The Autism Expert

With budgetary meltdowns facing every state and dire warnings of a long-term financial crisis, spending priorities have become the most contentious issue of the day. But there's no argument that autism is a tremendous expense to our economy, one which will cost Americans over 700 billion dollars in less than a generation.

As an expert in both the financial and personal costs of autism, Joanne Lara offers audiences a unique perspective. With substantial media experience, Joanne knows exactly how to cut-to-the-chase, offering common sense and sometimes even controversial solutions to the problems we all face. She brings a personal dynamic to interviews that immediately involves viewers, listeners and readers alike.

Point-by-point, Joanne covers the fiscal realities of autism from individuals and families to states and institutions. She shows how these funds could be far better applied to a whole range of crucial areas and projects. But most of all, she brings to light promising new therapies and preventative measures. Modest investments in research and treatments that could reap billions of dollars in additional revenues, thereby helping to shape a more encouraging monetary outlook for our nation.

However, Joanne is not just a dreamer - she's a doer. The creator of a highly acclaimed new therapy called aut-erobics, it's the first movement and music program specifically designed to empower children 3-15 yrs of age with autism. By applying her own experience as a professional dancer, she has triumphed against many of the most challenging barriers these young people face. Indeed Joanne's results are a breakthrough, and she's proud to demonstrate her remarkably uplifting techniques.

What's more, Joanne wants to share her extensive knowledge of hot button issues such as "Autism and Inclusion," "Physical Fitness and Autism," "The Possible Causes of Autism," plus "Friendship and Socialization Solutions for Children With Autism."

The bottom line is that interviewing Joanne is always a moving and enriching experience. Her positive, upbeat viewpoint, sprinkled with wry humor and poignant observations, is a much needed remedy to many of the grim items currently dominating the news.

Here is a partial list of her media appearances:

abc7 - Eyewitness News

Lester Holt - MSNBC

KCSN 88.5 FM - 88.5 Shrink Rap

Named "Best of LA" by Los Angeles Magazine

Streamed live worldwide at KCSN.org

Autism One Radio/Voice of America

Suzi Marsh LCSW B 98.5 Fm

KBUL 970AM - Tommy B Show

George Putnam Show

WVNJ - Sam Greenfield Show

KBUL 98FM

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