Naturally Recovering Autism with Karen Thomas
Karen Thomas, Founder, CEO
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Housing, Support and Community for Individuals with Autism [Podcast Episode #247]
Housing, support and community for individuals with autism and other disabilities and the families who love them. Unity is a non-profit organization inspired by parents of a child with autism. As…
From Silence to Connection: How Children with Autism Begin to Develop Speech and Communication Naturally [Podcast Episode #246]
What’s Changing in Autism Support (And Why It Matters) There’s a major shift happening right now in how autism is approached. Instead of trying to “fix” behaviors, more professionals are moving…
Natural Ways to Help Children with Autism Build Confidence, Communication, and Social Skills [Podcast Episode #245]
As parents of children with autism we need to communicate with our children in ways that they understand, and understand them so they can thrive. In today’s episode I interview Robert Bernstein. We…
You Don’t Have to Navigate Autism Recovery Alone: The Power of Community and Shared Experience [Podcast Episode #244]
Feeling alone in your child’s autism journey? Learn how support, guidance, and community can accelerate progress and bring hope to recovery. If you’re a parent walking the path of autism recovery,…
Can Autism Symptoms Improve? What Many Parents Are Discovering [Podcast Episode #243]
One of the most common questions parents quietly ask after their child receives an autism diagnosis is this: “Can things get better?” Not just in small ways—but in meaningful ways that help their…
The Hidden Stress Autism Parents Carry That Most People Never See [Podcast Episode #242]
There’s a kind of stress autism parents carry that doesn’t show up in a doctor’s office chart, doesn’t get acknowledged in quick conversations, and rarely gets fully understood by those who haven’t…
The 7 Most Common Mistakes Parents Make in Autism Recovery (and How to Avoid Them)” [Podcast Episode #241]
Over the past few weeks we’ve talked about why autism recovery progress can look uneven, the subtle signs your child’s body may be healing, and Why Progress Can Look Uneven in Autism Recovery (and…
5 Signs Your Child’s Body Is Healing (Even If Behaviors Haven’t Changed Yet) [Podcast episode #240]
After learning that progress in autism recovery can look uneven, many parents ask a very important question: “How do I know if what we’re doing is actually helping?” When behaviors are the only thing…
Why Progress Can Look Uneven in Autism Recovery and Why That’s Normal [Podcast Episode #239]
If you’re walking the autism recovery journey with your child, you’ve probably experienced moments that feel confusing—or even discouraging. Just when things seem to be improving, a behavior…
Listening to What’s Working: Reflections Of Autism Support and Success Stories from Naturally Recovering Autism [Podcast #238]
There’s been a lot of conversation around autism—what’s working, what’s not, and how overwhelmed families can feel trying to support their children in a way that actually makes sense. After recently…
Rethinking Autism: Diagnosis, Diversity, and Identity in a New Era of Understanding [Podcast Episode #237]
Autism is changing — not because autistic people are changing, but because our understanding of autism is finally catching up to the lived reality of millions of individuals and families. For…
Why I started Looking Into the X39 Patch and What I've Learned
Some people simply want to use X39 for personal wellness. Others feel called to share it. If you are loving what X39 is doing for you and want to share it with friends, family, or your community,…
Understanding Autism Differently: Natural Ways to Support Children and Help Them Thrive [Podcast Episode #236]
How Understanding Autism Biology Can Help Children Thrive Autism Is Not One Thing: Why So Many Children Struggle — And Why It’s Not “Just Autism” For decades, autism has been treated as a…
The Benefits of Far-Infrared Saunas [Podcast Episode #235]
Far-infrared has been used for centuries as a natural, safe method to assist health in multiple ways. Additional methods to assist detoxification are extremely important, especially for children with…
When “Healthy” Foods Aren’t So Healthy: Thallium, Heavy Metals, Mycotoxins, and What to Do About It [Podcast Episode #234]
Leafy greens, beans, and whole grains have long been celebrated as the heart of a clean, nutrient-rich diet. And yes — they can be incredibly nourishing. But there’s a side of the story most people…
New Research Junk Food, Packaging Chemicals, and Kids’ Brain Health [Podcast Episode #233]
Researchers from Virginia Tech have discovered that ultra-processed meats and beverages are the worst for brain health. Individuals who consumed one or more extra servings of either of these foods…
Don’t Underestimate a Child with Autism: One Mom’s Journey to Real Recovery with the Naturally Recovering Autism Roadmap [Podcast Episode #232]
Many parents are willing to do anything to help their child with autism. When traditional therapies don’t bring the progress they hope for, it’s easy to feel desperate—and to keep searching for the…
From Silence To “I Love You”: A Mom’s Story of Hope and Healing with Naturally Recovering Autism [Podcast Episode #231]
Every parent of a child with autism knows the moments of doubt, frustration, and heartache. For one devoted mom, the journey began with silence—days and months where her son barely spoke, struggled…
California Approves Independent Vaccine Guidelines Law As Multi State Alliances Emerge [Podcast Episode #230]
California Passes Law Allowing State to Set Its Own Vaccine Guidance In a landmark move, California has passed a new law (AB 144, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 17, 2025) that gives the…
Benefits Of A Late Autism Diagnosis: Self-Understanding and Support At Any Age [Podcast Episode #229]
Instead of just focusing on the controversy or risks of misdiagnosis, you can pivot toward the benefits of finally having clarity through a late diagnosis, and then be empowered with actionable,…
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Naturally Recovering Autism with Karen Thomas has published 266 episodes since June 2017, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.
Naturally Recovering Autism with Karen Thomas is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 37m.
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