In this important and often overlooked conversation, I’m joined by Tahra Cessna to talk about sex education, safety, and bodily autonomy as they relate to autistic children.
Tahra brings her expertise and compassionate approach to a topic that many caregivers, educators, and professionals struggle to navigate. We explore why these conversations are essential, how to approach them with neurodivergent children in mind, and what tools and strategies can help support safe, healthy development.
Whether you're a parent, therapist, or advocate, this episode offers guidance and reassurance for addressing sensitive topics with clarity, respect, and care.
About Tahra
Tahra Cessna is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has been working in the field for over 20 years. Tahra currently serves as the VP of Development for Bierman Autism Centers and is the founder for the Treasure Coast Autism Project (a private, non-profit school for autistic students). Tahra serves as an expert panelist for Home and Community Positive Behavior Support (HCPBS) where she and other parent-professions provide information and resources to caregivers of special needs children.
Tahra specializes in working with individuals that engage in inappropriate sexual behaviors that place them at risk for exploitation, harassment, and legal concerns. Tahra has provided training and has been published multiple times on the topic of social-sexual behaviors for both caregivers and professionals.
About Theresa
A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Infant Toddler Development Specialist, Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Introduced to behavior analysis in 2007 after years in the juvenile justice system.
Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.
Theresa is also an author, having published “Pathways to Early Communication” in 2022.
Connect with Theresa today!
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• BabyBoomer.org | Theresa Inman
• YouTube | Parenting with Confidence
• Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa
• Spotify via Anchor.fm | Parenting with Confidence
Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/
About Parenting on the Spectrum
Raising autistic children comes with unique joys, challenges, and learning moments. Join host Theresa as she explores the diverse experiences of parenting kids on the spectrum. Each episode features expert insights, real-life stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate this journey with understanding, compassion, and strength. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or ally, this podcast is your go-to resource for fostering connection and celebrating neurodiversity.
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