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Autism Resource PodcastABA Therapy and Your Child with Jeff SkibitskyJeff is founder and president of ABS Kids which has become a leading provider of services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The company has locations in California, Utah, and North Carolina and works with a team of more than 800 treatment providers. Jeff has been active in the autism community for almost two decades, holding numerous positions on various committees and boards. He is an advocate and a nationally recognized expert in treatments for children with ASD.
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Autism WeeklyHow Autism Acceptance Can Influence Child Abuse Prevention | with Dr. Nicole Young #165Join us on this week's Autism Weekly podcast where our host, Jeff Skibitsky, engages in a meaningful conversation with Dr. Nicole Young, Clinical psychology director for California at ABS Kids. This episode takes a deep dive into the significance of April, highlighting its importance as both Child Abuse Prevention Month and Autism Acceptance Month. Dr. Young shares her insights on what autism acceptance truly means and how it shapes the way we approach and empower individuals with autism.
The discussion also addresses the delicate topic of child abuse and its relevance to the autism community. This episode...2024-04-1933 minAutism WeeklyNavigating Schools for Autistic Children with ABA Therapy | with Matthew Wappett #156In this insightful episode of Autism Weekly, host Jeff Skibitsky and esteemed guest Dr. Matthew Wappet, Executive Director of Utah State University's Institute for Disability Research, engage in an illuminating discussion about reimagining the future of education to be more inclusive for individuals with disabilities. With a focus on autism, they critically discuss the current challenges and possibilities of special education.
The episode highlights the pressing issues of incorrect societal attitudes, inadequate policies, and funding restrictions that often hinder the progress of inclusive education. It also examines contested topics such as the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), parental...2024-01-2649 minAutism WeeklyAn Awesome Visit To Erik’s Ranch & Retreats | Interview With The Vital Team Members That Live & Work There! #105This week we have an exciting episode. Jeff Skibitsky visited Erik’s Ranch in person and talked with some of the awesome team members on the spectrum that are critical to the operations of the ranch. As a high-level overview, Erik’s Ranch proudly offers a first-of-its kind living, working and social environment for young adults with autism. Not only are both locations home to young adults with autism, but individuals operate the boutique-style guest accommodations at the two destination locations in Minnesota and Montana. Erik’s Ranch was recently featured on the Netflix series "The World's Most Amazing Vacati...2022-10-2117 min