Learn how to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families with tools that actually make a difference emotionally, behaviorally, and practically. If you’ve witnessed the meltdowns, misdiagnoses, or burnout or lived it yourself then you know autism is often misunderstood. This program trains you to become the calm in the chaos.
No prior credentials required. Just your desire to help and a proven path to get there.
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Autism is often misunderstood. Families are overwhelmed. Individuals face daily sensory overload, communication breakdowns, social isolation, and burnout. Diagnosis alone isn’t enough. Traditional therapy doesn’t cover everything. That’s where you come in.
Whether you’re a parent, educator, advocate, or simply called to support neurodivergent clients, this certification gives you the tools, strategies, and mentorship to coach with clarity, compassion, and real-world impact.
So if you've ever thought...
“I want to help individuals on the spectrum, but I don’t have a degree…”
“I’ve been through it. I know how confusing and isolating it can be. I just don’t know how to turn that into a career…”
“I want to do work that actually matters and get paid to do it…”
Then this is made for someone like you.
You’ll get everything you need to confidently coach individuals with autism—and their families—through the overwhelm, meltdowns, communication gaps, and daily struggles that so often go unsupported.
Understand the Spectrum:
Learn the types, traits, and neurological functions of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger’s—and how they differ from neurotypical development.
Coach with Purpose and Play:
Use motivational strategies, play-based learning, and structured routines to promote progress and connection.
Support Emotional Regulation:
Implement responsive therapies to manage meltdowns, repetitive behaviors, and sensory overload with calm, proactive tools.
Empower Parents and Caregivers:
Build a practical “parent toolbox” that includes boundaries, self-care, and strategies to support without enabling.
Strengthen Family Dynamics:
Improve communication, create healthy family roles, and encourage inclusive peer and community support.
Foster Growth and Genius:
Identify individual strengths and passions while navigating education, risk factors, and guardianship with confidence.
Train to become the coach who helps teens break cycles of addiction, rebuild motivation, and reclaim their identity using a curriculum grounded in clinical insight, neuroscience, and proven coaching strategies.
The Complete Certified Adolescent Addiction and Motivation™ Video Series
Certified Life Coach Course
Ethics and Professional Standards Course
10 Weeks of Live Group Mentorship with a Master Coach
Digital Course Manuals + Exams + Credentialing
Marketing Seals + Use of NCASDC Designation
26 CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
Bonus: My #1 Best-Selling Workbook On Client Exercises
Bonus: Private Graduate & Networking Communities
Bonus: Access to Exclusive Job Board
Bonus: 1-Year Online Directory Listing to Attract Clients
Bonus: Referrals from The Addictions Academy®
Bonus: Faculty + Affiliate Opportunities
Bonus: Lifetime Discounts On All Addictions Academy® Programs & Certifications
Candi Spitz brings both professional expertise and deeply personal experience to this training. She is the Director of Development and Community Relations for the non-profit 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast and has served as an Ambassador and Director of Public Relations for Project Lifesaver International since 2012.
A seasoned TV and radio personality, Candi has hosted WPTV NewsChannel 5’s segment “Take 5: Now You Know” since 2018 and has appeared on numerous national broadcasts. She is a sought-after keynote and motivational speaker, frequently addressing topics related to autism, special needs parenting, and inclusive travel.
Her writing on autism-friendly travel is featured by Discover the Palm Beaches, where she helps families navigate the complexities of traveling with special needs children.
As the visionary behind The Addictions Academy®, she has certified over 60,000 coaches, therapists, and clinicians in 40 countries and trained teams at more than 500 addiction treatment and mental health facilities worldwide. Her programs—including this Narcissistic Abuse Coach Certification™—are fully accredited, trauma-informed, and designed to equip professionals with real-world tools that lead to measurable outcomes.
Dr. Cali’s work is personal. After losing her husband, musician Tim Estes, to addiction-related complications, she turned her pain into purpose—becoming a fierce advocate for coaching that works, care that adapts to the client, and healing that lasts. Whether you're just starting your coaching journey or expanding your clinical toolbox, Dr. Cali brings the expertise, passion, and integrity to help you make a lasting impact.
But above all, Candi is a mom. Her identical twin sons, Brendan and Jaden, were diagnosed with autism in 2009. She understands the challenges, fears, and hopes that come with raising neurodivergent children—and she’s passionate about helping families find real, practical support. You’ll learn from someone who’s walked the walk and built a career empowering others to do the same.
Autism is often misunderstood—leaving individuals and families feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and unsupported. As a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Coach, you can change that.
The Gold Standard
In addiction and mental health education and state exam preparation
Accredited
Accredited in the USA, Canada, Europe, and 10 other countries for addiction and mental health classes.
Opportunities
Online Directory listing, Networking opportunities, employment and Job Board for students enrolled at TAA.
You can also email us at [email protected] or call 1.800.706.0318 ext. 2
An Autism Spectrum Disorder Coach is trained to support individuals with autism and their families through daily challenges, emotional regulation, communication struggles, and behavioral strategies—using coaching techniques, not clinical therapy. Coaches help clients build routines, confidence, and real-world progress outside of clinical environments.
Yes! This training complements clinical and educational roles by equipping you with coaching tools that bridge the gap between diagnosis and day-to-day life. Whether you’re a teacher, therapist, behavioral tech, or case manager, you’ll gain practical strategies to support your clients more holistically.
Therapy is essential—but coaching adds something different: structure, motivation, and real-life application. Coaches work in the now—helping individuals implement what they’ve learned, build skills, and navigate challenges between appointments. Families often seek coaches to supplement therapy or when they feel traditional services aren't meeting all their needs.
Nope. This certification is designed for coaches, mentors, educators, parents, and people with lived experience—no clinical degree or license needed. As long as you’re committed to helping teens and young adults heal, grow, and move forward, this program will give you the tools and credential to do it.
The course is self-paced and can be completed in as little as 2–4 weeks. You’ll also receive 10 weeks of live mentorship to help you refine your skills, build confidence, and start applying what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios.
Absolutely. Many of our most powerful coaches are parents who’ve lived the journey. This training will not only help you professionally—it can transform how you support your own child and family.
Dr. Cali Estes
2046 Treasure Coast Pkwy Unit A, #207 Vero Beach FL 32960
14th – 15th August 2025
Courses, AUGUST
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