The Meltdown Action Plan -- Download it Here: https://mailchi.mp/theautismmomcoach.com/mapAutism meltdowns are intense, overwhelming, and often misunderstood—not just for the child, but for the parent as well. In Episode 168 of The Autism Mom Coach Podcast, Lisa Candera shares a groundbreaking, trauma-informed tool designed specifically for autism moms who feel frozen, reactive, or helpless during their child’s dysregulation.Introducing the Meltdown Action Plan—a step-by-step, easy-to-follow framework that gives parents the tools and structure they need to stay calm and take purposeful action during meltdowns.Drawing on her personal experience as a solo parent to a teen with autism and her work with hundreds of coaching clients, Lisa explains how to shift from crisis-driven reactions to empowered parenting with her signature MAP Method:Meltdown PrepAction DuringPost-Meltdown RecoveryThis episode is a must-listen for every autism parent who’s ever thought:“I don’t know what to do during a meltdown.” “Why can't my autistic child just calm down?.” “Why is this still happening?”Lisa answers those questions—and more—while offering hope, clarity, and a plan.🎁 Download the Free Meltdown Action PlanLisa’s new resource includes: ✅ The 3 phases of the MAP Method ✅ Fill-in-the-blank worksheets ✅ Real-life examples from autism moms ✅ Guided prompts to help you regulate yourself before, during, and after a meltdown👉 Get it here: https://mailchi.mp/theautismmomcoach.com/map 📅 Ready for personal support? Book a free consultation with Lisa here: https://talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me/⏱️ Timestamps for This Episode:00:00 – Introduction to Episode 168 00:23 – Why Lisa Created the Meltdown Action Plan 01:35 – The Real Problem With Meltdowns (Hint: It’s Not Just the Behavior) 03:27 – What Is the MAP Method? 03:55 – Phase One: Meltdown Preparation 04:28 – Phase Two: Action During a Meltdown 05:07 – Phase Three: Post-Meltdown Recovery 06:01 – What’s Inside the Free Download 06:30 – Final Thoughts and Invitation to Work With Lisa💡 What Parents Will Learn:Why trying to “fix” meltdowns often makes them worseThe difference between reacting vs. respondingWhat meltdowns signal about your child’s nervous systemThe single shift that helped Lisa stop dreading meltdowns and start preparing for themHow Lisa helps clients create personalized meltdown action plans that actually workThis Episode Is For: Autism moms who want a clear, repeatable plan for handling autism meltdowns with more skill and compassion -- for their child and themselves.About Lisa Candera: Lisa Candera is a solo mom to a teen with severe autism and significant aggression. She’s a certified life coach and the creator of The Autism Mom Coach, a coaching program designed to help autism moms regulate their emotions, reduce burnout, and become confident leaders in their homes. With a background in law and over 40 years of lived experience with autism, Lisa brings a unique blend of strategy, science, and soul to every episode.👉 If this episode resonates with you: ✔️ Subscribe ✔️ Share with another autism parent who needs a plan that works

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