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#251: Supporting Parents Through Telehealth with Lily Darnell and Sarah Varillas
· 23 min · Episode 251
Episode #251: Supporting Parents Through Telehealth with Lily Darnell and Sarah Varillas
Lily Darnell and Sarah Varillas of Inner Circle Autism Network are using a telehealth behavioral parent training model to support families in a powerful new way. Their approach helps parents gain the tools and confidence to use ABA strategies at home—especially when traditional, clinic-based services may not be accessible.
For many families, clinic environments or long waitlists can create barriers to care. Inner Circle’s telehealth model offers a lifeline for those in transition, waiting for services, or needing support that fits into their family’s daily life. As Lily and Sarah share, parents already have so much on their plates, and telehealth can meet them where they are.
For clinicians interested in getting started, the RUBI Parent Training package is available online, complete with resources and worksheets. Lily and Sarah also offer practical advice: review state licensing requirements and payer guidelines for virtual care, plan meet-and-greets for new families, and structure a caseload that allows for flexibility and consistency.
Ultimately, many parents can benefit from a coach, confidant, and partner. Through this innovative telehealth model, ABA can reach beyond the clinic walls to truly support families in their everyday lives.
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What’s Inside:
• How Inner Circle Autism Network supports families through a telehealth model • The benefits of behavioral parent training for accessibility and flexibility • When telehealth is the right fit for families waiting for or transitioning between services • Getting started with the RUBI Parent Training package and key clinician considerations
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