In this episode, Lisa reflects on what parenting her son through years of severe anxiety, OCD, aggression, and hospitalizations taught her as he transitioned into adulthood. She shares three principles that carried her through the darkest seasons—and continue to guide her as an autism mom today.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

How acceptance evolved from a one-time idea into a moment-by-moment practice
Why resistance to reality can interfere with decision-making during crisis
What unconditional love looks like when your child feels unfamiliar
How holding hope differs from denial—and why it requires courage
Why clearer advocacy came only after facing what was actually happening

Lisa’s Takeaway:

The teen years forced me to accept what was happening in real time, love my child without conditions tied to outcomes, and hold hope even when there was no evidence yet. Those three principles changed how I showed up as a parent—and as an advocate.

Links Mentioned:

Schedule a consultation: https://talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me/
Email Lisa: lisa@theautismmomcoach.com

If this episode resonated and you’re carrying a lot right now—whether you’re in crisis or simply worn down—you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Schedule a one-on-one consultation at talkwiththeautismmomcoach.as.me and let’s talk through what support could look like for you.

Ep 190: Lessons from the Teen Years, So Far