In this episode of the Autism in Black Podcast, Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, is joined by Dr. Berry, a physician, and host of the Dr. Berry Pierre Podcast. Dr. Berry is a father of two beautiful autistic children, one with ADHD, and is an advocate for the black community in health care. Dr. Berry and Maria Davis-Pierre discuss the upcoming conference and the importance of education, advocacy, and community in supporting the Black autistic community. The 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference is presented as a valuable opportunity for individuals and families to connect, learn, and empower themselves.
The discussion centers around Dr. Berry's personal experience of having autistic family members and how it led him to become an advocate for the Black community in healthcare. Dr. Berry shares how his daughter was diagnosed with autism at a young age and the challenges he and his family faced in navigating the healthcare system and accessing resources.
Dr. Berry also emphasizes the importance of attending events like the Autism in Black Conference to gain knowledge, build community, and receive support. The conference is designed to provide education and empowerment to parents and caregivers of Black autistic children, as well as autistic individuals themselves.
Listeners will learn about the backstory of Autism in Black and its mission to provide education and advocacy for the Black autistic community. Dr. Berry discusses the importance of breaking down stigmas surrounding autism in the Black community and the need for increased representation and visibility of Black autistic individuals in the media.
To learn more about Dr. Berry and his work, visit his website, www.drpierreroberts.com.
Links for Dr. Berry:
- YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/drberrypierretv
- Instagram: @drpierreroberts
- Twitter: @drberrypierre
- Dr. Pierre’s Health Check: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbCy1lT0fuCyKL1G3QRu64Q
- Clubhouse: @drberrypierre
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