Teaching Intraverbals to Children with Autism
I recently received a question from someone in my online community about why I recommend Dr. Mark Sundberg’s intraverbal subtests. Intraverbals are a big part of teaching conversational skills, so this video is all about assessing and teaching this important communication skill.https://youtu.be/_XKE-cdorGw?list=PL0_NcGwhzOkgCu6fpnHzM5SRSI9OvSGbw Each week I provide you with some of my ideas about turning autism […]
Insurance Coverage for Autism: Who Pays for Treatment? | Interview with Lorri Unumb
ABA Therapy is critical and life-changing for your child or clients with autism, but insurance coverage isn’t always available and paying out of pocket is extremely expensive. When Lorri Unumb found out it wouldn’t be covered for her son with insurance, she decided to take matters into her own hands.https://youtu.be/w0xfpKEQHKY?list=PL0_NcGwhzOkhWGuaYFN8vr4CUMJKOnwuM Each week I provide you […]
Parental Involvement in Therapy for Children with Autism
As parents, it can be scary when your child is first diagnosed or showing signs of autism. Instead of being scared, we should be jumping on the bandwagon to help our children as early as possible with or without a diagnosis and with or without a therapy team. Parental involvement is critical. But how do […]
Autism and Grandparents: What You Can Do for Your Grandchild with Autism
There are numerous ways for grandparents of autistic children to be involved in teaching and skill development. Today’s interview is with a very dedicated grandmother who found Mary’s online courses and community at almost the exact time she first heard the word autism applied to her grandson. This grandmother has made great progress with the 30-month-old boy using Mary’s techniques, and plans to continue her autism education.
Autism Related Medical Conditions, Medication & Indicating Pain for Kids with Autism
If your child has autism, then they’re likely prescribed certain medications. But which medications are best for your child, and which ones do more harm than good? Every person responds differently to medicine, so choosing the best one for your child may seem overwhelming. But after decades in the field I’ve developed strategies to keep your medication organized, and warning signs to look for when testing a new medication.