a podcast host, I was confident that she would meet her goal of giving hope to the autism community. Thus far, she has produced incredible shows with a vast amount of information for parents and professionals alike. I personally have learned so much from them already and share them on a regular basis. I am excited to see the impact her podcasts will have over time! I have no doubt that it will be huge as more and more people listen to them and embrace interventions that change lives!
Finding Hope on the Spectrum has been such a helpful resource for our family as we navigate autism supports. I really appreciate how Brooke breaks down different therapies and services and brings on guests who share real, practical, and innovative insights, exactly the kind of information families like ours value. It never feels overwhelming; it feels more like a conversation with someone who truly understands our journey.
I’ve discovered so many different approaches, including some I hadn’t heard of before, and it’s given me more confidence and, most importantly, hope in choosing what might work best for us. I always look forward to new episodes!
-Â Teresa
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