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Autism specialist · Online, worldwide

Support for families living with autism, built around what makes each child unique.

I am Paola Carlton, autism specialist and family counselor. I let every child set the pace through their own signals; from there, I design a clear, respectful path with you to understand them and nurture their social growth and independence together.

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I’m passionate about autism

I love discovering what’s behind each person. To this day, I’ve never met two people who are alike; human diversity is endless. Understanding how each brain works and how it experiences the world is as rewarding as it is fascinating.

Paola Carlton, autism specialist and family counselor

My story

My journey with autism

Ever since I was little, I’ve felt a deep calling to serve. I helped out with organizations and volunteered at hospitals. That’s what led me to study Special Education, with no idea yet that my real passion would be autism.

Everything changed in my junior year of college, more than 20 years ago, when I was assigned a research project on the autism spectrum. The more I assessed, researched and dug into this world, the more certain I was that I’d found my path.

So I took a big step. I traveled from Guayaquil, Ecuador, to the United States to train in a highly specialized program. Only 11 people in the world have this training, and I’m the only Spanish speaker.

Today, 20 years later, I’m still learning and researching with the same fascination I had on day one. And I’m sure of one thing: I could only have gotten here because it was my soul’s calling.

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Training

Training & Professional Experience

For more than 20 years, I’ve worked with children with autism and their families.

  • Autism specialist

    20+ years specializing in autism.

  • UEES

    Bachelor’s in Bilingual Educational Supervision and Administration from UEES, one of Ecuador’s top universities.

  • Families around the world

    300+ families supported worldwide.

  • The Option Institute and the Autism Treatment Center of America

    Facilitator for children with autism and family counselor in the US.

  • Seminars and courses

    Many seminars and courses on autism and family mentoring, with over $70k invested in my training.

  • Speaker

  • Author

    La pieza perdida del Autismo (The Missing Piece of Autism), available on Amazon.

But the most important title I’ve ever had is Mom.

Programs

Programs for families with autism

Everything is online, and I work with families all over the world. The techniques I use are similar, but they don’t work the same way for everyone. If you’re not sure where to start, start with the initial consultation.

Initial Consultation

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  • 50 minutes
  • One-on-one
  • Via Zoom

A consultation to assess where your child is on a socialization scale. Even possible misdiagnoses get reviewed.

Who it’s for

If you’re confused, or feel like there’s something you still don’t understand and no one has explained it to you. Understanding autism can be challenging. I’ll make it easy for you.

What’s included

  • An intake form before the consultation.
  • Weaknesses and goals, flexibility, focus and eye contact.
  • An action plan with techniques you can start using right away.
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The best first step if you don’t know where to start.

The Journaling Circle

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  • Monthly membership
  • 10–15 minutes a day
  • New theme every month

A writing space to turn down the external noise, untangle your emotions, and bring order to inner chaos. You don't need to write pretty words to be here; the gift is writing freely, without judging what ends up on the page.

Who it’s for

Moms, dads, caregivers, partners, professionals. Especially if your life is shaped by everything that can come with autism in the family.

Every month you’ll get

  • Guided prompts, so you’re never stuck wondering what to write.
  • Self-leadership tools.
  • A space to unload what’s weighing on you.
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Advanced Potty Training Course (Dejando los Pañales)

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  • Advanced course
  • Online
  • Potty training

My advanced course to help your child with autism get out of diapers and become fully potty trained.

Who it’s for

For families who feel like they’ve tried everything. So many of them tell me, “I didn’t think we’d ever get there.”

What families say

  • “No more diapers!!!! We started the very day after the session, and today it’s real!!!”
  • “…Emma is finally out of diapers!!!! […] Every step we’ve taken has been a win!!!”
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Sagrada Familia

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  • Community
  • 2 live trainings a month
  • Telegram

A community for families raising children with autism: the relief of being surrounded by people who speak your language, and bringing harmony back to your home.

My approach

  • Adapting your home environment.
  • Subconscious reprogramming around your role as a parent.
  • Conscious communication and emotional language.

What’s included

  • Two live trainings with me every month.
  • A private Telegram group and adapted routines.
  • Masterclass: “How to Set Up Your Home So Your Child Can Thrive.”

Coming soon

One of my favorite videos

Understanding Autism

This video will help you understand how children with autism or Asperger’s may experience the world around them: all the stimulation we’re surrounded by all the time. It’ll give you a whole new perspective.

Enjoyed it? Join our YouTube community (videos in Spanish).

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Paola Carlton walking hand in hand with a little boy down a dirt path, wearing her AyudaAutismo jacket

My message for you

Sometimes the path is lonely. That happens when you’re the first one walking it.

It takes inner strength to see the fear and do it anyway.

It takes courage.

It takes tuning out both the people cheering you on and the ones telling you not to go, because they can only speak from their own experience.

Remember, this path is NEW. You’re clearing it for the ones who will come after you.

This is your mission and your duty. You’ve been given the light to guide the way.

The path is lonely, but only at first. Once it’s cleared, you’ll make it to the end and watch a crowd walk the road YOU built.

Paola Carlton

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My book

La pieza perdida del Autismo

I wrote a book about autism. It’s available on Amazon.

“I wish I’d read this book when my son was 6 or younger. I learned everything in it the hard way, through experience and trial and error.”

Johana, verified Amazon review
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Real stories from families

Have questions?

Send me a message on WhatsApp or use the form. I work online only, with families all over the world, and I schedule every appointment personally with you.

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