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Adapting TogetherEP 9: The Roles As an Educational Psychologist In MalaysiaIn this enlightening episode, we sit down with Ms. Tan Cheng Yi, a Chartered Educational Psychologist, to explore what her role entails, how educational psychologists differ from other mental health professionals, and what kind of support they provide for children with autism and learning differences.Whether you’re a parent wondering if your child is ready for school, or a teacher navigating behavioral concerns in the classroom, this episode offers practical insights, real-life examples, and professional guidance.Resource:Ms. Tan Cheng Yi's Profile & Appointment PageChapters:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - What is an Educational Ps...2025-07-2643 min
Adapting TogetherEP 8: Understanding ABA In MalaysiaIn this episode, Kevin and Xin Yi sit down with Alexa Goh, Learning and Development Manager at SEED Autism Service; Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) and President of the Malaysia Association of Behaviour Analysis, to demystify Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), a therapy often called the “gold standard” for early autism intervention.Together, they explore:What ABA really means in practiceHow it differs from other therapiesCommon concerns like masking and ethicsWhy it’s often 1:1 and how that impacts costWhat families can expect from assessments and ongo...2025-07-121h 17
Adapting TogetherEP 7: Growing Up with My Two Siblings with AutismIn this heartfelt interview, we sit down with a young lady who grew up alongside her two brothers with autism. She shares what happiness looks like in her family, the challenges she faced as a sister, and the curiosity she felt as a child trying to understand her brothers' condition.With moments of laughter and tears, this raw and touching conversation offers a rare glimpse into sibling life in a neurodiverse family — full of love, growth, and unforgettable memories.2025-07-0618 min
Adapting TogetherEP6: My Journey Raising Two Sons with AutismIn this special Father's Day episode, we speak with Andrew—a devoted dad of two autistic sons—who opens up about the family's journey from diagnosis to young adulthood. With honesty and warmth, Andrew shares the challenges, joys, and life lessons of raising his boys, and how their presence has shaped his perspective on life.Though the episode centers on a father’s voice, Andrew often reflects on the deep partnership he shares with his wife—a source of strength and unity throughout their parenting journey. Together, they’ve built a loving, supportive home grounded in teamwork and resili...2025-06-1450 min
Adapting TogetherEP 5: Strengthening Marriage While Raising an Autistic ChildOverview:When autism enters a family, it can quietly strain the relationship between spouses, emotionally, practically, and relationally. In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Tae shares how couples can stay connected during the most overwhelming seasons, and how they can navigate stress, role imbalance, and emotional disconnect without losing each other in the process.Drawing from over a decade of experience working with couples and families, Dr. Tae offers gentle insight, practical tools, and powerful reminders that you and your partner are not alone.You’ll learn:Wh...2025-05-3144 min
Adapting TogetherEP 4: Parents Acceptance & Self Care with Counsellor Faith FooIn this episode of Adapting Together, we sit down with Faith Foo, a registered clinical counsellor and EMDR practitioner, to unpack two deeply personal and essential topics for every parent of a child on the autism spectrum:Acceptance and Self-Care.With warmth, humor, and powerful analogies, Faith helps us understand how emotional overwhelm, guilt, and isolation are normal parts of the journey — but also how we can process, move forward, and heal, one moment at a time.📞 Connect with Faith:For those needing someone to walk alongside you in this jour...2025-05-1742 min
Adapting TogetherEP3: Understanding Autism from a Developmental Paediatrician's Perspective with Dr. RajiniIn this second part of our conversation with Dr. Rajini Sarvananthan, Consultant Developmental Pediatrician, we dive deeper into what every parent needs to understand about autism—not just the diagnosis, but the emotional, practical, and societal layers that come with it.Whether you're still waiting for answers or already navigating your child’s journey with ASD, this episode offers much-needed clarity, compassion, and encouragement.Make sure you stay till the end for some pleasant surprise.🧠 What you will learn:The difference between speech delay and autism-related communication impairmentWhat Gl...2025-05-0339 min
Adapting TogetherEP2: Understanding Autism from a Developmental Paediatrician's Perspective with Dr. RajiniIn this episode of Adapting Together, we’re honored to sit down with Dr. Rajini Sarvananthan, a highly respected Consultant Developmental Paediatrician at ParkCity Medical Centre and Baby & Beyond Child Specialist Clinic. With decades of experience supporting neurodivergent children and their families, Dr. Rajini helps us understand the early signs of autism, the diagnostic journey, and what happens after the diagnosis. Whether you’re a parent just starting this journey, a caregiver waiting anxiously for an appointment, or someone looking to better understand developmental differences, this episode is designed to support you in coping.2025-04-1932 min
Adapting TogetherAdapting Together: Empowering, Supporting & Inspiring Autism Families in MalaysiaIn this very first episode, co-hosts Kevin Neoh, Carmen Loke, and Gan Xin Yi come together to share the story behind Adapting Together—a podcast created to raise awareness about autism and to support families, educators, and caregivers, especially in the Malaysian context.You’ll hear:🌱 Personal introductions and how each host began their journey in the autism space—from professional experience to lived parenting.🌱 Why this podcast was born out of the need for more accessible, localised, and supportive information about autism.🌱 The story behind the name Adapting Together—and...2025-04-0130 min